He thought he had acid reflux. Doctors found a much different problem.
A chance test by a gastrointestinal specialist led to a "bombshell" diagnosis.
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Dear David: Stories of triumph that inspire perseverance and compassion
CBS News contributor David Begnaud shares inspiring stories of perseverance and compassion.
Cancer patient regains voice after transplant
Around the same time Marty Kedian became a grandfather, he lost his ability to speak after undergoing surgery to battle cancer in his larynx. But in a groundbreaking achievement, surgeons at the Mayo Clinic in Arizona were able to transplant a donated larynx, giving him his voice back as well as his ability to swallow and breathe without a trach tube.
What is aphasia? Wendy Williams' diagnosis explained.
The condition impacts communication skills and can have different causes, according to medical experts.
Mayo Clinic fires 700 unvaccinated employees — about 1% of its workforce
They can return, but only if they get vaccinated. Almost all of Mayo Clinic's 73,000 workers complied with the COVID vaccine policy.
Mayo Clinic: 905 staff diagnosed with COVID in past 2 weeks
In total, about 1,500 Mayo Clinic staff are out due to a COVID-19 diagnosis or exposure.
Impatience: Why we don't want to wait, and what we can do about it
Barry Petersen set out before the COVID-19 pandemic hit to learn just why we dislike waiting so much, and what we can do to keep our cool in an impatient world.
How to manage rheumatoid arthritis symptoms with wellness techniques
Rheumatologist Dr. John M. Davis III shared how exercise, stress management and diet may play a role in managing arthritis.
Managing symptoms of rheumatoid arthritis
On World Arthritis Day, Mayo Clinic rheumatologist Dr. John M. Davis III shares how wellness plays a role in managing rheumatoid arthritis symptoms.
Pence says he should have worn a mask at Mayo Clinic
"I didn't think it was necessary," the vice president said.
Reporter: Pence's office punished me for saying VP ignored mask rule
Photos showed Pence was the only person not wearing a mask during his visit to the Mayo Clinic
Pence forgoes a face mask at Mayo Clinic
The vice president told reporters he is tested regularly for the virus.
Emergency room doctors facing pay cuts and understaffing
One ER doctor said her hours were cut by about 50% and that she now is the only ER doctor during her shifts, leaving her responsible for up to 40 beds.
Transcript: Gianrico Farrugia on "Face the Nation"
The following is a transcript of an interview with Mayo Clinic CEO Gianrico Farrugia that aired Sunday, March 29, 2020, on "Face the Nation."
Trump says coronavirus test kits are "coming soon"
The U.S has fallen far short in its capacity to test Americans for the virus. Since the first case was detected in this country nearly two months ago, just over 14,000 people have been tested. Jamie Yuccas reports.
Epic, the software company that's changed the sharing of medical records (including, probably, yours)
The Wisconsin company, led by one of the richest self-made women in the world, is using technology to free up doctors and make patient records more transportable
Can playing sports extend your life?
A recent study by the Mayo Clinic has shown people who play sports like tennis, badminton and soccer tended to live longer. Tom Holland, founder and CEO of TeamHolland, joins CBSN to discuss.
Baby hit by softball treated for fractured skull
Authorities say the overthrown softball struck the baby and her mom as they watched her dad play
John McCain gets high-profile visitors
Meghan McCain tweeted she was "going home to Arizona to be with my family"
Skipping breakfast linked to weight gain, belly fat
Researchers analyzed the eating habits of hundreds of adults and found weight differences among people who regularly eat breakfast and those who skip it
Sen. McCain recovering from surgery, in stable condition
McCain's daughter, Meghan McCain, tweeted that her father "continues to inspire me everyday with his intense grit and determination"
"He's pretty much family": The emotional moment a woman met the man who received her husband's face
Andy Sandness received Lilly Ross' husband's face in a 56-hour surgery at the Mayo Clinic
Face transplant meeting
In the summer of 2016, the world-renowned Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota performed its first face transplant. A widow donated her husband's face to a stranger in need. Tony Dokoupil shows us the overwhelming moment they finally came face to face.
Tearful meeting for pair forever linked by face transplant
Sixteen months after transplant surgery, man who lived nearly a decade with severely damaged face met the woman who agreed to donate her deceased husband's
Should you let your dog sleep in the bedroom?
New research looks at quality of sleep for pet owners who keep their dogs in their rooms at night
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Suspect in apparent Trump assassination attempt hit with gun charges
Ryan Wesley Routh, the suspect in the apparent assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump at a Florida golf course, was charged with two firearm offenses.
Bodycam video shows arrest of apparent attempted assassination suspect
The video released by the Martin County Sheriff's Office shows Ryan Wesley Routh, 58, being detained without incident on Sunday.
One of last messages from doomed Titan submersible is revealed
The Titan imploded on June 18, 2023, setting off a worldwide debate about the future of private undersea exploration.
Biden administration asks Congress to surge Secret Service funding
Congressional staffers say there are increasing concerns about Secret Service's funding levels, as Congress debates federal spending.
China frees 68-year-old U.S. pastor David Lin after 18 years in prison
A Chinese court sentenced U.S. pastor David Lin to life in prison in 2009, but he's been released ahead of China's Thanksgiving-like Mid-Autumn Festival.
10 Delta passengers receive medical attention after emergency landing
A Delta flight made an emergency landing due to a pressurization issue, leading to at least 10 people needing medical attention.
What's known about the suspect accused of targeting Trump on golf course
Ryan Wesley Routh was allegedly armed with an AK-47-style rifle in an apparent assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump.
Over 30 killed in Mexico after cartel leaders arrested in U.S.
The clashes follow the arrests on U.S. soil of Sinaloa Cartel co-founder Ismael "El Mayo" Zambada, as well as Joaquin Guzman Lopez, a son of El Chapo.
Tito Jackson, Michael's brother and member of Jackson 5, dies at 70, sons say
Tito Jackson, Michael's brother and one of the brothers who made up the beloved pop group the Jackson 5, has died at age 70, his sons say.
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Suspect in apparent Trump assassination attempt charged with 2 firearm counts
Ryan Wesley Routh, the suspect in the apparent assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump at a Florida golf course, was charged with two firearm offenses.
Biden administration asks Congress to surge Secret Service funding
Congressional staffers say there are increasing concerns about Secret Service's funding levels, as Congress debates federal spending.
10 Delta passengers receive medical attention after emergency landing
A Delta flight made an emergency landing due to a pressurization issue, leading to at least 10 people needing medical attention.
Popeyes joins growing list of fast-food chains offering value meals
Popeyes touts $5 fried chicken deal as it joins other restaurant chains looking to entice inflation-weary consumers.
FDA approves Apple Watch sleep apnea detection tool
The function is not a diagnostic tool, but can tell watch-wearers if they are exhibiting signs of sleep apnea.
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Popeyes joins growing list of fast-food chains offering value meals
Popeyes touts $5 fried chicken deal as it joins other restaurant chains looking to entice inflation-weary consumers.
FDA approves Apple Watch sleep apnea detection tool
The function is not a diagnostic tool, but can tell watch-wearers if they are exhibiting signs of sleep apnea.
Boeing freezes hiring and mulls layoffs, citing machinists' strike
Top Boeing exec says a strike by 33,000 assembly workers "jeopardizes our recovery in a significant way."
Chipotle Mexican Grill tries out robots that halve avocados — and prep time
Restaurant chain's push into robotics could help improve accuracy and and address complaints about skimpy orders.
Trump Media's next hurdle may be the expiration of its lock-up period
Trump Media stock surged on Friday after Donald Trump vowed not to sell his shares. But other insiders may soon be able to sell.
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Suspect in apparent Trump assassination attempt charged with 2 firearm counts
Ryan Wesley Routh, the suspect in the apparent assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump at a Florida golf course, was charged with two firearm offenses.
Biden administration asks Congress to surge Secret Service funding
Congressional staffers say there are increasing concerns about Secret Service's funding levels, as Congress debates federal spending.
Hillary Clinton on helping a potential President Harris: "It's all hands on deck"
Former Secretary of State Hillary Rodham Clinton says she is willing to contribute in any way to a Harris administration should the vice president win the White House.
Legal battle over potential TikTok ban goes before federal appeals court
President Biden signed legislation that could ban TikTok into law in April, teeing up a countdown for the video-sharing app's sale.
What's known about the suspect accused of targeting Trump on golf course
Ryan Wesley Routh was allegedly armed with an AK-47-style rifle in an apparent assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump.
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FDA approves Apple Watch sleep apnea detection tool
The function is not a diagnostic tool, but can tell watch-wearers if they are exhibiting signs of sleep apnea.
Will 988 call the police? Data suggests 1% of mental health crisis calls get "involuntary" rescues
The new white paper is the most comprehensive look at 988's data to date.
Rural North Carolina county set to reopen hospital with federal help
One rural North Carolina county is on track to be among the first where a hospital reopens owing to a new federal hospital classification meant to help save small, struggling facilities.
Experts warn against vaccine skepticism
Thanks to vaccinations, measles was declared eliminated in the U.S. in 2000. But measles cases are now back; one reason is that more families have exempted their children from routine immunizations than ever before.
As measles cases increase, experts warn against vaccine skepticism
Thanks to vaccinations, measles was declared eliminated in the United States in 2000. But measles cases are now back, and one big reason is that, across the country, more families have exempted their children from routine immunizations than ever before. CBS News chief medical correspondent Dr. Jon LaPook looks at how the views of "anti-vaxxers" are precipitating new health crises; and talks with health experts about the dangers posed by anti-vaccine and anti-science movements.
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Typhoon Bebinca slams Shanghai, sparking evacuation of more than 400,000
Officials in China moved some 414,000 people out of the way in Shanghai before the strongest storm in decades flooded roads and cancelled flights.
Iraq unveils tribute to "Guardians of Truth," including 2 of CBS News' own
Almost 20 years after they were killed by a roadside bomb, two CBS News journalists are among hundreds to be memorialized in Iraq.
How dogs wearing backpacks are helping to rewild an English woodland
An urban nature reserve in the U.K. is trying to use its popularity with dog walkers to bring back some biodiversity, one well-seeded walkies at a time.
Over 30 killed in Mexico after cartel leaders arrested in U.S.
The clashes follow the arrests on U.S. soil of Sinaloa Cartel co-founder Ismael "El Mayo" Zambada, as well as Joaquin Guzman Lopez, a son of El Chapo.
China frees 68-year-old U.S. pastor David Lin after 18 years in prison
A Chinese court sentenced U.S. pastor David Lin to life in prison in 2009, but he's been released ahead of China's Thanksgiving-like Mid-Autumn Festival.
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"Gilmore Girls" actress Kelly Bishop reflects on beloved show
Known for her role as matriarch Emily Gilmore on "Gilmore Girls," Kelly Bishop told "CBS Mornings" she loves to play controversial characters.
Kelly Bishop reflects on iconic roles
In her new memoir, Tony Award-winning actress Kelly Bishop details her life from the Broadway stage to starring in "Gilmore Girls."
Wilmer Valderrama surprised by message from high school teacher
The "That '70s Show" star was surprised by a touching video from his high school teacher, Mr. Tucker, who helped him balance school and acting
Wilmer Valderrama talks childhood, new memoir
Wilmer Valderrama, known for his roles in "That '70s Show" and "NCIS," discusses his memoir "An American Story: Everyone's Invited." The book explores his childhood in Venezuela and his family's journey to the U.S.
Tito Jackson, Michael's brother and member of Jackson 5, dies at 70, sons say
Tito Jackson, Michael's brother and one of the brothers who made up the beloved pop group the Jackson 5, has died at age 70, his sons say.
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FDA approves Apple Watch sleep apnea detection tool
The function is not a diagnostic tool, but can tell watch-wearers if they are exhibiting signs of sleep apnea.
Legal battle over potential TikTok ban goes before federal appeals court
President Biden signed legislation that could ban TikTok into law in April, teeing up a countdown for the video-sharing app's sale.
How AI powered robots are helping small farms
From labor shortages to environmental impacts, farmers are looking to AI to help revolutionize the agriculture industry. One California startup, Farm-ng, is tapping into the power of AI and robotics to perform a wide range of tasks, including seeding, weeding and harvesting.
How dangerous misinformation spreads online
U.S. security officials have warned voters to stay vigilant for false information ahead of the 2024 election. Chief Washington correspondent Major Garrett and the CBS News Confirmed team take a look at the way misinformation spreads online, and how you can tell fact from fiction.
United will offer free in-flight Wi-Fi after signing deal with Starlink
United Airlines will offer free Wi-Fi after signing deal with Elon Musk's Starlink to provide more reliable connectivity in the air.
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The Climate Election: Home insurance costs
The cost of insuring your home is going up, and some homes are "essentially uninsurable" due to rising climate change risks. In Nebraska, the most expensive state for premiums, the cost is nearly $3,400 above the national average to insure a home. And it's all happening as extreme weather events increase in frequency and intensity, jeopardizing people's homes and their ability to financially recover afterward.
Mysterious 9-day seismic event triggered by 650-foot tsunami
A tsunami stemming from a landslide was behind a surprising seismic event last year that shook the earth for nine days, researchers said.
Polaris Dawn crew conducts first all-civilian spacewalk
The spacewalkers tested new SpaceX-designed pressure suits that could eventually be used by civilian astronauts on the moon and Mars.
California crews battle high temps, Line Fire
Record-high temperatures have hit several areas of California, Arizona and Oregon since Friday, extending the fire season and creating drier conditions that make wildfires spread faster. The Line Fire in Southern California has grown past 21,000 acres, roughly half the size of Washington, D.C. CBS News senior national and environmental correspondent Ben Tracy reports.
Transistor issue resolved, NASA clears way for Europa Clipper launch
The Europa Clipper remains on track for launch Oct. 10 to study Jupiter's icy moon Europa, where a vast ocean lurks beneath an icy crust.
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Ryan Wesley Routh went to Ukraine
Ryan Wesley Routh, the suspect in the apparent assassination attempt against former President Donald Trump, traveled to Ukraine where he apparently wanted to help in the war against Russia. CBS News senior foreign correspondent Holly Williams was in contact with Routh on his efforts overseas.
Gilgo Beach Task Force seeks new details
The Gilgo Beach Task Force is seeking new details on the identity of a victim they believe may be linked to the Gilgo Beach killings that occurred more than a decade ago. CBS News New York's Carolyn Gusoff has more.
Bodycam video shows arrest of apparent attempted assassination suspect
The video released by the Martin County Sheriff's Office shows Ryan Wesley Routh, 58, being detained without incident on Sunday.
Suspect in armed incident near Trump identified
A 58-year-old named Ryan Wesley Routh was arrested after Secret Service agents allegedly spotted him with an AK-style weapon near former President Trump at a Florida golf course. He previously volunteered in Ukraine, and CBS News' Holly Williams was in touch with him when he was overseas.
Possible Trump assassination attempt in Florida
The FBI is investigating an apparent assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump that comes two months after an attempt at a Pennsylvania rally. Officials say while Trump was playing golf in Florida, a Secret Service agent ahead of him spotted someone along the perimeter in the bushes with a gun. The agent fired off four to six rounds and the suspect took off in a car parked nearby, and was later arrested. CBS News' Robert Costa has more.
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SpaceX crew completes historic mission
Four SpaceX astronauts safely splashed down in the Gulf of Mexico on Sunday. The Polaris Dawn crew completed the first-ever commercial spacewalk during their historic mission and tested a new type of spacesuit.
Polaris Dawn space mission splashes down
The groundbreaking commercial space mission known as Polaris Dawn successfully splashed down early Sunday morning. The historic five-day mission, flown by tech billionaire Jared Isaacman and three crew mates, included the first ever commercial spacewalk.
Polaris Dawn crew splashes down to end record-setting commercial mission
Splashdown northwest of Key West, Florida, closed out a mission highlighted by the first non-government civilian spacewalk.
Starliner crew turns the page, looks forward to extended station stay
Astronauts Barry "Butch" Wilmore and pilot Sunita Williams look ahead to a productive science mission.
Boeing Starliner crew speaks from space
Boeing Starliner commander Barry "Butch" Wilmore and pilot Sunita Williams spoke to reporters from the International Space Station where they will remain until 2025. The Starliner capsule's mission was supposed to last eight days but NASA delayed its return to Earth after facing technical issues. CBS News' Mark Strassmann spoke to the crew.
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Hillary Clinton on contributing to a Harris-Walz White House
CBS News' Erin Moriarty talks with Hillary Rodham Clinton about a possible role for the former secretary of state in a potential Kamala Harris-Tim Walz administration.
Ryan Wesley Routh went to Ukraine
Ryan Wesley Routh, the suspect in the apparent assassination attempt against former President Donald Trump, traveled to Ukraine where he apparently wanted to help in the war against Russia. CBS News senior foreign correspondent Holly Williams was in contact with Routh on his efforts overseas.
High prices, low inventory for new homes
Americans looking to buy or rent a new home are seeing higher prices and low inventory. CBS News senior business and technology correspondent Jo Ling Kent breaks down the latest in the U.S. housing market.
Jan. 6 Capitol attack evidence
Evidence from the January 6, 2021, attacks on the Capitol is being used to prosecute the more than 1,000 Americans who allegedly participated in the rampage. CBS News congressional correspondent Scott MacFarlane reports.
Trump shooting attempt: Officials give update
Authorities gave an update Monday on what they termed an "assassination attempt" of former President Donald Trump on Sunday. According to the Secret Service, suspect Ryan Routh did not fire any shots at agents or Trump and never had a direct line of sight of the former president. "CBS Evening News" anchor and managing editor Norah O'Donnell leads a special report.