Health

January 25, 2019 4:00 AM

Hennepin Healthcare releases reviews on ketamine use to sedate police subjects

Reviews of the use of the sedative ketamine by Hennepin Healthcare employees on agitated people being detained by Minneapolis police concluded that those medicated were not endangered by the practice.

by Peter Cox

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January 24, 2019 5:56 PM

Minnesota lawmakers propose $20 million to fight opioid epidemic

The bipartisan proposal would raise money through an increase in licensing fees charged to drug companies that make or distribute opioids.

by Jon Collins

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January 24, 2019 5:43 PM

Trump seeks action to stop surprise medical bills

In a White House meeting with patients and doctors, President Trump directed his health secretary, Alex Azar, and labor secretary, Alex Acosta, to work on a solution for unexpected bills.

by Emmarie Huetteman

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January 24, 2019 11:39 AM

'Fourth trimester' problems can have long-term effects on a mom's health

A woman's health issues related to pregnancy don't always end at the baby's birth. Scientists say complications from childbirth, such as hypertension or diabetes, increase her risk of heart disease.

by Lauren Bavis

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January 23, 2019 4:09 PM

General Mills recalls 5-pound bags of Gold Medal unbleached flour

Golden Valley-based General Mills is recalling 5-pound bags of Gold Medal unbleached flour over potential salmonella contamination.

by Bill Catlin

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January 23, 2019 2:12 PM

Less fat-shaming, more body positivity

Roughly 30 percent of the world is living with obesity. What are their day-to-day experiences? Guest host Tiffany Hanssen talked to author of "The Elephant in the Room," Tommy Tomlinson, and co-host of the Matter of Fat podcast, Cat Polivoda, about fat-shaming and body positivity.

by Tiffany Hanssen and Jeffrey Bissoy

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January 23, 2019 1:44 PM

Minnesotans share their stories of traveling for labor and delivery services

Since we launched a series of reports on rural maternity care, we've heard from many people across the state about their struggles finding a place to deliver their baby. Here are a few.

by Catharine Richert

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January 23, 2019 4:00 AM

State lawmakers hope to reverse insulin price spike

Lawmakers from both parties say there should be more transparency in how prices for the medication are set, and they don't want any diabetics to be denied insulin because they can't afford it.

by Brian Bakst

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January 22, 2019 7:12 PM

You don't have to go no-carb: Instead, think slow carb

Ditching carbs can lead to quick weight loss, but can you really stick with it? Here's the science on eating carbs smarter to keep you sated and healthy.

by Allison Aubrey