Checkup

Mayo Clinic Checkup
November 2006

Vol. 13, No. 6

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Keeping the beat
Artificial hearts give time - and hope - to those with heart failure

Vital Signs
1906: It Was a Very Good Year

From bench to bedside
Researcher transforms lab discoveries into hope for patients

How to talk to your doctor
A checklist to help you get the most out of your visit

Construction Corner
We're beaming: New hospital topped out

Novel radiation technique treats liver cancer
Offers hope to those not able to have transplants

Mayo welcomes new staff

Flu Shot Clinic

Mayo recruiting men for prostate cancer research study

Making Rounds
• Wireless Internet and CarePages available at St. Luke's
• RITA Foundation donation
• Mayo Clinic Health Forum
• New treatment for female chronic constipation
• Do you suffer from recurring abdominal discomfort?
• Simple Success Series