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Medical device that treats heart failure is used on first MN patients

WEBMINNEAPOLIS (FOX 9) - For the first time, a new medical device that helps treat heart failure is being used in Minnesota. Allina Health's Abbott Northwestern …

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Community pushback after Hastings hospital announces birth …

WEBThursday night's public hearing, held by the Minnesota Department of Health, is the first of its kind after a new law was passed this year that mandates public …

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Minnesota IVF coverage mandate likely on hold for now

WEBST. PAUL, Minn. (FOX 9) - A bill requiring Minnesota health insurance to include infertility treatment — including IVF — is looking like it’ll need to wait for another …

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UnitedHealth CEO testifies on ransomware attack

WEBThe CEO of UnitedHealth Group testified before Congress on Wednesday on a massive ransomware attack that could have affected data from millions of Americans.

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IVF, abortion and trans care coverage mandates considered by …

WEBPAUL, Minn. (FOX 9) - In vitro fertilization (IVF), abortion, and gender-affirming care are all on track to be mandatory in Minnesota health insurance coverage. …

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Children and long COVID-19: M Health Fairview opens clinic to …

WEBFollowing the COVID-19 pandemic, a Twin Cities hospital system saw a rise in patients suffering from symptoms similar to long COVID-19, such as brain fog, …

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‘Melanoma Monday’ returns with free cancer screenings

WEBAfter a two-year hiatus due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Allina Health will once again be offering free skin cancer screenings as part of its “Melanoma Monday” a …

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University of Minnesota to buy Fairview teaching hospitals

WEBThe letter was approved Friday by the U of M Board of Regents. The U of M plans to complete the full purchase of the facilities by Dec. 31, 2027. Fairview Health …

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Minnesota nurses respond as Mayo Clinic warns about proposed …

WEBST. PAUL, Minn. (FOX 9) - The Minnesota Nurses Association responded on Monday to warnings from the Mayo Clinic that it may move planned investments in …

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Minnesotans without health insurance hits all-time low

WEBST. PAUL, Minn. (FOX 9) - The uninsured rate in Minnesota has reached an all-time low, according to data from the Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) …

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Survey reveals what people would give up to improve their health

WEBNearly a third (31%) said they would even cut binge-worthy streaming services or cable before cutting back on health and wellness expenses, according to the …

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Twin Cities hospital data company hit with cyber attack

WEBA Twin Cities company that deals with the private data and images of thousands of patients for more than 20 area hospitals and clinics was hit with a cyber …

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Struggling to conceive

WEBST. PAUL, Minn. (FOX 9) - A proposed new law would require insurance companies to cover fertility treatment for Minnesota couples who need medical help to …

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MDH issues new advice for Mississippi fish consumption after …

WEBPAUL, Minn. (FOX 9) - State health officials are advising that some vulnerable groups of people should not eat fish caught from certain parts of the …

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Minnesota woman delayed transplant treatment shows healthcare …

WEBMAPLEWOOD, Minn. (FOX 9) - Delayed treatment for an immunocompromised Minnesota woman highlights a serious problem at hospitals here …

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Fairview Southdale Hospital bans visitors for patient, investigation

WEBMichael Puff, 71, has been at Fairview Hospital for 8 months with complex medical needs. On January 10, his family received a letter from M Health Fairview, …

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Hennepin Healthcare names Jennifer DeCubellis as new CEO

WEBMINNEAPOLIS (FOX 9) - There is a new CEO for Hennepin Healthcare, which includes the Hennepin County Medical Center. After a national search, Jennifer …

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Fairview, Sanford merger: Former governors testify against ‘out of

WEBOn Nov. 16, 2022, Sanford Health and Fairview Health Services announced the two intended to merge in 2023. The new entity would be called "Sanford Health" and …

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Facing $80 million budget deficit, M Health Fairview to lay off …

WEBFacing a projected $80 million budget deficit, the Minneapolis-based nonprofit health care system is facing what it calls an affordability crisis. With that, …

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Mayo Clinic welcomes first therapy mini horse

WEBMeet Munchkin – Mayo's first-ever therapy horse. Equipped with his official vest, ID badge, and booties to make sure he doesn't slip on the shiny floors, this mini …

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