Vaping death reported in central California, hours after governor addresses dangers
Public health officials said a central California resident has died from complications related to the use of e-cigarettes, and they warned anyone who is vaping, or thinking about it, should know that there are serious potential risks.
Public health officials said a central California resident has died from complications related to the use of e-cigarettes, and they warned anyone who is vaping, or thinking about it, should know that there are serious potential risks.
'Numbers went sky high': 'Jeopardy!' host Alex Trebek says he’s undergoing chemotherapy again
“Jeopardy!” host Alex Trebek said he is undergoing another round of chemotherapy.
“Jeopardy!” host Alex Trebek said he is undergoing another round of chemotherapy.
Girl, 3, dies of rare cancer after doctors diagnosed her with constipation: 'She died in my arms'
A mother who claims doctors wrote off her 3-year-old daughter’s stomach pains as constipation says the young girl died just days after she was diagnosed with a rare form of cancer.
A mother who claims doctors wrote off her 3-year-old daughter’s stomach pains as constipation says the young girl died just days after she was diagnosed with a rare form of cancer.
Elk River, Minn. man offers kidney to fellow firefighter, turns out to be perfect match
An Elk River, Minnesota firefighter diagnosed with a serious disorder was facing a crisis: He is going to need a new kidney.
An Elk River, Minnesota firefighter diagnosed with a serious disorder was facing a crisis: He is going to need a new kidney.
Yogurt producer donates $5K to help Minneapolis schools go pesticide-free
The Minneapolis school district is getting a boost in its efforts to go pesticide-free.
The Minneapolis school district is getting a boost in its efforts to go pesticide-free.
FDA looking into possible carcinogen found in Zantac, other heartburn medications
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration announced Friday that it is looking into a trace amount of cancer-causing chemicals found in heartburn medications such as Zantac.
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration announced Friday that it is looking into a trace amount of cancer-causing chemicals found in heartburn medications such as Zantac.
University of Minnesota professor developing potential HIV vaccine
A potential vaccine for HIV could be in development right now at the University of Minnesota. Researchers are in the middle of an experiment, which shows promise.
A potential vaccine for HIV could be in development right now at the University of Minnesota. Researchers are in the middle of an experiment, which shows promise.
‘I didn’t think it would happen to me’: Doctors believe vaping caused teen's double-lung collapse
A 19-year-old Indiana man suffered two collapsed lungs and his doctors believe the condition is linked to vaping.
A 19-year-old Indiana man suffered two collapsed lungs and his doctors believe the condition is linked to vaping.
‘Human error’ during surgery results in girl losing thumb, having it replaced with her big toe
A 17-year-old Australian girl who dreamed of becoming a professional cricket player had those dreams dashed when a botched surgery resulted in her having her thumb replaced with her big toe.
A 17-year-old Australian girl who dreamed of becoming a professional cricket player had those dreams dashed when a botched surgery resulted in her having her thumb replaced with her big toe.
MDH: Rabid bat found in downtown Minneapolis
State health officials say a bat found in downtown Minneapolis earlier this week has tested positive for rabies.
State health officials say a bat found in downtown Minneapolis earlier this week has tested positive for rabies.
MDH warns Minnesota cannabis patients about vaping illnesses
After nationwide reports of vaping illnesses and even some deaths linked to vaping, the Minnesota Department of Health is warning medical cannabis users in the state.
After nationwide reports of vaping illnesses and even some deaths linked to vaping, the Minnesota Department of Health is warning medical cannabis users in the state.
Minnesota adult obesity rate tops 30 percent, health officials say
Minnesota’s adult obesity rate is continuing to rise, now topping 30 percent, state health officials said Tuesday.
Minnesota’s adult obesity rate is continuing to rise, now topping 30 percent, state health officials said Tuesday.
3 more Minnesota cases of severe lung injuries connected to vaping
There are now 25 confirmed or probable cases in Minnesota of severe lung injuries connected to vaping, according to the Minnesota Department of Health.
There are now 25 confirmed or probable cases in Minnesota of severe lung injuries connected to vaping, according to the Minnesota Department of Health.
Lawmakers hold session on bill that would allow physician-assisted suicide in Minnesota
Doctors, patients, and religious leaders spent much of Wednesday laying out their arguments for or against a bill that would allow physician-assisted suicide in Minnesota.
Doctors, patients, and religious leaders spent much of Wednesday laying out their arguments for or against a bill that would allow physician-assisted suicide in Minnesota.
Juul Labs says it will 'fully cooperate' with FDA investigation
San Francisco-based JUUL Labs Inc. said Tuesday it will "fully cooperate" with a U.S. Food and Drug Administration warning letter that alleges the company is making advertising claims for its e-cigarettes without FDA authorization.
San Francisco-based JUUL Labs Inc. said Tuesday it will "fully cooperate" with a U.S. Food and Drug Administration warning letter that alleges the company is making advertising claims for its e-cigarettes without FDA authorization.
Cambridge-Isanti High School uses education to fight vaping concerns
As students head back to class, the country is dealing with a vaping epidemic that's heavily affecting teens.
As students head back to class, the country is dealing with a vaping epidemic that's heavily affecting teens.
Air pollution linked to violent behavior, says University of Minnesota study
Air pollution has been linked to a number of health issues, but a University of Minnesota and Colorado State University study now links the air we breathe to violent behavior.
Air pollution has been linked to a number of health issues, but a University of Minnesota and Colorado State University study now links the air we breathe to violent behavior.
MN Department of Health reports 22 severe lung injuries associated with vaping, 13 other cases under review
The Minnesota Department of Health says 22 people have confirmed or probable cases of severe lung injuries associated with vaping, according to an update Tuesday. 13 other cases were under review as well.
The Minnesota Department of Health says 22 people have confirmed or probable cases of severe lung injuries associated with vaping, according to an update Tuesday. 13 other cases were under review as well.
Kansas health officials report first vaping fatality in the state, nationwide death toll rises to 6
Kansas health officials say they have confirmed the first death in the state related to an outbreak of a lung disease linked to vaping.
Kansas health officials say they have confirmed the first death in the state related to an outbreak of a lung disease linked to vaping.
New study links eating poultry to cancer for first time
A new study published in the Journal of Epidemiology and Community Health links poultry to different types of cancers that include melanoma, prostate cancer, and non-Hodgkin's lymphoma.
A new study published in the Journal of Epidemiology and Community Health links poultry to different types of cancers that include melanoma, prostate cancer, and non-Hodgkin's lymphoma.