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Research study looks at improving treatments for trauma patients

Hennepin Healthcare is conducting a research study that will look at whether calcium, vasopressin, or both early in the course of treatment would help severely injured patients that lose a lot of blood survive their injuries.

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Mohamed Omar named one of the first Somali American hospital board chairs

Hennepin Healthcare System (HHS) announces that Mohamed Omar has been named Chair of its Board of Directors, becoming the first Somali American hospital board chair in the state of Minnesota – and perhaps one of the first in the country.

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First Annual Community Health Fair at Phyllis Wheatley Community Center Saturday, September 7, 2024

Hennepin Healthcare is sponsoring its first annual Community Health Fair at the Phyllis Wheatley Community Center from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, September 7, 2024.

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Thomas Wyatt, MD, FACEP selected as Chair of Emergency Medicine at Hennepin Healthcare

Thomas Wyatt, MD, FACEP is one of the first tribally enrolled American Indians to lead an academic emergency department in the U.S.

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Wet, warm weather increases wild mushroom growth, poisoning risk

With this summer’s unusually wet and warm weather, the Minnesota Regional Poison Center has been receiving an increase in calls related to wild mushroom exposures.

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Hennepin Healthcare’s Traumatic Brain Injury Outpatient Program receives first in the world Concussion Rehabilitation Program Accreditation from CARF International

Hennepin Healthcare’s Traumatic Brain Injury Outpatient Program becomes the first in the world to receive official 3-year accreditation.

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Hennepin Healthcare nurse nominated for Breast Cancer SUPERHERO Portrait Project

A breast cancer patient and survivor was chosen to have her portrait painted as part of the Breast Cancer Superhero Portrait Project.

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Hennepin Healthcare awarded top quality improvement honor by national hospital association

America’s Essential Hospitals has recognized the HOPE program for its early intervention for patients experiencing schizophrenia.

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Hennepin Healthcare celebrates Juneteenth

Hennepin Healthcare will celebrate Juneteenth on Tuesday, June 18, 2024, with music, food, prayer, speakers, and a Black vendors market.

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Giving oxygen via BiPAP before emergency intubation decreases the risk of dangerously low oxygen levels, cardiac arrest

In critically ill adults undergoing emergency tracheal intubation, hypoxemia increases the risk of cardiac arrest and death.

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Explore Minneapolis at Adventurama – a Local “Amazing Race” in support of Hennepin Healthcare

Hennepin Healthcare Foundation’s 2024 community-wide “Adventurama” fundraiser is set for Saturday, June 8, 2024.

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Keep your lungs healthy – for life!

The Comprehensive Cancer Center, in collaboration with the Pulmonology and Radiology Departments, is sponsoring “Healthy Lungs for Life.”

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Teddy Bear Clinic invites kids to explore medical stations, take the “scare” out of emergency care

After a 5-year hibernation, the Teddy Bear Clinic is returning to Hennepin Healthcare, inviting kids and their stuffed animals to visit.

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Candidates sought for the Hennepin Healthcare Board of Directors

Hennepin Healthcare is actively accepting applications for serving on the Hennepin Healthcare System, Inc. (HHS) Board of Directors.

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American Indian youth from 23 tribal affiliations to attend Talent Garden Summit on Saturday, April 13

Hennepin Healthcare’s Talent Garden is hosting its second American Indian Youth with Stethoscopes Summit on Saturday, April 13 from 9-3 p.m.

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Hennepin Healthcare hosts flag raising ceremony to honor National Donate Life Month

Hennepin Healthcare, in partnership with LifeSource, celebrates National Donate Life Month with a flag raising ceremony.

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Hennepin Healthcare’s 2023 Health Equity Report marks year of change, opportunities

Hennepin Healthcare’s Health Equity Report for the year 2023 shows ongoing work and progress to attain a culture of inclusion and belonging.

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Hennepin Healthcare celebrates breaking of Ramadan fast on Thursday, March 28

The Health Equity Department will present a program and discussion surrounding the importance of Ramadan followed by a prayer and meal.

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Hennepin Healthcare Researchers Seek Best Way to Place Patients on Breathing Machines

The intubation procedure to place a patient on a breathing machine can be high-risk. One in four patients experience serious problems.

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Hitting the mark, setting standards for lifesaving care

As a teaching hospital caring for critically ill and injured patients, our emergency staff set high standards for emergency and trauma care.

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