Uncontrolled high blood pressure impacts millions
A new World Health Organization report sheds light on uncontrolled high blood pressure around the world. Hypertension is known as the silent killer, and health experts say this is a growing public health problem.
A new World Health Organization report sheds light on uncontrolled high blood pressure around the world. Hypertension is known as the silent killer, and health experts say this is a growing public health problem.
Allina Health, Mayo Clinic to close facilities in Minnesota
Allina Health and Mayo Clinic have announced clinic closures in recent weeks, decisions prompted by several factors, including financial woes and consolidation.
Allina Health and Mayo Clinic have announced clinic closures in recent weeks, decisions prompted by several factors, including financial woes and consolidation.
St. Paul's United Pain Center closure leaves patients without specialized care
Patients are still reeling from the closure of the United Pain Center in St. Paul.
Patients are still reeling from the closure of the United Pain Center in St. Paul.
Hennepin Healthcare management changes
The Hennepin County Board of Commissioners voted on Tuesday to take control of the Hennepin County Medical Center's overseeing body amid a financial crisis for the healthcare center. FOX 9?s Soyoung Kim is live with the latest.
The Hennepin County Board of Commissioners voted on Tuesday to take control of the Hennepin County Medical Center's overseeing body amid a financial crisis for the healthcare center. FOX 9?s Soyoung Kim is live with the latest.
Lakeville baby supported by community ahead of heart surgery
The Lakeville community is rallying in support of a 7-month-old infant preparing for the fight of his life.
The Lakeville community is rallying in support of a 7-month-old infant preparing for the fight of his life.
Minnesota hospitals named among the best in the nation: US News ranking
Twelve hospitals in Minnesota have been named among the Best Regional Hospitals in the United States.
Twelve hospitals in Minnesota have been named among the Best Regional Hospitals in the United States.
Hennepin Healthcare financial struggles mount with rising costs
One of the state’s biggest hospitals is in dire financial straits, as rising supply costs have pushed the hospital system to its brink.
One of the state’s biggest hospitals is in dire financial straits, as rising supply costs have pushed the hospital system to its brink.
UnitedHealth Group admits it's under a federal investigation
In a statement, UnitedHealth Group admitted it faces a criminal and civil investigation by the Department of Justice into its Medicare program. The disclosure comes two months after the company dismissed a WSJ report about the investigation.
In a statement, UnitedHealth Group admitted it faces a criminal and civil investigation by the Department of Justice into its Medicare program. The disclosure comes two months after the company dismissed a WSJ report about the investigation.
Victoria family raises money for toddler with Cerebral Palsy: 'We'll keep fighting'
A couple from Victoria, Minnesota, are fighting to give their son a brighter future after being born with complications at just 27 weeks old.
A couple from Victoria, Minnesota, are fighting to give their son a brighter future after being born with complications at just 27 weeks old.
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Healthcare union calls for investigation into HCMC [RAW]
Union members with AFSCME Local 2474 called for an independent investigation into the workplace culture, disciplinary practices, and leadership accountability at Hennepin County Medical Center during a Thursday afternoon press conference.
Union members with AFSCME Local 2474 called for an independent investigation into the workplace culture, disciplinary practices, and leadership accountability at Hennepin County Medical Center during a Thursday afternoon press conference.
New FDA-approved Alzheimer’s blood test coming to Mayo Clinic
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has approved the marketing of a new tool that can test a person’s blood to diagnose Alzheimer's disease. The blood test is a groundbreaking development to confirm the disease in patients who are already experiencing cognitive decline.
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has approved the marketing of a new tool that can test a person’s blood to diagnose Alzheimer's disease. The blood test is a groundbreaking development to confirm the disease in patients who are already experiencing cognitive decline.
Allina union doctors hold picket calling for fair contract, better patient care
A recently-formed union for doctors at Allina Health held its first-ever picket on Tuesday morning.
A recently-formed union for doctors at Allina Health held its first-ever picket on Tuesday morning.
Allina union doctors picket for fair contract
Allina Health union doctors held a picket on Tuesday morning to advocate for contracts that ensure better patient care and improved treatment for healthcare workers. The union formed in October 2023 and have still not yet reached a contract agreement. FOX 9's Se Kwon has more on the story.
Allina Health union doctors held a picket on Tuesday morning to advocate for contracts that ensure better patient care and improved treatment for healthcare workers. The union formed in October 2023 and have still not yet reached a contract agreement. FOX 9's Se Kwon has more on the story.
Patient sues Allina Health after surgeon removes wrong organ: Lawsuit
A woman filed a medical malpractice lawsuit against Allina Health and her former surgeon after he reportedly removed a kidney instead of her infected spleen.
A woman filed a medical malpractice lawsuit against Allina Health and her former surgeon after he reportedly removed a kidney instead of her infected spleen.
New guideline declares 'urgent need' for IUD insertion pain relief options
Doctors are being called to offer pain relief options to patients undergoing an intrauterine device (IUD) insertion procedure.
Doctors are being called to offer pain relief options to patients undergoing an intrauterine device (IUD) insertion procedure.
Biden diagnosed with aggressive prostate cancer
Former President Joe Biden has been diagnosed with an aggressive form of prostate cancer. FOX’s Doug Luzader has more on the story.
Former President Joe Biden has been diagnosed with an aggressive form of prostate cancer. FOX’s Doug Luzader has more on the story.
DFL speaks against undocumented migrant healthcare cuts
The Minnesota DFL Progressive Caucus held a news conference after disrupting the governor's budget deal announcement on Thursday morning. They say they will vote against the provision and "fight this to the very end."
The Minnesota DFL Progressive Caucus held a news conference after disrupting the governor's budget deal announcement on Thursday morning. They say they will vote against the provision and "fight this to the very end."
AG Ellison aims to stop pharmacy benefit managers from owning, operating pharmacies
The Minnesota Attorney General's Office blames "horizontal consolidation and vertical integration" for transforming PBMs "from useful administrative service providers into market-dominating behemoths that control the industry."
The Minnesota Attorney General's Office blames "horizontal consolidation and vertical integration" for transforming PBMs "from useful administrative service providers into market-dominating behemoths that control the industry."
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US Sen. Smith speaks against possible Medicaid cuts [RAW]
U.S. Senator Tina Smith visited Gillette Children's Hospital and Clinics in St. Paul to discuss the challenges caregivers and patients could face if GOP lawmakers cut Medicaid.
U.S. Senator Tina Smith visited Gillette Children's Hospital and Clinics in St. Paul to discuss the challenges caregivers and patients could face if GOP lawmakers cut Medicaid.
How AI can help you at the doctor's office
Doctors are starting to use Ambient Listening, an AI technology that listens to conversations between patients and doctors, takes notes and creates a detailed summer of the visit.
Doctors are starting to use Ambient Listening, an AI technology that listens to conversations between patients and doctors, takes notes and creates a detailed summer of the visit.