In this issue: MERS virus, prostate cancer screening, exercise and cholesterol, hiccups and more.

Prostate cancer screening: What you should know Manage my newsletter.   HOUSECALL Vol. 15, Issue 33 | May 29, 2014   THIS WEEK'S TOP STORIES     PSA test: Pros and cons of prostate cancer screening When considering a PSA test for prostate cancer screening, review its benefits and limitations. You and your doctor can decide if it's right for you.     Friendships: Enrich your life and improve your health   Discover the connection between health and friends. Also, get tips on making and sustaining lasting friendships.           EXPERT ANSWERS   What is MERS-CoV, and what should I do? Middle East respiratory syndrome coronavirus (MERS-CoV) causes an illness that's sometimes fatal. Help protect yourself with good hygiene. How much exercise do I need to help control my cholesterol? Getting enough exercise offers a wealth of health benefits, including helping manage your cholesterol.   PLUS ADDITIONAL HIGHLIGHTS ... Menopause weight gain: Stop the middle age spread Hiccups Slide show: How genetic disorders are inherited Quit smoking: Strategies to help you quit     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.   Calorie calculator LDL cholesterol calculator     NOW BLOGGING   Nutrition-wise: Break free from osteoporosis Are you likely to develop osteoporosis? Find out, and learn how to lower your risk.     MAYO CLINIC PRODUCTS & SERVICES   Mayo Clinic Guide to Stress-Free Living This new 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 — coming soon! A healthy weight-loss plan from the experts you trust.     HEALTHY RECIPES   Honey crusted chicken Pasta with spinach, garbanzos and raisins Fresh tomato crostini Creamy fruit dessert   HEALTH TIP OF THE WEEK   Fruit how-to: Peach honey spread Want a new way to enjoy more fruit? Try this peach honey spread. Slice up 1 fresh peach or substitute canned peaches, but drain them first. In a bowl, combine peach slices, 2 tablespoons honey and 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon. Mash with a fork until the mixture is the consistency of chunky applesauce. Serve as a topping for pancakes or French toast, or serve it over roasted chicken or pork.   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 is a not-for-profit organization. Proceeds from website advertising help support our mission. Mayo Clinic does not endorse any non-Mayo products and services. Advertising & Sponsorship Policy    |    Opportunities     Create hope and healing Create hope and healing with a gift to Mayo Clinic. Mayo Clinic is a nonprofit organization, and every dollar of your gift goes to funding the lifesaving research, outstanding patient care and critical medical education our patients and their families will be counting on this year. Please consider making a gift today.     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 Follow on Pinterest   Watch on YouTube Patient Stories View More Newsletters       Thanks for joining our mailing list, wahdaz.5stepquitsmoking@blogger.com, for Mayo Clinic HOUSECALL.   REMOVE me from this list | Add me to this list | Customer service   © 2014 Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research, 200 First Street SW, Rochester, MN 55905. All rights reserved.