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Minnesota Department of Health announces new grants for opioid-free pain management

Sep 09, 2020 09:04AM ● By Editor

Opioid-free pain management can include physical therapy, exercise therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, massage, chiropractic, acupuncture, mind-body therapy such as breathing and meditation, movement therapies such as yoga or Tai Chi, culturally-based healing, behavioral approaches related to diet and wellness coaching and other treatments. From the Minnesota Department of Health - September 8, 2020

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Video: Coronavirus In Minnesota: New Model Shows Big Spike In COVID-Related Deaths By End Of 2020

Sep 07, 2020 06:46AM ● By Editor

The model does show that end-of-year death total could be significantly reduced with universal mask compliance. By Kate Raddatz of WCCO-TV News - September 6, 2020

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Governor Walz announces free COVID-19 saliva tests for child care, school employees

Sep 03, 2020 05:37AM ● By Editor

State health officials encourage child care and education professionals to get tested when needed, such as, in the event they have symptoms or believe they may have been exposed to someone with COVID-19. From WDIO-TV - September 2, 2020

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Video: Newly authorized COVID-19 test gives results in minutes and costs $5

Aug 29, 2020 06:23AM ● By Editor

The test involves a nasal swab, although the developers said it is one that can be done in the front of the nose and is significantly less uncomfortable than other tests. By Alex Jokich of KSTP-TV Eyewitness News - August 28, 2020

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Make Hydration and Heat Safety Workout Musts

Aug 26, 2020 09:59AM ● By Editor

Whether this season has your teen athlete in training mode or competing, it’s important to understand the importance of heat safety and staying hydrated. From Boreal Community Media - Agusut 26, 2020

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MDH lab finds vitamin E acetate in vaping products linked to recent lung injury outbreak

Aug 22, 2020 02:49PM ● By Editor

Since June 1, Minnesota has had 12 lung-injury cases in patients ages 14- to 46. These cases occurred in June and July, with a median age of 18.5 years. All 12 cases resulted in hospitalizations, with five requiring intensive care, including being placed on ventilators. From the Minnesota Department of Health - August 21, 2020

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Video: When is the best time to get a flu shot?

Aug 18, 2020 07:54AM ● By Editor

The timing guidance for the flu vaccine hasn’t changed this year due to COVID-19, but the sense of urgency among public health officials for influenza vaccinations has increased this year. By Heather Brown from WCCO-TV - August 17, 2020

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Video: Pilot program exclusive to Minnesotans gives out free health lessons

Aug 18, 2020 07:40AM ● By Editor

For the rest of August, Minnesotans have an opportunity to be part of live and meaningful conversations about their health from the safety of their homes. By Ben Henry of KSTP-TV Eyewitness News - August 17, 2020

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Coast Guard medevacs injured hiker off Michigan’s remote Isle Royale

Aug 12, 2020 09:20AM ● By Editor

Monday morning’s rescue trip was handled by a helicopter crew from U.S. Coast Guard Air Station Traverse City, the military said. The Coast Guard’s Sector Command Center was notified of the injured person, and sent the crew of the MH-60 Jayhawk helicopter to respond. By Tanda Gmiter of mlive.com - August 12, 2020

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Video: New face mask study determines which types are most effective

Aug 12, 2020 06:36AM ● By Editor

A new study out of Duke University used a laser beam to determine which types of masks are most effective. By Alex Jokich from KSTP-TV Eyewitness News - August 12, 2020

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