Minnesota sees wave of major hospital mergers
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Following a trend across the U.S., Minnesota has seen three major healthcare mergers proposed in the last year. But what does it mean for costs for Minnesotans? FOX 9’s Maury Glover explains.

ASU hockey players demand discipline for coach after workout left teammate in coma

Seven Arizona State University hockey players allege the team’s head coach Greg Powers downplayed Matthew Mayich's collapse during a workout as the sophomore remains in a coma.

4 simple habits can help slow muscle loss as you age, fitness expert says

A New York-based fitness coach says that beyond GLP-1s, there are several other reasons that adults start losing muscle as they get older.

New documentary explores ‘Pursuit of Happiness’
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A new documentary series airing on PBS aims to explore the concept of the “Pursuit of Happiness.” Host Amanda Brinkman joined FOX 9’s Good Day to discuss the project and its inspiration.

What to know about vaccines this flu season
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Cold and flu season is getting underway as uncertainty surrounds federal vaccine guidance.

Doctor warns of potential interactions between GLP-1 drugs and cannabis

A physician and cannabinoid specialist is sounding the alarm on the potential interactions between cannabis and GLP-1s for a small percentage of people who use both.

Popular weight-loss drugs may play surprising role in cancer outcomes

As GLP-1 medications continue reshaping the treatment of obesity and diabetes, researchers are also investigating whether the drugs could influence cancer risk and outcomes.

VA hospitals across the country earn high ratings for providing quality care to veterans - See which ones

When it comes to caring for veterans, 87 Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) hospitals across the country have received high ratings in the latest Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) hospital rankings report.

FDA approves first mRNA flu vaccine, but CDC has yet to recommend it

The FDA has approved mFlusiva, the first mRNA flu vaccine, for adults ages 50 to 64, but the CDC has not added it to its recommended list amid legal uncertainties and disruptions to the federal vaccine review process.

People are ditching their vapes only to pick up another surprising habit

E-cigarettes have long been used as an alternative to traditional smoking, but public health data suggests some adults trying to quit vaping are turning back to cigarettes.

Modified HIV drug could reverse vision loss, paralysis from MS, study suggests

An experimental drug reversed vision loss and paralysis in mice with MS-like symptoms, prompting researchers to explore its potential for human treatment.

One daily serving of ultra-processed food linked to higher disease risk

A large-scale study found that eating an additional 3½ ounces of ultra-processed food daily was associated with higher risks of cardiovascular events, cancer, death from any cause, metabolic syndrome and diabetes.

Thyroid medication recall upgraded to FDA's highest risk level

A thyroid medication that was recalled last month because it’s potentially “superpotent" has been upgraded to the Food and Drug Administration’s highest risk level.

FDA-endorsed blood test can spot early signs of more than 50 types of cancer, drugmaker says

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) endorsed a blood test designed to spot early signs of dozens of cancers despite concerns about how definitive the test’s results may be, the Associated Press reported.

FDA approves Eli Lilly's once-a-week insulin injection for type 2 diabetes treatment

Adults with type 2 diabetes will have a new alternative to daily insulin injections now that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved a new once-a-week insulin injection. 

‘Miracle on the Hudson’ hero Sully Sullenberger reveals Alzheimer’s warning signs he missed years ago

Captain Chesley "Sully" Sullenberger, the former airline pilot celebrated worldwide for safely landing US Airways Flight 1549 on the Hudson River in 2009, is taking on a new mission to raise awareness about the early signs of Alzheimer’s disease.