Union pushes back over Duluth-based Essentia's flu shot requirement
DULUTH, Minn. (AP) -- A labor union is asking a federal judge to prevent Essentia Health from firing workers who don't get a flu shot.
DULUTH, Minn. (AP) -- A labor union is asking a federal judge to prevent Essentia Health from firing workers who don't get a flu shot.
Anaheim Ducks player Patrick Eaves hospitalized with Guillain-Barre syndrome
Anaheim Ducks right wing Patrick Eaves has been hospitalized with with what is suspected to be Guillain-Barré syndrome, a disorder in which the body's immune system attacks the peripheral nervous system. Eaves is “currently resting comfortably in stable condition” at Hoag Hospital in Newport Beach, Calif., according to a statement from the team.
Anaheim Ducks right wing Patrick Eaves has been hospitalized with with what is suspected to be Guillain-Barré syndrome, a disorder in which the body's immune system attacks the peripheral nervous system. Eaves is “currently resting comfortably in stable condition” at Hoag Hospital in Newport Beach, Calif., according to a statement from the team.
Delta helps sick boy live out his dream to be a pilot
Atlanta's Delta Flight Museum is giving one boy with a life threatening illness the chance to live out his big dream.
Atlanta's Delta Flight Museum is giving one boy with a life threatening illness the chance to live out his big dream.
Insurer allegedly sends coverage denial letter to 9-month-old with brain cancer
The 9-month-old son of a retired NYPD officer allegedly received a letter from the family’s insurance company recently, explaining that the clinical trial he was enrolled in to treat aggressive brain cancer was “not medically necessary,” and therefore would not be covered by the provider.
The 9-month-old son of a retired NYPD officer allegedly received a letter from the family’s insurance company recently, explaining that the clinical trial he was enrolled in to treat aggressive brain cancer was “not medically necessary,” and therefore would not be covered by the provider.
A short-term health deal by senators -- with Trump's blessing
Key senators reached a breakthrough deal Tuesday on resuming federal payments to health insurers that President Donald Trump has blocked. Insurers had warned that unless the money is quickly restored, premiums will go up.
Key senators reached a breakthrough deal Tuesday on resuming federal payments to health insurers that President Donald Trump has blocked. Insurers had warned that unless the money is quickly restored, premiums will go up.
Eating magic mushrooms can clear up depression, researchers say
Remember when magic mushrooms were just for tripping? Well...Now it turns out.. They could be the key to treating depression.
Remember when magic mushrooms were just for tripping? Well...Now it turns out.. They could be the key to treating depression.
Energy drinks cause new father's skull to collapse, loses part of his brain
A mother of one is now caring for her newborn and her husband after his energy drink consumption nearly cost her family everything.
A mother of one is now caring for her newborn and her husband after his energy drink consumption nearly cost her family everything.
Frustrated over healthcare, Trump signs executive order
Frustrated by failed attempts to repeal the Affordable Care Act in Congress, President Donald Trump signed an executive order Thursday promising lower costs and more options for millions of customers who buy their own health insurance.
Frustrated by failed attempts to repeal the Affordable Care Act in Congress, President Donald Trump signed an executive order Thursday promising lower costs and more options for millions of customers who buy their own health insurance.
President Trump looks to boost lower-premium health insurance plans with executive order
Frustrated by failures in Congress, President Donald Trump will try to put his own stamp on health care with an executive order Thursday that aims to make lower-premium plans more widely available.
Frustrated by failures in Congress, President Donald Trump will try to put his own stamp on health care with an executive order Thursday that aims to make lower-premium plans more widely available.
Fitness at Alchemy in St. Paul
Todd Walker stops by Alchemy in St. Paul for some fitness and nutrition tips.
Todd Walker stops by Alchemy in St. Paul for some fitness and nutrition tips.
FDA: Drug shortages possible due to Puerto Rico power outage
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration says drug shortages are possible because of expected long-term power outages in Puerto Rico.
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration says drug shortages are possible because of expected long-term power outages in Puerto Rico.
Planned Parenthood calls on MN lawmakers to protect contraceptive mandate
Local advocates are calling on Minnesota lawmakers to enact legislation that will bar employers from denying birth control coverage to their employees after President Donald Trump announced he will roll back the contraceptive mandate of the Obama health care law.
Local advocates are calling on Minnesota lawmakers to enact legislation that will bar employers from denying birth control coverage to their employees after President Donald Trump announced he will roll back the contraceptive mandate of the Obama health care law.
FDA: 'Love' is not a real ingredient in bakery's granola
A Massachusetts bakery's granola may be made with love, but federal officials say it shouldn't be listed as an ingredient on the package.
A Massachusetts bakery's granola may be made with love, but federal officials say it shouldn't be listed as an ingredient on the package.
Body camera video shows details of lawsuit naming Mpls. Officer Noor, 2 others
The Minneapolis police officer who shot and killed Justine Damond in July has yet to speak about the case, but body camera footage obtained by the Fox 9 Investigators shows Officer Mohamed Noor in action during another incident that is part of a current lawsuit in federal court.
The Minneapolis police officer who shot and killed Justine Damond in July has yet to speak about the case, but body camera footage obtained by the Fox 9 Investigators shows Officer Mohamed Noor in action during another incident that is part of a current lawsuit in federal court.
Klobuchar and veteran's family raise awareness of potential military health risk
A grieving metro area family is teaming up with Senator Amy Klobuchar to bring attention to a potentially dangerous health risk facing some recent veterans.
A grieving metro area family is teaming up with Senator Amy Klobuchar to bring attention to a potentially dangerous health risk facing some recent veterans.
Experts: Expect a tough flu season
The flu season is just around the corner and this year's prognosis doesn't look good. Experts are saying this season may be worse than last.
The flu season is just around the corner and this year's prognosis doesn't look good. Experts are saying this season may be worse than last.
Minnesota jails tackling mental health issue
The Ramsey County Sheriff said today one-third to maybe even two-thirds of the inmates at the jail could be mentally ill, but how to help those inmates continues to be an important an ongoing discussion.
The Ramsey County Sheriff said today one-third to maybe even two-thirds of the inmates at the jail could be mentally ill, but how to help those inmates continues to be an important an ongoing discussion.
Study: Mugs left at the office may contain fecal matter
You may want to switch to disposable paper cups in the workplace after you hear this story. A new study out says 90-percent of mugs in office kitchens are coated in germs. And 20-percent of those cups actually carry fecal matter!
You may want to switch to disposable paper cups in the workplace after you hear this story. A new study out says 90-percent of mugs in office kitchens are coated in germs. And 20-percent of those cups actually carry fecal matter!
Walk For Thought kicks off this weekend
Walk For Thought kicks off this weekend to raise awareness about brain injuries.
Walk For Thought kicks off this weekend to raise awareness about brain injuries.
Pediatricians offer first advice on teen tattoos, piercings
The mainstreaming of tattoos and body piercings among teenagers has spurred the American Academy of Pediatrics to publish its first clinical report on body modifications in teens. The report suggests that teens do some research before getting a tattoo, and details possible medical complications, which, while uncommon, should be discussed with a pediatrician.
The mainstreaming of tattoos and body piercings among teenagers has spurred the American Academy of Pediatrics to publish its first clinical report on body modifications in teens. The report suggests that teens do some research before getting a tattoo, and details possible medical complications, which, while uncommon, should be discussed with a pediatrician.