In this issue: Breast cancer prevention tips, weight gain and stress, hot flash relief and more

HOUSECALL Mayo Clinic is ranked #1 in the nation. Vol. 18, Issue 79 | October 2, 2017   THIS WEEK'S TOP STORIES     Breast cancer prevention: How to reduce your risk Celebrities. Family members. Friends. Breast cancer doesn't discriminate. Besides having regular mammograms, which everyday choices may help protect you from the disease?     STD testing: What's right for you?   Last year, there were 2 million reported cases of sexually transmitted diseases in the U.S. — a record high. What kind of testing do you need? And how often should you be screened?           EXPERT ANSWERS   Stress and weight gain Eating in reaction to being stressed can cause you to pack on the pounds. These tips may help. Hot flashes: Manage without medication? You may be able to get a handle on hot flashes by making some simple changes, such as dressing in layers and learning to relax. Hyperinsulinemia: Is it diabetes? If the amount of insulin in your blood is higher than what's considered normal, it's not necessarily diabetes. Know the facts.   PLUS ADDITIONAL HIGHLIGHTS ... Slide show: A guide to basic stretches Down syndrome: Coping and support Sauce and dressing recipes Corneal abrasion (scratch): First aid     TRUSTED HEALTH TOOLS   Use our Symptom Checker to explore possible causes of your symptoms based upon Mayo Clinic's patient care experience.   Use these simple calculators and self-assessments for personalized health tips.   Heart disease risk calculator Mayo Clinic healthy weight pyramid     MAYO CLINIC PRODUCTS & SERVICES   The Mayo Clinic Guide to Stress-Free Living This book, developed by Mayo Clinic stress management and resiliency expert Dr. Amit Sood, draws on decades of groundbreaking research to offer readers a scientifically proven, structured and practical approach to reducing stress. This easy-to-follow guide will help you understand the unique stressors in the 21st century and offer solutions that are meaningful and relevant to your own life. Learn more.     The Mayo Clinic Diet online Designed to help you lose 6 to 10 pounds in two weeks! Start with a personalized diet profile now.     HEALTHY RECIPES   Sloppy Joes Polenta with roasted red pepper coulis Ratatouille with roasted tomato vinaigrette   HEALTH TIP   Time to buy a new toothbrush? Invest in a new toothbrush or a replacement head for your electric or battery-operated toothbrush every three to four months. Change it sooner if the bristles become irregular or frayed. Keeping a toothbrush for too long makes it difficult to clean your teeth well.   Need practical advice on diet and exercise? Want creative solutions for stress and other lifestyle issues? Discover even more healthy lifestyle topics at MayoClinic.org.   Mayo Clinic does not endorse companies or products. Advertising revenue supports our not-for-profit mission. Advertising & Sponsorship Policy    |    Opportunities     Did you know? Mayo Clinic is a not-for-profit medical institution dedicated to patient care, education and medical research. Proceeds from advertising and the sale of Mayo Clinic books and newsletters support Mayo Clinic's mission. Share our passion for science and health. Please consider a gift to Mayo Clinic. Click here to donate.     Connect with Mayo Clinic For more of our reliable health information and tools, visit us at MayoClinic.org. Or add us to your social network!   Like us on Facebook Follow on Twitter Discover your Network   Watch on YouTube Patient Stories View More Newsletters       © 2017 Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research, 200 First Street SW, Rochester, MN 55905. All rights reserved.