COVID-19: Coverage of the pandemic from MPR News

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April 8 on COVID-19 in MN: Active cases, hospitalizations trending higher
Active cases and hospitalizations are trending at their highest levels in months, but the vaccination effort is solid. The state may have half the adult population vaccinated within the next two weeks.
Play ball! Largest state gathering in a year set for Target Field
The Minnesota Twins will welcome thousands of fans back to Target Field on Thursday for their home opener. But some experts say that with cases up significantly in Minnesota and the B.1.1.7 variant rapidly spreading now is not the time to gather in large groups.
Feeling guilty, anxious about your COVID-19 vaccine search? You're not alone
Every day, thousands more Minnesotans are receiving a COVID-19 vaccine. The legions of vaccine selfies make it clear that getting the shot is a huge relief for many. But some are experiencing other emotions — anxiety, if they haven't gotten vaccinated yet, and sometimes guilt, if they were able to secure an appointment.
How did music education adapt to the pandemic?
When the pandemic forced virtually all education online, music teachers faced special challenges. Host Angela Davis talks with music educators about virtual lessons, Zoom recitals, backyard concerts and looking forward to making music in person.
Drugs targeting immune response to COVID-19 show promise
Researchers are reporting some progress in their search for drugs that tamp down the overwhelming immune reaction that can kill a patient with COVID-19.
EU agency: Rare clots possibly linked to AstraZeneca shot
The EU's drug regulator says it has found a "possible link" between the AstraZeneca coronavirus vaccine and a rare clotting disorder but said that the benefits of the shot still outweigh risks.
April 7 update on COVID-19 in MN: Cases, ICU needs trend higher; vaccine supply up
Active cases are trending now at levels not seen since late December. Hospitalizations and intensive needs are climbing. But the vaccination effort continues apace, with the state on track to have half the adult population vaccinated within the next two weeks.
Nearly half of new U.S. virus infections are in just 5 states
New York, Michigan, Florida, Pennsylvania and New Jersey together reported 44 percent of the nation’s new COVID-19 infections. That's nearly 197,500 new cases in the latest available seven-day period.