Science
Scientists find genetic signatures of biological aging
It could detect accelerated aging, treatment options.
Local
Minnesota cities sue refiners over cost of cleaning up polluted stormwater ponds
Seven cities say cleanup of carcinogenic chemicals should rest with manufacturers.
Local
Heavy drinking, lack of vaccinations hurt state's health ranking
Minnesota hit No. 7 due to excessive drinking, obesity and lower rate of immunizations.
Nation
Americans facing tough choices on health care coverage
Many are weighing the health benefits against the financial burden.
Variety
Is your gym overcrowded this time of year? Get a great workout at home
For not much more than you might spend for a night out, you can get enough gear to provide a decent workout while you await your gym's return to normalcy.
The Good Life
Minnetonka exercise physiologist: Boomers have moral obligation to be fit
In his new and very frank book, fitness expert Daniel Zeman says boomer men "expect someone else to take care of their bad choices."
Local
Holiday travel expected to bring more flu cases to Minnesota
The annual illness season in Minnesota has gotten off to a slow start, but that's likely to change.
Variety
Minnesota's Jennie-O widens recall of ground turkey
The poultry producer is recalling more than 164,000 pounds of raw ground turkey products amid a salmonella outbreak that has now sickened more than 200 people nationwide.
Science
Youth sports injuries can turn into chronic problems, doctors warn
Overuse issues are rising in younger athletes, and doctors warn of chronic issues later.
Local
Surge in fentanyl use offsets Minnesota's progress in opioid crisis
Minnesota's rate of opioid-related overdose deaths might be lower than the national average, but the state is seeing similar trends in synthetic drugs causing more deaths.
Science
Clinics' grades go down slightly in Minnesota
Fewer patients with chronic diseases such as diabetes are staying at optimal levels of health, according to the Minnesota Community Measurement annual report.
Science
Northwestern researchers release tiny sensor that can save you from sunburn
The wearable sensor measures amount of exposure to UV radiation.
Politics
Minnesota lawmakers, families of abuse victims renew push for elder care reform
The licensing of assisted-living facilities will be a top priority of consumer groups.
Inspired
Preemie graduates from HCMC after 515-day hospital stay
Oliver Rodriguez-Ocampo's stay at the downtown Minneapolis hospital was the longest for a preemie for the past 18 years.
Nation
Killer opioid fentanyl could become a weapon of mass destruction
As deaths linked to the opioid soar, security experts consider countermeasures.
Local
Continued rise in Minn. suicides prompts plea for better prevention
Health Dept. report comes with plea for prevention.
Science
Minneapolis firm LogicStream releases app to prep hospitals for drug shortages
Minneapolis-based firm predicts likely shortages, which can drive up prices.
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