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The world is wondering what's next with the new coronavirus variant (dubbed “omichron”). Scientists aren't sure if it is more transmissible and dangerous than the delta variant that has spread rapidly around the world.

Today, the Minnesota Department of Health reported 4,511 new positive cases of COVID-19 and 44 new deaths in the state. Minnesota's hospitals are still overrun with COVID-19 patients and others who need acute medical care.

Dr. Rahul Koranne, president and CEO of the Minnesota Hospital Association, gave Minnesota Now host Cathy Wurzer an update on the situation in Minnesota hospitals.

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Minnesota hospitals are overrun with patients, and as new variants of the coronavirus like omicron arise, the pandemic shows no signs of stopping. Dr. Rahul Koranne, president and CEO of the Minnesota Hospital Association, told Cathy Wurzer what hospitals need to deal with surging patient volume.

Dr. Rahul Koranne on what MN hospitals need to face surging patient volume

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