China says it’s possible that new virus could spread between humans
Officials are investigating whether a woman contracted the virus from her husband.
Officials are investigating whether a woman contracted the virus from her husband.
Report: Potentially dangerous nitrate levels found in some Minnesota drinking water
A new study on Minnesota drinking water shows 22 public water systems tested for nitrate levels twice as high as federal standards allow. At that rate it can lead to a deadly blood disorder in infants called blue baby syndrome and possibly cancer
A new study on Minnesota drinking water shows 22 public water systems tested for nitrate levels twice as high as federal standards allow. At that rate it can lead to a deadly blood disorder in infants called blue baby syndrome and possibly cancer
Ohio doctor gives patients adorable hand-drawn cartoons after surgery
An Ohio doctor surprises his young surgery patients with hand-drawn dressings that feature the children’s favorite characters.
An Ohio doctor surprises his young surgery patients with hand-drawn dressings that feature the children’s favorite characters.
U of M partners with pharmaceutical company to develop cyanide antidote autoinjector
The University of Minnesota is partnering with a pharmaceutical company to design a device to quickly administer a new antidote for cyanide poisoning.
The University of Minnesota is partnering with a pharmaceutical company to design a device to quickly administer a new antidote for cyanide poisoning.
Barbies with vitiligo donated to Minnesota Vit Friends support group
Mattel donated 56 dolls to Minnesota Vit Friends to give to any children that attend a national conference in the Twin Cities that the chapter is hosting this summer.
Mattel donated 56 dolls to Minnesota Vit Friends to give to any children that attend a national conference in the Twin Cities that the chapter is hosting this summer.
Alcohol-related deaths have more than doubled over past 20 years in US, study finds
The study looked at death certificate data between 1999 and 2017 and found an increase in alcohol-related deaths, especially among women.
The study looked at death certificate data between 1999 and 2017 and found an increase in alcohol-related deaths, especially among women.
Kids give standing ovation to 6-year-old classmate after his final chemo treatment
A little boy in Ohio received a standing ovation from his elementary school classmates after they learned he beat cancer.
A little boy in Ohio received a standing ovation from his elementary school classmates after they learned he beat cancer.
Flu season deaths in Minnesota double in a week as illness kills 8 more people
In a week, Minnesota saw the number of people who have died from the flu this season double, as the Department of Health has reported eight more deaths.
In a week, Minnesota saw the number of people who have died from the flu this season double, as the Department of Health has reported eight more deaths.
Red Cross in ‘critical need’ of blood donations, offers donors chance to win Super Bowl trip
The American Red Cross said it needs donors of all blood types after fewer drives were held over the holidays and is offering a chance to win tickets to the big game.
The American Red Cross said it needs donors of all blood types after fewer drives were held over the holidays and is offering a chance to win tickets to the big game.
Researchers: Some pet products touted as having CBD don't actually contain it
Companies have unleashed hundreds of CBD pet health products accompanied by glowing customer testimonials claiming the cannabis derivative produced calmer, quieter and pain-free dogs and cats.
Companies have unleashed hundreds of CBD pet health products accompanied by glowing customer testimonials claiming the cannabis derivative produced calmer, quieter and pain-free dogs and cats.
Minnesota health officials stress prevention after infant dies of whooping cough
Minnesota health officials are stressing the importance of vaccination after an infant died of pertussis, also known as whooping cough, in November.
Minnesota health officials are stressing the importance of vaccination after an infant died of pertussis, also known as whooping cough, in November.
American Cancer Society finds biggest one-year drop in U.S. cancer death rate
Researchers on Wednesday reported the largest-ever one-year decline in the U.S. cancer death rate, a drop they credited to advances in lung-tumor treatments.
Researchers on Wednesday reported the largest-ever one-year decline in the U.S. cancer death rate, a drop they credited to advances in lung-tumor treatments.
Data shows Minnesota income disparities extend to radon mitigation
New data from the Department of Health shows the many income disparities we have in Minnesota now extends to radon mitigation.
New data from the Department of Health shows the many income disparities we have in Minnesota now extends to radon mitigation.
Boy, 11, dies during Make-A-Wish trip to Mall of America
Mikey Choroszy died of terminal brain cancer while on a Make-A-Wish trip to the Mall of America.
Mikey Choroszy died of terminal brain cancer while on a Make-A-Wish trip to the Mall of America.
St. Louis Park City Council approves ordinance banning sale of e-cigarettes and vaping products
St. Louis Park became the first city in Minnesota to ban the sale of e-cigarettes and vaping products.
St. Louis Park became the first city in Minnesota to ban the sale of e-cigarettes and vaping products.
Wild host 3rd annual Recovery Night at Xcel Energy Center
The annual event focuses on people battling alcoholism and addiction and featured a former NHLer in recovery, too.
The annual event focuses on people battling alcoholism and addiction and featured a former NHLer in recovery, too.
Minnesota DHS: New data shows doctors are prescribing fewer opioids
Minnesota doctors serving state health care programs wrote a third fewer new opioid prescriptions last year, according to a report from the Department of Human Services.
Minnesota doctors serving state health care programs wrote a third fewer new opioid prescriptions last year, according to a report from the Department of Human Services.
RECALL: Depression medication Mirtazapine recalled due to label error on declared strength
One lot of Mirtazapine tablets, used to treat major depressive disorder, was recalled due to a label error on its declared strength.
One lot of Mirtazapine tablets, used to treat major depressive disorder, was recalled due to a label error on its declared strength.
After leaving hospital, man thanks Roseville, Minn. firefighters who helped save his life
A man is crediting Roseville firefighters, along with other emergency workers, doctors, and even his friend, for saving his life.
A man is crediting Roseville firefighters, along with other emergency workers, doctors, and even his friend, for saving his life.
New FDA dual labels will now show calorie count of entire food container
The FDA has released new labeling guidelines that require manufacturers to list how many calories are in an entire package of food.
The FDA has released new labeling guidelines that require manufacturers to list how many calories are in an entire package of food.