Type 2 diabetes may not be permanently cured, but medical experts say remission is possible through weight loss, lifestyle changes, and careful blood sugar management, especially for those diagnosed more recently.
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Find stories and resources by some of the state’s top Black physicians that aim to address current disparities in prevention and treatment within our communities.
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Fossil fuels are poisoning Black America
Medical and public health experts warn that fossil fuel pollution is already damaging public health, especially in Black and brown communities, and that the harm will intensify without a transition away from fossil fuels.
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Loss of Obamacare subsidies puts more hurt on chiropractic patients
With Obamacare subsidies set to expire, Minnesota health providers warn Black patients may lose access to chiropractic care, increasing pain, mobility issues, and ER visits.
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Registration Open for 2025 Health on the Go! Community Health Hub
Community organizations, local businesses, and service providers are encouraged to register for the 2025 Health on the Go Community Health Hub. The event takes place Saturday, December 13, at North Hennepin Community College and offers families one accessible space to connect with wellness, housing, financial, and health resources.
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Winter Warm Up Brings Indoor Skating and Running Back to U.S. Bank Stadium
U.S. Bank Stadium is reopening its doors for Winter Warm Up, the indoor skating and running program that brings active recreation inside during Minnesota’s coldest months. With thirteen sessions scheduled across December and January, the event offers a family friendly way to stay moving this winter.
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Staying healthy during cold and flu season
Cooler breezes…golden sunsets…crimson-colored trees… “achoo!” Seasonal changes bring welcome transitions, but as temperatures drop, colds and the flu often follow. Contrary to popular belief, it’s not the weather itself that causes more illness. Instead, it’s how we behave. In autumn and winter, people spend more time indoors, often in close contact with others, making it […]
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Recovery in action: a journey of healing and service
For Michael Hill, recovery is more than a personal journey; it’s a mission to inspire others. With 18 months clean and sober, Michael has become a fixture in Minneapolis’ recovery community, dedicating himself not only to his own growth but to helping others navigate addiction and find hope. “I’m pretty big in my recovery community,” […]
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Families face uncertainty amid shutdown delays
As the federal government shutdown drags on, Minnesotans are bracing for rising health care and food costs this winter. Premiums on the state’s ACA marketplace are projected to increase an average of 21.5% in 2026, while federal subsidies that have helped keep coverage affordable for lower-income households are set to expire at year’s end. Community […]
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Finding peace in the struggle: one man’s journey through recovery
For Lamont B. Taylor, recovery is both a battle and a sanctuary. Born in Hennepin County and raised in Gary, Indiana, Lamont has lived a life marked by struggle, mistakes, and the long road to self-discovery. Today, he finds solace at Anything Helps, a Minneapolis-based organization that provides resources for people navigating addiction and life’s […]
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Twin Cities Recovery Project bridges the opioid care divide
When Latricia Tate talks about addiction, she doesn’t speak from statistics. She speaks from experience. Her parents were victims of the 1980s crack epidemic on Chicago’s South Side, a trauma that shaped her life and, ultimately, her calling. “Nobody talked about what was wrong with my parents,” Tate recalled. “It was like a secret.” Today, […]
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Eating habits are the foundation of lasting health
In my previous article, I introduced my “7 Modules of Vitality” and focused on the importance of sleep. This time, I want to shift our attention to another essential pillar of wellness: eating habits — not just what we eat, but how and when we eat. With thousands of diets and just as many experts […]
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North Minneapolis clinic awarded state grant to expand dementia awareness
The African American Child Wellness Institute has received a two year, $149,000 grant to expand dementia education and early detection for African and African American families in the Twin Cities.
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One woman’s fight to escape addiction
When Teresa Ludena Chavez walked into the Anything Helps organization for the first time earlier this year, it was a moment of both hardship and hope. Having been homeless since early May after being released from the hospital, Teresa was searching for basic resources: a shower, hygiene supplies, and a safe space to begin the […]
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MN House bill would allow patients to refuse opioids
HF 1379 would create a statewide non-opioid directive so patients can decline opioid prescriptions except in emergencies. Supporters call it a commonsense safeguard after years of rising overdose deaths. Clinicians and advocates urge a balanced rollout that preserves pain care and expands treatment and harm reduction.
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Don’t wait! Get checked!
Last Saturday, a powerful panel of doctors, cancer survivors and physicians gathered at the University of Minnesota’s Masonic Cancer Center for Live Laugh Learn 2025, a cancer awareness event focused on the disparities in breast, prostate and colorectal cancer within the Black community. The message was clear and urgent: Don’t wait. Early detection saves lives, […]
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Open Enrollment: 8 smart questions to ask before choosing a health plan
Open enrollment made simple. Use eight questions to compare premiums, deductibles, networks, prescriptions, subsidies, and HSAs/FSAs — with Minnesota-specific guidance for MNsure — so your 2025 plan fits your care and your wallet.
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Turning Point Recovery: A lifeline in North Minneapolis amidst the opioid crisis
In the heart of North Minneapolis, Turning Point Recovery continues to serve as a vital resource for those struggling with substance use disorders. Founded in 1976 by addiction counselor Peter Hayden, the organization has long focused on providing culturally responsive treatment for Black communities, a population historically underserved in addiction services. “Addiction doesn’t discriminate, but […]
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Rae Lewis-Thornton wants us to stop lying about HIV
At USCHA, Rae Lewis-Thornton shared how secrecy nearly cost her life. Four decades after diagnosis, she urges testing, PrEP, and honest conversations—especially in Black communities where HIV’s burden remains highest.
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PUSH triathlon gets Black people outside and active
The PUSH Fitness triathlon at Lilydale Pool & Yacht Club continues to grow as a welcoming space for athletes of color. With relay options, accessibility, and support from 11 sponsors, many first timers completed the swim, bike, or run in community.
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Minnesota moves to empower patients, confront racial disparities in opioid policy
Fifteen years ago, Rep. Dave Baker faced an agonizing personal loss: his son Dan died from an opioid overdose just one year after spinal surgery. Their encounter with a physician who dismissed non-opioid alternatives haunts him to this day. That tragedy now underpins Baker’s legislative push to give Minnesotans more agency over pain management. Earlier […]