Local
In battle against opioids, Minnesota leaders promote wider use of naloxone
Health officials want people to buy the medication and learn how to use it in an emergency.
Science
Global warming could lead to a rise of 100,000 diabetes cases a year in U.S.
Researchers thought they might find a link between rising temperatures and diabetes for a completely different reason — the activity of brown fat.
Science
HealthPartners' CV Wizard program casts heart health advice, not spells
The Bloomington-based health care provider has received a $3 million federal grant through its research institute to expand access to the program.
Local
Detroit-area doctor charged with mutilating genitals of 2 Minn. girls
The World Health Organization and others have condemned the cultural and religious practice meant to stifle sexuality.
Local
Three measles cases confirmed in Hennepin County in unvaccinated toddlers
State health officials are investigating the source and whether the illness has spread.
Local
Child abuse reports soar across Minn., straining system
They rose 25 percent last year for the second straight year of sharp increases. State officials are pushing reforms aimed at preventing child abuse.
Minneapolis
Minneapolis heart attack study finds surprising trend among victims
A look back at 1,000 heart attack victims found that many were not taking statins, lending support to updated guidelines.
Minneapolis
Minneapolis Health Department celebrates 150 years of work
Over the years, department officials pushed vaccinations and fly swatting.
Science
Walk, stretch or dance? Dancing may be best for the brain
Learning a social dance may help improve memory, processing speed in aging brain.
North Metro
Family wins right to sue senior home over death of Minnesota man
Legal experts say the decision is among the first of its kind in Minnesota and could embolden others.
Local
Budget cuts would deepen statewide shortage of psychiatric beds, Minnesota commissioner warns
Emily Piper said proposed $600 million cut would reverse a year of progress.
Science
Male contraceptive in the works in India, but doesn't look likely to end up on U.S. market
But doesn't look likely to end up on U.S. market
Variety
Body-positive yoga enthusiast wants to help you 'change your life'
Frank, funny, profane yogi tells everyone how to start practicing in her new body-positive book.
Variety
Variety
Hot tub diet: Soaking can burn as many calories as mild exercise
New research suggests we put away the running shoes and turn on the faucet.
Local
Union lawsuit contests layoffs at Hennepin County Medical Center
Workers presented a petition to HCMC's chief executive Wednesday afternoon, but were escorted out by security after the leader discovered their meeting was appearing live on Facebook.
Variety
Minnesota nice and easy: We're the 'least stressed' state in the country
Apparently we exude a good chill factor because of high credit scores and low divorce rates.
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