A model of health blooms in New Ulm

[Star Tribune, September 28, 2012] Maybe you won't listen to your doctor. But can your village help you lower your blood pressure or live a healthier life?

That's the premise of a two-day conference, which starts on Friday in Bloomington, showcasing how Minnesota communities have taken it upon themselves to promote healthy living.

And the star of the show is the Allina Health Heart of New Ulm project, which has been touted nationally as a model of success. Read more at www.startribune.com.