The debate around end-of-life care in MN
The debate over medical aid in dying has once again hit the Minnesota legislature. We heard from those people involved in the fight on Sunday.
The debate over medical aid in dying has once again hit the Minnesota legislature. We heard from those people involved in the fight on Sunday.
Respiratory illnesses remain 'elevated' throughout much of country: CDC
Respiratory illnesses that include a fever plus a cough or sore throat, causing people to seek medical care, have remained elevated in the last two weeks, the CDC said Friday.
Respiratory illnesses that include a fever plus a cough or sore throat, causing people to seek medical care, have remained elevated in the last two weeks, the CDC said Friday.
Is 'smartphone pinky' real? Doctors weigh in
The indent on your pinky is real, doctors say, but “smartphone pinky" is not.
The indent on your pinky is real, doctors say, but “smartphone pinky" is not.
Minnesota farmer dead after medical emergency in Mexico
A Minnesota farmer was with friends and family when he passed away due to a medical emergency while on vacation in Mexico.
A Minnesota farmer was with friends and family when he passed away due to a medical emergency while on vacation in Mexico.
Risky, outdoor play important for children's wellbeing: Pediatricians
Free play, especially "risky play," is essential for the well-being of children, Canadian pediatricians say.
Free play, especially "risky play," is essential for the well-being of children, Canadian pediatricians say.
?Risky play? good for kids, new study finds
Free play, especially "risky play," is essential for the well-being of children and their development, a new study among Canadian pediatricians says.
Free play, especially "risky play," is essential for the well-being of children and their development, a new study among Canadian pediatricians says.
Aid in dying bill considered in MN legislature
Terminally ill patients could get a doctor?s help to end their lives if the Minnesota legislature passes a bill passed through the House health committee Thursday.
Terminally ill patients could get a doctor?s help to end their lives if the Minnesota legislature passes a bill passed through the House health committee Thursday.
Eating snow 'not worth the risk' of ingesting contaminants, health expert says
One of the reasons why snow should be avoided as a food item involves its role as one of nature’s air filters. Here's why it can be dangerous to eat and some alternatives for kids.
One of the reasons why snow should be avoided as a food item involves its role as one of nature’s air filters. Here's why it can be dangerous to eat and some alternatives for kids.
Blood tests can accurately diagnose Alzheimer's disease: new research
Blood tests are proving to be an accurate and early method to diagnose Alzheimer's disease, new research shows.
Blood tests are proving to be an accurate and early method to diagnose Alzheimer's disease, new research shows.
Can you keep your New Year's resolution? GymBird is offering $5,000 to one lucky contest winner who can
If the participant meets their goals by March 29, the contest money is theirs. But the deal has a catch that some politically-minded hopefuls may find motivating.
If the participant meets their goals by March 29, the contest money is theirs. But the deal has a catch that some politically-minded hopefuls may find motivating.
What is tianeptine? Lawmakers sound the alarm on 'gas station heroin'
Sold at gas stations across the country under names like “ZaZa Red” and “Neptune’s Elixir,” tianeptine use can lead to serious health complications and even death, officials say.
Sold at gas stations across the country under names like “ZaZa Red” and “Neptune’s Elixir,” tianeptine use can lead to serious health complications and even death, officials say.
What you should order at McDonald's, according to nutritionists
By ordering carefully from the menu and not making the fast food chain a regular part of your routine, you can opt for better-for-you alternatives.
By ordering carefully from the menu and not making the fast food chain a regular part of your routine, you can opt for better-for-you alternatives.
Cancer cases increasing in US, but overall deaths decreasing, new research shows
In 2024, over 611,000 deaths from cancer are projected for the US. That’s more than 1,600 deaths from cancer each day, according to the organization.
In 2024, over 611,000 deaths from cancer are projected for the US. That’s more than 1,600 deaths from cancer each day, according to the organization.
Sinus infection turns into emergency brain surgery for MN girl
The 5th grader from Breezy Point was diagnosed with Influenza A just before Christmas. She started to feel better but then things got a lot worse. Several days later, she had a seizure while doing her homework.
The 5th grader from Breezy Point was diagnosed with Influenza A just before Christmas. She started to feel better but then things got a lot worse. Several days later, she had a seizure while doing her homework.
Sinus infection leads to emergency brain surgery
The 5th?grader from Breezy Point was diagnosed with Influenza A just before Christmas. She started to feel better but then things got a lot worse. Several days later, she had a seizure while doing her homework.
The 5th?grader from Breezy Point was diagnosed with Influenza A just before Christmas. She started to feel better but then things got a lot worse. Several days later, she had a seizure while doing her homework.
Colorectal cancer is now leading cause of death among young adults with cancer: new report
Colorectal cancer is now among the leading causes of cancer deaths for young adults, according to a new report from the American Cancer Society (ACS).
Colorectal cancer is now among the leading causes of cancer deaths for young adults, according to a new report from the American Cancer Society (ACS).
Comedian Pauly Shore channels fitness guru Richard Simmons in upcoming short film
Comedian and actor Pauly Shore has fulfilled his desire to portray the legendary fitness personality Richard Simmons in the upcoming short film, "The Court Jester."
Comedian and actor Pauly Shore has fulfilled his desire to portray the legendary fitness personality Richard Simmons in the upcoming short film, "The Court Jester."
Woman fired after pregnancy announcement secures settlement with Blaine employer
After having a job offer rescinded within one hour of telling her employer she was pregnant, a Minnesota woman has received a $22,000 settlement.
After having a job offer rescinded within one hour of telling her employer she was pregnant, a Minnesota woman has received a $22,000 settlement.
Menthol cigarette ban in the US? Here's the latest on the proposed FDA rule
U.S. health regulators are considering banning menthol cigarettes, a long-awaited plan that advocates say could save hundreds of thousands of lives but faced an unexpected delay last year.
U.S. health regulators are considering banning menthol cigarettes, a long-awaited plan that advocates say could save hundreds of thousands of lives but faced an unexpected delay last year.
'Disease X': Scientists creating contingency plan for infectious virus outbreak
Scientists at the World Economic Forum happening this week say they are discussing the hypothetical virus in order to prepare properly for it.
Scientists at the World Economic Forum happening this week say they are discussing the hypothetical virus in order to prepare properly for it.