Health

Mayo Clinic researchers have just been awarded a new federal grant to start an investigation of an experimental drug on patients with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, or ALS, also known as Lou Gehrig’s disease.

Researchers said the study is a good jumping off point to improve the world’s understanding of what outside factors cause breast cancer and how to better prevent exposure.

A new study by WalletHub reveals the best cities for women in 2024 based on economic, health, and safety factors.

The latest Cancer Progress Report reveals a 33% decline in U.S. cancer deaths since 1991, but also highlights the lesser-known cancer risk posed by alcohol consumption.

A new study recently found evidence for widespread human exposure to food contact chemicals (FCCs) through food packaging items.

A bartender known for her tacos at a bar in the Mendota Heights area has impacted many with her special recipe. But now those who enjoyed her fresh food and service are coming together after she was diagnosed with Stage 1 Breast Cancer.

The main psychedelic mushrooms are still not legal, but that doesn’t mean there’s no magic to their mushrooms.

Researchers in Brazil found evidence of microplastics in the brain tissue of human cadavers.

After two Minnesota athletes lost their lives while competing in marathons and the Twin Cities Marathon right around the corner, a physical therapist weighs in on the rarity of those deaths and offers helpful safety tips for runners. 

Health experts and scientists around the world are sharing thoughts on what they believe will be the next dominant COVID variant to watch for this fall - XEC.

More than 39 million people globally could die from superbugs that are resistant to widely-used medications by 2050, according to a new study.

The Minnesota Department of Health reports that more than 100,000 Minnesotans suffer from brain injury related disabilities. Each brain injury is unique and each survivor’s recovery is different.

A recent study reveals that 4 out of 5 parents transition their children out of booster seats too early, raising safety concerns. Find out the recommendations for child car seat safety and how to protect young passengers.

Instagram will automatically put teens in private accounts that come with more restrictions. Here’s what parents should know about these new, so-called “teen accounts.”

The FDA is considering food labels to help consumers identify products with unhealthy ingredients, but some experts wonder if this is enough to help in the fight of high obesity rates in the U.S.

Elevated levels of lead were found in 12 of 36 cinnamon and spice mixture brands tested by Consumer Reports.