Birth control pill lawsuit after 111 women get pregnant
More than 100 women who thought they were protected from pregnancy by their birth control pills have filed a lawsuit against the manufacturer. The lawsuit alleges a mistake in some of the packaging led to women taking placebo pills instead of active pills. As a result, 111 women became pregnant and 94 gave birth.
More than 100 women who thought they were protected from pregnancy by their birth control pills have filed a lawsuit against the manufacturer. The lawsuit alleges a mistake in some of the packaging led to women taking placebo pills instead of active pills. As a result, 111 women became pregnant and 94 gave birth.
New eye tracking technology used to detect concussions
New eye tracking technology used as a research tool at Hennepin County Medical Center (HCMC) could lead to a more exact means of diagnosing a traumatic brain injury. It may even represent the first truly useful clinical lab test that would even help monitor recovery from a concussion.
New eye tracking technology used as a research tool at Hennepin County Medical Center (HCMC) could lead to a more exact means of diagnosing a traumatic brain injury. It may even represent the first truly useful clinical lab test that would even help monitor recovery from a concussion.
Mayo Clinic: Single 16-ounce energy drink can increase blood pressure 'significantly'
New research presented by the Mayo Clinic on Monday found that drinking one 16-ounce energy drink can increase blood pressure and stress hormone responses significantly.
New research presented by the Mayo Clinic on Monday found that drinking one 16-ounce energy drink can increase blood pressure and stress hormone responses significantly.
8th grade assignment asks about herpes, one night stand
A New Jersey mother said she was shocked when her eighth-grade son showed her a homework assignment that asked him to consider what he would do if he contracted herpes after drinking and having a one-night stand.
A New Jersey mother said she was shocked when her eighth-grade son showed her a homework assignment that asked him to consider what he would do if he contracted herpes after drinking and having a one-night stand.
52 of 56 sudden unexpected infant deaths in Minnesota due to unsafe sleep environment
A Minnesota Department of Health analysis of sudden unexpected infant deaths (SUIDs) in 2014 found that of the 56 babies who died, 52 were in an unsafe sleep environment, the department confirmed Thursday.
A Minnesota Department of Health analysis of sudden unexpected infant deaths (SUIDs) in 2014 found that of the 56 babies who died, 52 were in an unsafe sleep environment, the department confirmed Thursday.
52 of 56 sudden baby deaths in Minnesota related to sleep environment
A Minnesota Department of Health analysis reveals that 52 of the 56 babies who died suddenly and unexpectedly in 2014 were kept in an unsafe sleep environment.
A Minnesota Department of Health analysis reveals that 52 of the 56 babies who died suddenly and unexpectedly in 2014 were kept in an unsafe sleep environment.
Sugar-free gum being blamed for accidental dog poisonings
A sugar substitute found in sugar-free chewing gum and other foods can make your dog sick and even kill them, a recent Wall Street Journal report stated. Veterinary experts say xylitol is about 100 times as toxic as milk chocolate is to dogs.
A sugar substitute found in sugar-free chewing gum and other foods can make your dog sick and even kill them, a recent Wall Street Journal report stated. Veterinary experts say xylitol is about 100 times as toxic as milk chocolate is to dogs.
WHO: 3.7 billion people have herpes virus
If you are under 50, you likely have been exposed to the herpes virus, according to the World Health Organization . More than 3.7 billion people -- two-thirds of the world's population -- are infected with herpes simplex virus type 1, WHO researchers estimate. HSV-1 usually causes cold sores but it can also cause genital herpes.
If you are under 50, you likely have been exposed to the herpes virus, according to the World Health Organization . More than 3.7 billion people -- two-thirds of the world's population -- are infected with herpes simplex virus type 1, WHO researchers estimate. HSV-1 usually causes cold sores but it can also cause genital herpes.
500 Minnesota districts eating farm-to-school lunches
Students at 1,351 schools across Minnesota are eating nutritious, locally-grown meals through the Farm to School program. At Glen Lake Elementary School in Minnetonka, Minn., students have access to locally-grown produce like butternut squash, radishes and carrots from Riverbend Farm in Delano, Minn.
Students at 1,351 schools across Minnesota are eating nutritious, locally-grown meals through the Farm to School program. At Glen Lake Elementary School in Minnetonka, Minn., students have access to locally-grown produce like butternut squash, radishes and carrots from Riverbend Farm in Delano, Minn.
New guidelines for breast cancer screening
New guidelines for breast cancer screening
New guidelines for breast cancer screening
Medline Recalls Acetaminophen Tablets
Medline Industries issued a nationwide recall of acetaminophen tablets because they could be labeled with the incorrect strength.
Medline Industries issued a nationwide recall of acetaminophen tablets because they could be labeled with the incorrect strength.
Girl, 4, serenades mom battling cancer
A four-year-old girl sang to her mother as a way to inspire her in her battle against cancer. Video of the singing child and crying mother has gone viral.
A four-year-old girl sang to her mother as a way to inspire her in her battle against cancer. Video of the singing child and crying mother has gone viral.
MnVFC flu vaccine delays due to manufacturing problems
The Minnesota Department of Health said some clinics in the state won’t be getting the flu vaccine on time, primarily the federal funded clinics that help poor families.
The Minnesota Department of Health said some clinics in the state won’t be getting the flu vaccine on time, primarily the federal funded clinics that help poor families.
Study: 'Phubbing' is ruining relationships
Researchers at Baylor University say phone snubbing or 'phubbing' is ruining relationships. The act of ignoring someone in a social setting by looking at your phone instead of engaging with the other person
Researchers at Baylor University say phone snubbing or 'phubbing' is ruining relationships. The act of ignoring someone in a social setting by looking at your phone instead of engaging with the other person
MNsure rates going up, but some could pay less
Individual health insurance rates on MNsure will increase 14.2 percent to 49 percent, according to the new rate structure announced Thursday by the Department of Commerce.
Individual health insurance rates on MNsure will increase 14.2 percent to 49 percent, according to the new rate structure announced Thursday by the Department of Commerce.
Minneapolis VA delays surgeries over unidentified substance
The Minneapolis VA Medical Center is postponing surgical procedures after an "unidentified substance" was detected in the hospital’s sterilizing equipment. Some surgeries will continue as scheduled, with VA staff utilizing other sterilizers that were not impacted.
The Minneapolis VA Medical Center is postponing surgical procedures after an "unidentified substance" was detected in the hospital’s sterilizing equipment. Some surgeries will continue as scheduled, with VA staff utilizing other sterilizers that were not impacted.
House OKs GOP bill blocking Planned Parenthood funds
A divided House voted Friday to block Planned Parenthood's federal funds for a year, as Republican leaders labored to keep GOP outrage over abortion from spiraling into an impasse with President Barack Obama that could shut down the government.
A divided House voted Friday to block Planned Parenthood's federal funds for a year, as Republican leaders labored to keep GOP outrage over abortion from spiraling into an impasse with President Barack Obama that could shut down the government.
'Bionic woman' got a new heart, now she needs your help
She jokingly called herself the “bionic woman” because of the high tech pump that was implanted in her heart to keep her alive.
She jokingly called herself the “bionic woman” because of the high tech pump that was implanted in her heart to keep her alive.
Henna tattoo reaction leaves woman swollen, blistered
Henna, temporary tattoo applied for ceremonial rituals for thousands of years, is used all over the world.
Henna, temporary tattoo applied for ceremonial rituals for thousands of years, is used all over the world.
Chipotle linked to 45 salmonella cases in Minnesota
State health officials are investigating an outbreak of Salmonella cases associated with eating at Chipotle restaurants in Minnesota, the Minnesota Department of Health announced Thursday.
State health officials are investigating an outbreak of Salmonella cases associated with eating at Chipotle restaurants in Minnesota, the Minnesota Department of Health announced Thursday.