UnitedHealthcare's Change Healthcare reportedly suffered a cyberattack by ALPHV/Blackcat, who may have received a $22 million Bitcoin ransom from them, causing healthcare disruptions and prescription issues.

A University of Minnesota study found only 25.6% of rural smokers attempted to quit in a year, citing limited resources and social factors as challenges.

Bloomington Public Health celebrates National Nutrition Month by supporting low-income families through the WIC program, offering nutritional education and resources.

Minneapolis, comprising 7% of Minnesota's population, accounts for 22% of opioid-related deaths. The city calls for public input via a survey to address the crisis.

The Apple Valley Community Center announces a diverse lineup of spring break activities, starting March 12th, for all ages, including sports sessions, open gyms, and more.

The Rec Center is offering new fitness programs: a 45-minute "Express Stations" class twice a week and an "All Levels Yoga" class once a week, aiming to provide affordable and flexible exercise options.

Cleary Lake Regional Park is hosting 'Fireside Qigong' on February 18, led by Scott Stafford. This free event offers tai chi and qigong exercises by a fireplace, emphasizing relaxation and wellbeing.

River Park's new walking club is a community health initiative, offering weekly Monday morning walks for locals to engage in low-impact exercise and socialize.

The University of Minnesota's School of Dentistry marked its 20th annual Give Kids a Smile event, providing free dental care to underserved children with the help of volunteers.

Ramsey County Public Health initiates an Opioid Response Community Grants program, offering $1 million to aid local groups combating the opioid crisis with twenty available grants.

Bloomington Public Health offers hands-only CPR and AED training to empower individuals to respond to cardiac crises, highlighting the importance of staying calm and controlled during emergencies.

The Brooklyn Bridge Alliance for Youth is seeking interns for their initiative to improve mental health for Black youth, involving local collaboration to address systemic disparities.

St. John's Hospital in Maplewood opens a new "short-stay observation unit" to improve care and reduce hospital congestion, employing innovative off-site construction that cuts build time in half.