Dengue fever spreads in spring break locations
As spring break season is underway, the CDC released a warning about a rise in dengue fever cases, including an uptick in U.S. travelers. FOX 9?s Chenue Her has more on the story.
As spring break season is underway, the CDC released a warning about a rise in dengue fever cases, including an uptick in U.S. travelers. FOX 9?s Chenue Her has more on the story.
Family physician ready to go the distance after donating organs to 2 strangers
Sunday will be National Doctors' Day, which recognizes physicians who dedicate their lives to serving others. One doctor in Eagan has gone above and beyond to help those in need of life-saving organs.
Sunday will be National Doctors' Day, which recognizes physicians who dedicate their lives to serving others. One doctor in Eagan has gone above and beyond to help those in need of life-saving organs.
Eagan doctor eyes marathon goals
One doctor in Eagan has gone above and beyond to help those in need of life saving organs, but FOX 9?s Maury Glover explains how he is far from crossing the finish line of his favorite hobby.
One doctor in Eagan has gone above and beyond to help those in need of life saving organs, but FOX 9?s Maury Glover explains how he is far from crossing the finish line of his favorite hobby.
West Virginia becomes 1st state to ban range of food dyes
West Virginia’s governor signed a bill that would first ban food dyes in school meals - and eventually in products that are sold state-wide.
West Virginia’s governor signed a bill that would first ban food dyes in school meals - and eventually in products that are sold state-wide.
Rise in Dengue Fever cases prompts health alert for popular spring break spots
The CDC said that last year, a "record number of dengue cases" were identified in U.S. travelers, an 84% increase compared to 2023.
The CDC said that last year, a "record number of dengue cases" were identified in U.S. travelers, an 84% increase compared to 2023.
Minneapolis data details cost of homeless encampment closures
New data shows Minneapolis closed 17 homeless encampments in the second half of 2024. Officials say several other small encampments were shut down this year as neighbors worry about safety and livability issues in the surrounding areas.
New data shows Minneapolis closed 17 homeless encampments in the second half of 2024. Officials say several other small encampments were shut down this year as neighbors worry about safety and livability issues in the surrounding areas.
Paramedic honored for creating mental health support program
The Minnesota Ambulance Association honored more than 25 EMS professionals at an award ceremony on Tuesday, one of which is credited with supporting mental health after their own traumatic experience.
The Minnesota Ambulance Association honored more than 25 EMS professionals at an award ceremony on Tuesday, one of which is credited with supporting mental health after their own traumatic experience.
Buffalo splash pad inspired by boy's death from brain tumor
When life gives you a rainy day, play in the puddles. That's exactly what little Andrew Haggenmiller did in his short life.
When life gives you a rainy day, play in the puddles. That's exactly what little Andrew Haggenmiller did in his short life.
Buffalo community building tribute to local boy
The Buffalo community is coming together to build a splash pad to honor a local boy who died from a brain tumor. FOX 9's Mary McGuire has the story.
The Buffalo community is coming together to build a splash pad to honor a local boy who died from a brain tumor. FOX 9's Mary McGuire has the story.
Dr. Michael Osterholm reflects on COVID-19 outbreak: 5 years later
Dr. Michael Osterholm is a world-renowned epidemiologist at the University of Minnesota. He sounded the warning alarms in January 2020 about the dangers of COVID-19 and recalls he was initially met with some opposition from colleagues.
Dr. Michael Osterholm is a world-renowned epidemiologist at the University of Minnesota. He sounded the warning alarms in January 2020 about the dangers of COVID-19 and recalls he was initially met with some opposition from colleagues.
Smitten Kitten in Minneapolis saves woman from overdose with Narcan
Smitten Kitten, an adult gift shop on Lake Street in the LynLake neighborhood of Minneapolis, is being praised for saving a woman’s life outside their doors this week.
Smitten Kitten, an adult gift shop on Lake Street in the LynLake neighborhood of Minneapolis, is being praised for saving a woman’s life outside their doors this week.
Bird flu solution: Vaccinate chickens or slaughter every infected flock?
Vaccines could be a way to suppress bird flu in the U.S. and avoid the slaughter of millions of chickens amid the rising price of eggs. But there are some concerns, too. Here's what to know.
Vaccines could be a way to suppress bird flu in the U.S. and avoid the slaughter of millions of chickens amid the rising price of eggs. But there are some concerns, too. Here's what to know.
RFK Jr. seeks to eliminate FDA’s GRAS 'loophole' to improve food ingredient safety
The Health and Human Services secretary is pushing to change a program that allows companies to add untested ingredients to food.
The Health and Human Services secretary is pushing to change a program that allows companies to add untested ingredients to food.
'Ditch the switch’ bills introduced to end Daylight Saving Time
This could be your last “spring forward" if some Minnesota legislators have their way.
This could be your last “spring forward" if some Minnesota legislators have their way.
HHS responds to reports CDC will study refuted vaccine, autism link
The Department of Health and Human Services, headed by RFK Jr., is responding to reports that the CDC will begin researching the widely refuted theory that links autism to vaccines.
The Department of Health and Human Services, headed by RFK Jr., is responding to reports that the CDC will begin researching the widely refuted theory that links autism to vaccines.
These are the happiest cities in America, according to a new study
A new study shows that location can play a significant role in shaping happiness.
A new study shows that location can play a significant role in shaping happiness.
Measles case in Maryland traced to traveler at Dulles Airport
Health officials in Maryland confirmed Sunday that a Howard County resident has tested positive for measles after traveling internationally.
Health officials in Maryland confirmed Sunday that a Howard County resident has tested positive for measles after traveling internationally.
Some synthetic hair brands contain carcinogens, lead, other harmful chemicals, study finds
Ten synthetic hair products were tested during the study and several of them tested positive for harmful chemicals such as benzene, which has shown to increase the risk of cancer.
Ten synthetic hair products were tested during the study and several of them tested positive for harmful chemicals such as benzene, which has shown to increase the risk of cancer.
Americans borrowed $74 billion to cover medical bills in 2024, study finds
Millions of Americans admit that paying for health care expenses often means going into debt based on findings in a recent study.
Millions of Americans admit that paying for health care expenses often means going into debt based on findings in a recent study.
What is hantavirus pulmonary syndrome?
The cause of death for Betsy Arakawa, actor Gene Hackman's wife, was revealed to be hantavirus pulmonary syndrome, a rare infectious disease.
The cause of death for Betsy Arakawa, actor Gene Hackman's wife, was revealed to be hantavirus pulmonary syndrome, a rare infectious disease.