Duluth Public Library Focuses on Health and Wellness
DULUTH, Minn. - Taking care of your health is something important no matter your age, and this weekend the Duluth Public Library is dedicating a day to wellness. The Duluth Public Library…
Health
More Medical Services Available in Ashland
ASHLAND Wis.- The Ashland community now has better access to medical specialists. St.Luke’s celebrated its new Chequamegon Clinic building on Wednesday, April 25th. Medical professionals say the larger space has been a long…
Native American Health, Resiliency, Highlighted in New Exhibition
DULUTH, Minn. - This week an exhibition is debuting at the Karpeles Manuscript Library Museum focused on Native American resiliency, health and perspectives in the Great Lakes region. A reception featuring the work…
New Shingles Vaccine Available
DULUTH, Minn.- It's a common disease in elderly adults, medical professionals warn, shingles can be painful and cause many side effects. But now a new vaccine is on the market. The new…
Working Out with XMT-3 Training Studio
DULUTH, Minn. - As the weather begins to warm, more and more people are heading outside to enjoy the nice days. Many are doing their first runs outside, while some are training…
CASDA Officially Launches Pet Foster Program
DULUTH, Minn. - On average, nearly 20 people per minute are physically abused by a partner in the United States, according to the National Center Against Domestic Violence. Officials say it…
Northland Community Wellness Day
DULUTH, Minn. - The city of Duluth teamed up with UMD health services to host Northland Community Wellness Day. The event took place at the Essentia Duluth Heritage Center. Its mission…
Strength Training on New Duluth YMCA Equipment
DULUTH, Minn. -As Spring weather continues to evade the Northland, FOX 21's William Seay went inside the Duluth YMCA to work with a personal trainer. Emily Ranta, the Associate Executive Director of…
Flag Ceremony Honors Organ Recipients and Donors
DULUTH, Minn.- Organ donors and recipients were honored today in downtown Duluth. Studies show over 3,00 people in the Midwest are waiting to receive an organ. Essentia Health raised a flag showing…
Out with the Old, In with the Juul
DULUTH, Minn.- A new craze is making its way through the Midwest called 'juuling.' Juul's are a type of electronic, re-chargeable cigarette that is claimed to provide a healthier alternative to smoking…
Education, Resources Provided at Community Wellness Day
DULUTH, Minn. - On Saturday, April 14, you're invited to the Essentia Health Duluth Heritage Center for Northland Community Wellness Day 2018. The event runs from 10:00 a.m. until 2:00…
UMinn Wins $42 Million Biomedical Research Grant
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) - A $42 million biomedical research grant to the University of Minnesota is one of the biggest federal grants the school has ever received. The university is announcing the National Institutes of Health grant Friday morning. The Star…
St Luke's Comes Out Against 'Earned Sick and Safe Time' Ordinance
DULUTH, Minn. -- St. Luke's -- one of Duluth's largest employers -- sent a detailed letter to city councilors Wednesday with their disapproval of the proposed Earned Sick and Safe Time ordinance. This comes after more than 20 restaurants in…
Pets Paired with Patients During End of Life Care
DULUTH, Minn. - Providing end of life care can be one of the most difficult, yet rewarding jobs in the medical industry. Now with the help of four-legged friends, local hospitals and…
Reducing the Stigma Around Mental Health
DULUTH, Minn.- Workers for the city of Duluth began training the correct way to address mental illness in the work place last year, Tuesday a plethora of organizations are following suit.…
