Minneapolis
Folk tales, vaccines and veggies: U tries audio tips to reach immigrant moms
Somali-American mothers get health, wellness advice in audio messages
Minneapolis
Minneapolis man waits out quarantine after visit to Wuhan
On Monday night, the quarantined Americans on the flight from Wuhan got the news that everybody feared — one of them was infected with the coronavirus.
Local
University of Minnesota braces for coronavirus concerns
Students, staff say they also worry about the spread of xenophobia.
Local
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HealthPartners clinic workers OK one-week protest strike
Caregivers voted to conduct a seven-day strike, beginning Feb. 19, if their demands regarding health care benefits aren't met.
Local
32 rural Minn. counties still lack providers for key opioid addiction recovery drug
Providers say Suboxone saves lives, but approval process deters many.
Minneapolis
Hennepin Healthcare picks new leader
New CEO Jennifer DeCubellis is praised for her passion and skill in crafting human services solutions.
Science
Online therapy a growing option in Minnesota health care
Online CBT has been proposed as a solution for years to shortages of therapists or to other barriers that make it hard for patients.
Science
No shield from X-rays: How science is rethinking lead aprons
The about-face is intended to improve care, but it will require a major effort to reassure regulators, health care workers and the public.
Local
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Prince doctor sanctioned by Minnesota Board of Medical Practice
Disciplinary action follows physician's settlement of a federal lawsuit.
Science
Minneapolis-St. Paul Airport's quarantine station is on guard
It is part of national effort to screen for coronavirus.
Local
Coronavirus upends study abroad plans for Minnesota students
The University of Minnesota has postponed its China travel, but some other students remain abroad amid restrictions.
Local
Will Minnesota accept new Medicaid financing deal from feds?
The program appears geared toward the 14 states that have not taken advantage of the ACA option to expand Medicaid to single adults.
Local
Minn. battle over insulin aid to continue in 2020 legislative session
Legislators' offers over past two weeks reveal a persistent partisan divide.
East Metro
Report: Some Twin Cities companies emit TCE at levels 30 times the health limit — and more
The MPCA is rethinking how to handle air permits for the toxic chemical.
Variety
Gov. Walz says Minnesota, CDC in close touch regarding coronavirus
After attending Chinese New Year reception, governor said state is "putting out the alert" to health service outlets on how to best detect the potentially deadly virus.
Local
MSP joins list of U.S. airports screening for coronavirus
Federal health officials announced the heightened airport screening on Tuesday along with new recommendations against nonessential travel to China, where the rapidly spreading virus has been confirmed in more than 4,500 infections and 100 deaths.
Local
Minnesota parents fight schools to allow children access to CBD
CBD is not an option for sick children in most Minnesota schools, which ban it and medical cannabis on their grounds.
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