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Jan. 27 update on COVID-19 in MN: Trends stay positive; vaccination pace quickens

Jan. 27 update on COVID-19 in MN: Trends stay positive; vaccination pace quickens

The newest numbers continue to show the state’s COVID-19 picture brightening as the state approaches February. Minnesota’s also seeing its first sustained and significant rise in the pace of vaccinations.
by MPR News Staff

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Why N95 masks are still in short supply in the U.S.

Why N95 masks are still in short supply in the U.S.

Early in the pandemic, shortages of N95 respirators and other medical gear prompted panic across the world. A year later, the masks still aren't widely available to U.S. consumers.
by Yuki Noguchi

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CDC makes case for school reopening

CDC makes case for school reopening

Federal researchers say, with proper safety precautions, schools don't seem to fuel outbreaks, with some exceptions, such as indoor sports practices.
by Cory Turner

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At some of MN's large hospital systems, teleworkers, volunteers, construction workers have COVID vaccine advantage

At some of MN's large hospital systems, teleworkers, volunteers, construction workers have COVID vaccine advantage

State officials say Minnesota’s medical institutions have taken a liberal view of who should be in the early rounds of vaccination. And it’s come at the cost of making sure shots get to the people who need them most.
by Catharine Richert

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Biden administration to boost vaccine supply amid shortages

Biden administration to boost vaccine supply amid shortages

President Joe Biden announced the surge in deliveries to states Tuesday, along with the news that the federal government is purchasing an additional 100 million doses each of the two approved vaccines. With existing purchases, the White House expects to be able to deliver enough of the two-dose regimens to states to vaccinate 300 million people.
by The Associated Press

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Walz budget would hike taxes on highest earners, boost school spending

Walz budget would hike taxes on highest earners, boost school spending

The governor’s recommendations kick off a budget debate that will last well into spring. His call for tax increases on high-end earners and corporations will encounter pushback from Republican legislators.
by Brian Bakst and Tim Pugmire

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Minnesota's vaccine lottery system spawns equity concerns

Minnesota's vaccine lottery system spawns equity concerns

Some in their 60s are wondering if they should step aside so those in their 80s have a better chance at getting a shot. Some white residents are wondering if it's fair for them to receive a vaccine over those in Black, American Indian and Hispanic communities, who have been disproportionately hit by the virus. 
by Cathy Wurzer and Britta Greene

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U.S. virus numbers drop, but race against new strains heats up

U.S. virus numbers drop, but race against new strains heats up

Health experts warn the more contagious and possibly more deadly variant sweeping through Britain will probably become the dominant source of infection in the U.S. by March. Other mutant versions are circulating in South Africa and Brazil. The variant from Brazil was detected in Minnesota for the first time in the U.S.
by The Associated Press

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