Allina Health employees will be required to get flu vaccine
Influenza vaccination will be mandatory for all Allina Health employees, starting this flu season, the health care system announced Thursday.
US to invest $3B in antiviral pills to treat COVID-19, other viruses
The United States will invest $3.2 billion to develop antiviral pills to treat COVID-19 and other deadly viruses.
Affordable Care Act: Supreme Court dismisses challenge to health law
The Supreme Court on Thursday dismissed a challenge to the Affordable Care Act, preserving insurance coverage for millions of Americans.
Medicare scam claims to offer 'free' genetic test kit, BBB warns
A scam targeting those on Medicare offers a “free” genetic testing kit that screens for a predisposition to heart disease or cancer, the BBB warned.
UnitedHealthcare delays policy that would deny coverage for ER visits deemed non-emergencies
Under the pending policy, UnitedHealthcare wouldn't cover ER visits it deems weren't a true emergency.
FDA approves much-debated Alzheimer’s drug Biogen, 1st in nearly 20 years
The FDA approved the first new drug for Alzheimer’s disease in nearly 20 years, despite some warnings from independent advisers.
Breast cancer pill shows benefit in certain hard-to-treat cases
A pill used for breast cancer has been shown to help treat certain early-stage, hard-to-treat cases. It was studied in patients with BRCA1 and BRCA2 mutations.
MDH to assisted living residents: Check with your facility about changes as new licensure law goes into effect
The state's assisted living licensure program will change Aug. 1, so the health department wants residents to inquire about potential changes to their services.
How to find a COVID-19 vaccine appointment for children ages 12-15
Beginning Thursday, children as young as 12 can get the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine. Here are some tips for finding a vaccine appointment for your child.
Minnesota surpasses 50% of eligible people vaccinated against COVID-19
Minnesota has now crossed the 50% mark for eligible people who are fully vaccinated against COVID-19, the latest state health department data shows.
Suicides decreased in Minnesota in 2020 after hitting record high in 2019
The number of suicides in Minnesota decreased in 2020 compared to 2019, according to the latest report from state health department.
Adult day services feeling left behind as state COVID-19 restrictions lift
While the rest of the state opens back up quickly, adult day services across Minnesota are wondering when their restrictions will loosen.
Multiple over-the-counter COVID-19 tests now available at stores nationwide
Multiple COVID-19 tests will be available at stores nationwide beginning this week, without the need for a prescription. They range in price from $23.99 to $119.99.
Minnesota's COVID-19 infections, hospitalizations at highest rate since January
Minnesota health officials reported 2,140 new COVID-19 cases Thursday, the first time the state has seen over 2,000 cases reported in a single day since Jan. 10.
How to find a COVID-19 vaccine appointment in Minnesota
Minnesota is expanding COVID-19 vaccine eligibility to all people 16 and up starting Tuesday. Find out how to get your shot.
Minneapolis VA offering COVID-19 vaccines to all enrolled veterans
The Minneapolis VA Health Care System announced Friday it is opening COVID-19 vaccinations to all enrolled veterans, regardless of age.
M Health Fairview doctors' book handouts giving young children a head start
March is National Reading Month and M Health Fairview recently received a gift to help celebrate.
Can you choose which COVID-19 vaccine you get?
Minnesota health officials say you can choose not to take a particular COVID-19 vaccine that’s offered to you, but it means you’ll have to get back in line and wait for a different one.
New data shows ethnic disparities in views toward Alzheimer's care
New data from the Alzheimer’s Association shows that more families are struggling with the brain and memory disease.
4th at-home COVID-19 test gets emergency use authorization from FDA
The FDA gave approval for the QuickVue At-Home COVID-19 Test, allowing certain consumers to rapidly test themselves for the coronavirus.