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January 22, 2020 8:42 AM

A conversation with Dr. Nathan Chomilo, the state’s new Medicaid medical director

The Minnesota Department of Human Services (DHS) hired pediatrician Dr. Nathan Chomilo in December as the state’s medical director for Medicaid. Medicaid provides health care coverage to about 1.1 million low-income Minnesotans.

by Angela Davis and Karen Zamora

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January 20, 2020 9:18 AM

Half a century after King, what’s the state of activism?

What does it mean to be an activist in 2020? Two Minnesotans offer ideas about how to be a leader for social justice.

by Angela Davis and Karen Zamora

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January 16, 2020 1:45 PM

Sober curious? Here’s what happens when you abstain from alcohol

Drinking alcohol is a big part of how we socialize. But increasingly, people are choosing to abstain for a month or more for personal reasons. What happens when we cut out booze?

by Angela Davis and Karen Zamora

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January 16, 2020 12:00 PM

Counter Stories: Sisters in Loss

The Counter Stories team look at the effect of implicit bias and institutional racism on women’s reproductive health.

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January 14, 2020 1:08 PM

What happens to our eyesight as we age?

Among Americans who are 40 and older, about 24 million have cataracts, almost 3 million have glaucoma and 3 million suffer from low vision. An optometrist and an ophthalmologist talk about the conditions that impair vision and the surgeries, products and new technology that can help.

by Angela Davis and Karen Zamora

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January 13, 2020 2:26 PM

The inside story on the In the Dark podcast

Information uncovered by American Public Media’s In the Dark podcast is now playing a central role in the case of Curtis Flowers. He’s the Mississippi man who has been tried six times for the same crime and is the subject of the podcast’s second season. The podcast exposes flaws in evidence introduced in his trials and racial bias in jury selection. The lead reporter for In the Dark, Madeleine Baran, joins host Angela Davis to discuss the case and the podcast.

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January 10, 2020 2:00 PM

Life of a comedian

Sometimes you just need a good laugh, and who better to turn to than a comedian? The popular TV series “The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel” on Amazon Prime has brought new attention to just how hard it is to pursue a career in standup comedy. Two standup comics from the Twin Cities share their triumphs and struggles, and talk about those performances that got zero laughs.

by Angela Davis and Karen Zamora

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January 9, 2020 8:19 PM

Minnesota winter blues: Tips to treat seasonal affective disorder

Winter blues are common, especially in Minnesota where for months it’s cold and dark. We tend to hibernate and crave carbohydrates. Our mood changes. These symptoms can be signs of seasonal affective disorder (SAD) or seasonal depression. Craig Sawchuk, a psychologist at Mayo Clinic, shares tips on how to treat it.

by Angela Davis and Karen Zamora

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January 9, 2020 7:55 PM

Could sleep apnea be the reason you’re tired?

About 12 percent of people in the country have sleep apnea, but many of them are undiagnosed. If left untreated, it can lead to severe heart problems. A sleep expert joins the program and answers questions.

by Angela Davis and Karen Zamora

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January 8, 2020 3:10 PM

Winter is a great time to watch birds

You don’t have to wait until spring to get outdoors and enjoy nature. If you know where to go, what to look for and how to prepare, winter is an excellent time to go bird watching. An expert birder offers advice and answers questions about birds in Minnesota.

by Jim Bickal and Angela Davis

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