Minnesota has been preparing all summer for COVID-19 vaccine distribution
The CDC told state health departments Wednesday to prepare for a possible coronavirus vaccine this fall and Minnesota says it has been readying for it all summer.
The CDC told state health departments Wednesday to prepare for a possible coronavirus vaccine this fall and Minnesota says it has been readying for it all summer.
HealthPartners opens enrollment for 1,500 people in COVID-19 vaccine trial
HealthPartners announced Wednesday that it will be enrolling at least 1,500 people in a clinical trial that will determine whether a vaccine developed by Oxford University researchers is effective at preventing COVID-19. HealthPartners is the only health system in Minnesota involved in the Phase 3 clinical trial, which is led by Oxford and pharmaceutical company AstraZeneca.
HealthPartners announced Wednesday that it will be enrolling at least 1,500 people in a clinical trial that will determine whether a vaccine developed by Oxford University researchers is effective at preventing COVID-19. HealthPartners is the only health system in Minnesota involved in the Phase 3 clinical trial, which is led by Oxford and pharmaceutical company AstraZeneca.
CDC tells states to prepare for COVID-19 vaccine distribution as soon as October or November
The CDC plan laid out specifications for a potential vaccine, including requirements for distribution, storage and administration.
The CDC plan laid out specifications for a potential vaccine, including requirements for distribution, storage and administration.
Study: Closing schools in the spring saved lives
New research backs up the state’s painful decision to shut down schools last spring to slow the spread of COVID-19.
New research backs up the state’s painful decision to shut down schools last spring to slow the spread of COVID-19.
COVID-19 in Wisconsin: 12 new deaths reported, 7-day case increase average dips slightly
The state of Wisconsin reported 12 new COVID-19 deaths in the last 24 hours Wednesday, bringing the pandemic death total to 1,142.
The state of Wisconsin reported 12 new COVID-19 deaths in the last 24 hours Wednesday, bringing the pandemic death total to 1,142.
Large study finds coronavirus-fighting antibodies do not fade quickly, offering hope for virus vaccine efforts
Scientists are reporting that the antibodies people make to fight the new coronavirus do not fade quickly.
Scientists are reporting that the antibodies people make to fight the new coronavirus do not fade quickly.
6 more COVID-19 deaths in Minnesota, private gatherings concern health officials
The Minnesota Department of Health on Tuesday reported six more deaths from COVID-19 and 502 new positive tests. The latest numbers come as state health officials are blaming private get-togethers for the lack of a decline in cases.
The Minnesota Department of Health on Tuesday reported six more deaths from COVID-19 and 502 new positive tests. The latest numbers come as state health officials are blaming private get-togethers for the lack of a decline in cases.
Can I use a face shield instead of a mask?
No. Health officials don’t recommend the clear plastic barriers as a substitute for masks because of the lack of research on whether they keep an infected person from spreading viral droplets to others.
No. Health officials don’t recommend the clear plastic barriers as a substitute for masks because of the lack of research on whether they keep an infected person from spreading viral droplets to others.
Research suggests coronavirus vaccine will likely require 2 shots to be effective
Evidence and continuing studies are suggesting that people may need two doses, not just one in order for the vaccine to be effective.
Evidence and continuing studies are suggesting that people may need two doses, not just one in order for the vaccine to be effective.
Minnesota health officials blame private gatherings, not public spaces for COVID-19 spread
One day after a White House health official sounded the alarm about the Twin Cities area’s COVID-19 situation, state health officials blamed private get-togethers for the lack of a decline in cases.
One day after a White House health official sounded the alarm about the Twin Cities area’s COVID-19 situation, state health officials blamed private get-togethers for the lack of a decline in cases.
COVID-19 in Wisconsin: State reports lowest single-day case increase since June 23
The state of Wisconsin's Department of Health Services reported only 266 new COVID-19 cases Monday, the lowest single-day reported total since June 23 when 263 cases were reported.
The state of Wisconsin's Department of Health Services reported only 266 new COVID-19 cases Monday, the lowest single-day reported total since June 23 when 263 cases were reported.
Fad or future? Telehealth expansion eyed beyond COVID-19 pandemic
During the coronavirus pandemic the use of telehealth visits has taken off after Medicare temporarily relaxed restrictions that predated the smartphone era.
During the coronavirus pandemic the use of telehealth visits has taken off after Medicare temporarily relaxed restrictions that predated the smartphone era.
COVID-19 in Minnesota: Test result reporting delays from private lab continue to skew daily numbers
The Minnesota Department of Health reported its daily COVID-19 case numbers and information Saturday, but for the third straight day, the numbers came with a disclaimer that the numbers might be skewed due to reporting delays from a private lab.
The Minnesota Department of Health reported its daily COVID-19 case numbers and information Saturday, but for the third straight day, the numbers came with a disclaimer that the numbers might be skewed due to reporting delays from a private lab.
Increased COVID-19 compliance checks at Minnesota restaurants and bars start Friday
Starting Friday, Minnesota public safety and health officials will complete increased COVID-19 compliance checks at bars and restaurants, according to the Department of Labor and Industry.
Starting Friday, Minnesota public safety and health officials will complete increased COVID-19 compliance checks at bars and restaurants, according to the Department of Labor and Industry.
Fall allergies or COVID-19? Here's the difference between symptoms
Experts say allergy symptoms can often mimic those of the novel coronavirus, but there are some telltale signs that it’s not allergies.
Experts say allergy symptoms can often mimic those of the novel coronavirus, but there are some telltale signs that it’s not allergies.
Memorial Blood Centers calls for donors while facing low supply amid COVID-19
Memorial Blood Centers is calling for blood donations, as it faces a "critical challenge" keeping up its blood supply to meet the needs of area hospitals, according to a spokesman.
Memorial Blood Centers is calling for blood donations, as it faces a "critical challenge" keeping up its blood supply to meet the needs of area hospitals, according to a spokesman.
Minnesota test provider's backlog results in largest single-day COVID-19 case increase to date in Minnesota
The Minnesota Department of Health reported its largest single-day COVID-19 case increase to date Thursday, which the Department of Health says is a result of inconsistent reporting from one of its test providers.
The Minnesota Department of Health reported its largest single-day COVID-19 case increase to date Thursday, which the Department of Health says is a result of inconsistent reporting from one of its test providers.
Wisconsin, Minnesota health departments reaffirm commitment to COVID-19 testing despite revised CDC policies
The states of Wisconsin and Minnesota both reaffirmed their commitment to expansive COVID-19 testing this week as the CDC revised its policies to recommend that fewer people receive tests.
The states of Wisconsin and Minnesota both reaffirmed their commitment to expansive COVID-19 testing this week as the CDC revised its policies to recommend that fewer people receive tests.
Will a face mask protect me, or just the people near me?
Does a face mask protect me, or just the people around me? It likely does both.
Does a face mask protect me, or just the people around me? It likely does both.
CDC changes testing guidance to exclude asymptomatic people exposed to COVID-19, bewildering experts
The CDC previously had advised local health departments to test people who have been within 6 feet of an infected person for more than 15 minutes.
The CDC previously had advised local health departments to test people who have been within 6 feet of an infected person for more than 15 minutes.