FDA warns top bakery to stop claiming its foods contain allergens when they don’t
Bimbo Bakeries USA includes popular brands such as Sara Lee, Entenmann’s and Oroweat.
Bimbo Bakeries USA includes popular brands such as Sara Lee, Entenmann’s and Oroweat.
Increased risk of dengue virus in US, CDC warns – here’s what to know
The CDC is warning Americans about an increased dengue virus risk, as cases of the mosquito-borne viral disease hit record numbers worldwide.
The CDC is warning Americans about an increased dengue virus risk, as cases of the mosquito-borne viral disease hit record numbers worldwide.
Rare case of sexually-transmitted 'ringworm' found in California
A rare "ringworm" form of a sexually-transmitted infection (STI) was reported in California.
A rare "ringworm" form of a sexually-transmitted infection (STI) was reported in California.
Body Roundness Index may be better health indicator than BMI, study says
The Body Roundness Index, or BRI, calculates body fat levels using height and waist circumference instead of height and weight.
The Body Roundness Index, or BRI, calculates body fat levels using height and waist circumference instead of height and weight.
Castor oil for weight loss? Experts weigh in on benefits, risks
'The first thing that comes to mind is diarrhea,' said one obesity doctor about certain uses of castor oil.
'The first thing that comes to mind is diarrhea,' said one obesity doctor about certain uses of castor oil.
MN Department of Health seeing uptick in disease that often infects cats
The Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) is warning animal owners about an increase in cases of tularemia, especially among cats.
The Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) is warning animal owners about an increase in cases of tularemia, especially among cats.
Fake Wegovy and Ozempic warnings: What to know
WHO and Eli Lilly has warned consumers to be cautious of counterfeit versions of popular weight-loss and diabetes drugs like Wegovy, Ozempic being sold online.
WHO and Eli Lilly has warned consumers to be cautious of counterfeit versions of popular weight-loss and diabetes drugs like Wegovy, Ozempic being sold online.
Should the US forgive medical debt? Americans sound off in recent poll
Medical debt relief is a higher priority for Americans than student loan forgiveness, a poll revealed.
Medical debt relief is a higher priority for Americans than student loan forgiveness, a poll revealed.
Surgeon General calls for social media warning labels
Research shows teenagers spend nearly five hours a day on social media, and it is taking a toll on their mental health.
Research shows teenagers spend nearly five hours a day on social media, and it is taking a toll on their mental health.
US surgeon general calls for tobacco-style warning label on social media platforms
Warning labels on social media platforms reminding users of its associated mental health harms for adolescents should be required, the U.S. surgeon general said.
Warning labels on social media platforms reminding users of its associated mental health harms for adolescents should be required, the U.S. surgeon general said.
FDA warns some oysters, clams could be contaminated with paralytic shellfish toxins
The tainted seafood was harvested in parts of the Pacific Northwest. Eating these items can cause paralytic shellfish poisoning resulting in symptoms including nausea, shortness of breath, and respiratory paralysis.
The tainted seafood was harvested in parts of the Pacific Northwest. Eating these items can cause paralytic shellfish poisoning resulting in symptoms including nausea, shortness of breath, and respiratory paralysis.
Former Chaska mayor on a mission to get AEDs everywhere
After strangers saved his life one year ago, the former mayor of Chaska has gone on to advocate for more automated external defibrillators (AEDs) in public recreation areas.
After strangers saved his life one year ago, the former mayor of Chaska has gone on to advocate for more automated external defibrillators (AEDs) in public recreation areas.
New Prague woman featured in documentary on living with vitiligo
For Alicia Roufs, growing up with vitiligo meant constantly covering up the white patches of skin that cover 80% to 90% of her body. But she still endured name-calling and worse.
For Alicia Roufs, growing up with vitiligo meant constantly covering up the white patches of skin that cover 80% to 90% of her body. But she still endured name-calling and worse.
New Minneapolis homeless shelter hopes to aid those in need
A new Minneapolis homeless shelter hopes it has a model that can scale up to tackle the issue plaguing some of its residents.
A new Minneapolis homeless shelter hopes it has a model that can scale up to tackle the issue plaguing some of its residents.
Half of Minnesota schools have no student nurse, MDH survey finds
Once a staple of childhood illnesses during the school year, a survey conducted by the Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) found that many school districts in the state are going without a nurse.
Once a staple of childhood illnesses during the school year, a survey conducted by the Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) found that many school districts in the state are going without a nurse.
Oprah recovering from stomach virus, dehydration after cancelling TV appearance
Oprah Winfrey is recovering from a stomach virus and dehydration after canceling a television appearance to promote her next book club selection.
Oprah Winfrey is recovering from a stomach virus and dehydration after canceling a television appearance to promote her next book club selection.
Audit finds up to $200 million in phony Frontline Workers payments
More than $200 million dollars of a $500 million Frontline Worker payment program went to people committing fraud or people with questionable eligibility.
More than $200 million dollars of a $500 million Frontline Worker payment program went to people committing fraud or people with questionable eligibility.
Minnesota nutrition program adds Hy-Vee online shopping availability
Minnesota launched the pilot online ordering project in February at one Hy-Vee store, but has since expanded to most Minnesota Hy-Vee stores that offer online pickup and delivery.
Minnesota launched the pilot online ordering project in February at one Hy-Vee store, but has since expanded to most Minnesota Hy-Vee stores that offer online pickup and delivery.
Just 18% of Americans who need lung cancer screenings get them
A new study found lung cancer screening rates in the U.S. remain low, with just about one in five adults getting their recommended test.
A new study found lung cancer screening rates in the U.S. remain low, with just about one in five adults getting their recommended test.
Alzheimer's drug that can slow disease gets backing from FDA advisers
A closely watched Alzheimer’s drug from Eli Lilly, donanemab, won unanimous backing from FDA advisers on Monday for its ability to slow mild dementia despite risks such as brain swelling and bleeding, setting the stage for its expected approval later this year.
A closely watched Alzheimer’s drug from Eli Lilly, donanemab, won unanimous backing from FDA advisers on Monday for its ability to slow mild dementia despite risks such as brain swelling and bleeding, setting the stage for its expected approval later this year.