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July 11, 2023 7:04 AM

Deaths from xylazine are on the rise. The White House has a new plan to tackle it

Deaths from overdoses of Xylazine-laced fentanyl have surged. The White House drug czar says he's marshalling efforts on testing, tracking, treatment, and stopping the spread.

by Deepa Shivaram

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July 11, 2023 5:42 AM

Appeals court says Minnesota governor had authority to impose mask mandate

The Minnesota Court of Appeals says Gov. Tim Walz had the legal authority to mandate face masks when he declared a public health emergency in the early days of the COVID-19 pandemic.

by The Associated Press

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July 11, 2023 4:04 AM

An old drug offers a new way to stop STIs

Taken after sex, the antibiotic doxycycline can ward off some sexually transmitted illnesses. Doctors are already prescribing it and the CDC is expected to share guidance soon for how best to use it.

by Will Stone

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July 10, 2023 2:18 PM

Extreme heat will smother the South from Arizona to Florida

Parts of Arizona, Texas and South Florida are forecast to see dangerous temperatures again after a weekend of extreme heat. Forecasters warn against spending time outdoors.

by Juliana Kim

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July 10, 2023 12:49 PM

Use of mental health crisis line soars 1 year after 988’s launch in Minnesota

According to most recent data from the Minnesota Department of Health, or MDH, the month of May saw a 74 percent increase in calls statewide compared to the year before.

by Olivia Stevens

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July 10, 2023 4:00 AM

Here's who controls the $50 billion opioid settlement funds in each state

As money is funneled to states, opioid councils wield significant power in determining how it gets spent. They face concerns about conflicts of interest and lack of representation by affected groups.

by Aneri Pattani

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July 9, 2023 4:00 AM

Here's how 10 minutes of mindfulness can help make or break a family vacation

Research shows it's possible to generative positive emotions and memories, even amid strife and anxiety. If you're planning a family vacation, a simple meditation exercise can help you keep your cool.

by Allison Aubrey

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July 7, 2023 2:45 PM

COVID-19, firearm deaths and abortion: Minnesota health data roundup

This week’s roundup shows that COVID continues to wane in Minnesota, with low levels detected in wastewater plants throughout the state. In light of recent news we also take a look at firearm death rate and a new report showing a big increase in nonresident abortions in Minnesota last year.

by Craig Helmstetter

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July 7, 2023 4:00 AM

The CDC is helping states address gun injuries after years of political roadblocks

A grant program gives states a path around a 1996 federal rule that prohibits the CDC from advocating gun control — a rule critics say has had a chilling effect on studying who has been shot and how.

by Scott Neuman

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July 6, 2023 4:29 PM

Alzheimer's drug Leqembi gets full FDA approval. Medicare coverage will likely follow

The first drug found to slow the progression of Alzheimer's disease has been granted full approval by the Food and Drug Administration.

by Jon Hamilton

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Health

Deaths from xylazine are on the rise. The White House has a new plan to tackle it

Appeals court says Minnesota governor had authority to impose mask mandate

An old drug offers a new way to stop STIs

Extreme heat will smother the South from Arizona to Florida

Use of mental health crisis line soars 1 year after 988’s launch in Minnesota

Here's who controls the $50 billion opioid settlement funds in each state

Here's how 10 minutes of mindfulness can help make or break a family vacation

COVID-19, firearm deaths and abortion: Minnesota health data roundup

The CDC is helping states address gun injuries after years of political roadblocks

Alzheimer's drug Leqembi gets full FDA approval. Medicare coverage will likely follow

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