Health & Wellness

Structural racism creates an environment that affects the risk of injury and death for children who are vulnerable by virtue...

The U.S. surgeon general on Tuesday declared widespread loneliness in the United States the latest public health pandemic, comparing its...

Public messages linking violence and mental illness are stigmatizing and discourage people living with a mental health disorder from seeking...

'I want a better life not just for my kids but for all kids and adults with autism.'

The FDA said its action paves the way for the lifesaving medication to be sold directly in places beyond pharmacies,...

The most important thing that you or a loved one who has Medical Assistance or MinnesotaCare can do right now...

Understanding cancer risks, types and treatments are essential for prevention and early detection.

That’s why public health officials continue to urge everyone to be fully vaccinated and boosted, to protect themselves and to...

Policing has been recognized by multiple medical organizations as a public health threat.

Obesity is a major health concern that leads to a variety of physical, psychological, economic and societal consequences.

Studies have shown that age, gender and race play major roles in the risk of drowning.

'Having just celebrated the life and legacy of MLK, I felt revived with all of the speeches of uplift and...

Without proper access to affordable and available health care, many individuals and families suffer from a range of acute and...

Hair loss can be a devastating experience. Fortunately, for alopecia areata there is a tremendous new and effective treatment.

Individuals with dementia can live meaningful lives with the proper care and support.

In Minnesota, hospitals endured a surge of RSV and flu cases in November and December last year. During that time—and...

People who are relatively healthy should note that pushing the snow with a shovel is better physically than lifting and...

News outlets immediately began speculating that Damar Hamlin may have suffered from commotio cordis—a potentially lethal stoppage of the heart...

If the aim is to build long-term fitness and health, the exercise must be sustainable.

Community health workers continue to elevate their role in Minnesota to make sure other health needs were met.