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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.

Why it takes so long to get most COVID-19 test results

Why it takes so long to get most COVID-19 test results

Even many symptomatic patients and exposed health workers who are able to get a COVID-19 test must wait nearly a week to get results. Others get results in hours. Here's why it varies so much.
by Julie Appleby

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Hotspots grow as coronavirus death toll in U.S. passes 2,000

Hotspots grow as coronavirus death toll in U.S. passes 2,000

The coronavirus continued its unrelenting spread across the United States with fatalities doubling in two days, and authorities saying Saturday that an infant who tested positive had died.
by The Associated Press

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Why 'death rates' from coronavirus can be deceiving

Why 'death rates' from coronavirus can be deceiving

"Case fatality rates have been very confusing," says Dr. Steven Lawrence, an infectious disease expert. Here's why.
by Jon Hamilton

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Thinking of heading to a cabin to wait out the coronavirus? Here are a few things to consider

Thinking of heading to a cabin to wait out the coronavirus? Here are a few things to consider

With the state under a two-week stay-at-home order starting at midnight Friday, people with the option might be thinking of packing up and heading out of town for the next few weeks. But state officials ask that you consider that decision carefully.
by Kirsti Marohn

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From Louis Erdrich to Kurt Vonnegut, a reading list for social distancing

From Louis Erdrich to Kurt Vonnegut, a reading list for social distancing

In a time of change and turmoil, many listeners are turning to books for entertainment and comfort. Listeners and book experts nominated their favorites during a recent conversation on MPR News with Kerri Miller.
by Breann Schossow

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States and stores are banning reusable bags during COVID-19 pandemic. Is it safe to use them?

States and stores are banning reusable bags during COVID-19 pandemic. Is it safe to use them?

The governors of Massachusetts and New Hampshire have temporarily ordered the use of disposable bags in stores around their states as a way to tamp down the spread of the coronavirus pandemic. And grocery stores around the country, including some in Minnesota, are putting restrictions on them. But are the fears warranted?
by Dan Kraker

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