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.

Antibody tests for coronavirus can miss the mark
Antibody tests to detect past exposure to the coronavirus will soon be everywhere. But even the best ones can provide wrong answers surprisingly often — and give false assurance.
People with disabilities fear pandemic will worsen medical biases
As medical providers prepare for the possibility that they may have to ration care, many people with disabilities fear they will get lesser treatment.
April 15 update on COVID-19 in MN: 87 dead; Walz says state must 'go it alone' on testing
Gov. Tim Walz drew a bright line Wednesday tying a successful reopening of Minnesota’s economy to a massive increase in COVID-19 testing, making it clear that one could not happen without the other. He acknowledged ramping up will be a huge challenge.
State officials expect virus to take greater toll on racial minorities
COVID-19 is more deadly for African Americans than it is for whites, according to early data from several states and major metropolitan areas. So far, Minnesota has not detected racial differences in deaths from the virus. But given the state’s well-documented disparities in health and access to health care, experts suspect the pandemic will hurt people of color the most.
Trump says he will halt WHO funding, pending review
The president has been sharply critical of the World Health Organization. "As the organization's leading sponsor, the United States has a duty to insist on full accountability," he said Tuesday.
Dr. Jon Hallberg answers your COVID-19 questions
Should we wear gloves? Should grocery workers leave their work clothes in the garage? Am I at risk if my asthma or diabetes is controlled?
Arts Board changes grant process at a troubled time
The state agency says the change will help artists; some of the artists aren’t so sure.