George Floyd autopsy report reveals he was coronavirus survivor
George Floyd had tested positive for COVID-19, but was an asymptomatic carrier without lung damage, according to a new report from the Hennepin County Medical Examiner.
Hydroxychloroquine has no benefit over placebo in preventing COVID-19, University of Minnesota trial finds
A trial conducted by researchers at the University of Minnesota found the antimalarial drug hydroxychloroquine has no benefit over a placebo in preventing COVID-19.
Minnesota Department of Health tells people who've attended George Floyd rallies to get COVID-19 test
If you've attended a vigil, rally, or protest in the aftermath of George Floyd's death, the Minnesota Department of Health is asking you to get tested for COVID-19.
Carver County cat confirmed to have virus that causes COVID-19
A pet cat in Carver County, Minnesota was confirmed to be infected with SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19 in humans, officials said Tuesday.
Wisconsin sees spike in COVID-19 cases with single-day high of 733 new reports
Wisconsin has set a new single-day high for positive COVID-19, as health officials report 733 new positive tests on Friday.
FDA finds contamination in several brands of diabetes drug
The Food and Drug Administration said that several batches of the drug metformin tested positive for unsafe levels of N-Nitrosodimethylamine, a possible cancer-causing chemical.
COVID-19 test collection at Minnesota National Guard sites may surpass goal
After a large turnout, the Minnesota National Guard has concluded its free testing over the holiday weekend for anyone who wanted to know if they had COVID-19.
Mask donation drive held in Minneapolis day before required mask policy takes effect
In an effort to prevent the spread of COVID-19, the Cty of Minneapolis kicked off a donation drive Monday to collect homemade face masks at fire stations across the city.
Health care hero who died of COVID-19 ‘sacrificed everything for anybody he could help’
A manager of several Twin Cities metro area assisted living facilities is being remembered after he died from COVID-19 earlier this month after weeks on the front line of the pandemic.
COVID-19 in Wisconsin: More than 2,300 hospitalizations to date
More than 500 Wisconsinites have now died from COVID-19 as of Saturday afternoon, according to new data from the Department of Health Services.
CDC warns of COVID-19 spread in group gatherings after 2 people infect dozens at church
The health agency shared a graphic detailing how two symptomatic persons infected at least 35 individuals at a church.
Large study finds malaria drugs touted by Trump linked to greater risk of death in COVID-19 patients
The new study of nearly 100,000 patients found those treated with hydroxychloroquine or chloroquine were also more likely to develop a serious heart rhythm problem.
COVID-19 in Wisconsin: 13,885 cases, 487 deaths to date
Four hundred an eighty-seven Wisconsinites have died from COVID-19 as of Thursday afternoon, according to the Wisconsin Department of Health Services.
WHO 'mythbusters' against COVID-19 misinformation | UPDATED EDITION
UPDATED | Misinformation, misunderstandings, and outdated information about the new coronavirus and COVID-19, the disease it causes, seemingly spread as easily as the pathogen. These mythbusters aim to counteract those dangerous false narratives.
Experts say stress of pandemic linked to sleep loss, bizarre dreams
Experts say that the emotional and physical stress of living through the pandemic have triggered issues like insomnia and unusual dreams.
Minnesota gyms to remain closed until next phase of Stay Safe MN plan
Minnesota Governor Tim Walz outlined the next phase of the state's Stay Safe plan, giving guidance on how more businesses can begin reopening. But, for now, gyms will remain closed.
COVID-19 in Wisconsin: More than 13,000 positive cases to date
More than 13,000 positive COVID-19 cases have been reported to the Wisconsin Department of Health Services as of Wednesday afternoon.
Planning a social gathering? Here are the dos, don'ts and risks
With people starting to socially gather, here’s what a doctor says is high and low-risk behavior.
A scary time for kids: how families dealing with addiction can get help during COVID-19
As COVID-19 continues to turn so many of our lives upside down, our mental health can suffer - and for families dealing with addiction the concern can be even greater. National director of Hazelden Betty Ford's children's program, Jerry Moe joined the Buzz to chat about ways to help kids during the pandemic.
'We're maxed out:' Minnesota nurses reuse masks while state officials say inventory is strong
Minnesota nurses say they're being forced to reuse masks and gowns, even after the state has spent weeks and millions of dollars stockpiling protective equipment in the midst of the coronavirus pandemic.