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State begins rapid testing of all residents, staff of long-term care homes with COVID-19

State begins rapid testing of all residents, staff of long-term care homes with COVID-19

Teams of public health personnel and Minnesota National Guard medics will perform targeted, but in-depth testing in about 20 long-term care facilities throughout the state beginning on Thursday. 
by Peter Cox

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Businesses want to reopen, but how to do it safely?

Businesses want to reopen, but how to do it safely?

More businesses see relief as Gov. Tim Walz’ stay-at-home order lapses on Monday. For the rest, bars, restaurants and salons among them, a possible restart date of June 1 offers some hope, but how exactly business will be conducted is still a question.
by Nina Moini

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May 14 update on COVID-19 in MN: 663 dead; 'need for vigilance' remains

May 14 update on COVID-19 in MN: 663 dead; 'need for vigilance' remains

A day after Gov. Tim Walz unveiled plans to end his stay-at-home order, state health officials on Thursday implored Minnesotans to self-regulate their behavior as they start to gather again in small groups and head back to stores.
by MPR News Staff

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Fear of contracting coronavirus propels some smokers to quit

Fear of contracting coronavirus propels some smokers to quit

Increasing evidence suggests people who smoke are more likely to become severely ill and die from COVID-19 than nonsmokers. Some people are using that as inspiration to quit.
by April Dembosky

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Why eating disorder recovery is more daunting during the pandemic

Why eating disorder recovery is more daunting during the pandemic

Millions of people across the country struggle with eating disorders like anorexia, bulimia and binge eating. Many are in recovery and on their way to a healthy relationship with food. But the pandemic has been a major setback for some.
by Angela Davis and Katie Moritz

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Trump accuses Dr. Fauci of wanting to 'play all sides' on reopening

Trump accuses Dr. Fauci of wanting to 'play all sides' on reopening

President Trump once again broke with Dr. Fauci's assessment of the coronavirus pandemic, saying the doctor's observation that reopening too soon would lead to death was "not an acceptable answer."
by Alana Wise

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Coronavirus reset: How to get health insurance now

Coronavirus reset: How to get health insurance now

At least 27 million Americans who lost their jobs in recent weeks also lost their health insurance, a new report finds. Others lacked a health plan even before COVID-19 hit. Here's how to find help.
by Selena Simmons-Duffin

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Frustration and uncertainty as workers wait on unemployment pay

Frustration and uncertainty as workers wait on unemployment pay

As demand for unemployment benefits has skyrocketed, some workers are anxiously awaiting news of whether they’ll receive benefits from the state. 
by Jon Collins

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