Aliveness Project expands services to help Rainbow Health's former clients

Nearly two weeks ago, Rainbow Health announced it would cease operations, leaving thousands of Minnesotans living with HIV up in the air.

Minneapolis installs first NARCAN vending machine to combat opioid crisis

The City of Minneapolis is installing its first-ever naloxone vending machine in an attempt to battle opioid-related deaths in the area.

Frontline worker audit: $200 million in phony payments
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More than $200 million dollars of a $500 million Frontline Worker payment program went to people committing fraud or people with questionable eligibility, a new audit has found.

Rising cases of neck and head cancers
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Experts are seeing an increase in head and neck cancers among younger individuals, even those in their 20s. This year, the American Cancer Society estimates that over 50,000 new cases will be diagnosed, with more than 12,000 lives lost to this terrible disease.

After year on waitlist, MN teen gets new heart
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Courage sometimes hides in small places. For the better part of six months, it?s been living in room 5-686 at St. Marys Hospital.? The name on the door and on the charts inside belongs to Aidden Tilly, a 14-year-old Minnesota boy with draining energy and endless hope.

MN abortion services coverage required by insurance under law proposal

Lawmakers are considering whether to require insurance companies to cover services related to abortion as part of their health care plans for Minnesotans.

MN psychologist helps others with circus therapy
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Dr. Sherry Walling believes the benefits of play, courage, and teamwork are core elements of mental flourishing. FOX 9's Leah Beno shares more about how Dr. Walling is helping others through circus therapy.

Minnesota pharmacist discriminated against woman for denying morning-after pill, court rules

The Minnesota Court of Appeals has ruled that a pharmacist who refused to provide emergency contraceptives to a customer because of his personal beliefs engaged in discrimination.

'Popcorn brain' and social media
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FOX 9 speaks with Dr. Mike about ?popcorn brain?, the effect on your brain when it's constantly being shown information while on social media.

First ever Asian Youth Stethoscope Youth Summit
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Saturday marked the first ever Asian Youth Stethoscope Youth Summit. The summit provided an opportunity for Asian youth to meet Asian doctors and nurses, got some hands on experience.

Delayed ER treatment highlights hospital crowding
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One Minnesota woman's delayed treatment during an ER visit is highlighting a serious problem at hospitals here and across the country.

Mayo Clinic announces $5 billion expansion
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The Mayo Clinic is launching a major expansion project executives hope can transform health care.

RSV, flu cases on rise in Minnesota
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As seasonal gatherings among friends and family begin to rise, Twin Cities pediatricians say so are cases of RSV among Minnesotans.

Slowing down dementia with hearing aids
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A new study suggest using hearing aids slows down the progression of Alzheimer's and dementia. FOX 9's Leah Beno interviews audiologist Dr. Rebecca Younk about the effects of hearings on memory loss in older adults.

Minneapolis, Red Lake land agreement
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Minneapolis will sell Red Lake Nation land in the East Phillips neighborhood for $1 in an effort to curb opioid abuse.

COVID-19 cases rising again
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Although COVID-19 cases are on the rise again, there have been less serious illnesses reported. FOX 9?s Rob Olson explains the latest word from medical professionals.

Prescription drug prices negotiated
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Relief could be on the way for millions of Americans struggling to afford medications after the White House has selected its first round of prescription drugs that it will negotiate Medicare pricing.