Science
Little-known exception for studies gains attention in ketamine debate
While little known, the federal rule has been commonly used in the Twin Cities.
Science
Dallas lawyer has lived most of his life in an iron lung
He's a reminder of when polio stalked the nation.
Science
Seniors at greater risk of cognitive issues after surgery
Some with POCD experience memory problems; others have difficulty multi-tasking, learning new things, following multistep procedures or setting priorities.
Science
Seizures may further developmental delays in kids with autism
Early life seizures may switch on synapses in the brain that can lead to further development delays in children with autism and other intellectual disorders, a new study suggests.
Local
Swimming pools, hot tubs are more likely than lakes to make you sick, studies find
Chlorine doesn't kill all the things that can make swimmers ill, studies find.
Local
Minnesota sues OxyContin maker, alleging sales tactics fueled overdoses
Minnesota is suing Purdue Pharma in hopes of recouping money spent by Minnesota taxpayers in paying for opioid painkillers for unproven and harmful purposes.
Local
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Ellison: State attorney general's office should fight Trump on health care
Competing candidates also weigh in on election issues.
Science
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Bicycle Alliance of Minnesota's safety training seeks to build on progress
The effort comes amid some safety advances.
Variety
U is leading new sexual revolution – one to help seniors
In the future, it may be known for its scientific breakthroughs on how seniors can keep the sizzle in their sex lives.
Inspired
'Whole lot more fun': St. Louis Park hospital uses harmonicas for breathing rehab
At Methodist Hospital, harmonica therapy helps patients with breathing disorders.
Local
Uptick in Minnesota abortions for second year despite downward trend
Economic reasons continue to be a motivating factor in the elective termination of pregnancies, new state data shows.
Minneapolis
Minneapolis sues opioid manufacturers and distributors
City is latest to sue over issues related to addiction.
Politics
State cuts to rates for disability services allowed to proceed, judge rules
The cuts will go into effect Sunday and could imperil services for thousands.
Minneapolis
Amid ketamine controversy, Hennepin Healthcare says state board will review cases
Hennepin Healthcare asked for state review of how drug has been used.
Variety
Juicing can increase fruit, veggie intake
Experts caution that juicing might not be for everyone. Here are five tips to make it as healthy as possible.
Science
Alzheimer's crisis rising for U.S. Latinos
They are more likely to get the disease but less likely to seek help
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