Science
You're sick. Whose fault is that?
Idea of personal responsibility gaining traction, but reality is complicated.
Science
Brainerd project finds the power in 'three good things'
Listing positive moments might seem too simple to work, but it is supported by a growing body of research.
Minneapolis
Opioid-related deaths set another record in Hennepin County in 2017
The number of deaths each year has nearly doubled since 2015, the Sheriff's Office said.
Politics
Minnesota officials detail backlog of elder abuse cases
Human Services Commissioner Emily Piper said a team of state officials is sorting through more than 2,300 reports of maltreatment in senior homes.
Local
Minnesota hospitals' spending on community health at risk
A drop in bad debt following the ACA leaves more money for local services, though it's at risk.
Local
E-cigarette users buoyed by federal report showing less harm
But report finds they have the potential to entice teens to try regular cigarettes.
Local
Children's Hospital support program is winner of Vikings fans' largesse
Outpouring to Saints punter led to more than $100,000 for Children's Hospital program.
Variety
'Baby in a box' program expanding to be Minnesota-wide
Baby Box University offers new parents education and sleep boxes filled with baby supplies.
Variety
Twin Cities agency gives teen moms boxes for newborns – just like in Finland
A new Twin Cities nonprofit is providing teen moms with starter kits to parenthood, including a cardboard box for their babies to sleep in.
Science
Success stories like Rod Carew's credited for boost in Upper Midwest organ donors
2017 saw a record number of organ donations in the Midwest.
Science
An overlooked epidemic: Older Americans taking unneeded drugs
Medications stack up as older patients are handed more and more drugs they may not need.
Local
Donations rocket past $200K for Saints punter's charity and Children's Minnesota
Punter Thomas Morstead will deliver the money to Children's Minnesota during Super Bowl week.
Variety
Keeping muscles balanced will reduce aches and pains
Don't let one side of your body overpower the other.
Local
ADHD drug use spikes among women of child-bearing age
Effects on pregnancy, fetal health largely unknown.
New Trump office would protect conscience rights of doctors
Reinforcing its strong connection with social conservatives, the Trump administration announced Thursday a new federal office to protect medical providers refusing to participate in abortion, assisted suicide or other procedures on moral or religious grounds.
East Metro
Family adds to allegations against Roseville nursing home where woman suffocated
The woman became trapped between her mattress and a grab bar. Home operators are appealing the finding.
Variety
More Minnesota women are ditching diets: 'Weight loss is not a goal for me'
Minnesota women are taking aim at the "diet culture" and stereotypes about plus-size people.
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