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Dementia research and support to continue in Minnesota after Congress passes legislation

Dementia research and support to continue in Minnesota after Congress passes legislation

U.S. Senator Amy Klobuchar spoke at a senior living facility in Minneapolis about legislation that was passed last week reauthorizing a 2018 act that provides research, education and support for those facing Alzheimer’s and dementia and their caregivers. 
by Anika Besst

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Sniffles? Cough? Just a little cold? How to keep yourself and others healthy this holiday

Sniffles? Cough? Just a little cold? How to keep yourself and others healthy this holiday

While it’s too late to get the benefits from a vaccine for Thanksgiving, there is ample time for them to work ahead of other holidays, like Christmas and New Year’s Eve. For now, the basics of washing your hands and covering coughs and sneezes are a good start.
by Phil Picardi and Gracie Stockton

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Childhood vaccination rates in Minnesota: 4 questions, answered

Childhood vaccination rates in Minnesota: 4 questions, answered

Local pediatricians are worried about the state’s slide in vaccinations. They’re seeing skepticism rising among parents, and politicians sowing doubts. MPR News asked Dr. Andrea Singh, who leads the pediatrics department at Park Nicollet, about what pediatricians are seeing.
by Kyra Miles

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Judge halts cannabis license lottery that is precursor to Minnesota marijuana retail launch

Judge halts cannabis license lottery that is precursor to Minnesota marijuana retail launch

A Ramsey County judge blocked a regulatory agency from holding a license pre-approval lottery after applicants who were denied entry sued the Office of Cannabis Management over the process.
by Dana Ferguson

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You can reduce your risk of dementia. Here's how to get started

You can reduce your risk of dementia. Here's how to get started

About 40% of dementia cases could be prevented or delayed by healthy lifestyle choices and preventive medicine. Here's a tool to gauge your brain care and track your progress.
by Allison Aubrey

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