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Quit Partner, the free smoking cessation program from the Minnesota Department of Health (MDH), is highlighting Friday, Jan. 10, as the second annual “Minnesota Quitter’s Day,” an observance urging Minnesotans to keep quitting commercial tobacco. This year Gov. Tim Walz proclaimed Jan. 10 as the second annual “Minnesota Quitter’s Day” with the aim of ending the stigma […]
More than 40 outbreaks of norovirus — sometimes called “stomach flu” — have been reported to the Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) so far this December, almost twice the usual number. Noroviruses cause vomiting, diarrhea and stomach cramping. Other symptoms can include low‐grade fever or chills, headaches and muscle aches. Noroviruses are very contagious; they
As it receives a national award for its breastfeeding support, the Minnesota Department of Health (MDH)’s Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) is supporting parents and raising awareness about the benefits of breastfeeding at this year’s Minnesota State Fair. The Twin Cities PBS (TPT) Nursing Nest presented by Minnesota WIC offers
The Polk County Breastfeeding Coalition continues to work on the Anytime, Anywhere Initiative, which aims to raise awareness and acceptance of breastfeeding in any location. Over 50 Polk County businesses have already signed the pledge, including: The City of Crookston Crookston Public Library Alluma The Blue Moose Bar and Grill Bully Brew Coffee – EGF
Minnesota is one of the top five states in the nation for eligible families enrolling in the federal supplemental nutrition program for women, infants, and children, known as WIC, and there are still about 61,000 Minnesota families who could benefit by signing up today. The Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) is encouraging these families
Minnesota will add dry herb vaporization to the list of approved delivery methods in the state’s medical cannabis program. Under state law, the new delivery method will be available to patients beginning Aug. 1, 2024. Minnesota Commissioner of Health Dr. Brooke Cunningham approved the new delivery method to provide an additional fast-acting option for patients.
