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Life during stay-at-home orders

Life during stay-at-home orders

For two weeks, Minnesota should stay at home, says Gov. Tim Walz. For a glimpse at what that means, we look at California, which has been under a stay-at-home order since March 19.
by Kerri Miller and Kelly Gordon

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Is loss of smell and taste a symptom of COVID-19? Doctors want to find out

Is loss of smell and taste a symptom of COVID-19? Doctors want to find out

They have seen patients who presented with these symptoms — then tested positive for the novel coronavirus. Now they're gathering data to see if they can prove that there is indeed a connection.
by Maria Godoy, Allison Aubrey and Emily Kwong

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Veterans, VA brace for COVID-19 impact

Veterans, VA brace for COVID-19 impact

About half of U.S. veterans are over the age of 65, and many have underlying health complications, making them especially vulnerable to the new coronavirus. Those statistics have led to concerns about whether the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs is ready with enough hospital beds, staff and medical equipment.
by Kirsti Marohn

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March 26 update on COVID-19 in MN: More deaths expected; too soon to say on State Fair

March 26 update on COVID-19 in MN: More deaths expected; too soon to say on State Fair

“We know we’ll be reporting more deaths in the days to come,” health chief Jan Malcolm said as she and Gov. Walz delivered the latest update, including news of a second state death. Will the pandemic affect the State Fair? Walz said it was too early to know.
by MPR News Staff

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Don't dash for cash: Authorities say there's no need to empty the ATM

Don't dash for cash: Authorities say there's no need to empty the ATM

Regulators urge consumers not to drain their bank accounts, after reports of large withdrawals by some customers worried about the coronavirus. The FDIC reminds us the public accounts are insured.
by Scott Horsley

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