MDH searching for Phase 1A health care workers who haven’t been vaccinated yet
The Minnesota Department of Health announced updates Wednesday in the continuing rollout of COVID-19 vaccines across the state.
'Just lay low and cool it': Fauci warns against Super Bowl parties
The nation’s top infectious disease expert doesn’t want Sunday's Super Bowl to turn into a super spreader.
Doctors: Stop focusing on efficacy of the COVID-19 vaccine
As COVID-19 vaccines come on the market, there's a lot of talk about their effectiveness. However, health experts say that shouldn't be the main focus.
Better Business Bureau urges people to avoid sharing COVID-19 vaccination card on social media
The Better Business Bureau is warning people to avoid sharing their COVID-19 vaccination cards on social media.
Minnesota travelers familiar with new federal mask guidelines
The President’s new masking order took effect Tuesday for anyone flying or using mass transit, but in Minnesota, those rules have been in effect for some time.
Summerfest moves to September, allows more time to vaccinate public
Summerfest will move from its original June 2021 dates to give health professionals more time to vaccinate the general public. Summerfest 2021 will be held September 2 – 4, 9 – 11 and 16 – 18.
CDC study urges more ‘efficient and equitable administration’ of COVID-19 vaccines
A recent study released by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention revealed that a more “efficient and equitable administration” of COVID-19 vaccines needs to be a high priority after preliminary data showed mostly non-Hispanic White women received the COVID-19 vaccine so far.
COVID-19 in Wisconsin: Case increase average hits lowest mark since Sept. 16
The case increase average reached its lowest point since Sept. 16 Tuesday, as the key COVID-19 metric continues its daily decline.
Nearly 20% of Minnesota seniors have received at least 1st dose of COVID-19 vaccine
Minnesota health officials reported 633 new cases of COVID-19 and eight additional deaths Tuesday.
Andrew Yang tests positive for coronavirus
New York City mayoral candidate Andrew Yang has announced that he has tested positive for COVID-19.
'Captain Tom,' 100-year-old veteran who raised millions for COVID-19 relief, dies after testing positive
The 100-year-old British war veteran, who captivated the nation by raising more than $40 million toward COVID-19 relief last year, died after testing positive for the virus.
Study suggests pandemic, protests played role in surge of 2020 killings
Killings rose dramatically across the U.S. last year, and a study released by the National Commission on COVID-19 and Criminal Justice suggests the pandemic and racial injustice unrest were factors.
Minnesota announces changes to statewide COVID-19 vaccine rollout
Minnesota officials announced several changes to the COVID-19 vaccine rollout across the state Monday designed to get more people the vaccine.
Biden, Harris hear GOP pitch for smaller COVID-19 relief package
President Joe Biden has met with a group of Republican senators who have proposed a slimmed down $618 billion coronavirus aid package, about a third of what he's seeking.
DHS: 750 new positive cases of COVID-19 in WI; 1 new death
The number of positive cases of COVID-19 in Wisconsin rose by 750 Monday, Feb. 1, officials with the Wisconsin Department of Health Services reported, for a total of 543,165.
WI mom who gave birth in coma holds newborn after beating COVID
A Poynette mom who made a miraculous recovery from COVID-19, giving birth while in a coma, was able to hold her newborn daughter for the first time.
Minnesota reports 727 new COVID-19 cases, 2 deaths Monday
Minnesota health officials reported 727 new cases of COVID-19 and two additional deaths from the disease Monday.
Andrew Brooks, who led development of 1st approved COVID-19 spit test, dies at 51
Andrew Brooks, 51, is credited with developing the first saliva-based test for COVID-19. New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy said the test "undoubtedly saved lives."
Minnesota COVID-19 vaccine locator map
Minnesota launched a new COVID-19 vaccine locator map Monday to help people find local vaccination opportunities near where they live.
TSA to enforce masks at all airport checkpoints, may deny entry amid new coronavirus variants
Beginning Feb. 2, air travelers over the age of 2 without a mask may be denied entry through airport security checkpoints. The requirement remains effective through May 11.