Minnesota sisters found strength together through breast cancer battle
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, founded in 1985 by the American Cancer Society to encourage routine mammograms. The Tupy sisters, four altogether, have had a breast cancer battle that has tested their strength, deepened their bonds and provided many lessons for others.
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, founded in 1985 by the American Cancer Society to encourage routine mammograms. The Tupy sisters, four altogether, have had a breast cancer battle that has tested their strength, deepened their bonds and provided many lessons for others.
Mayo Clinic earns world's top ‘smart hospital’ ranking for 2027
Mayo Clinic in Rochester has been named the world's best global smart hospital, according to a new ranking.
Mayo Clinic in Rochester has been named the world's best global smart hospital, according to a new ranking.
Rural healthcare access a key issue in Iowa midterm elections
Access to healthcare isn't always easy to come by for families in rural Iowa. With two weeks to go until the midterm elections, the issue is front and center in some of the state's most competitive races. FOX's Olivianna Calmes has more from Des Moines.
Access to healthcare isn't always easy to come by for families in rural Iowa. With two weeks to go until the midterm elections, the issue is front and center in some of the state's most competitive races. FOX's Olivianna Calmes has more from Des Moines.
Beyond the Pink: Knowing the symptoms and warning signs of breast cancer
Nikki Panico, a breast cancer survivor and Susan G. Komen foundation's State Director for Minnesota and Wisconsin, joined Fox 9 All Day Live to discuss some of the breast cancer warning signs and symptoms people may be less aware of.
Nikki Panico, a breast cancer survivor and Susan G. Komen foundation's State Director for Minnesota and Wisconsin, joined Fox 9 All Day Live to discuss some of the breast cancer warning signs and symptoms people may be less aware of.
Confusion over open enrollment: Medicare Monday
More than 320,000 Minnesotans are learning their current health insurance plans might no longer be available as Medicare open enrollment begins through Dec.7. FOX 9’s All Day spoke with Kelli Jo Greiner of the Minnesota Board on Aging to answer viewer questions.
More than 320,000 Minnesotans are learning their current health insurance plans might no longer be available as Medicare open enrollment begins through Dec.7. FOX 9’s All Day spoke with Kelli Jo Greiner of the Minnesota Board on Aging to answer viewer questions.
Coon Rapids fundraiser for S3 Kit supports children with trachs
With a desire to help others, Jamie Grant created Superman Sam's Survival Kit, or S3 Kit. The nonprofit compiles essentials for families transitioning a child from the hospital to home with a trach, and the kits are given to anyone who requests one. FOX 9's Leah Beno has the story.
With a desire to help others, Jamie Grant created Superman Sam's Survival Kit, or S3 Kit. The nonprofit compiles essentials for families transitioning a child from the hospital to home with a trach, and the kits are given to anyone who requests one. FOX 9's Leah Beno has the story.
Flu season starts early: What families should know
Flu season is getting an early start, with the CDC reporting an uptick in cases beginning in late August.
Flu season is getting an early start, with the CDC reporting an uptick in cases beginning in late August.
New virtual breast cancer screening with MN Oncology
Minnesota Oncology is partnering with Gabbi to provide online breast cancer screenings.
Minnesota Oncology is partnering with Gabbi to provide online breast cancer screenings.
Medicare open enrollment: Why premiums could increase for some enrollees
Medicare open enrollment is under way, with several changes on tap that could raise the cost of premiums, increase out-of-pocket caps and offer fewer drug coverage options for enrollees.
Medicare open enrollment is under way, with several changes on tap that could raise the cost of premiums, increase out-of-pocket caps and offer fewer drug coverage options for enrollees.
Wisconsin measles outbreak rises to 267 cases as spread continues
Wisconsin health officials say measles is still spreading locally as cases continue to show up across several counties.
Wisconsin health officials say measles is still spreading locally as cases continue to show up across several counties.
Bair Hugger Warming System wins 2026 'Coolest Thing Made in Minnesota'
Solventum’s Bair Hugger Warming System has been crowned the winner of the 2026 Coolest Thing Made in Minnesota contest.
Solventum’s Bair Hugger Warming System has been crowned the winner of the 2026 Coolest Thing Made in Minnesota contest.
Fairview sues UnitedHealthcare over Medicare
Fairview Health is suing UnitedHealthcare, accusing the insurer of false advertising and continuing to list Fairview as in-network for its 2027 Medicare Advantage plans despite Fairview’s decision not to renew its contract.
Fairview Health is suing UnitedHealthcare, accusing the insurer of false advertising and continuing to list Fairview as in-network for its 2027 Medicare Advantage plans despite Fairview’s decision not to renew its contract.
Trump to call Putin over Russia plague cases
President Trump says he plans to speak with Russian President Vladimir Putin as the World Health Organization seeks more information about a Russian lab worker's death in a possible pneumonic plague case and reports of a second employee with pneumonia of undetermined cause.
President Trump says he plans to speak with Russian President Vladimir Putin as the World Health Organization seeks more information about a Russian lab worker's death in a possible pneumonic plague case and reports of a second employee with pneumonia of undetermined cause.
'Bair Hugger' wins 2026 Coolest Thing in Minnesota award
Minnesota has a long history of innovation, from the Post-It note to the pacemaker. Tuesday, the Minnesota Chamber of Commerce announced the Coolest Thing Made in Minnesota winner for 2026. After thousands of public votes and five rounds of head-to-head competition, the "Bair Hugger" warming system made by Solventum beat out 63 others for the top spot. Doug Bartlett, President of Infection Prevention and Surgical Solutions at Solventum, joined FOX 9 News at 5 to talk about the product.
Minnesota has a long history of innovation, from the Post-It note to the pacemaker. Tuesday, the Minnesota Chamber of Commerce announced the Coolest Thing Made in Minnesota winner for 2026. After thousands of public votes and five rounds of head-to-head competition, the "Bair Hugger" warming system made by Solventum beat out 63 others for the top spot. Doug Bartlett, President of Infection Prevention and Surgical Solutions at Solventum, joined FOX 9 News at 5 to talk about the product.
Suspected plague death sparks fear in Russia
A 28-year-old laboratory worker in Russia has died following a suspected plague infection. Few details have emerged, but the death is sparking fear and comparisons to the early days of COVID. FOX Medical Team's Dr. Mike joins us to discuss the case.
A 28-year-old laboratory worker in Russia has died following a suspected plague infection. Few details have emerged, but the death is sparking fear and comparisons to the early days of COVID. FOX Medical Team's Dr. Mike joins us to discuss the case.
North Memorial Medical Center leading charge in honoring Hmong end of life tradition
One of the major hospital systems in the Twin Cities is leading the way in delicately honoring end of life in the Hmong tradition. Having the right clothing at the right time is vital. FOX 9's Leah Beno has more.
One of the major hospital systems in the Twin Cities is leading the way in delicately honoring end of life in the Hmong tradition. Having the right clothing at the right time is vital. FOX 9's Leah Beno has more.
New test detecting breast cancer earlier
A Minnesota-made test is helping some women detect breast cancer earlier. FOX 9’s Corin Hoggard has the story.
A Minnesota-made test is helping some women detect breast cancer earlier. FOX 9’s Corin Hoggard has the story.
Health insurance rates could increase 21%+ for Minnesotans in 2027
Minnesotans who buy their own health insurance or are covered through a small business could see significant rate increases in 2027.
Minnesotans who buy their own health insurance or are covered through a small business could see significant rate increases in 2027.
Health insurance rates could increase 21%+ for Minnesotans in 2027
Minnesotans who buy their own health insurance or are covered through a small business could see significant rate increases in 2027. FOX 9's Mike Manzoni has the story.
Minnesotans who buy their own health insurance or are covered through a small business could see significant rate increases in 2027. FOX 9's Mike Manzoni has the story.
Minnesota healthy officials say hospital mergers often lead to higher patient costs
Minnesota's top health economist told a state Senate committee Thursday that hospital mergers often lead to higher costs for patients, with post-merger costs spiking as much as 20 percent in some cases. FOX 9's Emily Pofahl has the story.
Minnesota's top health economist told a state Senate committee Thursday that hospital mergers often lead to higher costs for patients, with post-merger costs spiking as much as 20 percent in some cases. FOX 9's Emily Pofahl has the story.