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California’s Hmong farmers face end of federal support
A $400 million federal program that pays California farmers to grow food to supply schools and food banks is ending.
St. Paul family nonprofit seeks to break the stigma of addiction in the Hmong community
The three co-founders work out of their home in St. Paul, providing culturally specific program to those seeking treatment.
Exercise boosts survival rates in colon cancer patients, study shows
With the benefits rivaling some drugs, experts said cancer centers and insurance plans should consider making exercise ...
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These 11 Minnesotans reflect the richness of Hmong culture in the state
To honor 50 years of Hmong refugee resettlement and immigration to Minnesota, MPR News highlighted Hmong Minnesotans ...
Language service cutbacks raise fear of medical errors, misdiagnoses, deaths
Health nonprofits and medical interpreters warn that federal cuts have eliminated dozens of positions in California for ...
Kick off summer with these big-time, can’t-miss festivals
It’s the time of year when there seems to be a festival every weekend and your social calendar goes from ho-hum to “Let’s get it!” Every suburb has its festival that pays homage to everything from ...
2 block parties and an egg roll fest bring the fun — plus 7 other free things to do this week
Musician and former “The Voice” contestant Frankie Torres, born and raised in Minnetonka, performs. The outdoor festival also features food and activities. (Noon-5 p.m. Sun. 350 N. 5th St., Mpls.