Twin Cities hospitals cancel surgeries amid IV fluid shortage concerns after Hurricane Helene
Amid concerns over a possible IV fluid shortage after Hurricane Helene shut down a medical supply manufacturing plant in North Carolina, hospitals in the Twin Cities are canceling some surgeries to conserve limited stock.
'Family Conversations' workbook on hard discussions
Sometimes, the people we love the most can be the hardest ones to talk to about life’s toughest questions. That’s why a couple from Wyoming, Minnesota wrote a workbook they are hoping will help. The book is called "Family Conversations: We Must Have But Do Not Want To." Authors Michael and Lisa White both work in healthcare and share why the need for a book like this became personal for them.
Twin Cities woman dedicates career to helping others
Caretaker Beth Ryan has dedicated decades to helping those with disabilities live happily, and now she is retiring. FOX 9's Babs Santos has the story.
Aliveness Project expands services to help Rainbow Health's former clients
Nearly two weeks ago, Rainbow Health announced it would cease operations, leaving thousands of Minnesotans living with HIV up in the air.
Minneapolis installs first NARCAN vending machine to combat opioid crisis
The City of Minneapolis is installing its first-ever naloxone vending machine in an attempt to battle opioid-related deaths in the area.
Frontline worker audit: $200 million in phony payments
More than $200 million dollars of a $500 million Frontline Worker payment program went to people committing fraud or people with questionable eligibility, a new audit has found.
Rising cases of neck and head cancers
Experts are seeing an increase in head and neck cancers among younger individuals, even those in their 20s. This year, the American Cancer Society estimates that over 50,000 new cases will be diagnosed, with more than 12,000 lives lost to this terrible disease.
Children's vaccination rates in Minnesota continue to fall, MDH data show
Children's immunization rates in Minnesota continue to get worse, according to Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) data.
After year on waitlist, MN teen gets new heart
Courage sometimes hides in small places. For the better part of six months, it’s been living in room 5-686 at St. Marys Hospital. The name on the door and on the charts inside belongs to Aidden Tilly, a 14-year-old Minnesota boy with draining energy and endless hope.
MN abortion services coverage required by insurance under law proposal
Lawmakers are considering whether to require insurance companies to cover services related to abortion as part of their health care plans for Minnesotans.
MN psychologist helps others with circus therapy
Dr. Sherry Walling believes the benefits of play, courage, and teamwork are core elements of mental flourishing. FOX 9's Leah Beno shares more about how Dr. Walling is helping others through circus therapy.
Minnesota pharmacist discriminated against woman for denying morning-after pill, court rules
The Minnesota Court of Appeals has ruled that a pharmacist who refused to provide emergency contraceptives to a customer because of his personal beliefs engaged in discrimination.
'Popcorn brain' and social media
FOX 9 speaks with Dr. Mike about “popcorn brain”, the effect on your brain when it's constantly being shown information while on social media.
First ever Asian Youth Stethoscope Youth Summit
Saturday marked the first ever Asian Youth Stethoscope Youth Summit. The summit provided an opportunity for Asian youth to meet Asian doctors and nurses, got some hands on experience.
Delayed ER treatment highlights hospital crowding
One Minnesota woman's delayed treatment during an ER visit is highlighting a serious problem at hospitals here and across the country.
Baby hospitalized for 100 days returns home just in time for Christmas
An extra special homecoming is happening just in time for the holidays.
Mayo Clinic announces $5 billion expansion
The Mayo Clinic is launching a major expansion project executives hope can transform health care.
RSV, flu cases on rise in Minnesota
As seasonal gatherings among friends and family begin to rise, Twin Cities pediatricians say so are cases of RSV among Minnesotans.
Groundbreaking decree encourages Muslim families in MN to use donor breast milk for some babies
Muslim families in Minnesota are encouraged via religious clarification to use donor breast milk for babies who are in intensive care.
Slowing down dementia with hearing aids
A new study suggest using hearing aids slows down the progression of Alzheimer's and dementia. FOX 9's Leah Beno interviews audiologist Dr. Rebecca Younk about the effects of hearings on memory loss in older adults.