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HealthPartners and Essentia Health Plan Merger for Upper Midwest System
Minnesota-based healthcare providers HealthPartners and Essentia Health announced plans to merge, creating a large nonprofit system. The combined entity will include 22 hospitals and over 35 clinics across Minnesota, North Dakota, and Wisconsin. The merger is pending regulatory approval, with operations set to begin as one organization effective January 1, 2027.
Rainy afternoon expected Tuesday in Minnesota
The weather forecast indicates a gray and mild evening across Minnesota to start the week. Tuesday is highlighted as the main day to watch, with rain becoming likely by midday and continuing into the evening, showing rain chances around 90%.
Local Expert Discusses Rabies Prevalence in Minnesota
A senior epidemiologist discussed rabies prevalence in Minnesota, noting that skunks and bats are the main species known to carry it. While a dead bat with rabies was found downtown Minneapolis, raccoons have low infection rates in the state.
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