The Truth About Wet Hair And Catching Colds Revealed
Turns out, that age-old warning about wet hair and colds is just a tale from our childhoods. Let's sort myth from reality today.
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New Study Says Minnesota Is Now One of the Most Expensive Places in America to Fight a Cold
Minnesota winters already make us suffer, but a new report shows the real pain might be hiding in the pharmacy aisle. Here’s how much it actually costs to fight a simple cold here.
Minnesota’s Spot On The Fattest States List May Surprise You
West Virginia leads the pack in a not-so-flattering way when it comes to obesity, while Minnesota stands out for all the right reasons.
Minnesota Confirms 10 New Measles Cases, Urges Vaccinations
State health officials say all of the new cases involved unvaccinated people and were tied to domestic and international travel.
One Minnesota City Now Among the Fittest in America
Think winter ruins our fitness goals? One Minnesota city just proved the rest of the country wrong.
Minnesota Health Officials Warn Of Increase In Rabbit Fever
The illness can hit humans and animals with similar symptoms.
The CDC Says Minnesota Now Leads Nation in Cases of Rare and Deadly Tick Virus
The virus might be rare, but it’s been showing up more often in Minnesota than anywhere else.
This Is Now the Leading Cause of Death in Minnesota
It’s a tough reminder of how many lives in Minnesota are touched by illness, injury, and unexpected loss.
Deadly Tick-Borne Virus Is Now On The Rise In Minnesota
No treatment is available and about 10% of victims with severe cases will die, while about half of survivors have long-term neurological problems.
You Could Easily Have Achoo Syndrome and Not Even Know It
25 percent of people have this genetic issue.
The Worst Peanut Butter In Minnesota Might Be In Your Pantry
Experts say you should totally avoid this peanut butter brand!
COUGHING? Pertussis Cases on the Rise in Minnesota This Year
CAUTION: There is a chance you will get more than just gifts and cookies from family this Christmas. Pertussis (whooping cough) is on the rise in Minnesota.
Minnesota Hospital Fined After Startling Number Of Violent Incidents
Its rate of workplace violence has surpassed rates seen in correctional facilities and nurses are demanding further action. Allina Health is contesting the citations.
3 Minnesota Hospitals Get Startling ‘D’ Grade For Patient Safety
The new report also ranked Minnesota a disappointing 42 among all 50 states for patient safety.