Health

One Dead in Legionnaire's Disease Outbreak

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

City leaders in Hermantown are hoping voters will vote “Yes” for a planned health and wellness center.

Wisconsin Outlaws Synthetic Opioid

Wisconsin's Controlled Substance Board has outlawed a synthetic opioid known as U-47700.

Number of Legionnaires' Disease Cases in Hopkins Grows

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

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

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

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 people in western Michigan's Kent County have tested positive for the West Nile virus.

Supporting Lung Cancer Research Through Fitness

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.

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.