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'None of us have ever been told to slow down on testing,' Fauci testifies

'None of us have ever been told to slow down on testing,' Fauci testifies

House Democrats pressed the leaders of federal agencies for details on whether President Trump has stymied health experts from taking more effective action to stem the spread of the coronavirus.
by Laurel Wamsley

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We still don't fully understand the label 'asymptomatic'

We still don't fully understand the label 'asymptomatic'

A new study reveals that even patients who are reportedly asymptomatic — no fever, cough, fatigue or breathing issues — could sustain temporary lung damage from the novel coronavirus.
by Pien Huang

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Twin Cities Marathon canceled over COVID-19

Twin Cities Marathon canceled over COVID-19

Organizers said they wanted to give runners and volunteers enough time to easily change travel and training plans for the fall marathon.
by Tim Nelson

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Budgets put limits on social distancing options for schools

Budgets put limits on social distancing options for schools

As schools consider how and when to reopen their buildings during the pandemic, many are finding themselves overwhelmed by the potential expenses that would come with operating under social distancing guidelines: protective equipment, staff for smaller classes and additional transportation to keep students spread out on bus rides.
by The Associated Press

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June 23 update on COVID-19 in MN: Deaths approach 1,400; ICU cases stable

June 23 update on COVID-19 in MN: Deaths approach 1,400; ICU cases stable

The newest counts come a day after Minnesota health officials said they’re increasingly concerned that people with serious health problems who need emergency room care are not seeking that care amid COVID-19 fears.
by MPR News Staff

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The 'coronavirus slide' in education and what to do about it

The 'coronavirus slide' in education and what to do about it

The summer slide — when students lose some of what they’ve learned over the summer months — is being compounded by the COVID-19 pandemic. What can be done about it?
by Angela Davis and Katie Moritz

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Get a comfortable chair: Permanent work from home is coming

Get a comfortable chair: Permanent work from home is coming

After three months with much of the country working from home, many employers and their workers say the benefits of remote work — cost savings and a more relaxed atmosphere — outweigh the drawbacks.
by Uri Berliner

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Psychiatrist explores possible benefits of treating PTSD with ecstasy or cannabis

Psychiatrist explores possible benefits of treating PTSD with ecstasy or cannabis

Dr. Julie Holland thinks psychedelic drugs can be used in psychiatry to make treatment more efficient and effective. "This is sort of a new paradigm," she says, "a revolutionary way to treat trauma."
by Terry Gross

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