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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.

WHO's measured reaction to Trump's pledge to cut U.S. ties to the agency

WHO's measured reaction to Trump's pledge to cut U.S. ties to the agency

On Friday, President Trump said he would sever ties — and funding — to the World Health Organization because of its relationship with China. On Monday, WHO offered its first official response.
by Pien Huang

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Domestic abuse can escalate in pandemic and continue even if you get away

Domestic abuse can escalate in pandemic and continue even if you get away

Loosened quarantine restrictions have given some people an opportunity to flee violence at home, but cyberstalking and high unemployment have also made it harder to completely escape after moving out.
by Yuki Noguchi

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June 1 update on COVID-19 in MN: 1,050 deaths; officials brace for spike from Floyd protests

June 1 update on COVID-19 in MN: 1,050 deaths; officials brace for spike from Floyd protests

As Minnesota and health officials expect a spike in cases related to mass protests over the police killing of George Floyd, the state is coming up with a plan to allow demonstrators access to testing even if they don't have symptoms.
by MPR News Staff

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Who dares to rent a dress now? Coronavirus upends the sharing economy

Who dares to rent a dress now? Coronavirus upends the sharing economy

How do you share your car, home or clothing with other people during a pandemic? Companies from Airbnb to Rent The Runway face big challenges convincing customers their services are safe.
by Shannon Bond

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Restaurants reopen with restrictions as some hunger for more

Restaurants reopen with restrictions as some hunger for more

Outdoor dining can resume Monday amid clamoring by restaurants to scale back remaining restrictions more quickly. Hair care businesses can also serve clients on a limited basis.
by Brian Bakst

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Should I get tested for coronavirus just for the heck of it?

Should I get tested for coronavirus just for the heck of it?

Access to tests has improved significantly, and in some places, people can now get tested without having to show any symptoms. We asked experts how much you can really learn from the result.
by Laurel Wamsley

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Massive protests raise fears of new virus outbreaks

Massive protests raise fears of new virus outbreaks

Health experts fear that silent carriers of the virus who have no symptoms could unwittingly infect others at gatherings with people packed cheek to jowl and cheering and jeering, many without masks.
by The Associated Press

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Cities fear protests may fuel new wave of virus outbreaks

Cities fear protests may fuel new wave of virus outbreaks

The massive protests sweeping across the Twin Cities and the country following the police killing of George Floyd have sent shudders through the health community and elevated fears that the huge crowds will lead to a new surge in cases of the coronavirus.
by The Associated Press

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