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April 8 update on COVID-19 in MN: 39 dead; Walz extends stay-home order to May 4

April 8 update on COVID-19 in MN: 39 dead; Walz extends stay-home order to May 4

The order means bars and restaurants must continue to operate as takeout-only for nearly another month. Landscapers are exempt, so golf courses can be prepped. Said Gov. Tim Walz: “It’s not going to be a typical summer.”
by MPR News Staff

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U of M considers budget cuts due to COVID-19 pandemic

U of M considers budget cuts due to COVID-19 pandemic

Among the first steps, U of M President Joan Gabel announced a possible tuition freeze, one full week of unpaid work for approximately 200 of the university’s senior leaders, and her own temporary 10 percent pay cut starting July 1.
by Nina Moini

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Therapists forge ahead with telehealth — not knowing if they'll be paid

Therapists forge ahead with telehealth — not knowing if they'll be paid

With the stay-at-home order, mental health care has moved from therapists’ offices to the internet or the phone. Private insurance companies are still figuring out exactly what telehealth services they will cover. But when they do, those changes could stick after the coronavirus pandemic ends.
by Alisa Roth

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Drive-in churches an option for faithful who want closeness

Drive-in churches an option for faithful who want closeness

With coronavirus prevention measures shuttering houses of worship, pastors across the country are using that ultimate tool of social distancing — cars — to safely bring their communities closer together.
by The Associated Press

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Insurers expanding telehealth coverage as pandemic forces doctors to improvise

Insurers expanding telehealth coverage as pandemic forces doctors to improvise

Dr. Jon Hallberg says insurers are covering remote checkups that they wouldn’t have a month ago. He also answers our questions on face masks and hydroxychloroquine, a drug used to treat lupus and prevent malaria.
by Tom Crann and Dr. Jon Hallberg

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