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After years in decline, U.S. drowning deaths are rising again

After years in decline, U.S. drowning deaths are rising again

For the first time in decades, the number of drowning deaths in the United States is on the rise. Researchers say part of the reason for the spike is the pandemic when many pools were closed.
by Joe Hernandez

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Sole GOP lawmaker on cannabis negotiating panel shares concerns about rollout

Sole GOP lawmaker on cannabis negotiating panel shares concerns about rollout

Widespread cannabis dispensaries are one step closer to reality after the Minnesota Legislature approved a bill speeding up the process for licensing. Rep. Nolan West has lingering concerns.
by Cathy Wurzer and Gracie Stockton

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DOJ lawsuit: City of Anoka discriminated against residents with mental health disabilities

DOJ lawsuit: City of Anoka discriminated against residents with mental health disabilities

The city of Anoka discriminated against individuals with mental health disabilities, discouraging tenants from making emergency service calls for fear of eviction, according to a lawsuit filed by the U.S. Department of Justice Tuesday.
by Cari Spencer

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Like to bike? Your knees will thank you and you may live longer, too

Like to bike? Your knees will thank you and you may live longer, too

New research shows lifelong bikers have healthier knees, less pain and a longer lifespan, compared to people who've never biked. This adds to the evidence that cycling promotes healthy aging.
by Allison Aubrey

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Water safety and air quality awareness as we near the start of summer

Water safety and air quality awareness as we near the start of summer

Drowning death rates increased nationally during the course of the pandemic, according to a new study. Another seasonal risk as we head into summer: bad air quality. On Monday, air pollution in the Twin Cities was the worst it’s been since last June.
by Alyson Clary and Elisabeth Gawthrop

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Birth & Depression: The Unspoken Conversation

Birth & Depression: The Unspoken Conversation

This special program looks at the under-recognized public health issue of postpartum depression and the challenge of treatment. We’ll hear first-hand from people who have experienced it. 
by Jessica Bari

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