Health

News coverage and resources related to COVID-19, the disease caused by the new coronavirus.

As the pandemic moves into another month, we welcome two of Minnesota’s top health officials to the show to look at the state’s response to COVID-19.

As part of our weekly look at the science of the novel coronavirus, we focus on vaccine development with experts on vaccines and immunology.

The newest numbers come as state health officials put the word out for people to donate blood, citing an urgent need.

"White supremacy is a lethal public health issue that predates and contributes to COVID-19," public health experts say in an open letter as large protests erupt in cities across the United States.

On Friday, President Trump said he would sever ties — and funding — to the World Health Organization because of its relationship with China. On Monday, WHO offered its first official response.

As part of our weekly look at the science of the novel coronavirus, we focus on vaccine development this Tuesday with a vaccinologist and a virologist.

Loosened quarantine restrictions have given some people an opportunity to flee violence at home, but cyberstalking and high unemployment have also made it harder to completely escape after moving out.

As Minnesota and health officials expect a spike in cases related to mass protests over the police killing of George Floyd, the state is coming up with a plan to allow demonstrators access to testing even if they don't have symptoms.

How do you share your car, home or clothing with other people during a pandemic? Companies from Airbnb to Rent The Runway face big challenges convincing customers their services are safe.