Whooping cough cases up more than 340% over this time last year
Cases fell sharply during the COVID-19 pandemic, and are back on the rise now. Here's what to know about whooping cough and the Tdap and DTaP vaccines.
Cases fell sharply during the COVID-19 pandemic, and are back on the rise now. Here's what to know about whooping cough and the Tdap and DTaP vaccines.
Whooping cough, measles spreading at fastest rate in years
A couple of contagious viruses are infecting more people in Minnesota than they have in years. Whooping cough and measles are spreading, and hospitals are on alert.
A couple of contagious viruses are infecting more people in Minnesota than they have in years. Whooping cough and measles are spreading, and hospitals are on alert.
83% of Gen Z say they have an unhealthy relationship with their phone, data shows
The BePresent 2024 report reveals that 83% of Gen Z believe they have an unhealthy relationship with their phones, leading to significant mental health impacts, including sleep loss and anxiety.
The BePresent 2024 report reveals that 83% of Gen Z believe they have an unhealthy relationship with their phones, leading to significant mental health impacts, including sleep loss and anxiety.
Minnesota drinking water lead pipe address lookup, maps available
Minnesotans concerned about contamination of their drinking water from the pipes bringing it to their faucet can check the presence of lead pipes in their region using an interactive map.
Minnesotans concerned about contamination of their drinking water from the pipes bringing it to their faucet can check the presence of lead pipes in their region using an interactive map.
‘Unauthorized access’ of health data revealed by Hennepin County
Participants enrolled in several fitness and healthy eating-based challenges might have had some of their registration information accessed by an unauthorized source.
Participants enrolled in several fitness and healthy eating-based challenges might have had some of their registration information accessed by an unauthorized source.
Hopeful marijuana retailers worried Minnesota won’t license until 2026
Minnesota’s marijuana marketplace is moving so slowly, a lot of hopeful retailers don’t expect to get to business until 2026.
Minnesota’s marijuana marketplace is moving so slowly, a lot of hopeful retailers don’t expect to get to business until 2026.
How Minnesota is planning to protect drinking water in the state
The Minnesota Department of Health released a draft of its 10-year roadmap to protect drinking water in the state on Monday.
The Minnesota Department of Health released a draft of its 10-year roadmap to protect drinking water in the state on Monday.
New study finds humanity nearing life expectancy limits
A new study reveals that humanity may be reaching the upper limits of life expectancy, with fewer improvements in longevity despite advances in medical technology and healthcare.
A new study reveals that humanity may be reaching the upper limits of life expectancy, with fewer improvements in longevity despite advances in medical technology and healthcare.
Psychedelic mushrooms recommended for decriminalization in Minnesota
Psychedelic mushrooms will be on the minds of Minnesota state legislators come January. The state’s psychedelic medicine task force agreed Monday to recommend letting people use them without worrying about getting arrested.
Psychedelic mushrooms will be on the minds of Minnesota state legislators come January. The state’s psychedelic medicine task force agreed Monday to recommend letting people use them without worrying about getting arrested.
Is unpasteurized apple cider safe to drink? Here's what the FDA says
Apple cider is a nice treat for the fall season, but there are some health risks linked to consuming unpasteurized drinks. Here's what you need to know.
Apple cider is a nice treat for the fall season, but there are some health risks linked to consuming unpasteurized drinks. Here's what you need to know.
Twin Cities hospitals cancel surgeries amid IV fluid shortage concerns after Hurricane Helene
Amid concerns over a possible IV fluid shortage after Hurricane Helene shut down a medical supply manufacturing plant in North Carolina, hospitals in the Twin Cities are canceling some surgeries to conserve limited stock.
Amid concerns over a possible IV fluid shortage after Hurricane Helene shut down a medical supply manufacturing plant in North Carolina, hospitals in the Twin Cities are canceling some surgeries to conserve limited stock.
Surgeries canceled due to IV fluid shortage concerns
Twin Cities hospitals are canceling some surgeries after Hurricane Helene due to concerns about an IV fluid shortage. FOX 9's Mike Manzoni has more.
Twin Cities hospitals are canceling some surgeries after Hurricane Helene due to concerns about an IV fluid shortage. FOX 9's Mike Manzoni has more.
Air Force cadet's cause of death blamed on rare bacterial infection
Avery Koonce, 19, was found dead at US Air Force Academy in early September.
Avery Koonce, 19, was found dead at US Air Force Academy in early September.
Ultra-processed foods make up 60% of America’s diet, who's at biggest risk
Here are some tips for moving kids away from processed foods.
Here are some tips for moving kids away from processed foods.
2 human cases of bird flu confirmed in California, CDC says — here’s what to know
The two bird flu cases in California bring the total to 16 cases in the U.S. in 2024, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
The two bird flu cases in California bring the total to 16 cases in the U.S. in 2024, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
2024 Twin Cities Marathon this weekend
Thousands of runners are set to hit the pavement this weekend for the Twin Cities Marathon. FOX 9?s Se Kwon is at the Saint Paul RiverCentre with more.
Thousands of runners are set to hit the pavement this weekend for the Twin Cities Marathon. FOX 9?s Se Kwon is at the Saint Paul RiverCentre with more.
MN hospitals prepare for possible IV fluid shortage following Hurricane Helene
Hospitals in the Twin Cities are bracing for a possible IV fluid shortage after Hurricane Helene forced a medical supply manufacturer to close its North Carolina plant.
Hospitals in the Twin Cities are bracing for a possible IV fluid shortage after Hurricane Helene forced a medical supply manufacturer to close its North Carolina plant.
IV bag shortage possibility after Hurricane Helene
Minnesota hospitals are preparing for a possible IV fluid shortage after Hurricane Helene force medical supply manufacturer, Baxter International, to close. FOX 9's Mike Manzoni has the latest.
Minnesota hospitals are preparing for a possible IV fluid shortage after Hurricane Helene force medical supply manufacturer, Baxter International, to close. FOX 9's Mike Manzoni has the latest.
Kindergarten vaccine exemptions reach all-time high
More than 30 states reported lower vaccination rates among kindergartners for the 2023-2024 school year. Here's what that means for your child.
More than 30 states reported lower vaccination rates among kindergartners for the 2023-2024 school year. Here's what that means for your child.
Breast cancer deaths down, but cases up — especially in younger women
A new American Cancer Society report highlights an alarming rise in breast cancer incidence, particularly among younger women and minorities, even as overall death rates continue to decline.
A new American Cancer Society report highlights an alarming rise in breast cancer incidence, particularly among younger women and minorities, even as overall death rates continue to decline.