Health

Health
McCain gets visits from friends, family after surgery
Former Vice President Joe Biden sat with McCain for 90 minutes last Sunday, according to people close to both men. Biden followed McCain's closest friends, Sen. Lindsey Graham of South Carolina and retired Connecticut Sen. Joe Lieberman.
Mayo Clinic launches massive medical records overhaul
Mayo Clinic is about to make medical history again. Saturday the Rochester-based medical system is rolling out one of the nation's largest electronic medical record system overhauls. The transition will likely be a headache for employees and patients alike at first, but Mayo officials say it will be worth it in the long run.
Mayo: Hospital's discolored water traced to well
Water testing continues at Mayo Clinic's Saint Marys campus, days after discolored water began running from taps. While there's still no drinking the tap water, officials say cafeteria water has been cleared for use.
Sprained your ankle? The cost of a walking boot could sprain your wallet
Your health insurance plan might not cover items such as wheelchairs, walkers, crutches, boots and braces. The cost is small compared with many medical bills, but adds up if you pay out-of-pocket.
'What do we do now?' Many struggle to find alternatives in shift away from opioids
As policymakers and doctors move away from treating chronic pain patients with opioids, there's concern that more comprehensive pain treatment isn't available to many current patients.