Duluth
Duluth teen Nat Hawley's life was short, but her legacy lives on
Fundraising in memory of "Nat" Hawley could expand research of rare cancer that took her life.
Business
FDA releases millions of records of incidents involving medical devices
The previously undisclosed records were filed by device makers from 1999 to April.
Business
FDA panel sees link between paclitaxel devices, patient death risk
Experts worry that its use for blocked leg arteries is linked to patient deaths.
Science
Mutation used on genetically altered twins may also shorten life spans
The findings will likely intensify criticism that the researcher carried out an experiment on humans long before the science was ready.
Variety
Ticks are out and carrying diseases
Here are some tips to thwart them and what their bites transmit.
Local
U.S. judge cites 'a lot of rot' in profession, sends Minn. chiropractor to prison for fraud
The practitioner billed insurance companies for services he didn't provide.
Minneapolis
HCMC severs ties with manufacturer of Taser stun guns
A spokesman for Hennepin Healthcare said the hospital decided to end its agreement with Axon Enterprise. It will also update its code of ethics, and Dr. Jeffrey Ho will no longer work as the medical director for the manufacturer.
Local
Four Twin Cities health systems reach tentative contracts with their nurses
HealthEast, Fairview Health and Methodist Hospital negotiators reach tentative agreements.
Local
Big hospital merger shelved between U of M, Children's
The University of Minnesota and Children's Minnesota pursued an agreement last year to combine their competing hospitals into a "new, independent pediatric care system." Management disagreements scuttled the discussions.
Variety
End of school year can be start of 'summertime anxiety' for some kids
To adults, the summer break seems ideal, but it can be unsettling for kids. Here's how to identify and deal with summer anxiety.
Variety
Work your muscles until they 'shake and quake' at Barre3 in Edina
Class draws from yoga, Pilates and ballet for an hour of all-in-one cardio, strength and mindfulness.
Local
Nurses authorize strike at Children's hospitals in Twin Cities
Despite likely approval, talks will go on. Health insurance is key issue.
Local
Minn. takes step toward broader use of highly effective hepatitis C treatment
The state could remove limits to getting effective drug under Medicaid.
Science
Variety
Want to live longer? Consider moving to Uptown, expert Dan Buettner says
Add years to your life by copying Blue Zones behavior and embracing friends, food and fun.
Variety
A Mayo scientist wants to help you live longer — and better
A Mayo Clinic scientist promotes health on a physical — and cellular — level.
Local
Children's nurses set strike vote in deadlock over health benefits
Children's group is first to vote as talks continue at other metro hospitals.
Variety
Adults can use play to improve their mental health
A playful mindset is associated with lower stress, greater life satisfaction and happiness.
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