Northland Counties Rank Low in State Health Report
An annual health report released Wednesday morning has St. Louis County ranked 74 out of Minnesota's 87 counties in "health outcomes."
Health
New Protein Discovery Could Help Treat Alzheimer's
A new study could shed some light on a protein that may be the main culprit behind Alzheimer’s disease.
Artificial Sweetener Ingredient Could Block Cancer Cells
New research suggests a popular sugar substitute could lead to new treatments for some of the most common types of cancers.
New Medical Facility in Rural Wisconsin
Great news for the rural healthcare system in Wisconsin.
Northland Campuses Celebrate World Water Week
National Water Week is making a splash at local colleges by inspiring students to understand water issues.
Locals Help out Music Scene Key Player
Community members and local artists are coming together to help out a man very instrumental to the local music scene.
'Moderation Management' Program Helps Heavy Drinkers
Heavy drinkers are turning to a new approach in their effort to manage the habit.
CSS Graduate To Bikes Cross-Country For Mental Health
Friday evening, a Hermantown native and St. Scholastic graduate, is preparing to embark on the journey of a lifetime to raise awareness for mental health.
Tool Could Revolutionize Skin Cancer Detection
It affects one out of every five Americans at some point in their life.
Seminar Helps Runners Prepare for Grandma's
Natalie Froistad talks with Bob Gustafson about a seminar that helps runners get ready for Grandma's Marathon.
Carlton County Drug Court Celebrates Grand Opening
The Carlton County Drug Court celebrates grand opening at the county courthouse.
Toddlers, Teens Most at Risk for Medicine Poisonings
Nearly half of the 1.34 million calls to poison centers each year are for potential medical poisonings among kids.
Still Time to Help Northland Food Shelves
There is still time to raise awareness and help locals who need help putting food on the table.
Obese Women Have 40% Higher Cancer Risk
Obese women may have as much as a 40 percent higher risk for cancer compared to thinner women.
Doctors: Healthy Children Don't Need Daily Vitamins
The vitamin world is speaking to children. But when it comes to taking daily supplements, pediatricians say kids don't necessarily need them.
