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Long COVID affects many Minnesotans years after the pandemic

Long COVID affects many Minnesotans years after the pandemic

It’s been six years since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, but many Minnesotans are still suffering its aftermath. MPR News host Angela Davis talks about the extreme fatigue, brain fog and other symptoms of long COVID.
by Angela Davis and Maja Beckstrom

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Minnesota death doula urges people to make a plan

Minnesota death doula urges people to make a plan

Many Minnesotans are waiting too late to get their end-of-life plans in order, Jane Whitlock, a death doula, told MPR News.
by Cathy Wurzer and Lukas Levin

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As Rochester builds Destination Medical Center, some businesses say they're falling off the map

As Rochester builds Destination Medical Center, some businesses say they're falling off the map

The construction of Rochester’s new rapid bus transit line is taking a toll on many businesses. Some have closed, and many of the remaining shops and restaurants say they are just barely hanging on.
by Molly Castle Work

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Minnesota teens are using less cannabis. Some groups are still at higher risk

Minnesota teens are using less cannabis. Some groups are still at higher risk

Minnesota high schoolers are using cannabis at lower rates than a decade ago, but researchers say disparities remain for marginalized groups. Experts point to changing social norms and prevention efforts that may be driving the decline.
by Nicole Ki

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Rochester’s biomedical startup economy is growing. Finding the right workers is harder

Rochester’s biomedical startup economy is growing. Finding the right workers is harder

In Rochester, new biomedical companies are growing out of Mayo Clinic. Local leaders want those companies to stay and grow in the community, but finding the right workers with the right skills is a bigger challenge.
by Catharine Richert

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Recovery: Building a new life after sobriety

Recovery: Building a new life after sobriety

Getting sober is just a first step. MPR News host Angela Davis talks about lifelong recovery with two guests who rebuilt their lives after alcohol and drug abuse brought everything crashing down.
by Angela Davis and Maja Beckstrom

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