University of Minnesota experts offer advice for self-improvement, emphasizing realistic physical activity goals and caution against extreme diets for the new year.

The University of Minnesota received a $35 million donation from Minnesota Masonic Charities for aging and metabolism research, raising total Masonic donations to $195 million.

A University of Minnesota study links chronic air pollution exposure to increased blood clotting disease risks.

The Minneapolis Health Department emphasized hand hygiene's importance for public health during National Handwashing Awareness Week, offering a video tutorial on proper techniques.

A study showed a rise in US hospitals without obstetric care, affecting rural areas and people of color, with potential negative impacts on maternal healthcare.

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.