CVS pharmacy upending the way it prices prescription drugs
One of the nation's largest pharmacy chains is planning to overhaul the way it reimburses its pharmacies for prescriptions as the industry works to provide greater clarity on drug pricing.
Minnesota industrial hemp license applications now open for 2024
Applications for licenses to grow and process industrial amounts of hemp in Minnesota are now open to Minnesotans, subject to restrictions.
Child pneumonia outbreak, dubbed 'white lung syndrome,' not a new virus, CDC says
The term "white lung syndrome" refers to some pneumonia-infected chest scans that show damaged lungs, doctors say.
Cancer risk could increase with consumption of certain foods and drinks, study finds
Oncologists and dieticians say "overall nutrition quality" is key to lowering your risks of colorectal cancer.
Flu cases on the rise, RSV infections may be peaking, US health officials say
U.S. health officials say flu is picking up steam while RSV lung infections may be peaking.
UMD football player dies at 22 ‘doing what he loved’
Reed Ryan went into cardiac arrest on Nov. 21 after a team workout.
Minnesota hockey player paralyzed from hit, walks again
After a hit on the ice left him with very little movement in his arms and legs, an Academy of Holy Angels hockey player is now home from the hospital and walking again.
Shannen Doherty's cancer has spread: 'I'm not afraid of dying, I just don't want to die'
The 'Charmed' actress says her breast cancer has spread to her bones.
Suicide deaths reached a record high in 2022: Here's why rates are higher in men
Women are twice as likely as men to experience major depression, but only a fourth as likely as men to die by suicide.
Holy Angels hockey player out of hospital after suffering traumatic brain injury
A Minnesota prep hockey player seriously hurt this month during a scrimmage is out of the hospital, family members write in a CaringBridge post.
Mayo Clinic announces $5 billion expansion
The Mayo Clinic is launching a major expansion project executives hope can transform health care.
Mpls community meeting discusses pollution
A community meeting was held in the East Phillips neighborhood of Minneapolis on Monday to discuss pollution coming from a Smith Foundry building that’s in violation of the Clean Air Act.
Ozzy Osbourne reveals spinal tumor, gives Parkinson's disease update: 'At best, I've got 10 years left'
Ozzy Osbourne may have a number of health issues, but he is not counting himself out just yet.
Get red wine headaches? New research offers explanation
Not everyone feels fine after red wine, and a new study offers an explanation about what could be the culprit.
2 deaths in Minnesota linked to cantaloupe salmonella outbreak
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention say two people have died in Minnesota, as the state currently has the highest number of salmonella cases linked to cantaloupe nationwide.
Mayo Clinic marks 60 years since first organ transplant
Kurt Brandau holds the rhythm of music in his hands.
Community paramedics make special deliveries for Thanksgiving
Thanksgiving arrived in ambulances and SUVs for dozens of people in the Twin Cities when Hennepin County community paramedics made special holiday visits to their patients.
Marijuana driver impairment test could be used in Minnesota
The oral fluid, or saliva-based, tests will screen for six different drug categories, including cannabis and opioids.
Shaken Baby Syndrome nonprofit
Turning an incident with their own 6-month-old into a learning lesson, one Scott County couple is looking to help others.
Here's how much money you need to be happy, according to 2023 survey
A recent survey asked the age-old question: can money buy happiness? More than half said yes, and here's the price tag for the average American.