Eating junk food may hinder deep sleep, study says
Participants were given both healthy and unhealthy diets at random times and their sleep schedules were monitored to see what, if any, connection there was between diet and sleep.
Lyme Awareness MN aims to get tick safety books in every elementary school
After a long winter, Minnesotans are eager to get outside and enjoy everything our state has to offer in the warmer months. But from up north to the Twin Cities metro, there's a pest lurking in the tall grass and brush.
Trans inmate will move to women's facility after suing Minnesota DOC
Minnesota now joins ten other states and the District of Columbia in approving transfers to facilities matching an incarcerated person’s chosen gender identity.
'Poison in every puff': Canada to print warning labels on individual cigarettes
Canada will soon become the first country in the world where warning labels must appear on individual cigarettes.
Sweden close to becoming first 'smoke-free' country in Europe
Many experts give credit to decades of anti-smoking campaigns and legislation, while others point to the prevalence of "snus," a smokeless tobacco product that's marketed in Sweden as an alternative to cigarettes.
Study suggests foods with this compound could help boost memory
According to the study, Red wine, black and green tea, dark chocolate, beans, kale, watercress, onions and fruits like cherries, blackberries, black grapes and apples contain healthy levels of this compound.
Sick workers linked to 40% of restaurant food poisoning outbreaks, CDC says
Norovirus and salmonella, germs that can cause severe illness, were the most common cause of 800 outbreaks.
Poor eating habits in college can lead to long-term health problems, study suggests
A recent study by researchers from the University of British Columbia has uncovered a concerning connection between poor diet during college years and adverse health outcomes.
Strong leg muscles possibly linked to improved health results after a heart attack, study finds
Researchers tested people who experienced heart attacks and learned that patients with stronger leg muscles displayed better health results compared to those with weaker leg muscles.
Cases of human metapneumovirus spiked this spring, CDC says – what is it?
Most have mild cases of this lesser-known virus, but some may have complications such as bronchitis and pneumonia. Here’s what to know.
Artificial intelligence model to help scientists predict whether breast cancer will spread
Oncologists in the U.K. have developed an AI model to help predict whether aggressive forms of breast cancer will spread based on changes in a patient’s lymph nodes.
Lacrosse player making strides after traumatic brain injury
A metro area standout lacrosse player has made incredible strides in his recovery from a traumatic brain injury, with his family saying he's now on the road to recovery.
MSG myths: Why this food additive gets a bad rap
For more than five decades, MSG has been cast as a food additive that can make you sick, despite repeated studies proving otherwise.
Paxlovid, Pfizer's COVID-19 pill, gets full FDA approval
U.S. health regulators have given full approval to Pfizer’s COVID-19 pill Paxlovid.
1 in 10 get long COVID after omicron, key symptoms identified, US study finds
A U.S. study suggests 1 in 10 people are getting long COVID after an omicron infection, a lower estimate than earlier in the pandemic.
Paralyzed man regains this 'simple pleasure' thanks to AI 'digital bridge'
A paralyzed man has regained the ability to walk thanks to artificial intelligence-powered implants that re-established communication between the brain and spinal cord, researchers said.
CDC: 2 dead, over 200 patients may be at risk of meningitis after surgeries in Mexico
CDC officials are working with state and local health departments to contact people with possible exposure and urging them to get tested at a medical center.
Minnesota's suicide rate rose again in 2022
MDH says over the past 20 years, the number of suicides has steadily increased, mirroring a national trend.
‘Are you okay?’ Pandemic, politics, and unrest have taken toll
Three long years later, the pandemic nearly over, another election quickly approaching, we wanted to ask a simple question: Are you okay? The answer for many is fraught and complicated.
'Are you ok?' Toll of COVID, politics, unrest
Three long years later, the pandemic nearly over, another election quickly approaching, we wanted to ask a simple question: Are you okay? The answer for many is fraught and complicated.