Most maternal deaths are preventable! Read this January 12, 2026 Minnesota Department of Health news release titled Five years of data confirms most maternal deaths are preventable that "calls for Minnesota to prevent deaths by addressing lack of access to care, disconnected care and a lack of follow-up, as well as needed…

I am having a  hard time believing that this is what we are calling Winter in Minnesota. For those of us with seasonal anxiety/depression, this  “winter” might be described as exceptional, though sunshine has been far and few between. For those of us who delight in winter sports, this season has been … disappointing. Regardless…