FDA warns of hepatitis A outbreak possibly linked to Fresh Thyme blackberries
Blackberries sold at Fresh Thyme in September may be linked to a hepatitis A outbreak, according to the FDA
Blackberries sold at Fresh Thyme in September may be linked to a hepatitis A outbreak, according to the FDA
Woman says her husky sniffed out her cancer, caught 4 re-occurrences before doctors could
Stephanie Herfel might not have caught her ovarian cancer in time if not for her husky, Sierra. She says Sierra sniffed out every re-occurrence of the cancer before doctors could see it on scans.
Stephanie Herfel might not have caught her ovarian cancer in time if not for her husky, Sierra. She says Sierra sniffed out every re-occurrence of the cancer before doctors could see it on scans.
American Medical Association calls for an immediate ban on all e-cigarette and vaping products
The American Medical Association on Tuesday called for an immediate ban on all electronic cigarettes and vaping devices.
The American Medical Association on Tuesday called for an immediate ban on all electronic cigarettes and vaping devices.
Smoking weed may increase risk of stroke, arrhythmia in young adults, warns American Heart Association
Frequent use of cannabis in young adults was linked to an increased risk of stroke, and people diagnosed with cannabis use disorder were found to be more likely to being hospitalized for arrhythmia (heart rhythm disturbances), according to two new studies that were presented at the American Heart Association’s Scientific Sessions 2019.
Frequent use of cannabis in young adults was linked to an increased risk of stroke, and people diagnosed with cannabis use disorder were found to be more likely to being hospitalized for arrhythmia (heart rhythm disturbances), according to two new studies that were presented at the American Heart Association’s Scientific Sessions 2019.
Astronauts experience stagnant and reverse blood flow during long periods in space, study finds
A study looking into how zero gravity can affect blood flow in the body showed astronauts staying onboard the International Space Station for long periods of time can face health risks.
A study looking into how zero gravity can affect blood flow in the body showed astronauts staying onboard the International Space Station for long periods of time can face health risks.
What day is it? With insulin deal stuck, Minn. lawmakers quibble over calendars
Minnesota lawmakers, who have failed to strike a deal to make insulin cheaper for thousands of diabetics, quibbled Monday over the deadline they set for themselves.
Minnesota lawmakers, who have failed to strike a deal to make insulin cheaper for thousands of diabetics, quibbled Monday over the deadline they set for themselves.
Thousands of costly heart procedures each year could be unnecessary, study finds
The findings of a large study suggest thousands of costly stent procedures and bypass operations each year are unnecessary or premature for people with stable disease.
The findings of a large study suggest thousands of costly stent procedures and bypass operations each year are unnecessary or premature for people with stable disease.
China sees 3rd plague case after man, 55, eats wild rabbit
A 55-year-old man in China has become the country’s third case of plague in recent weeks.
A 55-year-old man in China has become the country’s third case of plague in recent weeks.
Sleep specialist says cooler temperatures improve quality of sleep, help people sleep longer
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New study casts doubt on need for many heart procedures
People with severe but stable heart disease from clogged arteries may have less chest pain if they get a procedure to improve blood flow rather than just giving medicines a chance to help, but it won't cut their risk of having a heart attack or dying over the following few years, a big federally funded study found.
People with severe but stable heart disease from clogged arteries may have less chest pain if they get a procedure to improve blood flow rather than just giving medicines a chance to help, but it won't cut their risk of having a heart attack or dying over the following few years, a big federally funded study found.
Families share concerns of rising insulin prices to Sen. Smith
The rising cost of insulin is becoming more difficult to afford. It’s affecting not just adults with diabetes, but parents who have diabetic children.
The rising cost of insulin is becoming more difficult to afford. It’s affecting not just adults with diabetes, but parents who have diabetic children.
Rabid kitten bites three people in northern Minnesota
A kitten infected with rabies bit three people in northern Minnesota, including a 4-year-old child and a pregnant woman, according to state animal health officials.
A kitten infected with rabies bit three people in northern Minnesota, including a 4-year-old child and a pregnant woman, according to state animal health officials.
St. Louis Park hospital makes history by selling Minnesota made hijabs
Thursday, a local hospital became the first health care system in the country to sell a line of hijabs.
Thursday, a local hospital became the first health care system in the country to sell a line of hijabs.
Antibiotic-resistant superbugs kill 35K Americans each year — and CDC warns worst is yet to come
In recent decades, scientists have consistently warned that humanity was headed full-speed toward an antibiotic-resistant future. A new report from the CDC says that future is already here.
In recent decades, scientists have consistently warned that humanity was headed full-speed toward an antibiotic-resistant future. A new report from the CDC says that future is already here.
Minnesota breast cancer survivor shares journey to regaining confidence
A year ago, a breast cancer diagnosis turned a local woman's life upside down. But now, Elizabeth Sorensen is on a new journey that she is hoping will make an impact in the lives of others.
A year ago, a breast cancer diagnosis turned a local woman's life upside down. But now, Elizabeth Sorensen is on a new journey that she is hoping will make an impact in the lives of others.
Hennepin County teen birth rate drops 65% in 10 years
The number of kids having kids is dropping in Hennepin County.
The number of kids having kids is dropping in Hennepin County.
'We love you, Alex': Alex Trebek gets choked up at 'Jeopardy!' contestant's touching answer
The contestant didn't know the Final Jeopardy! answer, so he used the moment to share words of encouragement for the longtime host who is battling pancreatic cancer.
The contestant didn't know the Final Jeopardy! answer, so he used the moment to share words of encouragement for the longtime host who is battling pancreatic cancer.
CDC identifies vitamin E acetate as possible chemical culprit in vaping illness outbreak
The CDC said the chemical compound was found in lung fluid from 29 patients tested in a government lab.
The CDC said the chemical compound was found in lung fluid from 29 patients tested in a government lab.
Report suggests millennials may earn less, die younger than previous generation due to escalating health issues
If millennial health continues to decline and goes unaddressed over the next decade, the report predicted that millennials could see mortality rates climb by more than 40 percent compared to Gen-Xers at the same age.
If millennial health continues to decline and goes unaddressed over the next decade, the report predicted that millennials could see mortality rates climb by more than 40 percent compared to Gen-Xers at the same age.
2 million pounds of poultry products recalled
More than 2 million pounds of poultry products is being recalled due to possible contamination.
More than 2 million pounds of poultry products is being recalled due to possible contamination.