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Older Minnesotans use plenty of meds, but medical marijuana? Not so much
Minnesotans aged 65 and over are the heaviest users of prescription drugs, but rank third behind two younger age groups in use of medical marijuana.
Children's Minnesota nurses voting on strike authorization
Unionized nurses at Children's Minnesota facilities are the first to take a strike authorization vote as the latest round of contract negotiations with six hospital systems is underway.
Mental illness affects most women behind bars
Rates of mental illness among people in jail or prison are much higher than in the outside world, especially among women prisoners. Women incarcerated in Minnesota say they're not getting the help they need.
Call to Mind: Spotlight on childhood trauma
Three experts explore the impact of childhood trauma on mental health and suggest ways to build resilience in children.
Mayo Clinic may accelerate end of birth services in Albert Lea
Staff departures are squeezing birth center staffing at Mayo Clinic's Albert Lea and Austin, Minn., hospitals, and the health system is evaluating whether to consolidate birth and other services this year instead of 2020.
Reports find health workers still aren't alerting police regarding likely elder abuse
Workers in nursing homes, hospital ERs and other health facilities are required by law to notify police whenever they notice likely signs of physical or sexual abuse. But that's often not happening.
Minnesota runner Gabriele Grunewald dies after cancer complications
Grunewald was surrounded by family and friends at home in her final moments of life. The 32-year-old died Tuesday after complications of cancer found in her liver in 2017, according to her husband.