Rice County Public Health encourages flu vaccinations, highlighting National Influenza Vaccination Week. Vaccines offered at weekly clinics and for the uninsured, with a focus on protection before the virus spreads.

CIDRAP at the University of Minnesota introduced a scholarship for public health students focused on infectious diseases, funded by the Albert Victor Ravenholt Fund.

St. Paul has launched a pilot program for overdose survivors, combining the use of Suboxone with Narcan, aiming to reduce repeat overdoses and encourage further treatment.

The Eden Prairie Community Center hosted "Fall Into Fitness," offering free group fitness classes, JonnyPops snacks, membership deals, prizes, and a new text update service for future events.

The Family Resource Center in Shakopee is hosting a free winter health and wellness event on December 18, offering snowshoe trials, sled rides, crafts, and winter safety education.

Cleary Lake Regional Park hosts a winter solstice event with yoga and a bonfire on December 19, offering a serene escape from holiday stress. Registration is required.

Prof. Suzanne Hecht from U of M emphasizes the importance of bone health and its decline with age, revealing risk factors like poor nutrition and lifestyle choices, and advocating for exercise and proper calcium/vitamin D intake.

Bloomington Public Health launches "Start with Hi!" campaign to combat loneliness and foster community connections among Bloomington, Edina, and Richfield residents.

A new School Based Clinic opens at Wellstone International High School, the ninth in Minneapolis, offering health services to its diverse student body.

Ramsey County health officials warn of a measles outbreak and urge the public to vaccinate their children. They're using social media and a website to inform residents and combat the spread.

The Plymouth Community Center Fieldhouse offers indoor walking, jogging, and open playtime during winter, with temperatures ranging from 30-55 degrees.

Keeley Flavin highlights the expanded role of dental hygienists in healthcare, noting their part in detecting systemic diseases and advocating for interprofessional collaboration and innovative care delivery.

Bloomington won the 2024 VOP Award for Health & Wellness, recognizing their commitment to a healthy environment based on positive resident feedback and innovative health initiatives.