Lakeview athlete with disabilities now champ
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Even though he has Caudal Regression Syndrome, last year Terrek Jenniges became a placeholder for the kickers on the Lakeview Lakers football team. Now he's a state champion as well.

Allina Health pauses 'patient interruptions' to care, scheduling

Following a New York Times article alleging the nonprofit health system, “cuts off Patients with medical debt,” Allina Health announced Friday it “will take a thoughtful pause on any new interruptions to non-emergent, outpatient clinic scheduling.”

First monkeypox cases reported, Minnesota officials emphasize vaccinations

The first monkeypox cases since 2022 have been reported to health officials in Minnesota, who are urging vaccinations to help stop the spread of the virus.

Shannen Doherty, '90210' star, reveals cancer has spread to her brain in emotional video

The "Beverly Hills, 90210" star shared videos of her undergoing a CT scan and finding out her cancer had spread. "The turmoil….. the timing of it all…. This is what cancer can look like."

Medicare will require research registry for coverage new Alzheimer’s drugs

The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services says it will cover a new class of drugs meant to treat the early stages of Alzheimer’s disease in the brain.

Medicare will cover new Alzheimer's drug
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Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services announced this week they will cover a new drug for Alzheimer's treatment. But, doctors and patients will be required to go through certain extra steps to get approval.

Survey reveals 45% of adults skip using soap when washing their hands

A recent survey finds that some people not only pass on soap use for handwashing, but they will also dry their hands with their clothes.

Canada wildfires lead to air-quality alerts in US – Here's how to stay safe

The tiny particles are small enough to get past airway defenses and cause breathing problems. Here's a closer look at what's happening and some precautions for dealing with the haze.

Breastfeeding may later improve child’s exam scores, study suggests

The researchers discovered that longer breastfeeding was associated with improved academic performance, particularly in English and mathematics.

Mpls lakes water quality tests continue
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Several lakes throughout the Twin Cities have begun testing for bacteria following a heat wave early in the season. FOX 9?s Rob Olson has the latest.

What is 'chroming'? The deadly social media trend on TikTok

Several people have lost their lives due to “chroming," but yet it is becoming more popular on social media.

Air quality alert issued Monday due to smoke from Canadian wildfires

The Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA) has extended an air quality alert for east central and southeastern Minnesota until 12 a.m. on Monday, due to wildfire smoke that continues to linger.

Hydration foods: What to eat to beat the summer heat

With hot and humid temperatures to start the summer season so far in Minnesota, Chef Marshall O’Brien of Taste Success spoke with FOX 9 about hydration foods that can help beat the heat.