Deadline Approaches for MNsure Enrollment
ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) - Minnesota residents who buy health insurance on the individual market have until Wednesday to enroll in the state-run health care exchange if they want to be covered…
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St. Luke's Cardiologist Gives Heart Health Tips for Winter Months
DULUTH, Minn. - With recent snowfall and more in the forecast, doctors are giving warnings for those headed outside. Without previous exercise, many bodies aren't ready for snowy conditions. Dr. Disha Mookherjee…
Chicken Pox Cases on Rise in Minnesota
MINNEAPOLIS-Minnesota health officials say there's an increase in the number of chickenpox cases this year. Department of Health spokesman Doug Schultz says nearly 400 cases have been reported, the highest number since 2013 when about 480 cases were reported. Schultz…
Dealing With Dementia During the Holidays
DULUTH, Minn.- Gathering with family during the holidays is exciting but can be hectic for those suffering with dementia. Experts told FOX 21 make sure your festive gathering is a safe space.…
Expert Offers Tips on Winter Skin Care
DULUTH, Minn. - Winter in the Northland can be hard on your skin because of the cold, dry air causing inflammation. Staff at one local spa in Duluth have a few…
'Man Flu' is Real, Researcher Claims
(FOX NEWS) - The so-called “man flu” has been a punchline for decades, but according to one expert it may be time to stop taking it lightly. Dr. Kyle Sue, a Canadian doctor whose findings…
Wisconsin Health Professionals Hope to Expand Vaccine Access
MILWAUKEE (AP) - The Medical College of Wisconsin wants to expand access to vaccines by having drug stores offer immunizations. Wisconsin Public Radio reports that the college is spending $489,000 on a vaccination project with the Pharmacy Society of Wisconsin.…
Superior High School Students Hold Discussion About Concussions
SUPERIOR, Wis. - Over the last few years, we've all heard a lot about the effects concussions can have on athletes. Two Superior High School students looked into the information and on…
Northland Doctors Discuss Ethical Patient Care
DULUTH, Minn.- Northland medical professionals are discussing ethical issues when treating patients with pain or addiction. The goal of the Medical Ethics Conference is to make sure patients are being treated fairly.…
Coldest Air Of Season Creates Concern For Homeless
DULUTH, Minn- The coldest air of the season is settling in on the Northland, which has advocates concerned for homeless in the area. Typically, the CHUM homeless shelter in Duluth hosts about…
Essentia Health Pharmacies Accepting Unwanted Medications
DULUTH, Minn. - Essentia Health is looking to keep unused or expired medications out of the wrong hands, as well as out of landfills and waters. Essentia announced Monday that anyone looking to get rid of prescription and over-the-counter drugs…
Several Northlanders Hospitalized from Possible Carbon Monoxide Exposure
VIRGINIA, Minn.- Seven Northlanders on the Iron Range are in the hospital after possible carbon monoxide exposure. The owner of the residence where this happened says three people live in…
'Tree of Lights' Ceremony Helps Grieving Families
DULUTH, Minn. - A ceremony at Essentia Health helps grieving families get through the holiday season. The holidays can be difficult for families experiencing the loss of a loved one.…
Hermantown Students Graduate from D.A.R.E.
HERMANTOWN, Minn. - Hermantown kids are ready for some of life's toughest lessons, thanks to the D.A.R.E program. More than 170 sixth grade students graduated from the 2017 D.A.R.E program In Friday. Hermantown…
Northlanders Raise Awareness on World AIDS Day
DULUTH, Minn. - A candlelight vigil took place in Downtown Duluth to commemorate the lives lost to HIV and AIDS, as well as draw attention to the illness as a way to…
