Hospitals Dealing with National IV Solution Shortage
DULUTH, Minn.- There's a national shortage of IV solution; aftermath of hurricane Maria in Puerto Rico, which happens to be home to 80 drug manufactures, who supplied it the solution to the U.S.…
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Child Care, Long-Term Care Facilities Get Tough Against Flu Outbreak
DULUTH, Minn. - Long-term care facilities and child day cares are on alert to help prevent the spread of flu as the state of Minnesota has recently seen an…
MNsure Boasts 116K Signups in Record Year
ST. PAUL, Minn.-Minnesota's health insurance exchange says it enrolled more than 116,000 residents in plans this year. MNsure announced its record level of signups for the individual market on Wednesday. It comes days after open enrollment ended Sunday in Minnesota.…
Saturday Morning Races Aim to Keep Kids Active
DULUTH, Minn. - Grandma's Marathon may be six months away, but that isn't stopping some events from starting up to prepare for the big day. The Young Athletes Foundation is offering free…
Duluth Takes on Big Tobacco
DULUTH, Minn.-In the coming weeks, the city of Duluth is set to take on big tobacco as they are discussing banning flavored tobacco products from convenience stores. Today officials from the University…
Minnesota Flu Season in Full Swing; One child death reported
ST. PAUL, Minn.-Minnesota has reported its first child death from the flu this season. The weekly flu report shows a continued increase in flu activity across Minnesota. As of the week ending Jan. 6, the Minnesota Department of Health reports…
Dietitian: Eating "SMART" Helps New Year's Resolutions
DULUTH, Minn. - In a new year, many Northlanders are trying to better themselves with a list of resolutions. One of the most common resolutions is to eat better. Registered Dietitian and…
Senate Committee Vote on Bill Relaxing Air Pollution Rules
MADISON, Wis. (AP) - A legislative committee is set to approve a Republican bill that would relax Wisconsin air pollution regulations. The bill would repeal any state air pollution rules that go beyond federal regulations by the end of 2018.…
Whooping Cough Reported in Grand Rapids School
GRAND RAPIDS, Minn.-A case of whooping cough has been reported in Grand Rapids Schools. A representative from the Minnesota Department of Health said they are concerned about an outbreak in that region right now. They said the symptoms are whooping…
Saturday Morning at the Races Kicks-off
DULUTH, Minn.-- Friday was a day for the races over at the college of St. Scholastica. Kids of all ages took part in the first Saturday Morning at the Races…
Ordinance May Restrict Flavored Tobacco Products In Duluth Convenience Stores
Management from both smaller local convenience stores and big names like Kwik Trip are speaking out against the proposed ban. Gary Milk House Owner Derek Medved carries a variety of flavored…
Flu Season Affecting Many in the Northland
DULUTH, Minn.- Have you been feeling under the weather lately? Doctors say this flu season could be shaping out to be worse than last years. Medical professionals say you don't need to…
Working in Winter Conditions
DULUTH, Minn.-- This winter has been extremely cold so far in the Northland. While some are bundling up avoiding the outdoors others braving chilly temperatures at work. “It’s a battle…
Duluth Designated Baby Friendly City
DULUTH, Minn. - Duluth has been named the fittest city and the least stressful city in the past and now one more title can be added to that list. Mayor Emily Larson was…
Experts Offer Tips on How to Avoid Frostbite
DULUTH, Minn.-If you dared to battle the frigid temperatures the last few days, there’s a chance you were rolling the dice on getting frostbite. Local medical experts say that you can get it…
