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‘Red flag’ gun removal orders become new option in Minnesota in 2024
Earlier this year, the DFL-led Legislature approved the policy that will let a person petition the court to remove a firearm from another individual if they pose an extreme risk. It starts Jan. 1.
Health workers struggle to prevent an infectious disease 'disaster in waiting' in Gaza
Public health experts say conditions in war-torn Gaza are ripe for the spread of infectious disease. Health workers are struggling to spot and contain outbreaks, even as the health system teeters.
Virtual reality gives a boost to the 'lazy eye'
To treat amblyopia, or lazy eye, doctors typically prescribe a patch to cover the stronger eye and make the brain learn to work with the weaker one. Virtual reality offers a new approach.
Prominent addiction counselor and pioneer Peter Hayden retires
Peter Hayden, a prominent addiction counselor and the founder of Turning Point in Minneapolis, is retiring. He reflected on his career and shared what’s next ahead of his transition at the end of this year.
St. Cloud mental health center aims to be a bridge to healing
Ali Aden and Lul Nur moved from the Twin Cities more than a year ago to provide culturally specific mental health services for the East African community, which St. Cloud lacked.