Trailblazing Minnesota dermatologist Dr. Charles Crutchfield III dies at age 62

Dr. Charles E. Crutchfield III was a trailblazer in the medical field. He ran a private practice in Eagan for a number of years, served as a clinical professor at the U of M Medical School and worked with the Twins, Vikings, Timberwolves, Wild, and Lynx.

Frozen fruit bags sold at major grocers recalled over listeria concerns

More than a dozen brands of frozen fruit brands sold at Walmart, Target, Whole Foods, Trader Joe's and other stores have been recalled over listeria concerns.

Remembering trailblazing Dr. Charles Crutchfield
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A renowned?Minnesota dermatologist has passed away. Dr. Charles E. Crutchfield II died Wednesday after a long battle with cancer.?He leaves behind a remarkable legacy of accomplishments and service.? Dr. Crutchfield was 62 years old.

Plant-based-meat advocacy group wants Macon Bacon to change name

The Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine wrote to the president of the Georgia collegiate team urging him to change its name.

FDA warns stores to stop selling disposable e-cigarettes including top seller Elf Bar

U.S. regulators have sent warning letters to dozens of retailers selling fruity disposable electronic cigarettes, including the current best-selling brand, Elf Bar.

Autism event held in St. Paul this weekend
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An event this week in St. Paul is looking to shed more light on autism in the Black community.

Your dog may have ‘better health’ outcome if it has a friend, study finds

A new study conducted by researchers from the Dog Aging Project reveals the positive impact of companionship from other dogs on a pet's health and survival.

West Nile virus cases, positive samples detected across the country

In Iowa, the Department of Health and Human Services announced Friday that the first case of West Nile virus infection was reported this year in an older adult — age 61-80 years — from Plymouth County.

St. Paul dental clinic offers free services, hopes to increase access

It’s estimated that more than 70-million people in the U.S. don’t have dental insurance, and in Minnesota, many still lack access. But one clinic in St. Paul aims to help.

Hope Dental offering increased access
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With many Minnesotans lacking routine dental health care, one Minnesota clinic is stepping up to help fill the void.

Suicides and homicides among young people spiked early in pandemic, study says

Experts cited several potential reasons for the increases in suicides and homicides, including higher rates of depression, limited availability of mental health services, and the number of guns in homes.

Surge of invasive strep A infections alarms doctors

Invasive strep A infections can cause organ failure, severe sepsis and other potentially deadly complications.

Drinking alcohol could increase risk of more than 60 diseases, study suggests

The researchers said that 33 diseases not previously established as alcohol-related were identified as higher risk – such as gastric ulcers and gout.

Frozen fruit sold at Costco recalled amid outbreak of hepatitis A infections

Check your freezer: Packages of Wawona Frozen Foods' Organic DayBreak Blend "may have the potential to be contaminated with hepatitis A," federal health officials warned.

Robotic pets used to help dementia patients
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A local organization is using robotic pets to bring comfort and joy for those suffering from dementia.

Newborn girl survives pregnancy triple threat, called 'one in millions'

After three months in the neonatal intensive care unit at Children’s Minnesota, Aria is home, thriving, and playing with her toy piano—her favorite—and fitting of her name.

Child born with complications finds joy in music
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A rare genetic disorder in Aria Stensby called Turner Syndrome, plus other complications found since birth, hasn?t stopped her from enjoying her love of music. FOX 9?s Tim Blotz has the story.