Hospitals in multiple states rationing health care amid crushing COVID-19 surge

Idaho's public health leaders have expanded health care rationing statewide amid a massive increase in the number of coronavirus patients requiring hospitalization.

Minnesota now offering on-site incentives at COVID-19 vaccination clinics

The Minnesota Department of Health announced Thursday it will begin offering a new way for people to cash in on getting their COVID-19 vaccine.

US unemployment claims rise as delta variant weighs on economy

U.S. unemployment claims rose last week to 332,000 from a pandemic low, a sign that worsening COVID-19 infections may have slightly increased layoffs.

Minnesota judge rejects attempt to force school mask mandate

A Minnesota judge has rejected a request by concerned parents to force a statewide mask mandate in all schools.

Minnesotans can access to immunization records through new mobile app

Minnesotans can access their immunization records more easily through a new mobile app, the state health department announced Wednesday.

Minneapolis, Roseville schools add staff COVID-19 vaccine requirement

The Minneapolis and Roseville school districts are now requiring staff to get vaccinated against COVID-19 or face regular COVID-19 testing.

Pediatric COVID-19 cases ‘exponentially’ increased over summer, AAP says

There was about a 240% increase in pediatric COVID-19 cases from early July to early September, according to the American Academy of Pediatrics.

Army: ‘Relief of duties, discharge’ possible for those who refuse COVID-19 vaccine

The U.S. Army announced Tuesday its COVID-19 vaccine mandate for soldiers is being implemented, saying those who refuse could face relief of duties or discharge.

COVID-19 or seasonal allergies? Delta making it harder to tell

It's peak ragweed season in Minnesota, and allergy sufferers are finding themselves with symptoms that can sometimes present similarly to COVID-19.

Health experts recommend flu shot as uncertainty looms for flu season

As the COVID-19 delta variant continues to spread, health officials are still urging everyone to get vaccinated against the virus and to get their annual flu shot.

Wisconsin county asks the public to do their own contact tracing due to COVID-19 surge

A western Wisconsin county health department is asking members of the public to move forward with their own contact tracing as they deal with a COVID-19 surge.

World's oldest living male gorilla tests positive for COVID-19 virus

Multiple gorillas at Zoo Atlanta, including the world's oldest living male gorilla, have tested positive for the virus that causes COVID-19.

69 COVID-19 cases linked to Minnesota State Fair so far, MDH says

The Minnesota Department of Health says it has identified 69 confirmed cases of COVID-19 linked to the Minnesota State Fair.