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Wetter weather pattern kicks in; severe risk especially Friday evening  MPR News Tracking heavy rainfall potential through the upcoming weekend  MPR News Weather Impact Alert: Storms Friday into Saturday threaten soaking rain and thunderstorms  kare11.com Rounds of storms headed into the weekend  5 EYEWITNESS NEWS MN weather: Heavy rain may come in parts of Minnesota over the weekend  FOX 9 Minneapolis-St. Paul Source link

A new study links eating French fries three times a week to a 20% higher risk of type 2 diabetes. Baked, boiled or mashed potatoes were not tied to increased diabetes risk. Swapping potatoes—especially fries—for whole grains lowered risk, while replacing them with white rice raised it. Potatoes may be a dinner staple, but they’ve long carried a mixed reputation—a …

Bowel cancer is a significant global health concern, with cases and deaths projected to rise dramatically by 2040. Early detection is crucial, as highlighted by gut health expert Dr. Megan Rossi, who emphasizes recognizing key warning signs like unexplained weight loss, bloating, blood in stool, changes in bowel habits, and fatigue. Bowel cancer, aka colorectal cancer, is the second leading …

CHICAGO — The local health department has elevated the risk of contracting West Nile virus to “high” after the city recently recorded three cases of the virus, Chicago’s first human cases this year. The three patients are between 40 and 80 years old, live on the Northwest or South sides and all contracted symptoms in late July or early August, …

A new study suggests vegetarians have a 12% lower overall cancer risk compared to those who eat meat. Vegans saw the greatest benefit, with up to a 24% lower cancer risk overall. The strongest reductions were seen in stomach, lymphoma and colorectal cancers. Vegetarian diets, unlike typical Western diets, generally tend to be packed with fruits, vegetables, nuts and legumes—all …

Local News “We are now in the peak time for transmission of mosquito-borne disease to people and it is important for people to know that so they can take steps to protect themselves.” Mosquitoes carry the West Nile Virus, which spreads to humans through bites from infected mosquitoes. Rick Bowmer The risk for West Nile virus is now considered “high” …

FDA recalls Wegmans cheeses in 10 states and regions due to possible Listeria contamination. Affected cheese include Camembert, Brie and assorted flights sold in July and August. No illnesses reported, and Wegmans is offering full refunds for impacted customers. There’s an active recall on multiple types of cheese sold in 10 states and regions, according to the U.S. Food and …

From better sleep to healthier hearts, brains, bowels, and immune systems, studies keep finding strong associations between diets packed with fruits and vegetables and reduced risks of major diseases. A new analysis now adds to growing evidence that veganism and vegetarianism lower the risk of some cancers. “This is all relatively unique information and possibly the most robust that’s out …

Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder medication is linked to significantly lower risk of suicidal behaviours, substance misuse, transport accidents and criminality, according to a study of the wider outcomes of treatment. The research, based on the medical records of nearly 150,000 people in Sweden, suggested that the drugs could have meaningful benefits beyond helping with the core symptoms of ADHD. Although …

By ELEN JOHNSTON, HEALTH REPORTER Published: 19:00, 13 August 2025 | Updated: 19:00, 13 August 2025 A new study has revealed that binge gaming is directly linked to anxiety, depression and poor sleep in young people—with it being a particular problem in boys. Hong Kong researchers surveyed 2,592 of children and teens currently in school and found that 31 per cent of …