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Prescriptions for fresh fruits and vegetables help boost heart health
People with diet-related diseases show health improvements when they're given "prescription" produce. A new study shows reductions in blood sugar and blood pressure, key measures of heart health.
Sisters celebrate 10 years of supporting Alzheimer's caregivers
A pair of Minnesota sisters is turning the pain of losing their mother to Alzheimer’s into purpose. Ten years in, the Bash for Brains has raised more than $640,000.
Health data roundup: COVID's creep continues; a deep dive into diabetes rates
Recent COVID-19 increases have, in part, been detected through wastewater monitoring. Friday the state announced that the Metropolitan Council is stepping back from reporting on reporting pathogens detected in wastewater at the Metro wastewater treatment facility.
How to protect your ears and avoid hearing loss: An illustrated guide
Go easy on the Q-tips. Watch your phone volume. And if you’re experiencing hearing issues like muffled sounds or tinnitus, see a professional. This comic offers advice on how to care for your ears.
Minnesota State Fair officials offer tips for beating potential record heat this weekend
Minnesota may be headed for one of the hottest days ever recorded during the run of the State Fair — and fair officials are warning people to be prepared for the heat this weekend.
Leech Lake Band of Ojibwe formalizes adult-use recreational cannabis on its tribal lands
The ordinance creates a regulatory framework for the sale and consumption of cannabis and cannabis products on the reservation. State law, enforced by Leech Lake and county law enforcement across the reservation, legalized adult use of cannabis on Aug 1.