Tuesday, November 24, 2009
In a sign that vaccine shortages might be easing, the Minnesota Department of Health is expected to announce Tuesday that it is expanding the number of high-risk target groups eligible for H1N1 immunizations.
Air-pollution levels raise concern in the Twin Cities and Rochester
A jury in Philadelphia has ordered Wyeth Pharmaceuticals to pay a woman $75 million in punitive damages after finding a link between her breast cancer and a hormone-replacement drug.
The health care bill's fate in the Senate seems to hinge on whether to offer a government-run insurance plan.
Colleges are straining to help young people who are struggling with depression and mental health issues.
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Athletic consultations range from bike fittings to neuromuscular massage at the Fix Studio, where tools often reserved for Olympians are available to anyone.
Sweat Equity: Dee DePass
Small changes in diet and exercise can make a big difference in your cholesterol level.
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Health care rally in Washington, D.C.Thousands of conservative protesters descended on the U.S. Capitol on Thursday, heeding the call of Minnesota Republican Michele Bachmann to show their anger at what they see as a government takeover of health care.
James Lileks gives you tips on what to do when you get the flu.
Aimee Blanchette talks with medical reporter Josephine Marcotty about the number of people waiting for kidneys and the issues they face.
James Lileks tries to make an informative flu video, and ends up being chased by a raging mob.
How Twin Cities clinics are responding to the flood of flu patients.
James Lileks talks with Star Tribune reporter Paul Walsh about how the city of Minneapolis plans to cope in the event of a flu pandemic. Not only is Minnesota’s largest city planning for how to keep municipal services operating, but health officials are also trying to determine how vaccines will be distributed in the event of a shortage or if citizens can’t afford them.
Star Tribune reporter, Chen May Yee traveled to Massachusetts to see if their brand of mandated healthcare works. Is this a plan we could see on a national level?
President Obama: 'Fire it up! Ready to go!'President Obama tells the story of where "Fire it up! Ready to go!" comes from.
Part 3: Obama, "How will you pay for it?"President Obama talks about how and who will fund his health care reform plan.
Part 2: President Obama outlines his reform planPresident Obama outlines his health care reform plan.
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