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February 26, 2024 2:30 PM

Walz calls for more resources to prevent opioid overdose deaths, including Naloxone access

Gov. Tim Walz said he wants to put more resources towards overdose prevention this year. He spoke about the problem at a roundtable discussion Monday with local, state and federal leaders.

by Estelle Timar-Wilcox

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February 26, 2024 1:25 PM

When is forgetting normal — and when is it worrisome? A neuroscientist weighs in

Charan Ranganath recently wrote an op-ed about President Biden's memory gaffes. He says forgetting is a normal part of aging. His new book is “Why We Remember.“

by Terry Gross

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February 26, 2024 9:00 AM

Take time to raise awareness for eating disorders

Eating Disorders Awareness Week is held the last week of February with the National Eating Disorders Association, NEDA, naming this year’s theme as “Get in the Know,” with the goal of spreading awareness and information about eating disorders, treatment and prevention.

by Anika Besst

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February 24, 2024 8:05 AM

How Portugal eased its opioid epidemic, while U.S. drug deaths skyrocketed

Portugal cut drug deaths by 80%, using free health care and addiction treatment. The U.S., meanwhile, focused on drug busts and tough crime laws. Overdose deaths keep rising catastrophically.

by Brian Mann

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February 24, 2024 8:00 AM

Ramsey Justice Department celebrates 10 years of helping veterans reach sobriety

The Ramsey County Veterans Treatment Court is designed with help from social workers, prosecutors and judges to hold people accountable while also understanding the particular mental health challenges veterans face.

by Kyra Miles

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February 23, 2024 2:32 PM

Minnesota reports third measles case

Amidst a rise in global measles cases, Minnesota reports its third case this year, while ranking ninth lowest in measles vaccinations.

by Elisabeth Gawthrop and Alyson Clary

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February 22, 2024 4:01 PM

Alabama lawmakers move to protect IVF treatment

Following a State Supreme court ruling that gave frozen embryos the same rights as children, some Alabama state lawmakers weigh in to make sure IVF treatment can continue in the state.

by Susanna Capelouto, Kyle Gassiott and Mary Scott Hodgin

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February 22, 2024 12:08 AM

Hydeia Broadbent, a prominent HIV/AIDS activist, dies at 39

Broadbent, diagnosed at age 3, was one of the first generation of children born HIV positive, and known for raising awareness to lessen the stigma of the disease from a young age. She died Tuesday.

by Diba Mohtasham

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February 21, 2024 3:35 PM

Closure of Fergus Falls inpatient behavioral health unit faces local opposition

Locals push back against the loss of a “literal lifesaver.” The hospital will continue to provide outpatient mental health services.

by Mathew Holding Eagle III

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February 21, 2024 12:14 PM

E-bike head trauma soars as helmet use falls, study finds

A new study shows that nearly 8,000 e-bike riders sought hospital care for head injuries in 2022. It's a huge increase and the majority of the injured riders were not wearing helmets.

by Ronnie Cohen

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