What you need to know about a possible new cure for sickle cell disease
On Tuesday, advisers to the Food and Drug Administration will review a gene therapy for the inherited blood disorder, which mostly affects Black people in the U.S.
Bloomington PD mental health pilot program
The Bloomington Police Department shared a new mental health pilot program that provides immediate free therapy services to the patient and family. The rapid response team starts in December.
Allina nurses picket over staffing proposal
Allina Health nurses in the Twin Cities voiced their concerns about a proposal for staffing cuts that could affect patient care.
Breast cancer breakthrough: AI predicts a third of cases prior to diagnosis in mammography study
Artificial intelligence predicted one-third of breast cancer cases prior to diagnosis in a new study from Norway. Experts weigh in on how this could impact the future of cancer care.
A third of chocolate products have 'concerning levels' of heavy metals, Consumer Reports says
The National Confectioners Association said in response that both chocolate and cocoa “are safe to eat and can be enjoyed as treats as they have been for centuries."
Parents donate late infant son's organs to save lives: 'We don't want nobody to feel this pain'
A Georgia couple, Courtney and Tyler Pollock, are using their heartbreaking loss to make a difference by donating the organs of their infant son, Judge Theo, who passed away at the age of 4 months.
Minnesota Vikings host Halloween event
A week from Halloween, the Minnesota Vikings held their own Halloween fashion show party with help from the M Health Fairview Masonic Children’s Hospital on Tuesday.
CDC issues alert over high RSV vaccine demand
RSV is a cold-like nuisance for most people, and not as well-known as the flu but packs hospitals every winter.
Injuries in marching band are as common as in other sports, experts say
Band members most often presented with ankle and knee injuries, but 6% of injuries are reported as mild head trauma, the American Academy of Pediatrics reports.
Symposium aims to accelerate progress in spinal cord rehab
Unite 2 Fight Paralysis Science and Advocacy Symposium gathers scientists, clinicians, donors and stakeholders to collaborate on new innovations in spinal cord rehabilitation.
Symposium aims to advance spinal cord rehab
Unite 2 Fight Paralysis Science and Advocacy Symposium gathers scientists, clinicians, donors and stakeholders to collaborate on new innovations in spinal cord rehabilitation.
University of Utah gymnast retires amid alleged 'verbal and emotional abuse' from coach
A member of the University of Utah women's gymnastics team announced her retirement from the sport and withdrawal from the school on Friday.
Twin Cities Marathon refunds offered following race cancellation
Following the cancellation of the Twin Cities Marathon due to abnormally warm weather, organizers have said they will offer refunds to registered participants and guarantee access to next year’s event.
So-called toddler milks are unregulated and unnecessary, pediatrician group says
The American Academy of Pediatrics says the products often contain high amounts of added sugar and salt. A trade group for the manufacturers of the products says the drinks could fill nutritional gaps.
Could pediatricians learn to diagnose mental health issues to help with provider shortage?
More than 160 million Americans live in areas with shortages of mental health professionals. The shortage is even more severe among providers who treat children.
Pediatricians diagnosing mental health issues?
More than 160 million Americans live in areas with shortages of mental health professionals. The shortage is even more severe among providers who treat children.
Minneapolis purchasing Nice Ride brand bikes, scooters for 2024 and beyond
The often popular lime green bikes and scooters seen around the Twin Cities throughout summer will have a new owner after Lyft decided to cancel its operations this year.
Minneapolis to pay for syringe clean up at homeless encampments
Hoping to clean up discarded needles that could pose health problems, the Minneapolis City Council approved additional funding for homeless encampment syringe cleanup programming.
'Medical miracle': Patient with spinal cord injury walks day after surgery
Mere days after surgery, a patient who had a chronic spinal cord injury has made such a miraculous recovery that even the Minnesota neurosurgeon is left stunned.
Buffalo teen needs new heart after four surgeries, remains on donor list
She’s had four open heart surgeries in her lifetime, but a transplant was always looming, and now she’s on the donor list, waiting.