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January 17, 2023 3:17 PM

Future of Us: After the pandemic took worship online, a Rochester church takes stock

As the pandemic tested hospital workers, so too did it test houses of worship. But Rev. Beth Royalty, leader of the 163-year-old church that stands next door to the Mayo Clinic, says her congregation has come out the other side with a fresh perspective. “We can let go of the past. We have to let go of the past.”

by Tom Crann and Megan Burks

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January 17, 2023 2:52 PM

Minnesota Now Jan. 17, 2023

We talk education funding, a potential St. Cloud medical school and jail staffing shortages. Also: Here’s how to connect with nature year-round, plus a Lynx star’s retirement announcement.

by Cathy Wurzer, Gretchen Brown, Ellen Finn and Alanna Elder

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January 17, 2023 1:01 PM

Social isolation linked to an increased risk of dementia, new study finds

Socially isolated older adults have a 27% higher chance of developing dementia, according to researchers from Johns Hopkins. The findings suggest that simple interventions could be meaningful.

by Kaitlyn Radde

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January 17, 2023 12:22 PM

With telehealth abortion, doctors have to learn to trust and empower patients

Getting abortion medication online is easier than ever thanks to regulatory changes. The practice is pushing the boundaries of the traditional doctor-patient relationship.

by Mara Gordon

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January 17, 2023 11:55 AM

CentraCare seeks partnership with U of M for rural medical school

A major health care provider in wants to partner with the University of Minnesota to establish another medical school in the state. CentraCare CEO Dr. Ken Holmen speaks about the plan for a rural medical school on Morning Edition.

by Cathy Wurzer, Heidi Raschke and Ngoc Bui

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January 17, 2023 10:29 AM

Duluth med school leader remembered for rural health care legacy

Dr. Jim Boulger, who for nearly 50 years helped train and inspire physicians to live and work in Minnesota’s rural communities, died Saturday. He was 81.

by Dan Kraker

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January 16, 2023 4:00 AM

988 Lifeline sees boost in use and funding in first months

The 3-digit suicide and crisis lifeline – 988 – fielded nearly half a million more calls, texts and chats in its first 5 months than the old 10-digit Lifeline did during the same time in 2021.

by Rhitu Chatterjee

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January 15, 2023 4:00 AM

What's the #1 thing to change to be happier? A top happiness researcher weighs in

There are plenty of factors in life that contribute to happiness. But could keeping in touch with your loved ones be the most important?

by Ari Shapiro, Megan Lim and Christopher Intagliata

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January 14, 2023 11:50 AM

China's COVID surge prompts CDC to expand hunt for new variants among air travelers

It would make more sense to screen a plane's wastewater to look for new variants than to screen individual passenger volunteers, some researchers say. Others say any information is helpful.

by Rob Stein

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January 13, 2023 4:37 PM

'Cannot learn while we are leaking': Bill seeks free period products at school

Minnesota lawmakers are trying once again to require school districts to provide free menstrual products to students. At a recent hearing students testified about why easy access is important.

by Elizabeth Shockman and Sam Stroozas

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