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An FDA panel of experts backs J&J COVID vaccine booster
A panel of experts voted to recommend that the Food and Drug Administration authorize a booster dose of the Johnson & Johnson COVID vaccine at least two months after the first shot.
COVID-19 in MN: 'Critical point' as hospitalizations, frustrations climb
While there are some signs the current wave may be flattening, hospitalizations continue to rise — a reality that left Minnesota Health Commissioner Jan Malcolm exasperated Friday after visiting a suburban Minneapolis care center.
A federal appeals court is once again allowing Texas to continue banning most abortions. The decision Thursday night keeps the law known as Senate Bill 8 in place as the Justice Department tries to halt the law.
Checking in with essential workers
Nearly two years into the COVID-19 pandemic, essential workers still face challenges. MPR News host Angela Davis checks in with three essential workers.
Rural Minnesota hospitals struggle with COVID-19 surge
Many Minnesota hospitals are hitting their limits as COVID-19 cases spike once again. It’s especially challenging outside of the Twin Cities in places like Sauk Centre, where the hospital is at a breaking point.