'Forever chemicals' pose risk even at very low levels, EPA says
The chemicals are found in products like cardboard packaging and carpets. There are also health conditions associated with the chemicals, including cancer.
The chemicals are found in products like cardboard packaging and carpets. There are also health conditions associated with the chemicals, including cancer.
FDA approves 1st drug treatment for alopecia hair loss
The FDA has approved Olumiant (baricitinib) as a treatment for alopecia areata hair loss following two randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled trials.
The FDA has approved Olumiant (baricitinib) as a treatment for alopecia areata hair loss following two randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled trials.
WHO will rename monkeypox virus to counter concerns over stigma, discrimination
More than 1,600 confirmed monkeypox cases and nearly 1,500 suspected cases have been reported in 39 countries so far this year.
More than 1,600 confirmed monkeypox cases and nearly 1,500 suspected cases have been reported in 39 countries so far this year.
Volunteers needed for Down Syndrome Association of Minnesota's bike camp
The Down Syndrome Association of Minnesota is urgently asking for volunteers in order to help run its iCan Bike Camp in Shakopee, June 20-24.
The Down Syndrome Association of Minnesota is urgently asking for volunteers in order to help run its iCan Bike Camp in Shakopee, June 20-24.
WHO creating vaccine-sharing mechanism to stop monkeypox amid inequity fears
The World Health Organization is creating a new vaccine-sharing mechanism to stop the outbreak of monkeypox in more than 30 countries beyond Africa.
The World Health Organization is creating a new vaccine-sharing mechanism to stop the outbreak of monkeypox in more than 30 countries beyond Africa.
Money and mental health
As inflation worsens, many are keeping a closer eye on both their mental health and budgets.
As inflation worsens, many are keeping a closer eye on both their mental health and budgets.
FDA panel endorses Moderna's COVID vaccine for teens, school-age kids
An FDA advisory panel endorsed on Tuesday Moderna's COVID-19 vaccine for teenagers and school-aged children.
An FDA advisory panel endorsed on Tuesday Moderna's COVID-19 vaccine for teenagers and school-aged children.
Woman with rare ear disorder hears eyeballs move: 'Sounds will make me dizzy'
A woman from Maple Grove closes cabinet doors quietly, doesn't run the dishwasher until bedtime and makes her family live their lives in hushed tones. She has changed her entire lifestyle to keep her extreme symptoms at bay.
A woman from Maple Grove closes cabinet doors quietly, doesn't run the dishwasher until bedtime and makes her family live their lives in hushed tones. She has changed her entire lifestyle to keep her extreme symptoms at bay.
2 cases of measles confirmed in Minnesota preschool siblings
Two cases of measles have been confirmed in preschool-aged children who are siblings and live in Hennepin County. The Minnesota Department of Health and Hennepin County Public Health are investigating the measles cases.
Two cases of measles have been confirmed in preschool-aged children who are siblings and live in Hennepin County. The Minnesota Department of Health and Hennepin County Public Health are investigating the measles cases.
'Forever chemicals' linked to high blood pressure risk in middle-aged women, study finds
PFAS, called "forever chemicals" because they last so long in the environment, are used in thousands of everyday household items.
PFAS, called "forever chemicals" because they last so long in the environment, are used in thousands of everyday household items.
State takes over nursing home with unpaid bills, inability to make payroll
The Minnesota Department of Health has assumed control of Pine Haven Care Center due to unpaid bills, the inability to make payroll and concerns for the safety and care of residents.
The Minnesota Department of Health has assumed control of Pine Haven Care Center due to unpaid bills, the inability to make payroll and concerns for the safety and care of residents.
What is Ramsay Hunt syndrome: Justin Bieber reveals facial paralysis diagnosis
Ramsay Hunt syndrome has led Justin Bieber to cancel multiple shows because of the resulting facial paralysis.
Ramsay Hunt syndrome has led Justin Bieber to cancel multiple shows because of the resulting facial paralysis.
Police issue safety warning after several overdoses in Savage
The Savage Police Department issued a public safety warning for counterfeit oxycodone pills that could be linked to several overdoses.
The Savage Police Department issued a public safety warning for counterfeit oxycodone pills that could be linked to several overdoses.
Study: Gym workouts may increase COVID-19 infection risk; here's how to stay safe
Researchers measured the exhaled breath at rest and during different exercise intensities among eight men and eight women.
Researchers measured the exhaled breath at rest and during different exercise intensities among eight men and eight women.
FOX 9's Rob Olson: What I did after I got bitten by a tick
I write this as a first-person account, simply hoping it’s helpful. Lyme Disease is relatively rare, but with more than a thousand lab-confirmed or clinically diagnosed cases in Minnesota each year, and a few thousand more cases where it’s suspected, it’s prevalent enough to be aware of.
I write this as a first-person account, simply hoping it’s helpful. Lyme Disease is relatively rare, but with more than a thousand lab-confirmed or clinically diagnosed cases in Minnesota each year, and a few thousand more cases where it’s suspected, it’s prevalent enough to be aware of.
Dogs sniffed out COVID-19 more accurately than some lab tests, study says
Dogs were able to detect positive COVID-19 tests with 97% accuracy compared to the nasal swab tests which were only 84% accurate, according to the study.
Dogs were able to detect positive COVID-19 tests with 97% accuracy compared to the nasal swab tests which were only 84% accurate, according to the study.
COVID-19 was leading cause of US duty-related police deaths in 2020, study finds
In 2020, COVID-19 deaths accounted for 62% of all duty-related law enforcement officer deaths.
In 2020, COVID-19 deaths accounted for 62% of all duty-related law enforcement officer deaths.
COVID vaccines for kids 5 and younger could start the week of June 20: White House
Up to 20 million U.S. children under 5 could be eligible for a COVID-19 vaccine starting the week of June 20.
Up to 20 million U.S. children under 5 could be eligible for a COVID-19 vaccine starting the week of June 20.
Local health care systems declare gun violence a ‘health crisis’
Health care leaders in Minnesota are banding together with a unified message - gun violence is a health crisis.
Health care leaders in Minnesota are banding together with a unified message - gun violence is a health crisis.
Study suggests genetic cancer risks could be enhanced by metabolism
A Canadian professor believes deepening our understanding of how the metabolism works, combined with making healthy lifestyle changes, can lower cancer risks.
A Canadian professor believes deepening our understanding of how the metabolism works, combined with making healthy lifestyle changes, can lower cancer risks.