Medical Professionals Warn About Flu Season
Essentia Health Seeing An Uptick Of Patients
It’s getting to be that time of year – cold and flu season is well on its way.
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Twin Ports Mayors Declare World AIDS Day
World AIDS Day has been recognized since 1988, this year Duluth/Superior Pride decided to get involved and host a community event.
PTSD added to Minnesota’s medical marijuana program
Was approved by Minnesota Department of Health Commissioner, Thursday
Minnesota is adding post-traumatic stress disorder as a condition that qualifies for medical marijuana under the state program.
Pillows Donated to St. Luke’s Cancer Patients
Hermantown Middle School students donate pillows for patients at St. Luke's
Hermantown Middle School students created the pillows for cancer patients at St. Luke’s hospital
Federal assistance triples in Minnesota, as health premiums rise
The average subsidy for health plans is $637
Minnesota residents buying health insurance through the state’s exchange are getting more help from the federal government.
St. Luke’s Recognized as Breastfeeding Friendly
Hospital offers private breastfeeding area and flexible schedule
St. Luke’s offers breastfeeding room that can be used by employees and visitors
Sabra recalls some hummus flavors due to Listeria concerns
Inspectors indentfied Listeria monocytogenes in their manufacturing facility
Sabra Dipping Co., LLC has voluntarily recalled certain hummus products made prior to November 8, 2016 after inspectors identified the bacterium Listeria monocytogenes in their manufacturing facility.
Alaska Man Indicted for Threats Against Planned Parenthood
Call Center reported threatening calls on November 7
An Alaska man has been indicted after he allegedly suggested a Planned Parenthood clinic in Anchorage should not open because a rocket-propelled grenade was pointed at it.
Workers Share Their Stories for Earned Sick and Safe Time
MPIRG event hopes to continue momentum for earned sick and safe time policy for Duluth.
Students with MPIRG hosted a workers rights event where members of the labor force shared their stories for earned sick and safe time.
Narcan in the Northland: A Second Chance
Overdose Antidote Keeping People Alive
St. Louis County First Responders are now carrying a drug that saves people from fatal opioid overdoses, giving them a second chance at life.
Integrity Health Network Worried About Blue Cross Blue Shield Contract
Integrity's contract with Blue Cross Blue Shield ends in 2017 and they fear they could lose many patients.
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Minnesota has ended contracts with independent providers and physicians across the state and that has at least one network concerned.
St. Luke’s Second Annual Mental Health Conference
Second annual conference trains practitioners in mental health treatment
Conference brings forth discussion on mental health care being provided by primary care providers
New Tool Helps Lions Club Screen for Vision Problems
The Lions Club provides free vision screening to youth and adults in the Northland
The Duluth Lions Club has a new tool in their paw to help children see better.
Knife Attack at Mental Facility, 7 Hospitalized
Mental health facility near Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Authorities say seven people have been taken to the hospital after a knife attack at a mental health facility near Pittsburgh.
New Emergency Rule Requires Doctors to Learn About Opioid Prescriptions
The State Department of Safety and Professional Services has passed an emergency rule requiring doctors to get biennial training on prescribing opioids.
Northland Kids Get Active with Pokemon Go
Pokemon Go in the Northland: Part 2
A game called Pokemon Go has people all over the world trying to catch ’em all.
St. Luke’s Receives American Heart Association Award
AHA Presents Award To St.Lukes
When it comes to treating heart attacks St. Luke’s Hospital is being recognized as one of the best.
EPA Proposes Expanded Use of New Herbicide
A review found Enlist doesn't "show any increased toxicity to plants"
The Environmental Protection Agency has proposed expanding the use of a new version of a popular weed killer on genetically modified crops.
Northland Women to Fight Against Breast Cancer
Women Rock Duluth 2016
This weekend Northland women will be rocking to fight breast cancer.
St. Louis County Public Health Offers Free Flu Shot Clinics
Free flu shots are being offered to those six months and older.
In an effort to combat the flu from spreading, the St. Louis County Public Health Department is hosting free flu shot clinics across Duluth.
Post-Election Special Session Talks to Address Rising Health Care Premiums
Daudt and Dayton met Tuesday to discuss options
Governor Mark Dayton and legislative leaders have now set their sights on a post-election special session to address rising health care premiums.
Safe Candy Options for Halloween
With so much candy going around, it’s important to monitor how much candy the little ones are eating.
Free Flu Shot Clinics Offered in Duluth
For those who are uninsured or underinsured
St. Louis County Public Health nurses will be conducting a series of free flu shot clinics in Duluth, for those six months and older, who are uninsured or underinsured.
Uncompensated Hospital Care Costs in Minnesota Drop 17 Percent
The report was conducted by the Minnesota Department of Health
A new report shows the cost of uncompensated care at Minnesota hospitals has dropped nearly 17 percent since the federal Affordable Care Act was implemented.
UW-Madison Confirms Meningococcal Disease in 3rd Student
The disease often causes meningitis, an inflammation of the lining surrounding the brain and spinal cord
The University of Wisconsin-Madison says meningococcal disease has been confirmed in third student.
Dayton Plans to Provide a 25 Percent Health Insurance Premium Rebate
Premiums have been on the rise for those enrolled in plans under the Affordable Care Act
Detailed plan was announced to provide a 25-percent health insurance premium rebate in an effort to address rising premiums for Minnesotans.
Joy Ride Teams Up With Local Bars
In Hopes To Lower DWI Rates
With an average of nearly one thousand DWI arrest each year.It’s no surprise that southern St. Louis and Carlton counties rank number 5 in the U.S. for the deadliest counties related to DWI.
Premiums Continue to Rise as Health Care Debate Stalls
Daudt threatening to call for Dayton's resignation over MN's rising health care costs
Republican House Speaker Kurt Daudt is threatening to call for Governor Mark Dayton’s resignation over Minnesota’s rising health care costs and access issues.
New Community Initiative Spreads Awareness for Dementia
Studies show that Alzheimer’s and dementia are the sixth leading cause of death among Americans.
Sixth District Treatment Courts Receive Grant
The 975,000 dollar grant runs over three years.
The 975,000 dollar grant runs over three years.
Governor Dayton Urges Legislators to Agree on Health Care Fix
Governor Mark Dayton says he will call a special session to address rapidly rising costs for people buying health insurance through Minnesota’s state exchange, if legislative leaders can come up with a plan of action.
UMD Students Hope to Bring Positivity to Children with Cancer
Love Your Melon Day
UMD students are hoping to bring smiles to the faces of Northland children with cancer.
Hermantown Hopes To Open Wellness Center
Votes needed to approve sales tax for funding
The city of Hermantown has a big decision this November, whether or not to vote for the city to acquire the use of the current sales tax for a big city project.
DRCC Celebrates 50 Years
The organization celebrates the milestone but still needs help
The organization celebrates the milestone but still needs help
New Pool of Zika-Positive Mosquitoes in Miami Beach
Insects were collected from a trap on October 5
Officials say a new pool of mosquitoes taken from Miami Beach has tested positive for Zika.
Essentia Hospice Holds ‘Service of Remembrance’
Those who have passed away in hospice at Essentia St. Mary’s were honored by loved ones.
Medicine Cabinet Cleanout at WLSSD
Community Effort With Pharmacists and Law Enforcement
Today was a chance for Northlanders to clean out their medicine cabinets, all in the name of public health and safety.
Nurses Officially Ratify Contract with Allina Health
An agreement has been made between MNA members and Allina Health
A majority of the striking nurses represented by the Minnesota Nurses Association have voted in favor of the tentative agreement with Allina Health on October 11, 2016.
Cancer Survivors Talk About Bowling For Cancer
Survivors Talk About Finding Support and Friendship
Survivors talk about finding support and friendship.
East Lansing Legalizes Marijuana Use
Decriminalizes use and possession, over the age of 21
East Lansing has passed an ordinance legalizing the use and possession of less than an ounce of marijuana on private property by people over age 21.
Gov. Dayton: Health Law ‘No Longer Affordable’
Critique of the Affordable Care Act
Governor Mark Dayton made the stinging critique of the Affordable Care Act on Wednesday, while addressing questions about Minnesota’s fragile health insurance market.
Hopkins Cooling Tower Source of Legionnaires’ Disease Outbreak
23 people fell ill, 1 died from the outbreak
The Minnesota Department of Health says it has identified the source of the outbreak of Legionnaires’ disease in Hopkins that sicked 23 people and caused one death.
Cloquet Firefighters Go Pink For Breast Cancer Awareness
The fire department is showing their support with pink t-shirts.
The fire department is showing their support with pink t-shirts.
Nurses Reach Tentative Contract Agreement with Allina Health
After weeks of striking and negotiations, contract agreements have been made
After a 17 hour negotiating session, that began at 11 a.m. Monday, October 10, 2016, the Minnesota Nurses Association (MNA) and Allina Health announced that they have reached a tentative agreement on all outstanding contract issues.
Family: Morgan’s Cancer Fight Taught Us How To Live
Morgan Long Was 19 Years Old
FOX 21’s Dan Hanger sits down with the Long family of Duluth whose daughter, Morgan, died Friday after an 18-year fight with cancer. It’s a celebration of her life and the lessons she taught others on how to live.
Federal Regulators Plan to Review Wisconsin DNR Water Enforcement
Investigation into claims that the agency is failing to enforce laws and regulation
Federal regulators plan to visit Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources headquarters this week to investigate claims the agency is failing to enforce water pollution laws and regulations.
State Inspectors Check Wisconsin Crops for Contamination after Floods
Contact with flood water is considered unfit for consumption
State food safety inspectors are checking vegetables from farms in flooded areas of Wisconsin for contamination.
Suicide Awareness Memorial Walk
People walked to remember loved ones lost to suicide
People came together to remember loved ones lost and bring awareness to the suicide epidemic.
Flu Season is Right Around the Corner
Local Doctors Say Flu Season Runs From September Through March
Throughout the months of September through March, it can often feel like we’re walking on pins and needles when it comes to your health.
New Health and Wellness Business Opens Up
"The Well" Opens Its Doors, Offering Services for the Mind and Body
It was a perfect day to take a deep breath and concentrate on the mind, body and soul for some Northlanders today.
