DOJ and VA to work together to protect vulnerable veterans

Protecting our nation's vulnerable veterans is now the focus of a joint effort by the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) and the Department of Justice (DOJ) thanks to a new memorandum of understanding (MOU).

Study suggests Vitamin D may help lower risk of long COVID symptoms

Vitamin D supplements may offer researchers a new clue about lingering COVID symptoms that persist after infection, according to a new study.

Norovirus outbreak sickens 153 passengers, crew on Caribbean cruise ship

More than 150 people onboard a Princess Cruises ship became ill with norovirus during a Caribbean voyage this week, according to the CDC.

How Gillette Children’s Gait and Motion Lab brings fun to therapy

Gillette Children's Gait and Motion Lab is using innovative animation technology to make therapy fun for kids. FOX 9’s Leah Beno takes a look at how the lab helps kids move better.

Gillette Children's Gait and Motion Lab helps kids improve walking
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Gillette Children's Gait and Motion Lab is using innovative animation technology to make therapy fun for kids. FOX 9'S Leah Beno explains how the lab helps kids move better.

Influenza B cases are on the rise
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Influenza B cases are on the rise in Minnesota. FOX 9's Rob Olson has more. 

'Something has to be done': Bill targets infectious, illegal waste dumping

A new bill at the Capitol seeks to tackle the illegal disposal of medical waste at regular waste facilities, a problem highlighted by a FOX 9 investigation. The bill proposes more inspections at regular waste facilities to ensure they are not receiving medical waste.

Legislative bill targets infectious, illegal waste dumping
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A new bill aims to address illegal disposal of medical waste at regular waste facilities. The proposal includes increased inspections and fines for repeat offenders. FOX 9's Corin Hoggard has the story.

New numbers show uptick in Minnesota flu cases
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New numbers from the Minnesota Department of Health show an uptick in Influenza B cases after a huge spike in Influenza A over December and January. FOX 9's Rob Olson has the story.

Low-dose vapes, pre-rolls recalled for having too much THC in them

A batch of THC vapes and pre-rolled joints promoted as “low dose" are being recalled for being mislabeled, and actually too strong.

Some water beads 'illegal' in US as federal safety rules go into effect

Thousands of children in the United States have been injured by water beads, a dangerous toy that is being targeted by new federal safety standards.

Bipartisan plans to fight Parkinson's Disease
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Minnesota lawmakers are looking to introduce a bill to help fight Parkinson's Disease. FOX 9's Corin Hoggard has more. 

Parkinson's fight: Minnesota considers herbicide ban, $25M research fund

Minnesota lawmakers are considering a ban on the herbicide Paraquat due to its connection to Parkinson's. A proposal for a $25 million investment in Parkinson's research is also on the table.

Lawmakers fighting chemicals connected to Parkinson's
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Minnesota lawmakers are considering a herbicide ban due to it's connection to Parkinson's Disease. FOX 9's Corin Hoggard has more. 

Combatting Parkinson’s Disease legislation package
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Leaders with the Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson’s Research (MJFF) joined Minnesota lawmakers on Wednesday to introduced the Minnesota Parkinson’s Research Trust Fund Act, which aims to establish a “dedicated special revenue fund to accelerate breakthroughs and solidify Minnesota's position as a global leader in neurological research” as well as ban on the herbicide paraquat, which they say studies have associated with higher Parkinson’s Disease risk.

Minnesota paid leave law business concerns
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Minnesota’s new paid family medical leave program started in January, but some businesses are already reporting big concerns. FOX 9’s Karen Scullin has the latest.