Midlife TV binging linked to smaller brain structures, especially in men
The study found that the key parts of the brains of people who told researchers they watched TV "very often" during their midlife years were found to have smaller structures.
The study found that the key parts of the brains of people who told researchers they watched TV "very often" during their midlife years were found to have smaller structures.
‘Great Dragons’ represent Minnesota women
The Dragon Divas breast cancer support group from St. Paul are preparing for an international dragon boat festival in August, representing Minnesota at a global event that highlights the sport’s physical and emotional benefits.
The Dragon Divas breast cancer support group from St. Paul are preparing for an international dragon boat festival in August, representing Minnesota at a global event that highlights the sport’s physical and emotional benefits.
St. Paul's Dragon Divas: How dragon boat racing became medicine for breast cancer survivors
A local dragon boat racing team is making waves as they get ready to compete on the international stage.
A local dragon boat racing team is making waves as they get ready to compete on the international stage.
Stillwater hospital fined over $15K for improperly disposing of infectious waste
The Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA) fined Lakeview Memorial Hospital in Stillwater over $15,000 for improper disposing of infectious waste after an investigation found the hospital failed to separate items contaminated with blood.
The Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA) fined Lakeview Memorial Hospital in Stillwater over $15,000 for improper disposing of infectious waste after an investigation found the hospital failed to separate items contaminated with blood.
Trump says ‘fat drug’ prices decrease with TrumpRX
Outlining the prices for medications paid by Americans, including for GLP-1 products or “the fat drug,” Trump said on Wednesday that the new TrumpRX platform could reduce prices by 90% for some prescriptions.
Outlining the prices for medications paid by Americans, including for GLP-1 products or “the fat drug,” Trump said on Wednesday that the new TrumpRX platform could reduce prices by 90% for some prescriptions.
Novo Nordisk sues rival drugmaker Eli Lilly over GLP-1 ads
Novo Nordisk is suing Eli Lilly over its GLP-1 ads, accusing the rival drugmaker of false advertising for claiming Lilly’s Mounjaro and Zepbound outperform Novo’s Ozempic and Wegovy.
Novo Nordisk is suing Eli Lilly over its GLP-1 ads, accusing the rival drugmaker of false advertising for claiming Lilly’s Mounjaro and Zepbound outperform Novo’s Ozempic and Wegovy.
Minnesota 988 mental health lifeline calls triple since 2022 launch
More Minnesotans are reaching out for mental health support, as the 988 Minnesota Lifeline's latest data shows that calls and texts to its lifeline continue to climb since its launch.
More Minnesotans are reaching out for mental health support, as the 988 Minnesota Lifeline's latest data shows that calls and texts to its lifeline continue to climb since its launch.
Allergy medication recall: Cetirizine tablets pulled over contamination risk
Unique Pharmaceutical Laboratories is voluntarily recalling four nationwide lots of Cetirizine Hydrochloride Tablets USP 5 mg after discovering the allergy medication may be cross-contaminated with ranitidine, according to the FDA.
Unique Pharmaceutical Laboratories is voluntarily recalling four nationwide lots of Cetirizine Hydrochloride Tablets USP 5 mg after discovering the allergy medication may be cross-contaminated with ranitidine, according to the FDA.
CDC: Cyclosporiasis outbreak grows to 4,100 cases, 7,500 more unconfirmed
U.S. health officials say they now have 4,173 laboratory-confirmed cases of cyclosporiasis that have been reported since May 1, as investigators continue a multistate investigation into an outbreak linked to iceberg lettuce distributed by Taylor Farms.
U.S. health officials say they now have 4,173 laboratory-confirmed cases of cyclosporiasis that have been reported since May 1, as investigators continue a multistate investigation into an outbreak linked to iceberg lettuce distributed by Taylor Farms.
FDA investigating 5 clusters of cyclosporiasis cases
The FDA says it's standing by its initial warning for some Taco Bell customers, despite walking back a key lab finding in the nationwide cyclosporiasis outbreak. FOX's Sarah Alegre has more from Houston.
The FDA says it's standing by its initial warning for some Taco Bell customers, despite walking back a key lab finding in the nationwide cyclosporiasis outbreak. FOX's Sarah Alegre has more from Houston.
Disabled woman’s wheelchair van destroyed by fire
Donations are helping one family manage unexpected expenses after a fire destroyed a wheelchair-accessible van, making getting around much harder for a Bloomington woman and her caretaker.
Donations are helping one family manage unexpected expenses after a fire destroyed a wheelchair-accessible van, making getting around much harder for a Bloomington woman and her caretaker.
New Alzheimer's test bringing earlier diagnosis, earlier treatment
New research on the efficacy of recently launched Alzheimer's disease blood test points to major progress according to a Mayo Clinic neurologist. He says the tests are leading to higher early diagnosis rates and more early treatment, which could save lives in the long run.
New research on the efficacy of recently launched Alzheimer's disease blood test points to major progress according to a Mayo Clinic neurologist. He says the tests are leading to higher early diagnosis rates and more early treatment, which could save lives in the long run.
Five cups of coffee a day okay for most, may benefit heart health: study
A recent study implies that adding a bit more caffeine to your routine might offer protective benefits against heart disease and stroke. But researchers stress a critical caveat that determines whether the extra boost is good for you.
A recent study implies that adding a bit more caffeine to your routine might offer protective benefits against heart disease and stroke. But researchers stress a critical caveat that determines whether the extra boost is good for you.
FDA to continue cyclosporiasis investigation as restaurant traffic declines
Federal officials continue to probe a cyclospora outbreak as several national restaurant chains are impacted financially with some reporting noticeable drops in customer foot traffic.
Federal officials continue to probe a cyclospora outbreak as several national restaurant chains are impacted financially with some reporting noticeable drops in customer foot traffic.
Why the US cyclospora outbreak is difficult to trace
Federal investigators say the cyclospora parasite behind the suspected illnesses of thousands of Americans has been unusually difficult to trace. Experts say it does not leave behind any culturable samples and no genetic fingerprints, which forces officials to rely almost exclusively on patient interviews instead of lab confirmation.
Federal investigators say the cyclospora parasite behind the suspected illnesses of thousands of Americans has been unusually difficult to trace. Experts say it does not leave behind any culturable samples and no genetic fingerprints, which forces officials to rely almost exclusively on patient interviews instead of lab confirmation.
Millions warned that popular summer fruit can seriously interfere with medications
Amid this summer's sweltering temperatures, many people are finding relief by sipping fruity cocktails and smoothies or drinking fruit juices.
Amid this summer's sweltering temperatures, many people are finding relief by sipping fruity cocktails and smoothies or drinking fruit juices.
An avocado a day reduces bad cholesterol particles, heart disease risk in adults with obesity, study says
A Penn State study found eating one avocado a day may lower a key heart disease risk factor in adults with obesity.
A Penn State study found eating one avocado a day may lower a key heart disease risk factor in adults with obesity.
Dr Oz reveals the healthy retirement habit that could make America $1 trillion richer
The key to improving Americans' health is reducing healthcare costs while helping people stay active and productive for longer, CMS Administrator Dr. Mehmet Oz told Fox News Digital.
The key to improving Americans' health is reducing healthcare costs while helping people stay active and productive for longer, CMS Administrator Dr. Mehmet Oz told Fox News Digital.
Taylor Farms cyclospora finding was a false positive, FDA says
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration is now saying the samples of lettuce that were collected from Taylor Farms that were linked to an outbreak of cyclospora, should be considered a false positive.
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration is now saying the samples of lettuce that were collected from Taylor Farms that were linked to an outbreak of cyclospora, should be considered a false positive.
Dan Zimmerman hosting 'Spokes Fighting Strokes' bike clinics
This week, stroke survivors who used to spend a lot of time on a bicycle will get the chance to ride a bike again. For a week starting on Wednesday, Dan Zimmerman and "Spokes Fighting Strokes" will be hosting daily clinics for people living with mobility challenges. you can learn more about the event at https://www.spokesfightingstrokes.org/
This week, stroke survivors who used to spend a lot of time on a bicycle will get the chance to ride a bike again. For a week starting on Wednesday, Dan Zimmerman and "Spokes Fighting Strokes" will be hosting daily clinics for people living with mobility challenges. you can learn more about the event at https://www.spokesfightingstrokes.org/