COVID-19 death toll felt heavily by 2 Twin Cities metro area nursing homes
The FOX 9 Investigators discovered two Twin Cities metro area long-term care facilities have each had at least 12 people die from COVID-19.
The FOX 9 Investigators discovered two Twin Cities metro area long-term care facilities have each had at least 12 people die from COVID-19.
Pregnancy amid COVID-19: Doctors report surprising, promising findings
Because the coronavirus is so new, there are not a lot of answers. But, one surprising finding so far is that pregnant women who get the virus do not seem to be getting any sicker than women who are not pregnant.
Because the coronavirus is so new, there are not a lot of answers. But, one surprising finding so far is that pregnant women who get the virus do not seem to be getting any sicker than women who are not pregnant.
State, U of M, Mayo Clinic sign deal to increase testing in Minnesota
Gov. Tim Walz says a deal struck with the University of Minnesota and Mayo Clinic will allow for testing of 20,000 Minnesotans per day for the coronavirus, a development Walz's health commissioner said could be achieved within a few weeks.
Gov. Tim Walz says a deal struck with the University of Minnesota and Mayo Clinic will allow for testing of 20,000 Minnesotans per day for the coronavirus, a development Walz's health commissioner said could be achieved within a few weeks.
Coronavirus in Minnesota: Nobles County reports first death, 126 cases
Nobles County, home to the JBS pork plant in Worthington, Minnesota, now has 126 confirmed cases of COVID-19, according to the Minnesota Department of Health. On Wednesday, the county reported its first death.
Nobles County, home to the JBS pork plant in Worthington, Minnesota, now has 126 confirmed cases of COVID-19, according to the Minnesota Department of Health. On Wednesday, the county reported its first death.
Steps cardiac patients can take to avoid emergency rooms amid COVID-19 pandemic
One of the high risk factors for ending up in the hospital with COVID-19 is having heart disease, so people who have a history of cardiac problems need to take extra precautions at the moment.
One of the high risk factors for ending up in the hospital with COVID-19 is having heart disease, so people who have a history of cardiac problems need to take extra precautions at the moment.
Walz administration opposes GOP business reopening plan
Gov. Tim Walz's economic development commissioner says a Republican plan to reopen Minnesota businesses is "not practical."
Gov. Tim Walz's economic development commissioner says a Republican plan to reopen Minnesota businesses is "not practical."
Minnesota officials: 113 of 160 COVID-19 deaths associated with long-term care facilities
Minnesota health officials say 113 of the 160 COVID-19 deaths in Minnesota are associated with long-term care facilities.
Minnesota health officials say 113 of the 160 COVID-19 deaths in Minnesota are associated with long-term care facilities.
Memorial Blood Centers calls for donations from recovered COVID-19 patients for plasma treatment
Memorial Blood Centers is calling for donations from those who have recovered from COVID-19 in an effort to build a public bank of convalescent plasma. Recently, researchers have seen "encouraging" results in the treatment of COVID-19 patients by using convalescent plasma.
Memorial Blood Centers is calling for donations from those who have recovered from COVID-19 in an effort to build a public bank of convalescent plasma. Recently, researchers have seen "encouraging" results in the treatment of COVID-19 patients by using convalescent plasma.
COVID-19 in Wisconsin: 4,620 positive tests, 242 deaths to date
Wisconsin officials say 4,620 people have tested positive for COVID-19 as of Tuesday afternoon.
Wisconsin officials say 4,620 people have tested positive for COVID-19 as of Tuesday afternoon.
Tips for keeping your mental health in check amid the COVID-19 pandemic
Many of us may be experiencing some mental health issues right now without even realizing it. We've been thrust into unfamiliar territory, and experts say it's important to recognize it and know when to ask for help.
Many of us may be experiencing some mental health issues right now without even realizing it. We've been thrust into unfamiliar territory, and experts say it's important to recognize it and know when to ask for help.
Half a million out-of-work Minnesotans apply for unemployment
More than 500,000 Minnesotans have now lost their jobs over the past five weeks and it has left a lot of people wondering what’s next.
More than 500,000 Minnesotans have now lost their jobs over the past five weeks and it has left a lot of people wondering what’s next.
Mayo Clinic leads research on 'encouraging' plasma treatment for COVID-19
As more people become infected with the coronavirus, one of the therapies the FDA is exploring is the use of convalescent blood plasma from people who have already recovered. The Mayo Clinic is leading the research on behalf of the FDA and, so far, the results are encouraging.
As more people become infected with the coronavirus, one of the therapies the FDA is exploring is the use of convalescent blood plasma from people who have already recovered. The Mayo Clinic is leading the research on behalf of the FDA and, so far, the results are encouraging.
What's open, what's closed: Updated guide to Minnesota's stay-at-home order
Minnesota Governor Tim Walz' office released an updated Frequently Asked Questions form Monday in an effort to further clarify the state's stay-at-home order.
Minnesota Governor Tim Walz' office released an updated Frequently Asked Questions form Monday in an effort to further clarify the state's stay-at-home order.
COVID-19 in Wisconsin: 220 deaths, 1,190 hospitalizations
The state of Wisconsin says 220 people have died from COVID-19 as of Sunday, according to new statistics released Sunday.
The state of Wisconsin says 220 people have died from COVID-19 as of Sunday, according to new statistics released Sunday.
Wayzata, Minn. assisted living facility moves residents due to COVID-19 outbreak
About 40 residents at a senior care facility in Wayzata, Minnesota are being moved after a majority of its staff members have come down with COVID-19.
About 40 residents at a senior care facility in Wayzata, Minnesota are being moved after a majority of its staff members have come down with COVID-19.
Self-described Florida 'church' ordered to stop selling coronavirus 'cure'
Prosecutors filed the motion in a South Florida court, requesting a temporary restraining order against the Genesis II Church of Health and Healing. The complaint argues that the “church” cures are dangerous and that the “church” is in fact a secular organization.
Prosecutors filed the motion in a South Florida court, requesting a temporary restraining order against the Genesis II Church of Health and Healing. The complaint argues that the “church” cures are dangerous and that the “church” is in fact a secular organization.
COVID-19 presents a bigger risk to those with muscle disorders
We know that people with heart disease, lung conditions, and diabetes are especially vulnerable to COVID-19. But so are people with muscle disorders.
We know that people with heart disease, lung conditions, and diabetes are especially vulnerable to COVID-19. But so are people with muscle disorders.
University of Minnesota asks legislature for $20 million to conduct 20,000 COVID-19 tests per day
The University of Minnesota is asking the Minnesota Legislature for $20 million to implement a COVID-19 testing plan.
The University of Minnesota is asking the Minnesota Legislature for $20 million to implement a COVID-19 testing plan.
'Reopen Minnesota': Organizers looking for ways to loosen COVID-19 restrictions
The pressure is building in Minnesota to reopen the state’s economy, and while the Governor has said he wants that too, it might not be happening as quickly as some would like.
The pressure is building in Minnesota to reopen the state’s economy, and while the Governor has said he wants that too, it might not be happening as quickly as some would like.
Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison's mother passed away from COVID-19 complications
Health officials have determined Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison's mother passed away from COVID-19 complications, according to a spokeman from Ellison's office.
Health officials have determined Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison's mother passed away from COVID-19 complications, according to a spokeman from Ellison's office.