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April 15 update on COVID-19 in MN: 87 dead; Walz says state must 'go it alone' on testing

April 15 update on COVID-19 in MN: 87 dead; Walz says state must 'go it alone' on testing

Gov. Tim Walz drew a bright line Wednesday tying a successful reopening of Minnesota’s economy to a massive increase in COVID-19 testing, making it clear that one could not happen without the other. He acknowledged ramping up will be a huge challenge.
by MPR News Staff

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State officials expect virus to take greater toll on racial minorities

State officials expect virus to take greater toll on racial minorities

COVID-19 is more deadly for African Americans than it is for whites, according to early data from several states and major metropolitan areas. So far, Minnesota has not detected racial differences in deaths from the virus. But given the state’s well-documented disparities in health and access to health care, experts suspect the pandemic will hurt people of color the most.
by Brandt Williams

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Grocery workers should be designated first responders, supermarkets and union say

Grocery workers should be designated first responders, supermarkets and union say

Kroger and Albertsons have joined the food workers union UFCW in urging state and national officials to give grocery staff higher priority for testing and access to masks and other protections.
by Alina Selyukh

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