Health

With the recent surge in federal agents and the killing of Renee Good by an ICE agent, it can feel like there's a constant barrage of chaos, confusion and trauma in the Twin Cities lately. Experts say all the disruption can cause a mix of emotions in many Minnesotans.

The new recall of the dietary supplement occurred after reported salmonella cases in multiple states including New York, Pennsylvania, Michigan, and Minnesota.

A growing hemp industry now grappling with a new federal law threatening to make hemp products illegal could soon be back in the green if legislation to amend the new rules is approved.

The State of Minnesota is appealing the Trump Administration's decision to withhold $2 billion in Medicaid funding, accusing Medicaid administrator Dr. Mehmet Oz of "weaponizing" the Medicaid program.

Cartoonist Scott Adams, best known as the creator of "Dilbert," has died after a battle with prostate cancer.

Colleen Hoover, the famed author behind "It Ends With Us" and "Verity," revealed she has been diagnosed with cancer and has been receiving radiation treatment.

The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has confirmed a norovirus outbreak aboard a cruise ship — the first one of the year that's been reported.

The BBB is issuing a warning that troubling deep-fake videos are circulating social media to help promote weight loss products. One includes Oprah promoting the “pink salt trick.”

Insufficient sleep has higher mortality risk than bad diet and lack of exercise, study finds.

Polish researchers used brain imaging to reveal how chewing affects attention and stress regulation networks.

Novo Nordisk launched an oral version of its GLP-1 injectable to US markets on Jan 5.

America’s least healthy states also have a few things in common, according to a new report. Here's where your state ranks.

The Minnesota Department of Health is breaking with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention on vaccine guidance after the federal organization made changes to the childhood immunization schedule.

The House has passed legislation that extends expired health care subsidies for those who get coverage through the Affordable Care Act.

As Americans set New Year’s resolutions to exercise more and lose weight in 2026, a new WalletHub study highlights how city living can influence an active lifestyle.

Most flu infections this season are from a new variant not covered by the flu shot, but doctors say the vaccine will still help protect against severe illness and death.

New guidelines for healthy eating say Americans should eat more whole foods and protein, fewer highly processed foods and less added sugar.

A new study suggests that disruptions in sleep and daily activity timing may be linked to a higher risk of dementia in older adults.