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March 24 update on COVID-19 in Minnesota: Hospitals prep for surge; Walz sees curbs beyond Easter
Minnesota had 262 confirmed COVID-19 cases as of Tuesday. The state continued to report only one death. Gov. Walz on Tuesday said cellphone data and other information shows that social distancing is happening in Minnesota, adding, “Minnesotans are taking this seriously.”
Why Gov. Walz hasn't invoked shelter in place, but describes what it might look like
Gov. Tim Walz said Monday there’s disagreement among experts about whether such a move will help suppress the virus. He says public health officials are still trying to gauge the impact of the restrictions already in place.
MN nursing home residents and their families deal with restrictions
Across Minnesota, nursing homes have closed their doors to visitors in all but the most dire circumstances — to keep the coronavirus away from those most in danger of dying from the respiratory illness.
U.S. Olympics officials say 2020 Games should be postponed because of coronavirus
The top leaders of the U.S. organization say postponement from the planned July 24 opening is best, and international officials should ensure that conditions are safe and fair for all competitors.