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Minnesota's ‘sprint medic' pilot program aims to get paramedics to rural emergencies faster

Minnesota's ‘sprint medic' pilot program aims to get paramedics to rural emergencies faster

In an effort to reduce long ambulance response times in rural parts of the state, three Minnesota counties are testing a new program that aims to get paramedics to the scene of emergency injuries or illnesses faster. The sprint medic program puts paramedics centrally located in their coverage area in pickup trucks packed with advanced life support gear.
by Molly Castle Work

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Across north Minneapolis, neighbors help neighbors survive the opioid crisis

Across north Minneapolis, neighbors help neighbors survive the opioid crisis

An overdose response network of healthcare providers, community coalitions, a fire station and neighbors equipped with naloxone saw opioid-related emergency room visits decline in north Minneapolis in recent years. An MPR News data analysis finds reasons for hope and concern.
by Erica Zurek and Elisabeth Gawthrop

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Rural Fosston moves forward in its quest to regain control of local hospital from Essentia Health

Rural Fosston moves forward in its quest to regain control of local hospital from Essentia Health

A northwestern Minnesota community is seeking to regain local control of its hospital, arguing Essentia Health has failed to meet local health care needs. A recent court ruling allows Fosston to take its case to arbitration.
by Molly Castle Work

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Mosquitoes in Minnesota test positive for West Nile virus for the first time this summer

Mosquitoes in Minnesota test positive for West Nile virus for the first time this summer

West Nile virus, a disease spread to humans by mosquitoes, is back once again this summer in Minnesota. Experts advise older adults and the immunocompromised take extra precautions, including using insect repellents and covering exposed skin when outdoors.
by Noah Bloch

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When Father’s Day feels complicated

When Father’s Day feels complicated

A Father’s Day conversation explores the complicated emotions and experiences the day can bring.
by Angela Davis and Cari Dwyer

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