HCMC
Coverage of HCMC in the Nexus archive.
- Working outside this week? Here’s how to identify signs of heat exhaustion, stroke
The article discusses the dangers of extreme heat in Minnesota and provides guidance on identifying heat exhaustion and stroke. It highlights symptoms like faintness, dizziness, and confusion, as well as advice from an HCMC physician and data from the Minnesota Department of Health on heat-related emergency visits.
- The stakes have never been higher
Minnesota's information ecosystem faces challenges including misinformation, government secrecy, partisan bias, paywalls, and newsroom layoffs. MinnPost, an independent journalism organization, is urging support to continue covering critical issues like ICE enforcement actions, lead pipe replacement funding, and potential hospital closures.
- Documenters report: County moves to revive Hennepin Healthcare Board by January
Hennepin County committees discussed budget challenges, including anticipated federal funding cuts, and authorized efforts to recruit members for a new Hennepin Healthcare Board by January 2027. A $250,000 agreement with Minneapolis funds a domestic abuse victim support position in felony 'gone on arrival' cases.