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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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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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 […]
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Why sleep is the cornerstone of vitality
Dr. Ayanna Quamina’s seven modules of vitality begin with sleep. She explains how quality rest repairs the body and mind, what breaks down without it, and practical sleep hygiene tips you can use now.
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 Twin Cities Recovery Project hosts overdose awareness event
At a West Broadway gathering on Aug. 31, Twin Cities Recovery Project observed International Overdose Awareness Day with peer support, grief and trauma resources, harm reduction services, and a clear message that recovery is possible.
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Avoiding unpleasant medical bill surprises
Unexpected medical bills are common. Learn five practical steps to avoid surprises, from understanding preventive vs. diagnostic care to comparing costs.
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Park Avenue Center helps Black men get unstuck
Park Avenue Center in South Minneapolis offers a culturally specific program that helps Black men address mental health, addiction, and systemic barriers with trust and holistic recovery support.
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Commissioners weigh Hennepin Healthcare Board changes
Hennepin Healthcare leaders warn that replacing their diverse, community-rooted board with political appointees risks patient care. Vote: August 12.
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Lead’s toxic legacyÂ
Although banned in 1978, lead is still harming Black students through aging school infrastructure and outdated water systems. Experts say many schools are failing to protect children—and the damage is irreversible.
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Supplements 101: What you really need to know
Naturopathic doctor Ayanna Quamina, ND, explains why supplements aren’t one-size-fits-all — and how to make informed, safe decisions before adding anything new.
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Fremont Fun Fest fosters connection, and saves lives
Fremont Fun Fest returns August 5 with food, music, and health resources for the North Minneapolis community. Hosted by Neighborhood HealthSource, this free event offers on-site HIV/STI testing, Narcan training, and support services in a celebration of care and connection.
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Cancer survivor becomes a doula for others on the journey
2025 Bush Fellow Talaya Dendy is a 14-year cancer survivor who now supports others as a cancer doula through her organization On the Other Side. Her work focuses on health equity, emotional care, and breaking systemic barriers in cancer support.
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Smart choices for your next sick day
Learn how to choose the right place to go when you’re sick or injured—emergency room, urgent care, telehealth, or your doctor—and avoid surprise medical bills.
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New ‘medical clinic on wheels’ will meet people where they are
Minneapolis will launch a Mobile Medical Unit this August to expand health care access in underserved neighborhoods and help combat the opioid crisis. Services include screenings, harm reduction tools, and culturally specific care.
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 Commemorating the CROWN Act, ‘It’s our hair, It’s our right’
The CROWN Act protects Black Minnesotans from hair discrimination. But stylists say it’s also a call to affirm the beauty, identity, and resilience that’s always been there.
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Turning Point honored for cultural grounding in the fight against addiction
In North Minneapolis, Turning Point offers culturally grounded recovery programs that focus on trust, community, and healing. Nearly 50 years later, its impact continues to grow.
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Understanding menopause: What your body might be trying to tell you
Menopause affects more than just your cycle. From brain fog to brittle bones, here’s how shifting hormones impact your body — and what you can do to find relief.
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‘Meeting people where they’re at’: Broadway Family Medicine offers hope amid Opioid crisis
Broadway Family Medicine in North Minneapolis offers a stigma-free, culturally responsive approach to treating opioid use disorder. Their holistic model centers dignity, outreach, and support — and it’s saving lives in one of the hardest-hit communities in Minnesota.
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Anything Helps builds trust through simple acts of care
At Anything Helps in North Minneapolis, recovery starts with radical care: food, showers, and no judgment. Peer-led support and trust are the focus.
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Hormones: a quick tutorial
Dr. Ayanna Quamina breaks down key hormones and what they mean for your body — from estrogen to testosterone and beyond — in this easy-to-understand primer.
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Run Blk inspires ‘come as you are’ communal fitnessÂ
Run Blk is building community through movement with inclusive run/walk meetups for Black residents in North Minneapolis.