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Walz signs order restricting 'conversion therapy' for minors

Walz signs order restricting 'conversion therapy' for minors

Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz signed an executive order aimed at banning so-called conversion therapy on Thursday — but he said it's just a start and called on the Legislature to make the ban permanent.
by The Associated Press

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The pandemic has worsened childhood vaccination rates around the world

The pandemic has worsened childhood vaccination rates around the world

The pandemic has hurt even routine health services, like vaccines and checkups, as well as immunization outreach, for children around the world, the World Health Organization and UNICEF report.
by Jaclyn Diaz

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In north Minneapolis, come for the haircut, stay for the shot

In north Minneapolis, come for the haircut, stay for the shot

A White House initiative aims to bring the vaccine to Black-owned barbershops and beauty salons across the country, including one in north Minneapolis.
by Riham Feshir

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Nature as a healer

Nature as a healer

When you’re stressed or anxious do you go for a walk in the woods? Or do you garden or kayak? Host Angela Davis talks about the healing benefits of nature with the founder of a nature-based therapeutics program, a holistic health practitioner and therapist who sees clients outdoors.
by Angela Davis and Maja Beckstrom

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Interest in off-roading, boating explodes during pandemic

Interest in off-roading, boating explodes during pandemic

People who make and sell motorized recreational equipment from boats to four-wheelers and other all-terrain vehicles say they’re having difficulty keeping up with demand. They say the pandemic-related desire for outdoor activities has fueled growing interest in what are called “power sports.”
by Mark Zdechlik

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Audit finds no overpayments by Minnesota for COVID-19 tests

Audit finds no overpayments by Minnesota for COVID-19 tests

The Office of the Legislative Auditor says it found no evidence that the state of Minnesota overpaid two companies it hired to conduct COVID-19 saliva testing. 
by The Associated Press

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Canadian wildfires impact air quality in U.S.

Burning wildfires in Canada are causing air quality issues in parts of the U.S., including Minnesota and North Dakota.
by The Associated Press

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