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August 13, 2023 11:31 AM

Brainerd boil water advisory continues

A boil water advisory is still in effect in Brainerd, Minn., after the advisory was issued on Thursday.

by Aaliyah Demry

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August 11, 2023 1:50 PM

COVID-19 on the rise in Minnesota

While the number of COVID-19 hospitalizations remains among the lowest in the pandemic, the uptick warrants vigilance — especially given that the state is also seeing some increases in COVID-19 detected in wastewater.

by Craig Helmstetter

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August 11, 2023 12:17 PM

Coronavirus FAQ: Is it wiser to get a booster now or wait for the new fall booster?

Maybe it’s not a summer surge but COVID numbers are definitely ticking up. For those with concerns due to personal risk factors or the start of the school year, the booster question is top of mind.

by Fran Kritz

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August 11, 2023 8:35 AM

Boil water advisory issued for city of Brainerd

A boil water advisory is in effect for the city of Brainerd, Minn., after testing found bacterial contamination in the city water system.

by Andrew Krueger

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August 10, 2023 11:44 AM

Hmong patients more likely to suffer strokes and at younger ages, says new U study

The study found that Hmong stroke patients are on average 11 years younger than their white counterparts, and are twice more likely to suffer from the more serious type of stroke.

by Joey Peters

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August 10, 2023 8:17 AM

As canine flu outbreak subsides, officials ease guidance for Minnesota dog owners

Animal health officials in Minnesota say they think the worst of a canine influenza outbreak may be over — and they’re updating their guidance for dog owners.

by Tim Nelson

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August 10, 2023 4:00 AM

Minnesota Rokkr Regiment reconnects veterans, active duty members through video game

A Twin Cities based esports organization is helping active service members and veterans build community and talk through common challenges while playing the popular video game, Call of Duty.

by Hannah Yang

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August 9, 2023 4:50 PM

What role can psychedelics play in mental health?

The state of Minnesota has a new task force to look at how drugs like LSD and psilocybin might be used in medicine. MPR News host Angela Davis talks with her guests about what the current research suggests about using these drugs for mental health.

by Angela Davis and Danelle Cloutier

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August 9, 2023 4:06 PM

Medicaid coverage ends for 32,600 Minnesotans, thousands renew

The call to action for people to retain coverage for Medical Assistance insurance started in May for the 97,900 people who have an annual renewal date in July, DHS officials said.

by Sarah Thamer

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August 9, 2023 5:40 AM

When a brain injury impairs memory, a pulse of electricity may help

A severe traumatic brain injury can make it hard to remember recent events or conversations. But a form of brain stimulation appears to ease this memory deficit.

by Jon Hamilton

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