University of Minnesota, Fairview reach 10-year deal after lengthy negotiations

After years of negotiations, a new agreement between the University of Minnesota and Fairview Health Services marks a turning point for academic medicine and health care in the state.

New Medicaid facility planned in Minnesota
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A new recuperative care facility says patients have flooded it with calls since the state dropped thousands of Medicaid providers last week in an effort to root out fraud and avoid losing federal funding. FOX 9’s Mike Manzoni offers an inside look at the planned facility in Minneapolis.

Popular summer destination ravaged by Lyme disease bets on radical new solution

MIT researchers are exploring a new strategy that may help reduce Lyme disease in a well-known summer travel destination. Here's what they're doing.

House votes to cut funding for WIC, program that feeds pregnant women and children

The House has advanced a budget bill that cuts $200 million in funding for WIC, a program that provides healthy foods to millions of pregnant women, new moms and their young children.

Target baby wipes recalled for serious bacteria risk

FDA testing found a potentially dangerous bacteria in samples of various Up & Up baby wipes after Target and the manufacturer received complaints.

How to find a new Medicaid provider in Minnesota
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More than 3,000 Medicaid providers were dropped in Minnesota after a state review, and finding a new provider could prove challenging for some. FOX 9’s Mike Manzoni explains how to improve your odds of getting coverage.

Minnesota drops 3,400+ Medicaid providers: How to find a new one

More than 3,000 Medicaid providers were dropped in Minnesota after a state review, and finding a new provider could prove challenging for some.

Treating the symptoms of menopause
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Less woman are using hormone therapy to treat the symptoms of menopause. Dr. Stephanie Faubion with the Mayo Clinic discuss the latest research into why that is. 

2 NIH researchers charged with allegedly smuggling monkeypox into the US

Two National Institutes of Health (NIH) researchers were arrested and charged for allegedly smuggling monkeypox into the U.S. and lying to border officials.

MN Medicaid providers revalidation limbo
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A deadline for Minnesota Medicaid service providers to revalidate their services for federal funding has now come and gone. FOX 9’s Corin Hoggard explains what it could mean for some.

Cigarette smoking rates in US hit historic low among adults

Smoking rates among adults dropped to a substantial low, with only a small percentage of adults admitting they are active smokers.

Trump backs HHS plan to reduce recommended childhood vaccines

President Donald Trump recently signed an executive order for federal agencies to coordinate their guidance with a Department of Health and Human Services study, which recommends vaccinating all children against multiple diseases.