UnitedHealthcare delays policy that would deny coverage for ER visits deemed non-emergencies
Under the pending policy, UnitedHealthcare wouldn't cover ER visits it deems weren't a true emergency.
Under the pending policy, UnitedHealthcare wouldn't cover ER visits it deems weren't a true emergency.
FDA approves much-debated Alzheimer’s drug Biogen, 1st in nearly 20 years
The FDA approved the first new drug for Alzheimer’s disease in nearly 20 years, despite some warnings from independent advisers.
The FDA approved the first new drug for Alzheimer’s disease in nearly 20 years, despite some warnings from independent advisers.
Breast cancer pill shows benefit in certain hard-to-treat cases
A pill used for breast cancer has been shown to help treat certain early-stage, hard-to-treat cases. It was studied in patients with BRCA1 and BRCA2 mutations.
A pill used for breast cancer has been shown to help treat certain early-stage, hard-to-treat cases. It was studied in patients with BRCA1 and BRCA2 mutations.
MDH to assisted living residents: Check with your facility about changes as new licensure law goes into effect
The state's assisted living licensure program will change Aug. 1, so the health department wants residents to inquire about potential changes to their services.
The state's assisted living licensure program will change Aug. 1, so the health department wants residents to inquire about potential changes to their services.
How to find a COVID-19 vaccine appointment for children ages 12-15
Beginning Thursday, children as young as 12 can get the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine. Here are some tips for finding a vaccine appointment for your child.
Beginning Thursday, children as young as 12 can get the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine. Here are some tips for finding a vaccine appointment for your child.
Minnesota surpasses 50% of eligible people vaccinated against COVID-19
Minnesota has now crossed the 50% mark for eligible people who are fully vaccinated against COVID-19, the latest state health department data shows.
Minnesota has now crossed the 50% mark for eligible people who are fully vaccinated against COVID-19, the latest state health department data shows.
Suicides decreased in Minnesota in 2020 after hitting record high in 2019
The number of suicides in Minnesota decreased in 2020 compared to 2019, according to the latest report from state health department.
The number of suicides in Minnesota decreased in 2020 compared to 2019, according to the latest report from state health department.
Adult day services feeling left behind as state COVID-19 restrictions lift
While the rest of the state opens back up quickly, adult day services across Minnesota are wondering when their restrictions will loosen.
While the rest of the state opens back up quickly, adult day services across Minnesota are wondering when their restrictions will loosen.
Multiple over-the-counter COVID-19 tests now available at stores nationwide
Multiple COVID-19 tests will be available at stores nationwide beginning this week, without the need for a prescription. They range in price from $23.99 to $119.99.
Multiple COVID-19 tests will be available at stores nationwide beginning this week, without the need for a prescription. They range in price from $23.99 to $119.99.
Minnesota's COVID-19 infections, hospitalizations at highest rate since January
Minnesota health officials reported 2,140 new COVID-19 cases Thursday, the first time the state has seen over 2,000 cases reported in a single day since Jan. 10.
Minnesota health officials reported 2,140 new COVID-19 cases Thursday, the first time the state has seen over 2,000 cases reported in a single day since Jan. 10.
How to find a COVID-19 vaccine appointment in Minnesota
Minnesota is expanding COVID-19 vaccine eligibility to all people 16 and up starting Tuesday. Find out how to get your shot.
Minnesota is expanding COVID-19 vaccine eligibility to all people 16 and up starting Tuesday. Find out how to get your shot.
Minneapolis VA offering COVID-19 vaccines to all enrolled veterans
The Minneapolis VA Health Care System announced Friday it is opening COVID-19 vaccinations to all enrolled veterans, regardless of age.
The Minneapolis VA Health Care System announced Friday it is opening COVID-19 vaccinations to all enrolled veterans, regardless of age.
M Health Fairview doctors' book handouts giving young children a head start
March is National Reading Month and M Health Fairview recently received a gift to help celebrate.
March is National Reading Month and M Health Fairview recently received a gift to help celebrate.
Can you choose which COVID-19 vaccine you get?
Minnesota health officials say you can choose not to take a particular COVID-19 vaccine that’s offered to you, but it means you’ll have to get back in line and wait for a different one.
Minnesota health officials say you can choose not to take a particular COVID-19 vaccine that’s offered to you, but it means you’ll have to get back in line and wait for a different one.
New data shows ethnic disparities in views toward Alzheimer's care
New data from the Alzheimer’s Association shows that more families are struggling with the brain and memory disease.
New data from the Alzheimer’s Association shows that more families are struggling with the brain and memory disease.
4th at-home COVID-19 test gets emergency use authorization from FDA
The FDA gave approval for the QuickVue At-Home COVID-19 Test, allowing certain consumers to rapidly test themselves for the coronavirus.
The FDA gave approval for the QuickVue At-Home COVID-19 Test, allowing certain consumers to rapidly test themselves for the coronavirus.
Legislation hopes to keep telehealth changes in effect for Minnesota after pandemic
During the pandemic, there are fewer doctor’s appointments happening in person and more happening virtually.
During the pandemic, there are fewer doctor’s appointments happening in person and more happening virtually.
Over 20K Minnesotans get 1st COVID-19 vaccine dose in single day for 1st time since Feb. 13
For the first time since Feb. 13, Minnesota reported over 20,000 people got their first dose of the COVID-19 vaccine dose in a single day. Winter storms delayed vaccine shipments last week, but it appears the shipments are back on track.
For the first time since Feb. 13, Minnesota reported over 20,000 people got their first dose of the COVID-19 vaccine dose in a single day. Winter storms delayed vaccine shipments last week, but it appears the shipments are back on track.
7 years later, family finds relief for boy's severe case of eczema
A Minnesota family has battled their little boy’s skin condition for the past seven years. Now they say they’ve found some relief thanks to a Twin Cities doctor who never stopped advocating for them - and they think their solution could help others too.
A Minnesota family has battled their little boy’s skin condition for the past seven years. Now they say they’ve found some relief thanks to a Twin Cities doctor who never stopped advocating for them - and they think their solution could help others too.
FDA releases new data on Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 vaccine ahead of decision
An analysis by U.S. regulators says Johnson & Johnson's single-dose vaccine protects against COVID-19.
An analysis by U.S. regulators says Johnson & Johnson's single-dose vaccine protects against COVID-19.