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Minnesota’s rural ambulance providers look to state Capitol for their own lifeline

Minnesota’s rural ambulance providers look to state Capitol for their own lifeline

With some ambulance services in greater Minnesota facing severe financial pressures, the Legislature is considering a rescue package for rural EMS providers. How much and in what form are the driving questions in the Capitol debate.
by Ellie Roth

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For many Minnesota women, postpartum depression’s grip is real, but care can be elusive

For many Minnesota women, postpartum depression’s grip is real, but care can be elusive

Depression, anxiety and other mental health issues are the most common complications during and after pregnancy, affecting an estimated 1 in 5 women. Helping new mothers navigate depression is critical, though societal attitudes can be slow to shift.
by Kyra Miles

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How worried should we be about bird flu spreading to humans?

How worried should we be about bird flu spreading to humans?

We've been tracking the H5N1 avian flu in the state's poultry flocks. Recently, the virus has made its way into goats and, in other states, cattle. Now in Texas this week, a man contracted bird flu after coming into contact with infected cows.
by Nina Moini and Ngoc Bui

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The loneliness epidemic: Why we’re lonely and how we can build connections

The loneliness epidemic: Why we’re lonely and how we can build connections

Two researchers joined MPR News host Angela Davis to help us understand why so many of us feel lonely, and why our mental health is so closely tied to serious physical health impacts.
by Angela Davis and Gretchen Brown

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‘Overdue for action’: Pharmacists press for financial help, changes to prevent closures

‘Overdue for action’: Pharmacists press for financial help, changes to prevent closures

DFL lawmakers at the Capitol are carrying legislation that would boost pharmacy reimbursement rates and replicate federal policy that let pharmacies test and vaccinate against more illnesses.
by Dana Ferguson

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Court gives final approval to 3M ‘forever chemicals’ settlement

Court gives final approval to 3M ‘forever chemicals’ settlement

A federal judge has approved 3M’s more-than-$10 billion settlement with drinking water suppliers over contamination from so-called “forever chemicals.” The settlement resolves class-action lawsuits.
by MPR News Staff

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