Doctors Warn: Be Extra Cautious This Fourth of July, and Let the Experts Handle the Fireworks
June 29, 2026
This Fourth of July, Minnesota physicians are once again urging their fellow Minnesotans to leave the fireworks up to the professionals.
MMA Statement on Tragedy at Annunciation Catholic Church and School in Minneapolis
August 27, 2025
The Minnesota Medical Association is devastated by the horrific tragedy that took place this morning at Annunciation Catholic Church and School in Minneapolis. Our hearts are with the victims, their families, first responders, and all who have been impacted by this senseless act of violence. Gun violence is a public health epidemic. The Minnesota Medical Association will continue to advocate for common sense changes to laws and policies that will prevent future tragedies like this from occurring.
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Minnesota Physicians Urge Minnesotans to Apply Sunscreen, Cover Up, and Take Precautions to Avoid Skin Cancer
June 3, 2026
Now that summer weather has arrived, Minnesota physicians are urging their fellow Minnesotans to take the summer sun seriously and take precautions to prevent skin cancer.
Minnesota Physicians Focus on Five Priorities for Legislative Session
February 11, 2026
The state’s largest advocacy group for Minnesota physicians and physicians-in-training will advocate for five key legislative priorities at the Capitol this session, which begins February 17. The group will hold its annual Physicians’ Day at the Capitol on Wednesday, March 4, bringing together physicians and physicians-in-training from across the state to meet with their elected officials.
“Dozens of healthcare-related bills go through the Capitol each session,” said Lisa Mattson, MD, the Minnesota Medical Association’s (MMA) president. “But to make an impact for patients and medical practice in Minnesota, we really need to focus our efforts on a few top issues.”