UNC-Chapel Hill detects lead in drinking water, alerts campus
Administrators said they have found detectable lead levels in at least 22 water sources, including drinking fountains.
Should I get the new COVID booster and flu shot at the same time? Your questions, answered
With flu season approaching in the U.S., as well as the availability of the new omicron-designed COVID-19 booster for everyone 12 and up, here are some answers to common questions about the shots.
Anxiety and depression screenings recommended by U.S. health officials
An influential health guidelines group says U.S. doctors should regularly screen adults for anxiety - the first time the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force has recommended anxiety screening in primary care for adults without symptoms.
Anxiety and depression screenings recommended by U.S. health officials
An influential health guidelines group says U.S. doctors should regularly screen adults for anxiety - the first time the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force has recommended anxiety screening in primary care for adults without symptoms.
CDC report: 4 in 5 US pregnancy-related deaths were preventable
The top cause of death, according to data, was mental health conditions, leading to suicide and overdose.
More people getting help in Minnesota after 988 suicide hotline change
Minnesota has seen an increase in calls for suicide prevention and crisis support since mid-July.
5-year-old girl born with half a heart; family raises awareness about rare disorder
Katherine’s heart defect hasn’t stopped her love for others. Her dad says she’s caring, empathetic, and concerned about the well-being of others.
Sarah Sanders leaves hospital after thyroid cancer surgery
Sanders said Friday when announcing the surgery that a biopsy earlier this month revealed she had thyroid cancer.
New COVID-19 subvariant detected in Twin Cities wastewater
The newest Omicron sub-variant made its way to Minnesota after BA.2.75 was detected in Twin Cities wastewater.
Gas stoves linked to childhood asthma, other health risks in adults, research shows
Research suggests that gas appliances can introduce certain toxic air pollutants into homes, including low levels of benzene — a cancer-causing agent.
No deal reached as the Minnesota nurses’ strike comes to a close: What happens next?
The third and final day of the largest private sector nurses' strike comes to a close, and nurses still have not reached a deal with the hospitals. So, what happens next, and could there be another round of picketing?
Ryan Reynolds films colonoscopy to raise cancer awareness; doctors find polyp
The 45-year-old actor broadcast the procedure after losing a bet to his friend, actor Rob McElhenney. Doctors say it was “potentially life-saving" for Reynolds.
Blood test can detect multiple cancers early, study finds
A blood test may be able to detect the early stages of several cancers in which routine screening options aren’t available.
Family travels the world after learning children will go blind
Edith Lemay and Sebastien Pelletier want their children to enjoy their vision while they still have it.
Study: Only eating during day may help improve mental health in night shift workers
It’s estimated that about 20% of the workforce is made up of shift workers, who are more at risk of having depression and anxiety, researchers said.
Avoiding the side effects of 'doomscrolling'
A new study found 'doomscrolling' is linked to poor physical and mental health. Many people look at all of the negative things going on in the world, which can lead to depression, anxiety, and in some cases it's affecting people's job performance.
Biden hopes ending cancer can be a 'national purpose' for US
The commander-in-chief wants to develop treatments and therapeutics to battle cancer and hopes to meet a goal to cut cancer deaths by 50% over the next 25 years to improve the lives of caregivers and people suffering from cancer.
What is Enterovirus D68? CDC alerts pediatricians on rare illness affecting children
The CDC recently issued a health advisory regarding the respiratory illness after doctors across the country reported an increase in hospitalizations last month.
FDA warns of rare cases of cancers possibly linked to breast implants
While rare, the FDA is warning about certain cancers, including squamous cell carcinoma and various lymphomas, that may develop in scar tissue that forms around breast implants.
US to award $35M in grants to tribes for 988 mental health crisis line
The 988 hotline, which went live in July, was designed to be an easy number to remember, similar to 911.