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5 hacks and tips to make your face mask more protective

Feb 04, 2021 06:46AM ● By Editor

Some public health experts recommend that Americans upgrade from the basic cloth masks that many have been wearing during the pandemic. By Maria Godoy from Minnesota Public Radio News - February 3, 2021

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Match Your Winter Skin Care Routine with Your Active Lifestyle

Jan 12, 2021 09:50AM ● By Editor

Winter weather can pose some unique challenges to your skin, especially if you’re trying to maintain an active workout routine. From Boreal Community Media - January 12, 2021

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Oxygen, iPads and PPE: St. Cloud doctor treating COVID-19 patients recalls year of change

Jan 11, 2021 07:23AM ● By Editor

Central Minnesota, like much of the state, has edged close to crisis several times since the COVID-19 pandemic began, with hospital beds at a premium. Now, the pressure is beginning to ease, though health officials warn the state could swing quickly back into crisis. By Kirsti Marohn of Minnesota Public Radio News - January 11, 2021

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How To Protect Yourself From Getting Sick While Traveling

Jan 07, 2021 07:41AM ● By Editor

There's one good way to have your long-anticipated vacation ruined before you even leave your departing city — contract a virus. By Ally Hirschlag of The Weather Channel - January 6, 2020

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Why Flu Cases Tend to Rise in the Winter

Jan 02, 2021 07:37AM ● By Editor

When it gets colder, people tend to spend more time indoors, which may be another reason why flu cases rise in the winter. Flu viruses are mainly transmitted via respiratory droplets that are expelled into the air when an infected person coughs, sneezes or talks. By Ally Hirschlag from The Weather Channel - Posted: January 2, 2020

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Video: After losing children, Minnesota mothers fight to save other kids facing mental health issues

Jan 02, 2021 06:21AM ● By Editor

By Paul Blume of KMSP-TV Fox 9 News - January 1, 2020

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Hangovers happen as your body tries to protect itself from alcohol’s toxic effects

Dec 31, 2020 09:21AM ● By Editor

By Daryl Davies, Professor of Clinical Pharmacy, University of Southern California, Joshua Silva, Ph.D. Candidate in Clinical and Experimental Therapeutics, University of Southern California and Terry David Church Assistant Professor of Regulatory and Quality Sciences, University of Southern California from The Conversation - December 31, 2020

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3 Expert Winter Skin Care Tips

Dec 29, 2020 08:20AM ● By Editor

As temperatures drop, winter weather can wreak havoc on your skin – leaving it dry, itchy or even irritated. From Boreal Community Media - December 29, 2020

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Video: Keep wearing your mask after getting the COVID-19 vaccine

Dec 27, 2020 04:57AM ● By Editor

While the coronavirus vaccine should prevent you from getting sick, health experts don't know yet if it will prevent you from spreading the virus. By Jason Puckett (TEGNA) and Linda S. Johnson of KARE 11 News - December 23, 2020

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Video: Assisted living facilities prepare to vaccinate residents and staff

Dec 23, 2020 05:58AM ● By Editor

Most long term care facilities will rely on pharmaceutical partners like Walgreens and CVS to come administer the vaccine to residents and staff. By Hannah Flood of KMSP-TV Fox 9 News - December 21, 2020

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