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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.

COVID-19 tests that are supposed to be free can ring up surprising charges

A graduate student in West Virginia was concerned she had come down with COVID-19. But she couldn't get tested for it until her doctor ruled out other things, a process that cost a bundle.
by Carmen Heredia Rodriguez

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April 29 update on COVID-19 in MN: 319 deaths; Walz unveils next steps Thursday

April 29 update on COVID-19 in MN: 319 deaths; Walz unveils next steps Thursday

Gov. Tim Walz on Thursday will announce his next steps to restart parts of the economy while continuing to manage the spread of COVID-19. With his stay-at-home order set to expire Monday, officials say expect Walz to renew his call for people to stay close to home.
by MPR News Staff

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Poll: Half of Americans financially affected by coronavirus

Poll: Half of Americans financially affected by coronavirus

An NPR/PBS NewsHour/Marist poll finds 50 percent say they or someone in their household has lost hours or a job due to the pandemic. They also say their governors are doing a better job it than Trump.
by Domenico Montanaro

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Will long-term care facilities benefit from expanded testing?

Will long-term care facilities benefit from expanded testing?

As testing for the coronavirus expands, some question whether the extra capacity could help people living in long-term care facilities. 
by Peter Cox

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Coronavirus has now killed more Americans than Vietnam War

Coronavirus has now killed more Americans than Vietnam War

The number of lives taken by COVID-19 in the U.S. has reached a grim milestone: More people have died of the disease than the 58,220 Americans who perished in the Vietnam War.
by David Welna

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CDC now lists nine COVID-19 symptoms

CDC now lists nine COVID-19 symptoms

Six new symptoms added to the list include: chills, repeated shaking with chills, muscle pain, headache, sore throat and new loss of taste or smell.
by Dr. Jon Hallberg and Tom Crann

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Polk County sheriff says businesses can open up if they can do it safely

Polk County sheriff says businesses can open up if they can do it safely

A sheriff in a Wisconsin county that borders Minnesota says he’ll allow nonessential businesses to reopen if they can operate safely. The decision runs counter to Wisconsin Gov. Tony Evers’ executive order.
by Mark Zdechlik

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