Report: Minnesota's Medicaid needs more culturally relevant care, community access
A new report from the Minnesota Department of Human Services recommends changes in the state’s Medicaid program to improve racial equity for Black Minnesotans born in the U.S.
April is National Minority Health Month
Hennepin Healthcare family nurse practitioner Bolo Diallo-Young joins FOX 9 Morning News to talk about efforts to reduce health disparities among communities of color, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Lawmakers reach deal to extend buy-down of Minnesota health insurance premiums
Minnesota lawmakers have struck a $716 million deal extending the state's reinsurance program to prevent surging health insurance premiums on the individual market.
Elodie has a new heart: Minnetrista infant undergoes successful transplant surgery
Elodie Baker was three months old when we reported that she was one of 52 infants waiting for a heart transplant in the United States. She was the youngest child from Minnesota on the list. On Sunday, her family shared some good news:
Allina Health changes COVID-19 visitor limit policy
Although masking and social distancing will still be required within Allina Health facilities, the health care provider announced Friday a loosening of its rules for inpatient visitors.
Millions at risk of losing Medicaid coverage once COVID-19 public health emergency ends
Millions of Medicaid enrollees are at risk of losing their coverage once the COVID-19 public health emergency ends and eligibility checks resume, one recent analysis estimates.
Twin Cities air pollution contributes to health disparities
Minnesota has successfully lowered some dangerous components of air pollution, but a new modeling study shows contaminated air still contributes to an alarming number of premature deaths.
Promising pain treatment helps young Cold Spring woman get life back on track
After having routine surgery Jaida Vogel developed a rare condition called Complex Regional Pain Syndrome, which left her in extreme pain, with her knee in a brace and her either on crutches or in a wheelchair. But now she's hoping to get her life back with a new treatment.
Trial scheduled in fatal health clinic shooting in Minnesota
A jury trial has been scheduled for a Minnesota man accused of walking into a medical clinic and opening fire, killing one staff member and wounding four others last year.
Burnsville family raises awareness for rare disease
Monday marks Rare Disease Day, and one Burnsville family is highlighting the impact one uncommon disease has had on their lives – Rett Syndrome.
Twin Cities man becomes rare two-time altruistic organ donor
Each year, thousands of people sit on a waiting list for a life-saving organ transplant. Eagan resident Ted Garding has answered the the call to donate his organs, twice.
Twin Cities man becomes rare two-time altruistic organ donor
Each year, thousands of people sit on a waiting list for a life-saving organ transplant. Eagan resident Ted Garding has answered the the call to donate his organs, twice.
Baby formula recall: How to check if your formula is safe
Similac, Alimentum or EleCare powdered infant formulas are being recalled in the U.S. after four babies were hospitalized, including one in Minnesota. FOX 9 spoke to two doctors about how you can check if your formula is safe.
Jill Biden visits Minnesota to recognize childcare investments
The First Lady made a stop in Minnesota today to tout the country's investments in childcare.
Renewed push for health screenings
Minnesota Sen. Amy Klobuchar has joined a renewed push to promote people to get routine health screenings that might have been put off throughout the COVID-19 pandemic.
Minnesota man shares last wish for 5 donors to support local nonprofit
A Minnesota man battling incurable cancer is sharing his dying wish -- to have five donors help carry the mission of Bags of Smiles, a local nonprofit close to his heart.
Minnesota doctor loses medical license, grand jury convened 3 years after Beltrami Co. jail death
A state board has indefinitely suspended the medical license of a Minnesota doctor in connection to a Beltrami County Jail inmate’s death in 2018. And now, FOX 9 has confirmed a federal grand jury probe is underway and has begun subpoenaing witnesses, an indication criminal charges may be on the horizon.
Minnesota man dies from COVID-19 after family fought to keep his ventilator on
A Buffalo, Minnesota man has died battling COVID-19, almost a week after being moved to Texas for care following a lawsuit over his ventilator.
At-home COVID-19 tests now covered by health plans
Beginning Jan. 15 at-home COVID-19 tests are now covered by most insurance plans.
Minnesota man battling COVID-19 moved to Texas hospital after lawsuit over ventilator
A Buffalo, Minnesota man suffering from a devastating case of COVID-19 is in Texas where his family is hoping and praying doctors there can save his life.