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COVID-19: Coverage of the pandemic from MPR News

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Study begins in U.S. to test possible coronavirus treatment

Study begins in U.S. to test possible coronavirus treatment

The first clinical trial in the U.S. of a possible coronavirus treatment is underway in Nebraska and is eventually expected to include 400 patients at 50 locations around the world.
by The Associated Press

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COVID-19 brings disinformation war to health care

COVID-19 brings disinformation war to health care

The director of the World Health Organization recently said, “we’re not just fighting an epidemic; we’re fighting an infodemic,” when it comes to the COVID-19 coronavirus.
by Tom Crann and Dr. Jon Hallberg

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Some U.S. farmers boxed in by coronavirus outbreak

Some U.S. farmers boxed in by coronavirus outbreak

Fewer ships from China are docking in the U.S., which hurts U.S. farmers who send exports on the ships' return trips. And perishables that do make it sometimes rot on the docks in China.
by Anna King

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Minnesota experts: It’s time families plan for COVID-19 outbreak

Minnesota experts: It’s time families plan for COVID-19 outbreak

People should consider whether they have enough food at home and who will care for a sick family member, infectious disease experts in Minnesota say.
by Dan Gunderson

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Coronavirus has 'pandemic potential' but isn't there yet, WHO says

Coronavirus has 'pandemic potential' but isn't there yet, WHO says

"Does this virus have pandemic potential?" Dr. Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus said Monday. "Absolutely, it has. Are we there yet? From our assessment, not yet."
by Bill Chappell

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Virus pushes beyond Asia, taking aim at Europe, Mideast

Virus pushes beyond Asia, taking aim at Europe, Mideast

The leader of the World Health Organization says the recent developments have shown "just how quickly a new virus can spread around the world and cause widespread fear and disruption."
by The Associated Press

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Coronavirus cases triple in South Korea; WHO keeps eye on Africa, Iran

Coronavirus cases triple in South Korea; WHO keeps eye on Africa, Iran

The tally of new cases is declining in China, the heart of the outbreak. But rising numbers beyond its borders have officials worried, including for regions that have scarcely seen the virus so far.
by Colin Dwyer

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