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Canadian wildfires impact air quality in U.S.

Burning wildfires in Canada are causing air quality issues in parts of the U.S., including Minnesota and North Dakota.
by The Associated Press

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The lingering side effects of COVID-19

The lingering side effects of COVID-19

Thousands of people across the U.S. have reported a range of symptoms months after recovering from COVID-19. Having recuperated from the initial infection, patients have experienced persistent joint pain, fatigue, shortness of breath, brain fog and headaches. What can be done to extend health care access to the most vulnerable?
by Catharine Richert and Ariana Rosas

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After pandemic hunkering, the art of reopening your home

After pandemic hunkering, the art of reopening your home

Hosting guests after hunkering down for so long can be tricky. Not everyone has the same comfort level. Etiquette and homes experts say communication, flexibility and compassion are important in keeping things running smoothly when you have guests over. Start simple and give people space if they want it.
by The Associated Press

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July 14 update on COVID-19 in MN: Case counts edge higher; deaths stay low

July 14 update on COVID-19 in MN: Case counts edge higher; deaths stay low

Minnesota continues to see COVID-19 case counts move higher, but there’s nothing yet to suggest the state is headed for another surge like it saw in mid-April. Concerns, though, still linger.
by MPR News Staff

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Canada's taking it slow on reopening its border to travelers from the U.S. Here's why

Canada's taking it slow on reopening its border to travelers from the U.S. Here's why

Canadians can fly to the U.S. but cannot enter by land. Most non-Canadians can't enter Canada by land or air. The government says a full reopening may require 75 percent of Canadians to be fully vaccinated.
by Emma Jacobs

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Concerned about children and COVID variants? Your questions, answered

Concerned about children and COVID variants? Your questions, answered

When will vaccinations be available for younger children? Are kids more susceptible to the delta variant? What advice do health officials have for parents for the upcoming school year? We spoke with Minnesota Health Commissioner Jan Malcolm and state infectious disease director Kris Ehresmann for answers to these questions and more.
by Catharine Richert

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How to stay safe and cool in extreme heat

How to stay safe and cool in extreme heat

As temperatures rise above 100 in many places around the U.S., Kristina Dahl of the Union of Concerned Scientists explains warning signs for heat-related illnesses and tips for staying cool.
by Ari Shapiro, Christopher Intagliata and Elena Burnett

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Ask MDH: The COVID-19 delta variant, CDC’s new school rules and vaccine boosters

Ask MDH: The COVID-19 delta variant, CDC’s new school rules and vaccine boosters

Minnesota Health Commissioner Jan Malcom and Minnesota’s top infectious disease official Kris Ehresmann take your questions about the COVID-19 pandemic in Minnesota.
by Catharine Richert and Kelly Gordon

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Why remote work might not revolutionize where we work

Why remote work might not revolutionize where we work

Apple joins the ranks of tech firms freeing many employees from Silicon Valley offices. What this might mean for the geography of the American economy.
by Greg Rosalsky

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