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COVID-19: Coverage of the pandemic from MPR News

The latest news, resources, guides and tips to help you stay up to date on the coronavirus pandemic.

The pandemic has worsened childhood vaccination rates around the world

The pandemic has worsened childhood vaccination rates around the world

The pandemic has hurt even routine health services, like vaccines and checkups, as well as immunization outreach, for children around the world, the World Health Organization and UNICEF report.
by Jaclyn Diaz

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In north Minneapolis, come for the haircut, stay for the shot

In north Minneapolis, come for the haircut, stay for the shot

A White House initiative aims to bring the vaccine to Black-owned barbershops and beauty salons across the country, including one in north Minneapolis.
by Riham Feshir

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Interest in off-roading, boating explodes during pandemic

Interest in off-roading, boating explodes during pandemic

People who make and sell motorized recreational equipment from boats to four-wheelers and other all-terrain vehicles say they’re having difficulty keeping up with demand. They say the pandemic-related desire for outdoor activities has fueled growing interest in what are called “power sports.”
by Mark Zdechlik

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Audit finds no overpayments by Minnesota for COVID-19 tests

Audit finds no overpayments by Minnesota for COVID-19 tests

The Office of the Legislative Auditor says it found no evidence that the state of Minnesota overpaid two companies it hired to conduct COVID-19 saliva testing. 
by The Associated Press

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The lingering side effects of COVID-19

The lingering side effects of COVID-19

Thousands of people across the U.S. have reported a range of symptoms months after recovering from COVID-19. Having recuperated from the initial infection, patients have experienced persistent joint pain, fatigue, shortness of breath, brain fog and headaches. What can be done to extend health care access to the most vulnerable?
by Catharine Richert and Ariana Rosas

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After pandemic hunkering, the art of reopening your home

After pandemic hunkering, the art of reopening your home

Hosting guests after hunkering down for so long can be tricky. Not everyone has the same comfort level. Etiquette and homes experts say communication, flexibility and compassion are important in keeping things running smoothly when you have guests over. Start simple and give people space if they want it.
by The Associated Press

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July 14 update on COVID-19 in MN: Case counts edge higher; deaths stay low

July 14 update on COVID-19 in MN: Case counts edge higher; deaths stay low

Minnesota continues to see COVID-19 case counts move higher, but there’s nothing yet to suggest the state is headed for another surge like it saw in mid-April. Concerns, though, still linger.
by MPR News Staff

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