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Video: Minnesota doctors urge families to take precautions after seeing uptick in sledding-related accidents

Feb 26, 2021 06:35AM ● By Editor

Children's Minnesota reports 13 sledding-related hospitalizations in January, where children had injuries serious enough to be admitted to the hospital. That marks a 225% increase from January 2020. By Alex Jokich of KSTP-TV Eyewitness News - February 25, 2021

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Video: Next vaccine priority group will be announced within days, Gov. Walz says

Feb 24, 2021 06:16AM ● By Editor

Everyone from grocery store clerks to food production workers and younger Minnesotans with medical conditions have said they should be put next in line. By Theo Keith of KMSP-TV Fox 9 News -February 23, 2021

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New survey shows youth vaping remains a serious challenge in Minnesota

Feb 23, 2021 02:12PM ● By Editor

Data indicate many young people who use e-cigarettes show signs of dependence. From the Minnesota Department of Health - February 23, 2021

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Video: State leaders work on plan for equal access to COVID-19 vaccine

Feb 23, 2021 07:28AM ● By Editor

As the state continues with the initial push to get those 65 and older vaccinated, the state is figuring out how best to target specific populations to make sure everyone is getting equal access. From KSTP-TV - February 22, 2021

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Video: Quarantine after Vaccine? Department of Health offers new guidance

Feb 17, 2021 06:02AM ● By Editor

The Minnesota Department of Health is offering guidance on the conditions that must be met in order not to quarantine, even if exposed to COVID-19. From WDIO-TV - February 16, 2021

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Video: New device allows for faster treatment of frostbite patients

Feb 13, 2021 06:22AM ● By Editor

Currently being used on a trial basis, the new tool allowed for a man suffering frostbite to get clot-busting medication and into one of the hyperbaric chambers much more quickly. By Leah Ben of KMSP-TV Fox 9 News - February 12, 2021

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Video: Confusion over obtaining the COVID-19 vaccine causes frustration among seniors

Feb 12, 2021 06:19AM ● By Editor

Figuring out how to obtain the COVID-19 vaccine has been confusing, frustrating and downright discouraging for countless seniors, including here in the Northland. By Emily Ness of WDIO-TV - February 11, 2021

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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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