March of Dimes puts focus on maternal mortality
The March of Dimes plans to mark Mother's Day while also highlighting a pressing issue: a new report released this past week by the Centers for Disease Control shows that the number of women in the U.S. dying from pregnancy-related complications remains at a crisis level, particularly among women of color.
25K Americans starting Wegovy weekly as supply increases and prices drop, drugmaker says
The number of U.S. patients currently starting the weight management drug Wegovy is "four times" the number in December 2023, the drugmaker said.
Growing mustaches for a good cause
Former Twins player, Jack Morris, judged a mustache contest to benefit nonprofit Crescent Cove, Minnesota's only independent pediatric hospice home.
Children's Minnesota doctors use state-of-art tech to remove teen's tumor
Hospital officials say a Minnetonka boy was one of its first patients to have a procedure in a surgical suite that's a first of its kind in North America.
MN teen has brain tumor removed in 12-hour procedure
A Minnetonka teenager is recovering after having a brain tumor removed in a 12-hour procedure using cutting edge technology. FOX 9's Maury Glover has the story.
Maternal mortality rate in U.S. declines, but racial disparities remain: CDC data
Following an increase in women dying during pregnancy or after childbirth earlier in the pandemic, mortality rates dropped significantly in 2022, according to a new CDC report.
Walnuts recalled amid E. coli outbreak in multiple states, CDC says
An E. coli outbreak connected to organic walnuts has prompted a warning from the CDC, as well as a recall. The walnuts were sold at retailers in at least 19 states.
Documentary tells the story of Glenwood facility for alcoholic men
A Catholic Charities residential facility called Glenwood is home to more than fifty men who've endured the rigors of alcoholism. It’s the place where men reach the end of the line through the bottom of a bottle.
Cancer trends: Common types & risk factors revealed
Almost 40% of Americans will receive a cancer diagnosis at some point in their lifetime — but certain types are more common than others, statistics show.
Mammogram screening to detect breast cancer should now start at 40, panel says
Breast cancer is the second-most common cause of cancer death for U.S. women.
USDA testing ground beef in states with bird flu outbreaks in dairy cows
The USDA is testing ground beef sold at retailers located in U.S. states with bird flu outbreaks in dairy cattle. But the agency said it’s “confident that the meat supply is safe.”
Hazelden-Betty Ford Foundation celebrates 75 years of addiction recovery
In the years before substance abuse was considered a medical disease, a small group of treatment pioneers hoped to start a program to change lives and ultimately change society. They did it at a secluded farmhouse in rural Center City, Minnesota.
Kaiser Permanente says data breach may affect 13.4M customers
Kaiser Permanente said it is notifying members after a recent data breach potentially affected millions of accounts.
Norovirus: Nearly 200 sick in outbreaks on Princess, Royal Caribbean ships, CDC says
Norovirus outbreaks on Princess Cruises and Royal Caribbean ships in April left nearly 200 people sick, the CDC reported.
Here's when people think 'old age' begins, according to study
People think “old age" starts later than it used to, according to a new study published by the American Psychological Association.
MN nonprofit, real estate agent team up to launch sensory room on wheels
From the outside, this vehicle may look like any other white van, but take one step inside, and you'll see it is anything but ordinary. The Joy Mobile is now ready to roll out as a sensory experience on wheels, helping kids with special needs reset on the go.
MN nonprofit, real estate agent launch sensory van
A local nonprofit and a real estate agent have teamed up to launch a sensory room on wheels, a van to help families with neurodivergent children. FOX 9's Mary McGuire has the story.
Bird flu in cows: 1 in 5 pasteurized milk samples had traces of virus, FDA says
One in five samples of pasteurized milk contained remnants of the bird flu virus that has infected dairy cows, the FDA said. Here’s what to know.
$15 cigarettes in Minneapolis: City council approves change
The Minneapolis City Council approved a change on Thursday that raises the price of tobacco products to $15 a pack.
At-home daycare providers raise concerns over revised licensing standards
In 2021, state lawmakers passed legislation directing federal funding towards modernizing regulations when it comes to licensed in-home daycare and childcare centers.