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As smoky skies clear, experts say Minnesotans should prepare for more bad air

As smoky skies clear, experts say Minnesotans should prepare for more bad air

After Wednesday’s thick, choking smoke, air conditions improved significantly on Thursday across Minnesota. But forecasters say we should expect more air quality issues through the summer, and experts say there are things you can do to reduce the risk to your health.
by Mark Zdechlik

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Liquid cremation provides greener alternative to traditional methods

Liquid cremation provides greener alternative to traditional methods

What will happen to your body after you die? Whether you pre-plan your own arrangements or it’s a decision made by your loved ones, a growing number of people are considering this choice’s impact on the environment.
by Phil Picardi and Lukas Levin

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Clinic, physicians challenge revised North Dakota abortion laws in ongoing lawsuit

Clinic, physicians challenge revised North Dakota abortion laws in ongoing lawsuit

The clinic that was North Dakota's sole abortion provider is challenging the state's newest abortion laws as part of an ongoing lawsuit that calls the restrictions unconstitutional. Attorneys for the Red River Women's Clinic and several physicians filed their amended complaint on Monday in state district court.
by The Associated Press

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Minnesota shifts COVID tracking focus to severe cases

The Minnesota Department of Health has changed its approach to reporting COVID-19 cases, prioritizing severe disease and mortality data over case counts. COVID hospitalizations in Minnesota have been steadily decreasing, with no spring rebound this year, potentially relieving pressure on the health care system.
by Alyson Clary and Elisabeth Gawthrop

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Allina to pause controversial practices for people with medical debt

Allina to pause controversial practices for people with medical debt

Last week, the New York Times published an investigation into Allina’s billing practices, alleging that the company refused to provide certain types of care for patients with at least $4,500 in medical debt. While the system would provide emergency care, the article said, it would withhold other services until that debt is paid off.
by Michelle Wiley

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