'It’s safe. It’s effective. It’s free': Obama encourages youth vaccinations with TikTok PSA
Obama had previously teamed up with former presidents Clinton, Bush and Carter for a PSA showing them receiving their vaccines. But as vaccine eligibility expanded in April, Obama shifted his message to meet the next wave of recipients on their platform of choice.
Minnesota reports 1,877 new COVID-19 cases, 16 deaths Friday as 7-day average positivity rate drops
The Minnesota Department of Health reported 1,877 new cases of COVID-19 and 16 more deaths Friday as the state’s seven-day rolling average positivity rate continues to drop.
Mall of America community vaccination site prioritizing teens for COVID-19 vaccines
The state-run community vaccination site at the Mall of America in Bloomington, Minnesota is prioritizing 16 and 17 year olds this week to get the Pfizer vaccine, the state Department of Education says.
Doctors: You should still get vaccinated even if you already beat COVID-19 once
Minnesota health leaders are urging everyone who is eligible to get the COVID-19 vaccine -- even if you have already beat the virus once.
Minnesota reports 1,921 new COVID-19 cases, 15 more deaths Thursday
The Minnesota Department of Health reported 1,921 new cases of COVID-19 and 15 more deaths Thursday. Minnesota has seen 573,938 COVID-19 cases and 7,128 deaths since the pandemic began.
Health care providers, tech companies expand digital access to vaccine records
Technology companies and health care providers have developed digital vaccination records that you can access on your phone. The companies are explicit that these are not "vaccine passports," which have been linked to hot-button political debates.
Pfizer, Moderna COVID-19 vaccines 94% effective at cutting hospitalizations for older adults, CDC says
The CDC’s study found the shots are 94% effective at preventing hospitalizations for fully vaccinated adults and 64% effective among partially vaccinated adults 65 and older.
Millions of Americans are missing ‘critical’ second COVID-19 vaccine shot, according to CDC data
The CDC says about 8% of Americans - or about 5 million people - are missing their second dose of the COVID-19 vaccine within the recommended timeframe.
Minnesota reports 1,088 new COVID-19 cases, 12 deaths Tuesday
The Minnesota Department of Health reported 1,088 new COVID-19 cases and 12 more deaths Tuesday.
Prince Harry and Meghan to lead 'Vax Live' world fundraising concert
The couple will serve as the campaign chairs of an effort to deliver COVID-19 vaccines to medical workers in the world’s poorest countries, which includes a fundraising concert in May.
Minnesotans express hope, excitement as COVID-19 vaccinations increase
Each day, more than 3,000 people come through the line at the Minnesota state fairgrounds to get vaccinated against COVID-19, according to organizers. Those who passed through the line Monday said they are full of hope for the future.
Minnesotans can now sign up for community vaccination site appointments online
Minnesotans can now schedule direct COVID-19 vaccine appointments on the state’s Vaccine Connector website, the Governor’s office says.
New COVID-19 cases in Minnesota continue to decline week over week
The Minnesota Department of Health reported 1,197 new COVID-19 cases and zero deaths Monday.
How to make a COVID-19 vaccine appointment in Minnesota
All Minnesotans 16 years old and older are eligible to get the COVID-19 vaccine. Here are some options for scheduling a vaccine appointment.
EU launches legal action against COVID-19 vaccine maker AstraZeneca over dose shortage
The European Commission says it’s launched legal action against the COVID-19 vaccine maker AstraZeneca in regards to an untimely delivery of millions of doses.
Minnesota reports 1,569 new COVID-19 cases, 7 more deaths Sunday
The Minnesota Department of Health reported 1,569 new cases of COVID-19 and seven more deaths Sunday.
Minnesota reports 2,104 new COVID-19 cases, 8 more deaths Saturday
The Minnesota Department of Health reported 2,104 new cases of COVID-19 and eight more deaths Saturday.
Macalester College to require COVID-19 vaccine this fall
Macalester College in St. Paul will be requiring all students and staff to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 before the start of the fall semester.
ICU COVID-19 cases rising in Minnesota
The Minnesota Department of Health reported 2,167 new COVID-19 cases and 10 more deaths Friday.
Several Minnesota counties with higher COVID case growth have low vaccination rates
Minnesota's growing spread of COVID-19 infections over the past month wasn't evenly distributed across the state, and the push to get vaccines into arms appears to have made an impact.