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Mayo Clinic performed record number of solid organ transplants in 2025
Mayo performed more solid organ transplants last year than ever before. The clinic and hospital system credits its commitment to research and new technology and the generosity of its organ donors.
Federal judge hears arguments in lawsuit over federal Medicaid funding halt
A federal judge in St. Paul heard arguments Thursday from the state of Minnesota and the Trump administration over a halt of $259 million in Medicaid payments to the state.
Preventing, detecting and treating colorectal cancer
MPR News host Angela Davis talks about preventing, detecting and treating colorectal cancer — and why screening can actually stop cancer before it starts.
Minnesota Medicaid chief: Walz's overhaul plan would strengthen oversight
Gov. Tim Walz wants the Department of Human Services to take over much of the state’s Medicaid operations. State Medicaid director John Connolly tells MPR News the plan would improve transparency.
Torn ACLs more common in high school girls' sports, but experts say prevention is possible
A physical therapist explains why serious knee injuries are on the rise for high school athletes, especially in girls’ sports, and shares strategies for prevention.
Two Dakota nations sign cannabis compacts with state of Minnesota
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz has signed two more cannabis compacts with tribal nations — the Shakopee Mdewakanton Sioux Community and the Lower Sioux Indian Community — bringing the total number of tribal‑state cannabis compacts to nine.
First ‘craft cannabis’ products hit recreational dispensaries in Minnesota
Minnesota’s “craft cannabis” market is starting to take shape as the first few products from small, independent producers make it to dispensary shelves. But producers say testing is proving to be the biggest obstacle.