Integrity Health Network Worried About Blue Cross Blue Shield Contract
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.
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St. Luke's Second Annual Mental Health Conference
Conference brings forth discussion on mental health care being provided by primary care providers
New Tool Helps Lions Club Screen for Vision Problems
The Duluth Lions Club has a new tool in their paw to help children see better.
Knife Attack at Mental Facility, 7 Hospitalized
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
A game called Pokemon Go has people all over the world trying to catch 'em all.
St. Luke's Receives American Heart Association Award
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
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
This weekend Northland women will be rocking to fight breast cancer.
St. Louis County Public Health Offers Free Flu Shot Clinics
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
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
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
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 University of Wisconsin-Madison says meningococcal disease has been confirmed in third student.
