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Twin Cities saunagoers heat up in intense German 'aufguss' wellness ritual
This sauna experience combines high heat (like a Finnish sauna) with lots of steam (like a Russian banya), with some aromatherapy mixed in.
Science
Feral monkeys carrying potential fatal virus may double by 2022
The CDC issued a warning that officials should work on plans to limit the transmission of McHV-1.
Local
Afraid of losing federal funding, more Minn. suburbs plan to comply with ADA
Officials say they're drawing up "ADA transition plans" to ensure better accessibility with streets, sidewalks and intersections.
Local
For Jayme Closs, the healing process is just beginning
It's likely to be a long, difficult process, but one where healing is possible, mental health professionals and survivors of childhood trauma say.
Science
More Americans feel lonely, but here's what you can do about it
Three-fourths of Americans experience moderate to high levels of loneliness, said a study from the University of California, San Diego.
Inspired
Thousands of Twin Cities kids getting free vision screenings thanks to caring collaboration
ChildSight Minnesota and Phillips Eye Institute join forces to make sure that Twin Cities kids succeed.
US flu season poised to be milder than last year's harsh one
It's early, but the current flu season is shaping up to be gentler than last winter's unusually brutal one, U.S. health officials said.
Science
Music therapy offers kids a way to connect and learn
Rooted in science, music therapy offers a different way to connect.
Science
Blood pressure treatment in elderly women doesn't increase fall risk
New national research, led by Dr. Karen Margolis of the HealthPartners Institute in Bloomington, defied conventional medical wisdom.
Science
Why the U.S. remains the world's most expensive market for 'biologic' drugs
Unlike in Europe, the medicines face little competition here, which is why Americans pay more.
Local
Minn. legislator proposes ban on therapy aimed at changing sexual orientation
Democratic Rep. Hunter Cantrell of Savage is reviving the proposed ban in the state House. Gov. Tim Walz backs the proposal.
Local
Minnesota foundation created after tobacco lawsuit settlement announces grant recipients
The Ciresi Walburn Foundation was renamed this year to recognize the lawyers involved in the case.
Business
Affordable Care Act's fate worries many in Minn.
Breadth of 2010 health care law means many will be affected if it's struck down in the courts.
Science
Sleep disorders may affect women's health earlier than men's
Women with the same disorders may be at greater risk of health problems than previously thought.
Science
Life insurance based on genetic profiles to be sold in downtown Minneapolis skyway
The YouSurance storefront will open Monday, Jan. 14, in the U.S. Bank Building, selling policies that will vary in cost by individual genetic profiles.
Local
Plan explores broadening sex trafficking law to cover victims of all ages
The state's current Safe Harbor law focuses primarily on young victims.
Inspired
New Fairview program brings mental health professionals to the workplace
Rene Coult-Calendine of Fairview Health shares the program's goals and her hope for a new way to talk about overall well-being.
Variety
Noise pollution makes the sound of silence more elusive
Humans — and the wildlife that surrounds us — are feeling the effects of noise pollution.
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