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New COVID-19 modeling: Social distancing is working in MN — but only if we keep it up

New COVID-19 modeling: Social distancing is working in MN — but only if we keep it up

A new data analysis of the coronavirus outbreak by the University of Texas suggests that Minnesota’s social distancing efforts might be paying off in its response to COVID-19 — but it also implies that even bigger outbreaks might lie ahead if those social distancing practices were to end.
by David H. Montgomery

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Matching health workers with peers to ease stress of fighting pandemic

Matching health workers with peers to ease stress of fighting pandemic

People who treat patients with COVID-19 face serious challenges to their mental health — from sadness for their patients to worries about their own safety. A new program at the University of Minnesota is trying to address that by connecting health workers with a buddy.
by Alisa Roth

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Video: 6 tips for staying safe while grocery shopping

Video: 6 tips for staying safe while grocery shopping

Coronavirus got you nervous about grocery shopping? We talked to scientists for their advice about how to stay safe at the store — and when handling food back home.
by Maria Godoy and Nick Michael

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Congress passes latest economic relief package to confront coronavirus

Congress passes latest economic relief package to confront coronavirus

It is the fourth measure approved by Congress in less than two months to combat the pandemic. This one, totaling $484 billion, will supply fresh funding to a new small business lending program.
by Susan Davis, Claudia Grisales and Kelsey Snell

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How a drop in oil prices today could fuel tomorrow's energy transition

How a drop in oil prices today could fuel tomorrow's energy transition

Demand for oil will increase when stay-at-home orders are lifted. But the oil industry may be slow to meet that demand, sending oil prices soaring — along with consumers’ interest in alternatives.
by Paul Huttner and Megan Burks

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