The daily coronavirus update: 83 more deaths, 2,775 new cases in Minnesota
Through the first 17 days of December, the state has recorded 1,065 deaths from COVID-19.
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How the government decides who should get vaccinated first
Authorities have to consider which groups are most at-risk of developing severe COVID-19, as well as which groups can do the most to protect others.
Trusted messengers may help disenfranchised communities overcome vaccine hesitancy
Persuading vulnerable low-income and ethnic communities to take a new vaccine may be challenging. But established local health leaders, like a group in Rochester, may be one answer.
The daily coronavirus update: 92 more deaths, 2,248 new cases in Minnesota
The deaths announced Wednesday represent the third-highest single-day during the pandemic.
What you need to know about Minnesota’s latest order for bars, restaurants, gyms and social gatherings
Though the severity of the pandemic has shown signs of lessening in recent weeks, there are still high rates of COVID-19 test positivity, signaling that the outbreak hasn’t receded to levels seen over the summer.
Has Minnesota’s lockdown worked?
Gov. Tim Walz plans to keep bars and restaurants closed to indoor service after the current restrictions expire Friday.
The daily coronavirus update: 21 more deaths; first vaccines administered in Minnesota
Minnesota’s average case positivity rate is down from what it was a week ago, which is an encouraging sign.
The daily coronavirus update: 18 more deaths; new-case growth has slowed
Despite the improvement, the Health Department expects Minnesota to reach a total of 400,000 cases by Christmas.
Researcher’s website presents family stories of bipolar disorder
The intended audience for “Family Bipolar Stories” is any person who is seeking information, support and reassurance while caring for a loved one with mental illness.
The daily coronavirus update: 85 more deaths as COVID continues to batter Greater Minnesota
Minnesota has reported 851 deaths so far in December, putting it on pace to smash the state’s one-month record for COVID-19 fatalities.
The daily coronavirus update: 94 more deaths, even as case rates drop from peak
The 94 deaths announced Friday are the second-most reported in one day so far during the pandemic.
How one Minnesota county managed to limit the impact of a second wave of COVID-19
“I do really think it’s based on who we are and our health care culture,” said Rochester Mayor Kim Norton.
A child’s death in the heartland changes community views about COVID
Last month Mayor Sandy Lucy noticed that anti-mask attitudes were evolving in Washington, Missouri. That’s when residents heard about a middle schooler who died days after being admitted to the hospital.
The daily coronavirus update: 89 more deaths; health department warns of long-term effects of COVID-19
Conditions associated with COVID-19 include symptoms that last after the acute illness is over, from fatigue to shortness of breath, cough, joint pain, chest pain, brain fog, memory difficulties, mood swings, anxiety, muscle pain, headaches, intermittent fever, and fast pounding of the heart.
The daily coronavirus update: 82 more deaths, 4,539 new cases in Minnesota
A bump in cases and deaths that has been anticipated in the wake of Thanksgiving is expected to start to show this week.
Research initiative aims to delve into the genetic roots of Parkinson’s disease
PD GENEration is a national initiative offering genetic testing for clinically relevant Parkinson’s genes.
What you need to know about Minnesota’s plan to distribute the COVID-19 vaccine
FDA approval for Pfizer’s vaccine could come as soon as December 10.
The daily coronavirus update: 22 more deaths; Minnesota won’t give feds personal data on who gets vaccine
Gov. Tim Walz will outline Minnesota’s plan for distributing COVID-19 vaccines Tuesday afternoon.
The daily coronavirus update: Minnesota passes 4,000 total deaths; state revises quarantine guidelines
The revised quarantines come after new guidance from the CDC and it is hope they will increase compliance.
How a Brooklyn Center clinic is taking on increased mental health needs during the pandemic — especially among communities of color
Headway offers mental health services for children and adults, including culturally specific programming.
