When Noah fell off his bike and hit his head, his parents worried about a concussion. An MRI revealed something even more serious. http://mayocl.in/1UbyLRL

Something to Think About: What is our common global enemy?
"The one secure meaning that can bring us all together, which will never pale is the collective meaning of decreasing suffering. You and I can join in an effort to minimize suffering and maximize happiness for our planet’s children." -Dr. Amit Sood http://mayocl.in/1PRWaRt

Olympic champion and world record holder Aries Merritt successfully underwent a kidney transplant at Mayo Clinic in Phoenix, just four days after winning a bronze medal in the 110-meter hurdles at the 2015 IAAF World Championships. http://bit.ly/1M0fldZ

Sammy Griner achieved Internet immortality when a picture of him clutching a fistful of sand became the "Success Kid" meme. He may prefer a different photo - one taken with his dad after successful transplant surgery. http://mayocl.in/1Ubzt1h

Early participants in the Membership program at Mayo Clinic were asked to choose which health topics interested them most. After collecting hundreds of responses, the results are in. One of the top choices was healthy aging. Want to add your input? Learn more about Membership and sign up at: http://mayocl.in/1d1UjvH

#ThrowbackThursday: Hematology Laboratory’s New ‘Counter’ Cuts Routine Test Time in Seconds. (1971) http://mayocl.in/1OeQQY7

This Saturday on #MayoClinicRadio, gastroenterologist Dr. Purna Kashyap discusses how the human microbiome works. Also on the program, infectious disease specialist Dr. Pritish Tosh explains when it might be OK to stop taking an antibiotic early. Stool transplantation is being used to treat serious digestive diseases, and gastroenterologist Dr. Sahil Khanna describes how this new treatment works. And physical medicine and rehabilitation specialist Dr. Nathan LeBrasseur talks about ways to slow the aging process. Join us at 9:05amCT! http://mayocl.in/1OdZJ3V

Obesity is linked to dozens of other chronic diseases, such as type 2 diabetes. Numerous cancers — including female reproductive tumors — are also associated with being overweight or obese. From a women’s health perspective, maintaining a healthy weight can significantly cut your risk of developing these life-threatening conditions. http://mayocl.in/1M0uzzO

Labor Day honors our nation's workers, and who works harder than a mom in labor? A Harvard study reports that September is one of the busiest months of the year for baby births, which means many soon-to-be moms are busy preparing for the big day. http://mayocl.in/1M0s1l5

An event helps individuals in recovery discover talents hidden, lost or overlooked in "the fog of addiction" and regain their confidence in the process. http://mayocl.in/1JU4trz

Living With Cancer: Understanding prostate cancer, one man at a time. http://mayocl.in/1JT81u4

Your Care Team wants you to stay healthy by getting your flu shot. Call your primary care site appointment line starting October 1 to schedule. http://mayocl.in/1JzAVm3