FDA red food dye ban: When it could happen, and what to know
The FDA is reviewing a petition that could ban an artificial food coloring called Red No. 3. Here’s what to know about the petition and the product.
Most Americans believe health care coverage for everyone is government's responsibility, poll finds
A recent poll shows that while most of the nation thinks health care coverage should be available for everyone, others are split on their views of the Affordable Care Act.
UnitedHealthcare CEO killer search: What we know so far
Efforts to track down the gunman who shot and killed UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson outside a New York City hotel expanded over the weekend.
New treatment facility opening in Buffalo, Minn.
A new state-of-the-art treatment facility, called RockBridge Treatment, is opening in Buffalo, Minn. on Monday. It's designed to help adults struggling with mental health or addiction issues.
Search for UnitedHealthcare CEO killer expands
The search for the man who gunned down UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson outside a New York City hotel is expanding as police offer a $50,000 and release.
Children’s Minnesota NICU graduate thriving in miraculous recovery
It is a heartwarming reunion just in time for the holidays. A toddler, who doctors thought was not going to survive the first few hours of his life, got a chance to reunite with one of the doctors who helped save his life.
NICU baby make miraculous recovery
A NICU baby made a miraculous recovery after doctors thought he wouldn't survive a few hours after birth. Now he is reuniting with the doctor who saved his life. FOX 9's Soyoung Kim has the story.
United Airlines takes kids on magical flight to the North Pole
It was a day full of magic and holiday cheer as United Airlines gave more than 65 kids and their families a once-in-a-lifetime trip to the “North Pole" on Saturday.
High-fructose corn syrup could speed up tumor growth, study suggests
Researchers found that animal subjects that consumed large amounts of food with high-fructose corn syrup were susceptible to accelerated tumor growth in certain types of cancer.
USDA orders testing of entire milk supply nationwide for bird flu
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) issued a new order requiring raw, or unpasteurized, milk nationwide to be tested for bird flu.
Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield reverses decision to put a time limit on anesthesia
One of the country’s largest health insurers reversed a change in policy Thursday after widespread outcry, saying it would not tie payments in some states to the length of time a patient went under anesthesia.
Mystery flu-like illness has killed dozens in Congo: What we know
With symptoms including fever and cough, the respiratory disease has affected nearly 380 people, half of them young children.
This kind of drinking is even worse than binge drinking
There’s a large focus on the health risks associated with binge drinking. Now, the term “high-intensity drinking" is also gaining attention.
U of M dorm heat has students complaining about temperatures
Some U of M students have found they’re in for a harsh new reality - their dorm rooms have no heat.
Trans athlete battle goes to Supreme Court in Minnesota
The fight over transgender sports participation came to the Minnesota Supreme Court on Tuesday.
Soccer headers cause more damage to brain than previously thought, study suggests
A new study links soccer heading to structural brain abnormalities, raising concerns about long-term cognitive effects.
Alcohol deaths have more than doubled in recent years, especially among women
Experts revealed how many drinks are likely to have harmful effects on human health.
Do you have nightmares about your job? New study reveals why
A recent survey of 1,750 U.S. workers revealed that 64% have experienced nightmares about their jobs.
Elton John says he has lost his eyesight
Elton John revealed at “The Devil Wears Prada" musical’s opening night that he still cannot see, months after contracting a severe eye infection.
Wayzata HS baseball player gets new heart for 16th birthday
One family in the Twin Cities metro said they have one big reason to be extra thankful this holiday season. A 16-year-old baseball player celebrated his birthday not in line to get his driver’s license like he had planned, but in line for a new heart.