What's next to stop COVID-19 spread in Minnesota?
A weeks-long downtrend in COVID-19 cases in Minnesota is promising. But a recent uptick is concerning. Is it just a blip, or a sign that the tide is turning, and not in a positive way?
MPR News host Angela Davis was joined by Kris Ehresmann, director of the Minnesota Department of Health’s Infectious Disease Epidemiology, Prevention and Control Division, to talk about the state’s next steps to combat the pandemic.
As of Saturday, nearly 60,000 Minnesotans have received a COVID-19 vaccine. Meanwhile, Gov. Tim Walz’s current restrictions on bars, restaurants and entertainment venues are set to expire on Jan. 10.
MPR News reporters also joined the program to bring you the most updated information and a preview of the upcoming legislative session, which begins Tuesday.
Guests:
Kris Ehresmann is the director of the Minnesota Department of Health’s Infectious Disease Epidemiology, Prevention and Control Division.
Brian Bakst is a political correspondent for MPR News.
David H. Montgomery is a data reporter for MPR News. He analyzes the Minnesota Department of Health's COVID-19 data daily for trends and interesting information.
Catharine Richert is a senior reporter for MPR News based in Rochester, Minn.
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