MAYO CLINIC:In this issue: Who's at highest risk for COVID-19, Alzheimer's avoidance and more

HOUSECALL Mayo Clinic is ranked #1 in the nation. Vol. 21, Issue 31 | April 13, 2020

THIS WEEK'S TOP STORIES     COVID-19: Who's at higher risk? Old age and underlying health conditions, such as asthma, heart or lung disease, can increase your risk of developing dangerous symptoms if you become infected with coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19).     Pregnancy and COVID-19: What are the risks?   If you are pregnant, you recently delivered a baby or you are breast-feeding, you're probably concerned about the impact of coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) on you and your baby. Here's what you need to know.           EXPERT ANSWERS   Alzheimer's prevention: Is it possible? Staying physically and mentally fit could be the key to lowering your risk for Alzheimer's. See what the research says. Long-acting beta agonists for asthma: Should I stop taking them? Understand the benefits and risks of these asthma medications. Valerian: A safe and effective herbal sleep aid? If you have insomnia and are thinking about trying a valerian supplement to catch some z's, here are some things to consider.   PLUS ADDITIONAL HIGHLIGHTS ... Morgellons disease: An unexplained skin condition Testicular cancer Muscular dystrophy Fruit recipes     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.   BMI calculator Calorie calculator     MAYO CLINIC PRODUCTS & SERVICES   Mayo Clinic on Healthy Aging Take charge of your future and achieve perhaps the best health of your life. Mayo Clinic on Healthy Aging can show you how. With this book, discover how to avoid major illness and to reduce your chances of disease. Plus get better sleep, maintain optimal vision, boost immunity and more. No matter what your age, you can continue to enjoy good health, happiness and an active lifestyle. Learn how.     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   Asian pork tenderloin Baby beet and orange salad Apple dumplings   HEALTH TIP   Butter vs. margarine: What's healthier? Margarine usually beats butter when it comes to heart health. Margarine is made from vegetable oils, so it contains no cholesterol, and it generally has more polyunsaturated and monounsaturated fat than butter does. But not all margarines are created equal, and some may even be worse than butter. In general, the more solid the margarine, the more trans fat it contains. Look for a spread with the lowest calories that tastes good to you, doesn't have trans fats and has the least amount of saturated fat.   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.

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