Thyroid tablets recalled because they may be ‘superpotent’
A thyroid medicine was recently recalled over fears that it could be superpotent and end up triggering other side effects.
A thyroid medicine was recently recalled over fears that it could be superpotent and end up triggering other side effects.
Regions Hospital EMS shares State Fair safety tips
The Great Minnesota Get-Together is almost here. In just two days, the gates will open at the Minnesota State Fair and nearly two million of us will pack the fairgrounds for food, rides and animals. Dr. Nick Maleska with Regions Hospital joined FOX 9 News at 5 for tips on staying safe at the fair.
The Great Minnesota Get-Together is almost here. In just two days, the gates will open at the Minnesota State Fair and nearly two million of us will pack the fairgrounds for food, rides and animals. Dr. Nick Maleska with Regions Hospital joined FOX 9 News at 5 for tips on staying safe at the fair.
Impending lawsuits over salmonella outbreak
Two Wisconsin consumers plan to sue as one food safety attorney is questioning how a south Minneapolis sprouts distributor was still operating after federal inspectors found “serious violations” less than two years before a nationwide salmonella and E. coli outbreak. FOX 9’s Mike Manzoni has the latest.
Two Wisconsin consumers plan to sue as one food safety attorney is questioning how a south Minneapolis sprouts distributor was still operating after federal inspectors found “serious violations” less than two years before a nationwide salmonella and E. coli outbreak. FOX 9’s Mike Manzoni has the latest.
Popular erectile dysfunction drug linked to eye disease that can cause irreversible vision loss
Men taking the erectile dysfunction and enlarged prostate drug were 33% more likely to develop primary open-angle glaucoma, according to a recent study.
Men taking the erectile dysfunction and enlarged prostate drug were 33% more likely to develop primary open-angle glaucoma, according to a recent study.
Is your smartphone making your kid dumber? What a new study found
A new study suggests your smartphone use could play a role in how children develop vocabulary skills.
A new study suggests your smartphone use could play a role in how children develop vocabulary skills.
Louisiana girl dies after contracting suspected brain-eating amoeba
An 8-year-old Louisiana girl died over the weekend from an infection linked to a brain-eating amoeba that health officials believe was contracted from swimming in a lake.
An 8-year-old Louisiana girl died over the weekend from an infection linked to a brain-eating amoeba that health officials believe was contracted from swimming in a lake.
‘Poop pills’ may point to new peanut allergy treatment, study finds
Researchers at Boston Children’s Hospital hope new research involving fecal transplants will help them find a permanent treatment for potentially deadly food allergies.
Researchers at Boston Children’s Hospital hope new research involving fecal transplants will help them find a permanent treatment for potentially deadly food allergies.
Alfalfa sprouts linked to E. coli, Salmonella outbreaks recalled after CDC warning
A recall has been issued for alfalfa sprouts linked to E. coli and Salmonella outbreaks that are blamed for at least 55 illnesses in 15 states.
A recall has been issued for alfalfa sprouts linked to E. coli and Salmonella outbreaks that are blamed for at least 55 illnesses in 15 states.
Green-enriched light provides new hope for migraine sufferers and everyday benefits
New research may offer a bit of hope for those whose lives are disrupted by migraine headaches, and the solution may already be in doctors’ offices. Not only that, the benefits may extend to everyone in their daily lives.
New research may offer a bit of hope for those whose lives are disrupted by migraine headaches, and the solution may already be in doctors’ offices. Not only that, the benefits may extend to everyone in their daily lives.
CDC links multistate E. coli and salmonella outbreak to alfalfa sprouts
A multistate E. coli and salmonella outbreak linked to alfalfa sprouts has sickened 55 people, prompting a warning from health officials.
A multistate E. coli and salmonella outbreak linked to alfalfa sprouts has sickened 55 people, prompting a warning from health officials.
What to know about ‘flesh-eating’ bacteria in the Gulf
Health officials warn of a potentially deadly bacteria lurking in warm coastal waters. Here’s the symptoms and who’s most at risk.
Health officials warn of a potentially deadly bacteria lurking in warm coastal waters. Here’s the symptoms and who’s most at risk.
Frozen blueberry recall: Possible E. coli contamination among dozens of food recalls
Food recalls are piling up, and the latest one hits close to the freezer aisle. Frozen blueberries are at the center of the newest recall over possible E. coli contamination — but they're far from alone.
Food recalls are piling up, and the latest one hits close to the freezer aisle. Frozen blueberries are at the center of the newest recall over possible E. coli contamination — but they're far from alone.
Minnesota teacher calls for statewide bell-to-bell cell phone ban in schools
New research suggests stricter cell phone policies in schools are improving student mental health and teacher satisfaction. A Minnesota high school teacher is pushing for a statewide bell-to-bell ban, comparing the issue to a public health crisis. FOX 9's Corin Hoggard has more.
New research suggests stricter cell phone policies in schools are improving student mental health and teacher satisfaction. A Minnesota high school teacher is pushing for a statewide bell-to-bell ban, comparing the issue to a public health crisis. FOX 9's Corin Hoggard has more.
Minnesota, Wisconsin link E. coli and salmonella cases to alfalfa sprouts
Alfalfa sprouts sold under two brand names are being linked to a growing multistate outbreak of E. coli and Salmonella infections across Minnesota and Wisconsin.
Alfalfa sprouts sold under two brand names are being linked to a growing multistate outbreak of E. coli and Salmonella infections across Minnesota and Wisconsin.
FDA authorizes robotic blood draw device: ‘First-of-its-kind’
A first-of-its-kind robotic device can now autonomously draw blood from patients, following authorization from the FDA. Here’s how it works.
A first-of-its-kind robotic device can now autonomously draw blood from patients, following authorization from the FDA. Here’s how it works.
Cancer risk may be higher for people with one particular type of job
People who fly for a living could face a higher risk of certain types of cancers, a new Harvard study suggests.
People who fly for a living could face a higher risk of certain types of cancers, a new Harvard study suggests.
Moderna cancer vaccine cuts melanoma risk in breakthrough trial, shares surge 160%
Moderna and Merck reported promising late-stage trial results for their personalized mRNA cancer vaccine, which lowered the risk of melanoma.
Moderna and Merck reported promising late-stage trial results for their personalized mRNA cancer vaccine, which lowered the risk of melanoma.
CDC reporting nearly 16,000 total cyclosporiasis cases
Health officials are investigating multiple clusters of a nationwide Cyclospora outbreak that has sickened thousands and sent hundreds of people to the hospital.
Health officials are investigating multiple clusters of a nationwide Cyclospora outbreak that has sickened thousands and sent hundreds of people to the hospital.
Popular daily drinking habit could nearly triple risk of stomach cancer, major study finds
A popular daily drinking habit could be linked to a significantly higher risk of stomach cancer, according to a new study from Mass General Brigham.
A popular daily drinking habit could be linked to a significantly higher risk of stomach cancer, according to a new study from Mass General Brigham.
Wisconsin measles cases reach 36, more than doubling in past week
The Wisconsin Department of Health Services has now confirmed 36 measles cases as of Tuesday. This is a jump up from 15 cases last Thursday.
The Wisconsin Department of Health Services has now confirmed 36 measles cases as of Tuesday. This is a jump up from 15 cases last Thursday.