Medicare premium hike for 2026 will cut heavily into COLA
Medicare premiums are increasing again in 2026 in a jump that far outpaces both inflation and Social Security's cost-of-living adjustment.
UCare health insurer shutting down: What we know
UCare will shut down in 2026 and Medica will take control of its existing health plans in the Medicaid, family and individual markets. UCare was created more than 40 years ago primarily to offer health care coverage to low-income policyholders relying on Medicaid, but has recently struggled to navigate rising healthcare costs.
Planned Parenthood Medicaid funding cuts hearing today
The legal fight continues Wednesday over the Medicaid funding cuts to Planned Parenthood, which was targeted in President Trump’s tax and spending cut bill this summer.
Menopause hormone therapy labeling changed under FDA
The FDA is lifting a serious “black box" warning from hormone therapies that are used for menopause symptoms.
FOX 9 Investigation on long-term care insurance honored by National Press Foundation
The FOX 9 Investigators have been named the winner of the 2025 AARP Award for Excellence in Journalism on Aging for their reporting on the long-term care insurance industry.
Contract dispute between UHC and M Health Fairview
A contract dispute between M Health Fairview and UnitedHealthcare could impact thousands of patients. FOX 9's Leon Purvis has the latest.
GLP-1 price reduction: President Trump announces agreement on drugs
President Trump announced a deal to reduce the prices of GLP-1 weight loss drugs Ozempic, Wegovy, and Zepbound with drug manufactures.
Colon cancer survivor honored: Raising awareness for early screening
Colorectal cancer is increasingly affecting younger adults, with a notable rise in cases among those under 50.
Allina Doctors Council strike approved, 'historic' rally planned
With no deal in place between members of the Doctors Council–SEIU and Allina Health, an estimated 600 doctors, physicians’ assistants and nurse practitioners are set to rally during a one-day strike.
FDA puts restrictions on fluoride use for kids
Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s latest action takes aim at fluoride, a chemical that is a mainstay of dental care.
Open enrollment for Affordable Care Act plans begins today
The Health Insurance Marketplace open enrollment period for Obamacare, also known as the Affordable Care Act (ACA), for the 2026 plan year begins on Saturday.
Eli Lilly partners with Walmart to sell weight loss drug directly to patients nationwide
Access for Zepbound through the partnership begins in mid-November.
Medicare Monday: Your questions answered
Kelli Jo Greiner, the Medicare program director at the Minnesota Board on Aging, joined FOX 9 All Day for Medicare Monday to answer viewer questions as changes come to Medicare Advantage.
Allina Doctors Council announce 1-day strike happening Nov. 5
Members of the Doctors Council at Allina Health announced the filing of a 10-day strike notice, which is the first time in Minnesota history physicians in the state have gone on strike.
Most Americans worry about higher health care costs in 2026, poll finds
The prospect of paying more for health care coverage has people who either are insured or not worried about covering their medical needs.
Medicare Advantage: What you need to know about open enrollment
Medicare open enrollment is underway in Minnesota. Kelli Jo Greiner from the Minnesota Aging Pathways answers FOX 9 All Day viewer questions about everything you need to know.
Medicare open enrollment begins: What are the deadlines to choose a new plan?
Medicare open enrollment begins on Wednesday, meaning Medicare Advantage members who are losing their plans next year can now start choosing new plans.
Medicare Advantage changes coming in 2026: Your questions answered
Kelli Jo Greiner, the Medicare product manager at the Minnesota Board on Aging, joined FOX 9 All Day to discuss the changes coming to those who use Medicare Advantage in Minnesota.
Medicare Advantage changes in 2026: What you can expect
Millions of Medicare Advantage subscribers are looking for answers after learning that major insurers plan to scale back coverage in the new year. FOX 9's All Day provides answers to questions viewers have sent.
President Trump on lowering drug prices
President Donald Trump held a press conference on lowering drug prices in the United States.