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Latest on COVID in MN: Wastewater data, falling case counts signal pandemic's ebb

Latest on COVID in MN: Wastewater data, falling case counts signal pandemic's ebb

Key metrics tracking the spread of COVID-19 in Minnesota continue to brighten. That includes data on COVID in Twin Cities wastewater, hospital needs and the rate of tests coming back positive for the disease.
by MPR News Staff

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5 beaches in the Duluth area unsafe for recreation due to E. coli

5 beaches in the Duluth area unsafe for recreation due to E. coli

A recent study by the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency found five beaches in the Duluth area have experienced spikes in E. coli bacteria, making them unsafe for recreational use. MPCA official Lindsey Krumrie joined host Cathy Wurzer to look at what needs to be done to make these areas safe.
by Cathy Wurzer and Lindsay Guentzel

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Vaccines for kids ages 2 to 5 may be on the way. Here's what we know so far.

Vaccines for kids ages 2 to 5 may be on the way. Here's what we know so far.

Pfizer is submitting data to the FDA on a COVID-19 vaccine for children ages 2 to 5, which is generally the first step in requesting emergency use authorization. A specialist in vaccines at Children’s Minnesota told host Cathy Wurzer what we know so far and what this could mean for families and the pandemic.
by Cathy Wurzer and Melissa Townsend

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So you've got COVID. Here's what to do

So you've got COVID. Here's what to do

Omicron is still spreading and it's crazy contagious. Experts share seven steps to deal with an infection, protect your household from getting sick and stay sane in the process.
by Suzette Lohmeyer

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