Yelling at kids could cause long-term harm to their psyches, study finds
Experts call for childhood verbal abuse (CVA) to be formally recognized as a form of emotional abuse.
Cancer screenings: Here are 5 types and critical information to know about each
Manhattan internal medicine specialist breaks down recommendations — and shares why it's key to find disease in early stagesn
The more people exercise, the lazier they are throughout the rest of the day, study suggests
The study found that a person who is more engaged in a routine exercise program is more prone to "lounge around" and avoid other physical daily activities, like taking the stairs.
Popular weight loss drugs linked to severe stomach problems: 'Critical information for patients'
"It is concerning that, in some cases, people can simply go online and order these kinds of medications," researchers said.
Doctors alert consumers to laxative abuse dangers and ‘warning signs’ amid ongoing drug shortage
Amid soaring demand for laxatives, many brands are in short supply across the country.
Prostate cancer symptoms, warning signs and treatment
The progression of prostate cancer is typically slow.
Scott Co. pays out $12.2M to neglected inmate
Scott County is paying a man $12:2 million for neglecting his worsening health while he was in the county jail. Terrance Winborn walked into the jail, but he couldn’t walk out 39 hours later.
CDC has stopped printing COVID-19 vaccination cards
The once-critical white COVID-19 vaccination cards are being phased out. Vaccines are not being distributed by the federal government anymore, so the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has stopped printing new cards.
6-year-old to undergo kidney transplant
A 6-year-old girl from southern Minnesota is about to undergo a life-changing kidney transplant thanks to an amazing chain of donations. FOX 9’s Rose Schmidt has the details.
THC edible production in Minnesota
THC gummies and drinks have been legal in Minnesota for more than a year, but where are they coming from? FOX 9 Investigates where the businesses operate throughout Minnesota.
All 10 drugs picked for first Medicare price negotiations will participate, Biden says
How the prices of these drugs could change is not yet known, but the participation clears the way for talks that could lower their costs in the coming years.
Actor Selma Blair helps White House salute landmark disability legislation
Actor and disability rights advocate Selma Blair has helped President Joe Biden salute the legacy of the Americans with Disabilities Act and the Rehabilitation Act, displaying a touch of the comedic timing that made her a star in Hollywood hits like “Legally Blonde” and “Cruel Intentions.”
Cheap antibiotic proposed as 'morning-after pill' against STDs
U.S. health officials plan to endorse a common antibiotic as a morning-after pill that can be used to try to avoid some increasingly common sexually transmitted diseases.
Longtime Minnesota special ed teacher searches for answers after ALS diagnosis
The Prior Lake Savage Education Association is asking for the community's help in supporting an educator of nearly three decades who was just diagnosed with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, or ALS.
Teacher searches for answers after ALS diagnosis
The Prior Lake Savage Education Association is asking for the community's help in supporting an educator of nearly three decades who was just diagnosed with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, or ALS.
MN author shares book about Alzheimer's
Minnesota author Pam McDonald shares her book “The Christmas Heart” based on a family’s experience with Alzheimer’s. People also gathered at the Target Field on Saturday for the Walk to End Alzheimer’s.
Breast cancer drug could have potentially serious side effect, new research reveals
Elevated blood sugar levels were found in some patients, but doctors say the condition can usually be managed.
Sleep variability may make you age faster, study finds
The study found that larger variations in a sleep-wake cycle, like staying up late on the weekends, were associated with more accelerated biological aging.
Second family questions HCMC over end-of-life decisions
For the second time in a week, a family is complaining to FOX 9 about Hennepin County Medical Center (HCMC) allowing the wrong person to make end-of-life decisions for their loved one.
Fall vaccinations against COVID, flu and RSV get underway: What to know
Fall vaccination season is in full swing, with health officials urging both an updated COVID-19 shot and flu vaccine for most everyone.