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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.

June 23 update on COVID-19 in MN: Deaths approach 1,400; ICU cases stable

June 23 update on COVID-19 in MN: Deaths approach 1,400; ICU cases stable

The newest counts come a day after Minnesota health officials said they’re increasingly concerned that people with serious health problems who need emergency room care are not seeking that care amid COVID-19 fears.
by MPR News Staff

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The 'coronavirus slide' in education and what to do about it

The 'coronavirus slide' in education and what to do about it

The summer slide — when students lose some of what they’ve learned over the summer months — is being compounded by the COVID-19 pandemic. What can be done about it?
by Angela Davis and Katie Moritz

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Get a comfortable chair: Permanent work from home is coming

Get a comfortable chair: Permanent work from home is coming

After three months with much of the country working from home, many employers and their workers say the benefits of remote work — cost savings and a more relaxed atmosphere — outweigh the drawbacks.
by Uri Berliner

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June 22 update on COVID-19 in MN: Worries grow as vaccinations, ER visits fall

June 22 update on COVID-19 in MN: Worries grow as vaccinations, ER visits fall

State health officials say they’re increasingly concerned that people with serious health problems who need emergency room care are not seeking that care because of COVID-19 concerns. They’re also alarmed by a drop in regular vaccinations, especially among kids.
by MPR News Staff

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The worrisome link between deforestation and disease

The worrisome link between deforestation and disease

Scientists say accelerating deforestation and development may increase the risk of pandemic diseases. The current economic crisis may also make that trend worse if more people cut down trees for fuel.
by Nathan Rott

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Yes, wearing masks helps. Here's why

Yes, wearing masks helps. Here's why

Politicians argue. Those opposed to mask mandates protest. But meanwhile, growing evidence shows that mask wearing is a critical tool in curbing the spread of the coronavirus.
by Maria Godoy

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June 21 update on COVID-19 in MN: 8 more deaths; number of completed tests passes 500,000

June 21 update on COVID-19 in MN: 8 more deaths; number of completed tests passes 500,000

State health officials reported eight more confirmed COVID-19 deaths in Minnesota and an uptick in the number of newly confirmed cases Sunday, as the total number of completed tests in the state surpassed 500,000.
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