Health

November 16, 2023 4:00 AM

Decree encourages Minnesota Muslim women to use donated breast milk for vulnerable kids

A Muslim legal expert on Thursday signed a religious ruling that will allow Muslim families in Minnesota to use donated breast milk for vulnerable babies in intensive care. The decree is believed to be the first of its kind in the U.S. and may save lives.

by Kyra Miles

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November 15, 2023 3:39 PM

State officials add dozens of lakes and streams to impaired waters list for sulfate and PFAS pollution

State officials are proposing to add 54 lakes and streams to the list of Minnesota waters considered impaired because of pollution. The list includes a large lake on the border of the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness that exceeds the state’s wild rice sulfate standard.

by Dan Kraker

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November 15, 2023 10:45 AM

Getting better sleep in anxious times

Sleep is a cornerstone of health, but a lot of us aren’t getting enough of it. MPR News host Angela Davis talks with a neurologist who specializes in treating sleep disorders about coming off daylight saving time and how to get a better night’s rest.

by Angela Davis and Maja Beckstrom

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November 15, 2023 4:01 AM

Should Medicaid pay to help someone find a home? California is trying it

California is making the nation's most ambitious effort yet to cover non-traditional health care services like housing and food for some of the state's sickest and most vulnerable residents.

by Ryan Levi and Dan Gorenstein

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November 14, 2023 1:44 PM

Can little actions bring big joy? Researchers find 'micro-acts' can boost well-being

A new citizen-scientist research project aims to test whether daily moments of awe, kindness and gratitude can make a real impact. Early results are promising. And it's not too late to join the study.

by Allison Aubrey

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November 14, 2023 4:54 AM

Lung cancer survival rates rise, but low screening rates leave many people at risk

A new survey finds more people are surviving lung cancer and racial disparities are shrinking. But unless it's caught early, lung cancer still has a low survival rate.

by Yuki Noguchi and Carmel Wroth

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November 13, 2023 3:59 PM

New audit questions oversight of Senior Nutrition Program

A new report from the Office of the Legislative Auditor of Minnesota found that the Minnesota Board on Aging did not meet legal standards in its oversight of the Senior Nutrition Program.

by Peter Cox

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November 13, 2023 5:04 AM

For the first time, gene-editing provides hints for lowering cholesterol

Researchers report the first results from a study testing the revolutionary gene-editing technique known as CRISPR for cutting high cholesterol.

by Rob Stein

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November 13, 2023 5:04 AM

Hearing loss can lead to deadly falls, but hearing aids may cut the risk

Falling is the top cause of injury for older adults and even mild hearing loss can increase the risk. But consistently wearing hearing aids may improve balance and prevent falls, a study finds.

by Allison Aubrey