health

A local gym observation raises questions about safety and hygiene: is it acceptable to work out in socks instead of shoes? Explore the pros and cons of gym footwear.

Ticks and mosquitoes may get all the credit for being dangerous bugs you need to watch out for in Wisconsin, but it turns out the state is home to 6 more.

The myth is one of several when it comes to catching colds.

CAUTION: There is a chance you will get more than just gifts and cookies from family this Christmas. Pertussis (whooping cough) is on the rise in Minnesota.

What you should know about radiofrequency exposure, and how to reduce it on your device.

State health officials say another illness has been linked to a different restaurant and it's possible additional cases will be reported from other eating establishments that purchased the same ground beef product.

Concerned about lead pipes? University of Minnesota's tool helps Minnesotans identify communities at risk. Check if your water system needs attention for safety.

Protect yourself from poison ivy year-round - even in the fall when its leaves change colors but remain toxic. Stay safe on trails!

Here's where experts are warning about a rise in cases.

Attention Walmart shoppers! Check your freezers for recalled ground beef. Protect your health by avoiding tainted meat products.