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Medicare Enrollment Counselors Available for North Dakota Seniors

North Dakotans can choose their best coverage option with assistance from trained, volunteer counselors from now until December 5

October 17, 2017

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NORTH DAKOTA — Anyone 65 and over can review, plan or shop their Medicare Part D insurance with a little help. North Dakotans can choose their best coverage option with assistance from trained, volunteer counselors from now until December 5. People must bring a list of their medications, a Medicare card and their Medicare Plan D prescription drug plan card….

Newest Addition to Fargo Fitness Center Takes Inspiration from TV Show

Courts Plus in Fargo unveiled "Big Blue," a functional fitness training device with workouts inspired by "American Ninja Warrior"

October 17, 2017

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FARGO, N.D. — A Fargo fitness center shows off a new addition. Courts Plus on University Drive South unveils Big Blue. It is a functional training space that includes climbing rope, a cliff hanger, salmon ladder and kickboxing equipment. Employees with Big Blue say the addition is scalable for all age groups and fitness levels. They also say the addition…

ND Insurance Commissioner Not Allowing Rate Increases Under Affordable Care Act

He said the issue is between insurance carriers and the federal government, and it's his duty to look out for consumers

October 17, 2017

TJ Nelson,

BISMARCK, ND — North Dakota’s Insurance Commissioner will deny any additional rate increases under Obamacare. Jon Godfread says President Trump’s plan to halt payments to insurers could potentially raise health insurance costs another 10 percent for up to 42,000 North Dakotans. He said the issue is between insurance carriers and the federal government, and it’s his duty to look…

Johnson and Johnson Wins Appeal in Talcum Powder Cancer Case

Her family claimed she got cancer from using the company's talcum powder

October 17, 2017

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NATIONAL — It’s a big win for Johnson and Johnson. The Missouri Court of Appeals rules the company will not have to pay out $72 million dollars in damages to the family of a woman who died of ovarian cancer. The court says the state was not the proper jurisdiction for the lawsuit because the 62-year-old woman was from…

“Me Too” Social Media Campaign: Talking About Sexual Assault in a Meaningful Way

After a tweet from TV star Alyssa Milano went viral, tens of thousands of people are highlighting and empowering victims of sexual assault

October 16, 2017

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FARGO, ND — A movement has started on social media following a number of reports of high-powered men sexually harassing women. Me Too. Two syllables. Two words that are speaking for thousands and maybe, even millions. “It’s amazing that it’s two words,” said Liv Oland, who is the president of the Women’s Activist Organization on the NDSU campus. “It’s simple…

Rockers Melissa Etheridge, Todd Rundgren Arrested in North Dakota

Court documents show Melissa Etheridge was arrested in August in Burke County while heading from Canada into North Dakota.

October 16, 2017

TJ Nelson,

BURKE COUNTY, ND — Two rock n’ roll stars officially have records in North Dakota after being arrested at the border with Canada for marijuana. Court documents show Melissa Etheridge was arrested in August in Burke County while heading from Canada into North Dakota. Etheridge was charged with possession of a controlled substance. People magazine reports she has pleaded…

From Dance Floor to the Streets: Woman Sets Record for Running Marathon in Heels

She now holds the Guinness World Record for the fastest marathon in heels, making the cutoff by just two minutes

October 16, 2017

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CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. — Finishing a marathon is an accomplishment in itself. But try doing one in high heels. Irene Sewell of Tennessee did just that in seven hours and 28 minutes. She now holds the Guinness World Record for the fastest marathon in heels, making the cutoff by just two minutes. She used six different pairs of shoes to finish…

De-stigmatizing HIV by Changing California Law

Individuals who are infected with HIV are often already stereotyped

October 15, 2017

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FARGO, ND — Just last week California passed a law that reduced the penalty for knowingly transmitting HIV from a felony to a misdemeanor. We spoke to the epidemiologist at Fargo Cass Public Health who says HIV is one of the most stigmatized diseases out there. With all of the modern forms of medicine today, he says lawmakers feel changing…

ND Department of Human Services Awards Fargo Cass Public Health with $180,000 Grant

Robyn says this grant will provide a vehicle to get more information out to the general public about how they can prevent substance use and abuse

October 12, 2017

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FARGO, ND — The opioid epidemic is affecting people all over the world but efforts in the metro are enhancing education. Fargo Cass Public Health has received a grant from the North Dakota Department of Human Services that will focus on opioid and substance abuse. Last year, more than 64,000 people died from drug overdoses. Now, Fargo Cass Public Health…

President Trump Signs Executive Order Making Low-Premium Health Insurance Plans More Available

But the changes Mr. Trump hopes to bring about could take months or even longer

October 12, 2017

TJ Nelson,

WASHINGTON, D.C. — President Donald Trump predicts “millions and millions of people” will benefit from his action to unwind the health care law. He’s signed an executive order to make lower-premium plans more widely available. But the changes Mr. Trump hopes to bring about could take months or even longer. The proposals may not be finalized in time to affect…