New Wellness Center in Hermantown Unveils $17 million Plan
The wellness center will be named the "Essentia Health Regional Wellness Center" after Essentia Health, who donated 2 Million dollars to the project.
Health
Study: Half of U.S. Has Diabetes, Pre-Diabetes
This comes from a recent study that found the diabetes rate is even higher in Asians, blacks and Hispanics.
Northland Health Survey
Healthcare officials encourage randomly selected households to participate in a health survey.
Unlocking the Secrets of Alzheimer's Disease
The average healthy brain has more than 100 billion nerve cells which record and recall memories and tell our bodies what to do.
Treating Nail Fungus
Nail fungus is contagious and causes visual changes in the nail.
Allergies Sending More Northlanders to Emergency Room
Some local hospitals have been seeing an uptick in sinus and allergy-related visits.
The Benefits of Radiation Therapy
After cancer patients battle chemotherapy and surgery, the fight is not over.
FDA Warns of 'Dangerous' Powdered Caffeine Products
The warning follows the deaths of two young men last year who died after using the stimulant.
Essentia Expanding Telemedicine Services
A new grant is helping Essentia Health deliver a special service to patients in rural areas.
Make-A-Wish Grants Hermantown Boy Trip of A Lifetime
Tuesday night a Hermantown boy and his family shared memories from their trip of a lifetime.
Study: College Students Choosing Pot Over Cigs
For the first time in 35 years, college students are consuming more pot than cigarettes, according to an annual study done by the University of Michigan.
Douglas County Confirms 1st Case of West Nile Virus
The Douglas County Health Department reports a dead crow found in Douglas County August 25, 2015 has tested positive for the West Nile virus.
Focus on Health: Breast Cancer Acupuncture
Dealing with cancer treatment can take a lot of a patient. Now, there’s a non-traditional way to help make it a bit more manageable.
Superior Man Triathlon Race
More than 400 athletes put their endurance to the test in one of the fastest growing sports.
Shoe Drive for the Homeless Community
The Minnesota Shoe Drive is asking people to donate new or almost new shoes, boots, socks or gift cards.
