These are the worst places to live with asthma in the US
The Asthma Capitals Report ranks the most challenging cities to live with asthma.
The Asthma Capitals Report ranks the most challenging cities to live with asthma.
Water contaminant linked to infant brain damage won't be regulated by EPA
Upholding a Trump-era environmental policy, the Environmental Protection Agency says it will not regulate a drinking water contaminant that has been linked to brain damage in infants.
Upholding a Trump-era environmental policy, the Environmental Protection Agency says it will not regulate a drinking water contaminant that has been linked to brain damage in infants.
1 in 20 New Jersey heart attacks caused by noise pollution, study says
The heart attack rate in New Jersey was 72% higher in places with high levels of noise pollution, the study concludes.
The heart attack rate in New Jersey was 72% higher in places with high levels of noise pollution, the study concludes.
Consumer advisory issued for romaine hearts from Ocean Mist Farms
The Minnesota Department of Agriculture is advising consumers to avoid eating Ocean Mist Farms' romaine hearts after cyclospora was found during routine product testing. Here's a list of where the product was sold in Minnesota.
The Minnesota Department of Agriculture is advising consumers to avoid eating Ocean Mist Farms' romaine hearts after cyclospora was found during routine product testing. Here's a list of where the product was sold in Minnesota.
Increased cancer risk associated with artificial sweeteners, study says
In particular, the authors found aspartame and acesulfame were associated with increased cancer risk and higher risks were observed for breast cancer and obesity-related cancers.
In particular, the authors found aspartame and acesulfame were associated with increased cancer risk and higher risks were observed for breast cancer and obesity-related cancers.
COVID-19 deaths jump by 40%, but cases falling globally, WHO says
WHO said the jump in COVID-19 deaths was likely due to changes in how these virus deaths were reported across the Americas and by newly adjusted figures from India.
WHO said the jump in COVID-19 deaths was likely due to changes in how these virus deaths were reported across the Americas and by newly adjusted figures from India.
What is alopecia? Chris Rock joke about Jada Pinkett Smith shines light on hair loss condition
The Oscars 2022 drama involving Will Smith slapping Chris Rock over a joke about Jada Pinkett Smith’s appearance has shined a light on a condition called alopecia areata.
The Oscars 2022 drama involving Will Smith slapping Chris Rock over a joke about Jada Pinkett Smith’s appearance has shined a light on a condition called alopecia areata.
Ellume facing class action complaint over recalled COVID-19 at-home test kits
The complaint alleges Ellume hasn’t refunded customers who bought their COVID-19 at-home test kits that were later recalled for higher-than-acceptable false-positive test results.
The complaint alleges Ellume hasn’t refunded customers who bought their COVID-19 at-home test kits that were later recalled for higher-than-acceptable false-positive test results.
Preventing overuse injuries in youth sports
More than 3.5 million kids under the age of 14 get some type of treatment for a sports injury every year. according to the CDC. Dr. Trenton Cooper, a pediatric orthopedic surgeon at Gillette Children's, joins FOX 9 to explain overuse injuries and how to prevent them from happening.
More than 3.5 million kids under the age of 14 get some type of treatment for a sports injury every year. according to the CDC. Dr. Trenton Cooper, a pediatric orthopedic surgeon at Gillette Children's, joins FOX 9 to explain overuse injuries and how to prevent them from happening.
Twin Cities nonprofit empowers Somali women and their families
Fartun Weli, CEO of Isuroon, joins FOX 9 Morning News to talk her organization's work in the Twin Cities to support the health and wellness of Somali women and their families.
Fartun Weli, CEO of Isuroon, joins FOX 9 Morning News to talk her organization's work in the Twin Cities to support the health and wellness of Somali women and their families.
Microplastics found in human blood for the 1st time, study says
Microplastics have been found in our food, drinks and even in human placentas. Now, researchers say they have found the first-ever evidence of microplastics in human blood.
Microplastics have been found in our food, drinks and even in human placentas. Now, researchers say they have found the first-ever evidence of microplastics in human blood.
Allina Health changes COVID-19 visitor limit policy
Although masking and social distancing will still be required within Allina Health facilities, the health care provider announced Friday a loosening of its rules for inpatient visitors.
Although masking and social distancing will still be required within Allina Health facilities, the health care provider announced Friday a loosening of its rules for inpatient visitors.
Drinking 2 to 3 cups of coffee daily could benefit the heart, studies say
Drinking two or three cups of coffee every day may benefit the heart, according to studies being presented at the American College of Cardiology's 71st Annual Scientific Session.
Drinking two or three cups of coffee every day may benefit the heart, according to studies being presented at the American College of Cardiology's 71st Annual Scientific Session.
MPS teachers strike marches on as negotiations over salary, mental health continue
On the 16th day of a teacher?s strike in Minneapolis, much of the divide between the district and its teachers appears to ride on the teachers? demand of improved mental health support for their students.
On the 16th day of a teacher?s strike in Minneapolis, much of the divide between the district and its teachers appears to ride on the teachers? demand of improved mental health support for their students.
Mild Cognitive Impairment: About a condition few people understand
Kanada Yazbek lives with a condition too few people know about let alone understand.
Kanada Yazbek lives with a condition too few people know about let alone understand.
Moderna says its low-dose COVID shots work for kids under 6; will seek federal approval
Moderna’s COVID-19 vaccine works in babies, toddlers and preschoolers the company announced Wednesday -- and if regulators agree it could mean a chance to finally start vaccinating the littlest kids by summer.
Moderna’s COVID-19 vaccine works in babies, toddlers and preschoolers the company announced Wednesday -- and if regulators agree it could mean a chance to finally start vaccinating the littlest kids by summer.
US adult cigarette smoking rate fell during first year of pandemic
U.S. cigarette smoking dropped to a new all-time low in 2020, with 1 in 8 adults saying they were current smokers.
U.S. cigarette smoking dropped to a new all-time low in 2020, with 1 in 8 adults saying they were current smokers.
China reports first deaths from COVID-19 in more than a year
China’s health authorities have reported two COVID-19 deaths, the first since January 2021.
China’s health authorities have reported two COVID-19 deaths, the first since January 2021.
Moderna asks FDA to add 4th COVID-19 vaccine booster dose for all adults to EUA
Drugmaker Moderna has asked the Food and Drug Administration to authorize a fourth shot of its COVID-19 vaccine as a booster dose for all adults.
Drugmaker Moderna has asked the Food and Drug Administration to authorize a fourth shot of its COVID-19 vaccine as a booster dose for all adults.
Study: Greater screen time in young kids linked to more reported behavior problems
The research team found a "small but statistically significant" link between certain behavioral problems in children under 12 and greater amounts of screentime.
The research team found a "small but statistically significant" link between certain behavioral problems in children under 12 and greater amounts of screentime.