Health

October 7, 2018 5:15 PM

First-of-its-kind health conference starts Monday in Minneapolis

Organizers of the three-day MANOVA Global Summit expect to attract about 900 attendees, primarily from the region's health care sector.

by Laura Yuen

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October 7, 2018 7:20 AM

A veteran finds relief through fashion: 'It was so much about finding my peace'

During his Army deployment, Duane Topping began poring through fashion magazines. In retirement, what started as a sewing hobby to help alleviate his PTSD flourished into a new career as a designer.

by Emma Bowman and Kelly Moffitt

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October 6, 2018 7:30 PM

FDA bans use of 7 synthetic food additives after environmental groups sue

The Food and Drug Administration is banning the use of several synthetic flavoring compounds used to infuse flavors such as mint and cinnamon in foods. Environmental groups sued, citing cancer risks.

by Allison Aubrey

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October 5, 2018 6:59 PM

In addressing opioid epidemic, who pays?

The debate continues about whether taxpayers or drug companies should pay for opioid prevention and treatment programs in Minnesota.

by Jon Collins

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October 5, 2018 6:11 PM

Health officials warn about condition causing muscle weakness

Minnesota health officials are looking into six pediatric cases of a rare condition that causes muscle weakness and potentially paralysis or death.

by Martin Moylan

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October 4, 2018 12:18 PM

Building strength and resilience after a sexual assault: What works?

Sexual assault is still a highly stigmatized form of trauma, and that can complicate recovery for years, psychologists find. PTSD, depression and anxiety aren't unusual, but treatment can help.

by April Fulton

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October 3, 2018 6:22 PM

$2.5M grant awarded to project helping injured employees get back to work

The U.S. Department of Labor announced the award of $2.5 million to the RETAIN project, helping employees return to work faster and employers keep productivity high.

by Gabriel Kwan

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October 3, 2018 9:37 AM

Sexual assault and harassment may have lasting health repercussions for women

In small study of middle-aged women, a history of sexual assault and workplace harassment was linked to health problems like hypertension, sleeplessness and depression.

by Mara Gordon

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October 3, 2018 12:00 AM

A Minnesota debate on single-payer health care

Two state senators agree that health care is a moral imperative but disagree on the best way to provide it and pay for it.

by MPR News Staff

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October 2, 2018 6:29 PM

Study: Not everyone with appendicitis needs surgery

In a randomized clinical trial, researchers in Finland found around 60 percent of people with appendicitis could be treated with antibiotic therapy, rather than surgery.

by Dr. Jon Hallberg

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