Health

October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month, and Wisconsin has a new tool to help. More than a third of abuse goes unreported, but survivors can now request a restraining order online, any time, from any device. Here's how it works.

Another double-digit jump is coming for 387,000 Minnesotans who buy their own coverage or work for small businesses. Here's the break down what it could cost, why it's happening, and the dates you must remember as the increases approach.

Two major Minnesota healthcare organizations are combining into one entity. Here's what the two entities say this means for patients and employees.

Bats slip into more homes every fall as they hunt for a warm place to winter, and a recent rabid bat in Minneapolis is a reminder to be ready for encounters. Here's what to do if one gets inside, and when to notify the health department.

A woman scooped a bat off a downtown Minneapolis sidewalk, then put it into a bag, before handing it off to a stranger. The catch? It was rabid. Now health officials are racing to find everyone involved before it's too late.

With the Blatnik Bridge closing in 2027, Essentia Health is investing $14.5 million in Superior — new surgeons, expanded specialty care and a local ambulance service — so northwest Wisconsin patients can keep care close to home.

The Minnesota Office of Cannabis Management says its research is among the largest studies of cancer patients and medical cannabis treatment.

Have you ever thought of this? Probably not.

Healthcare workers are getting free admission to SEA LIFE at the Mall Of America this September. Bring your work ID and grab tickets onsite.

The Minnesota State Fair is on through Labor Day, and yes, you can indulge and still feel decent on the drive home. Here's what dietitians and doctors recommend for a healthier approach to the fair, and you don't have to skip the cookies.

Three of Minneapolis-area beaches just got a hazardous algae warning, and they're not the only spot at risk. Here's how to spot the toxic blooms that can sicken your family and even turn deadly for dogs, before your next swim.

We all know we are supposed to conserve water during a drought, but did you know that you should be checking your home for pests?