These MN Hospitals Are The Best Places To Have A Baby: U.S. News

In Minnesota, six hospitals achieved special recognition as "High Performing," a "Maternity Access Hospital," or both.

Cases Of ‘Walking Pneumonia’ Spike Among Children: What To Know In MN

The percentage of children ages 2-4 who have been diagnosed with this common type of pneumonia grew from 1 percent to 7.2 percent this year.

MN Health Officials Combat Autism-Vaccine Myth In Somali Community

This summer's measles outbreak is largely affecting unvaccinated children in the Somali community, the Minnesota Department of Health said.

Your ZIP Code In MN May Affect Ability To Get Alzheimer’s Diagnosis

Twin Cities residents are more likely than others in the state to receive an early diagnosis of dementia or Alzheimer’s, a study found.

Sewer Backup Shuts Down Lake Nokomis Beaches

The Lake Nokomis beaches in Minneapolis have been closed until further notice, the Park Board announced Monday.

Measles Confirmed In 3 Unvaccinated Kids In Twin Cities Metro

"There is concern for possible spread of measles in the community," the Minnesota Department of Health said Thursday.

5 Kids Likely Sickened By Raw Milk In Twin Cities Metro: MDH

One of the kids was recently hospitalized. Health officials are urging Minnesotans not to consume raw milk.

How Many People Still Smoke In Minnesota's Fifth District?

Smoking rates have fallen dramatically since the 1960s, but the tobacco trend hasn't gonna away entirely.

Lead Exposure: How MN 5th District Compares To Rest Of State, Nation

Lead exposure can cause serious neurological and other health issues, especially in young children whose brains are still developing.

Binge Drinking: How MN 5th District Compares To Rest Of State, Nation

A new online tool reveals district-wide data on health issues such as smoking, drinking, obesity, and more.

Life Expectancy: How MN 5th District Compares To Rest Of State, Nation

A new online tool reveals district-wide data on health issues such as smoking, drinking, obesity, and more.

Boil Water Advisory Issued For Part Of North Minneapolis

The advisory comes after a large water main break that happened in north Minneapolis, city officials said Tuesday.

Hospital Safety Grades Released: Where Abbott Northwestern Ranks

Leapfrog Group's grading system focuses on a hospital’s ability to protect patients from preventable errors.

Bivalent Booster Vax Available At Mall Of America

"Staying up to date on your COVID-19 vaccines is a crucial part of protecting our state in the months ahead," Commissioner Jan Malcolm said.

3 MN Children’s Hospitals Ranked Among Nation’s Best: U.S. News

Three pediatric medical centers in Minnesota are included in U.S. News & World Report's 2022-23 Best Children’s Hospitals rankings released.

Unvaccinated Preschool-Age Children Test Positive For Measles: MDH

Health officials Tuesday announced two Hennepin County cases of measles in children who are siblings. One child was hospitalized.

Twin Cities Nurses Stage Informational Pickets On Wednesday

Nurses with the Minnesota Nurses Association are seeking new contracts that include "solutions that put patients ahead of profits."

Minnesota Hepatitis A Cases Potentially Linked To Strawberries: FDA

Traceback investigations have identified fresh organic strawberries as a likely cause. Cases also were found in California and Canada.

Raw Sewage Indicates COVID-19 On The Rise In Twin Cities

The Metropolitan Council is tracking COVID-19 in the sewage passing through the Twin Cities metro area.

Recalled Romaine Lettuce Was Sold At These Twin Cities Grocery Stores

The state agriculture laboratory found Cyclospora — an intestinal illness — in the lettuce during routine surveillance sampling.

29 Minnesotans Get Norovirus After Eating Raw Oysters At Restaurant

A total of 29 Minnesotans have contracted norovirus that came from raw oysters, health officials said.

Twin Cities Sewage Research Reveals Good News In COVID-19 Battle

The Metropolitan Council is tracking COVID-19 in the sewage passing through the Twin Cities metro area.

Case Of Deadly Tropical Disease In MN Linked To Aromatherapy

Walmart recalled Better Homes and Gardens aromatherapy room sprays after bacteria sickened four people, with two of them later dying.

Vax Mandates In Minneapolis, St. Paul Could End This Week: Report

Since Jan. 19, both cities have required customers of bars and restaurants to show proof of vaccination or a negative COVID-19 test result.

Hospital Capacity In Southwest Minneapolis Area: See The Latest

Updated federal data shows how many hospital beds are currently filled in Hennepin County.

4th Federal Medical Team Set To Arrive At Abbott Northwestern

A fourth-round of medical staff from the United States Department of Defense are coming to Minnesota amid the latest COVID-19 wave.

Latest Hospital Capacity In Southwest Minneapolis Area

See how the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic has affected hospital capacity in Hennepin County and across MN.

COVID-19 Testing Company Lied About Results: MN Attorney General

Testing samples were stuffed into trash bags and strewn across the office floor, according to the investigation.

Latest Hospital Capacity In Southwest Minneapolis Area

Updated federal data shows how the ongoing coronavirus pandemic has affected hospitals in Hennepin County.

Emergency Nurse Teams Set To Arrive At These MN Hospitals: List

Gov. Tim Walz is using $40 million in American Rescue Plan funding to hire the emergency staff.

Sewage Research Shows COVID-19 May Have Peaked In Twin Cities

The Metropolitan Council is tracking COVID-19 in the sewage of the Twin Cities metro area.

Free COVID-19 Tests: How To Get Them In Minneapolis

Minneapolis households can order up to four rapid antigen coronavirus tests starting Wednesday.

Hospital Capacity In Southwest Minneapolis Area: See The Latest

Here's how the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic has affected hospital capacity in Hennepin County and across MN.

MN Will Award $200 To Kids 5-11 For Getting COVID-19 Vaccine

"As Omicron surges across our nation, we’re continuing to use every resource we have to keep our families safe and healthy," Gov. Walz said.

Free, At-Home COVID-19 Tests Available To All Minnesotans

Minnesotans can get free coronavirus tests delivered to their doors as officials work to expand the state's in-person testing capacity.

Minneapolis, St. Paul Reinstate City-Wide Mask Mandates

Both mayors Wednesday announced plans to once again enforce indoor mask mandates.

How Close Are Southwest Minneapolis Area Hospitals To Capacity? Latest

Updated federal data shows how the ongoing coronavirus pandemic has affected hospitals in Hennepin County.

MN-Based Mayo Clinic Fires 700 Unvaccinated Employees

Since Jan. 3, the Mayo Clinic has required all of its employees across the nation to be vaccinated against COVID-19.

These COVID-19 Testing Sites In Minneapolis Area Accept Walk-Ins

The demand for more testing means there are fewer appointments at sites across the state, but some testing sites still allow walk-ins.

Rep. Jim Hagedorn Tests Positive For COVID-19

Rep. Jim Hagedorn​, a Republican from southern Minnesota, said he is vaccinated against the virus.

Flu Season Sends People To Their Doctors In Droves

Visits to the doctor for the flu haven't been this high since 2009.