Nurses are available 24/7 to provide support and treatment options for Minnesotans with possible flu symptoms.  Call  toll-free 1-866-259-4655.  MN Dept. of Health.

Use Flu.gov to learn how to plan and prepare for the flu.

Use Flu.gov to learn how to plan and prepare for the flu.

Simply type a symptom, your age and your gender into the Virtual Doctor site. The virtual doctor will help you determine what is wrong and when it's time to see your doctor.

This subsidy pays the 35 % COBRA premium for eligible individuals. Learn more from the Mn Dept. of Human Services. 

Check out this page of health check tools.

Protect your skin when you're out in the sun. Learn more. 

Before you begin your health information research, take the tour at MedlinePlus.  Also available in español.

Fare For All can help you save 30 to 50% on food. Read more at  WCCO.com.

Four women used the local library to get well and improve their health. Read how in Woman's Day.

Learn what you can do to stay healthy from the MN Dept. of Health and CDC.

From the U of MN Center for Infectious Disease Research & Policy. From the CDC, Swine Flu & You or La Influenza Porcina.

Get health information from the CDC by destination, relevant vaccinations, outbreaks and common diseases; how to travel with children; and ensuring safe food and water. Read Your Survival Guide to Safe and Healthy Travel.

Teaching your child how to use 911 in an emergency could be the most important lesson you'll ever share.  With these three numbers, you can reach the fire department, the police on an ambulance.

The NIH Rocket Boys:How NIH Gives Health and Hope to Kids and the World. Read how the public library, the Center for Scientific Review of NIH and a nine year old's request for $10.00 impacted the future.

Household Products Database from the National Library of Medicine includes information on potential health effects of over 2,000 ingredients contained in over 8,000 common household products.

Check out Heart-Healthy recipes from the American Heart Association.

His work has helped save 2 billion lives so far. Read more from the Red Cross Museum and PBS.

from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.  Use their searchable database to identify potentially contaminated products.

Do you know a sneeze can send 2,000 to 5,000 bacteria-filled droplets into the air at 70 to 100 mph? Learn more at  Anatomy Of A:  Sneeze from the Washington Post.

Most common foodborne illness. Read about symptoms and how to prevent getting infected. MN Dept of Health and MedlinePlus.

Read the Hard Facts and "Pucker Up: The Effects of Sour Candy on Your Patients' Oral Health"  from the Minnesota Dental Association.

Look in Health & Wellness Resource Center database.

 December issue now available.

Explore Flu trends across the U.S. with Google.

Locate a flu shot clinic listed with the Minnesota Department of Health.

Read the current issue which brings the latest and most authoritative medical and healthcare information from the National Institutes of Health as featured online on MedlinePlus.

Find up-to-date info on diseases, disorders, anatomy, mental health, prevention, treatments and procedures from Salem Health database.

Take a break and try a Relaxation Exercise from the Cleveland Clinic.

Reminder from the Minnesota Dept. of Health to Spray Before You Work or Play.  Read Updated Info regarding Mosquito Repellents from the CDC and Mosquito Bites from Mayo Clinic.

Protect yourself and your family from skin cancer. Take a quiz from the American Cancer Society to learn  What's Your Sun-Safety IQ?  Read What Is The UV Index? then Lookup Your UV Index from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency.

The Health Care industry is one of the largest providers of jobs in the United States.  Check this list  from the Dept. of Employment and Economic Development to see which occupations are in High Demand in Minnesota.  Read more about Health Occupations from MedlinePlus.

 

Protect your ears.  Know which noises can cause damage. Wear ear plugs when you are involved in a loud activity.  Read more from the National Institute on Deafness and Other Communication Disorders.  Also available in Spanish.

Studies have shown that humor and laughter may improve physical and mental health. Take a look at Jokes Galore from National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences.

Minnesota's statewide SAGE Program offers comprehensive screening for uninsured and underinsured women.

Influenza is a contagious respiratory disease that can be prevented by immunization.   Locate a flu shot clinic listed with the Minnesota Department of Health.