UMD Raises Awareness for Mental Health
Students invited other students to come speak about their experience with mental health
October is mental health awareness month and breaking it down further.This week is national week without stigma
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Parents Of Man Found Dead Talk Stigma Of Mental Illness
Death Of Zakayo Magomolla, 24, Believed Accidental
New details emerged Monday about the man who was found dead in the rail yard behind the Duluth Depot. Duluth police believe the death was accidental. FOX 21’s Dan Hanger talked exclusively with Zakayo Magomolla’s parents about their son and his recent and serious troubles with mental illness – an illness they ultimately believe took his life.
Annual Duluth Senior Expo Happening This Wednesday
Event Expected to Draw Thousands to the DECC
The 14th Annual Duluth Senior Expo will be taking place at the DECC in Duluth on Wednesday, October 5 from 9a.m. to 3p.m.
Annual Conference Dealing with Behavioral Health Solutions
Over 200 Health Care Professionals Gather to Share Ideas and Discuss Solutions
Notes were gathered and information was collected by over 200 health care professionals today at the Duluth Entertainment Convention Center (DECC).
Annual Duluth Walk Benefits Make-A-Wish
An annual event is coming up this weekend where Northlanders can make a life-changing impact on children.
Striking Nurses to Vote on Allina Offer Monday
Nurses striking five hospitals in the Twin Cities metro will vote on the latest contract offer from Allina Health next week.
The 2016 Heart of Minnesota Volunteer of the Year Award is Handed Out
The Award Recognizes the Importance of Volunteering
Today the 2016 Heart of Minnesota Volunteer of the Year Award was given out at St. Luke’s Hospital in Duluth.
Disability Groups Question Ethics of WI Teen’s Decision to Die
Jerika Bolen made the decision to end her life, as her chronic pain increased
Disability rights advocates say the death of a Wisconsin teenager who was allowed to end treatment of her incurable disease was an injustice.
Biking Across America for Service Animal Awareness
He is taking his cause to the trails to educate the public
An Idaho man is taking his cause to the trails.
St. Luke’s Celebrates Expansion of Q Care Clinic
Q Care Clinic Expands to Mount Royal Medical Clinic
Today St. Luke’s celebrated the opening of its second Q–Care Express walk in clinic.
Legionnaires’ Outbreak in Hopkins Continues to Grow
The number of cases increases to 20
An outbreak of Legionnaires’ disease is growing in Hopkins.
Minnesota Nurses Seeking Income in Unexpected Ways During Strike
Some have even left Allina after frustration levels rise
Nurses on strike in Minnesota are finding unexpected ways to pay the bills.
Superior YMCA Promotes Aging Actively
It's a Week Full of Free Activites
It’s Active Aging Week, and YMCA in Superior is teaming up with Essentia Health to promote healthy activities for seniors.
Miller Dwan Foundation Hosts Annual ARTcetera Gala
The 18th Annual ARTcetera Gala aims to raise $150,000
The 18th Annual ARTcetera Gala, hosted by the Miller Dwan Foundation, was held tonight at the DECC.
One Dead in Legionnaire’s Disease Outbreak
Outbreak of the diesease in Minneapolis suburb of Hopkins
One person has died in an outbreak of Legionnaire’s disease in the Minneapolis suburb of Hopkins.
Hermantown Committee Hoping for “Yes” Vote on Wellness Center Project
Sales Tax Would Expand, Without an Increase in Tax Rates
City leaders in Hermantown are hoping voters will vote “Yes” for a planned health and wellness center.
Wisconsin Outlaws Synthetic Opioid
Synthetic opioid known as U-47700 has been outlawed
Wisconsin’s Controlled Substance Board has outlawed a synthetic opioid known as U-47700.
Number of Legionnaires’ Disease Cases in Hopkins Grows
Health officials have confirmed three additional cases
Minnesota health officials say the number of cases of Legionnaire’s disease associated with an outbreak in Hopkins continues to grow.
New Cancer Center Features Salon-Style Wig Room
The newly built NWCC in Ashland will let chemo patients get a new look
At the newly built Northwest Wisconsin Cancer Center of Memorial Medical Center (NWCC) in Ashland, Wisconsin, a salon-style wig room is giving chemotherapy patients a new look and a boost of self-confidence when going through treatments.
Outbreak of Legionnaires’ Disease in Hopkins
9 confirmed cases reported by MDS
Minnesota health officials are investigating several possible sources of an outbreak of Legionnaires’ disease in the Minneapolis suburb of Hopkins.
Wisconsin Health Officials Asking for More Funding
Want to increase spending by $452 million in upcoming state budget
Wisconsin health officials are asking Governor Scott Walker to increase Medicaid spending by $452 million in the upcoming state budget.
Positive Tests for West Nile in Michigan
Two Kent County residents test positive
Two people in western Michigan’s Kent County have tested positive for the West Nile virus.
Supporting Lung Cancer Research Through Fitness
A Breath of Hope Lung Run/Walk Duluth 5K
A Minnesota foundation is supporting lung cancer research and fitness at the same time.
Destination Fitness Celebrates Grand Opening
Mike and Julie Hendrickson celebrate opening another studio.
Mike and Julie Hendrickson celebrate opening another studio.
Quest to Add Health Plan Options in Minnesota Comes Up Short
An effort to recruit additional health insurers to Minnesota’s state-run exchange has come up empty.
Halvor Lines Celebrates Driver Appreciation Week
The Superior, Wisconsin based trucking and logistics company has been named a “Best Fleet to Drive For,” year after year, as they continually show dedication to drivers’ health, safety, and happiness.
Coping with Cancer Treatment Effects
St. Luke's to Support Cancer Survivors through Lecture
Dealing with a cancer diagnosis and going through cancer treatments can take a toll on a body and make a life-long impact.
With Flu Season Approaching St. Lukes is Preparing Duluth
Doctors urge the public to get a flu shot.
Doctors urge the public to get a flu shot.
Mental Health Task Force Meets in Duluth
Creating a Dialog With Local Health Experts
Mental health and the way we deal with those suffering with mental disabilities have made many headlines recently.
Grandma’s Minnesota Mile Winners
Four separate races were held on Sunday in downtown Duluth
A total of 514 people registered for the Grandma’s Minnesota Mile event which featured four separate divisions — Minnesota Mile (Elite), Duluth Mile (Semi-Elite), All City Mile (Recreational) and the Verizon Kids Mile.
Resources Available for Those Contemplating Suicide
September is Suicide Prevention Month
This month many Northlanders will be focusing on helping each other and sharing how you can prevent suicide.
Time to Reconsider the Five-Second Rule?
If you drop something on the floor call the five-second rule
It might be time to reconsider the five-second rule when thinking about eating food that you dropped on the floor.
Essentia Nurses Ratify Contract
After five months of negotiations they have a new contract
Some Northland nurses are now officially working under a new contract, after five months of negotiations.
Minnesota Schools Neglecting Water Testing Guidelines
Records show testing may not have been done since the late 90s
Records show testing for lead in drinking water at some Minnesota schools hasn’t been done since the late 1990s despite a state health recommendation that it be done every five years.
Essentia Nurses Set to Vote on Contract
After Reaching a Tentative Agreement Last Week, Nurses Will Cast Votes
It’s voting day Thursday for nurses at Essentia Health in Duluth and Superior.The Minnesota Nurses Association and Essentia Health reached a tentative deal on a new contract.
Indiana Catholic Health System to Drop Saint Names
Franciscan Alliance announced Tuesday it will rename 12 of its 14 hospitals
A large Catholic health system is dropping saint names from its hospitals to create a more unified identity.
Striking Nurses Picket 5 Minnesota Hospitals
Another bargaining session ended without agreement Saturday
Nurses are walking picket lines at five Minnesota hospitals in a strike over health insurance, workplace safety, and staffing.
Skyrocketing Healthcare Costs a Concern for Minneosta Famlies
Average MNsure premiums have increased, reaching historic high
Health insurance premium rates through the failed $400 million MNsure website have reached historic levels. Preliminary rate increases were released through healthcare.gov on Thursday afternoon.
Orlando Theme Parks Hand Out Free Bug Spray
Visitor concerns and Zika worries lead to free bug repellent
Orlando’s major theme parks are now offering free bug repellent to visitors, as concerns about mosquito-transmitted Zika virus mount in Florida.
Drug Overdose Spikes Finally Begin to Slow in Ohio
Overdoses seem to be leveling off after a major wave
Emergency rooms reported 174 drug overdose cases over six days, for an average of 29 per day.
Allina Nurses Schedule Strike
They have notified the company that they will begin striking Labor Day
The union representing around 4,800 nurses at five Allina hospitals in the Twin Cities area has notified the company that it will begin a strike on Labor Day.
8 People a Day Killed by Accidental Overdoses in Ohio
2015 proved to be a deadly year doubling the number of overdoses from 2014
Ohio officials say accidental drug overdoses killed a record 3,050 people in the state last year, or an average of eight per day.
Michigan Pro-Marijuana Group Loses Challenge Over Access to Ballot
Group was hoping to put the question on the fall ballot
A group trying to legalize the recreational use of marijuana in Michigan, has failed to persuade a judge to put the question on the fall ballot.
Sharp EpiPen Price Hikes Now Have Lawmakers Speaking Out
Senator Amy Klobuchar speaks out about price spike
U.S. Senator Amy Klobuchar has criticized the sharp price hikes for EpiPens.
Duluth Police and Fire Departments Battle for Good Cause
9th Annual Guns N Hoses
Thursday night the Duluth Police Department and the Duluth Fire Department will be battling on the diamond.
Medicare and Social Security PAC Endorses Nolan for Congress
Rep. Nolan Accepts Endorsement In Duluth
Minnesota Congressman Rick Nolan is adding one more endorsement to his list of supporters as he seeks reelection in the fall.
Contracts Return to the Bargaining Table for Allina Nurses
The latest labor contract offers were rejected last week
The Minnesota Nurses Association and Allina Health have returned once again to the bargaining table.
West Nile Virus Found in Donated Blood
Oakland County, Michigan officlas say donated blood tested positive
Health officials in Oakland County, Michigan say donated blood has tested positive for West Nile virus.
Security Struggles for Planned Parenthood
Officials have reviewed security in the wake of Colorado Springs attack
Officials announced today that the Appleton clinic will not reopen and say the closure is a loss of women in the northern and central parts of Wisconsin.
Hepatitis C Deaths Spike; Baby Boomers At Highest Risk
Hepatitis C deaths have reached an all-time high in the U.S. – and it’s not just from dirty needles within the drug-using community. Baby Boomers are at highest risk, according to the Centers for Disease Control.
