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Mixed opinions on how to allocate Biden aid money

Mixed opinions on how to allocate Biden aid money

President Joe Biden and other Democrats want the federal government to send most Americans another $1,400 to help them weather the pandemic. But some economists, and even some people set to get the cash, say a better approach would be to target those most in need.
by Mark Zdechlik

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Biden to mark nation reaching 500,000 COVID-19 deaths

Biden to mark nation reaching 500,000 COVID-19 deaths

President Joe Biden will mark the U.S. reaching the grim milestone of 500,000 lives lost from COVID-19 with a moment of silence and candle lighting ceremony at the White House.
by The Associated Press

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Feb. 21 update on COVID-19 in MN: Vaccination pace stays relatively flat

Feb. 21 update on COVID-19 in MN: Vaccination pace stays relatively flat

More than half of the new vaccinations reported Sunday in Minnesota were second doses, allowing people to complete their vaccinations. The number of people getting their first vaccine dose has been falling in recent days.
by MPR News Staff

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Coronavirus FAQs: Mammograms, vaccine ingredients... and dogs who sniff masks

Coronavirus FAQs: Mammograms, vaccine ingredients... and dogs who sniff masks

Are there issues with having a mammogram right after a vaccine? Is there a list of vaccine ingredients — some people say they're scary. Also: My pooch loves to sniff discarded masks. Should I worry?
by Sheila Mulrooney Eldred and Pranav Baskar

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How to deal with pandemic-induced insomnia

How to deal with pandemic-induced insomnia

Stress, anxiety, a lack of routine — and in some cases, COVID-19 itself are contributing to a surge in insomnia. What can we do about it?
by Kerri Miller and Kelly Gordon

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Extreme winter weather creates backlog of 6 million vaccine doses

Extreme winter weather creates backlog of 6 million vaccine doses

The White House COVID-19 Response Team said Friday that while this week's storm affected deliveries to all 50 states, it is confident it can make up the backlog within the next week.
by Rachel Treisman

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