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February 26, 2020 7:28 PM

As U.S. preps for coronavirus, health workers question safety measures

The plight of Chinese health care workers contracting the coronavirus has prompted frontline medical staff in the U.S. to wonder if they're protected. Hospitals say they're taking steps to prepare.

by Yuki Noguchi

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February 26, 2020 6:20 PM

Tobacco bills fire up advocates, opponents at Capitol

Two bills to restrict tobacco sales or use are on the move in the Legislature, but a further-reaching bill has stirred up a fight.

by Brian Bakst

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February 26, 2020 6:03 PM

A guide: How to prepare your home for coronavirus

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention this week urged the American public "to prepare in the expectation that this could be bad." Here are some of the steps you might consider.

by Maria Godoy

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February 26, 2020 1:32 PM

Delta cuts Korea flights, suspends MSP-Seoul route, as virus spreads

Delta said Wednesday it will suspend flights between Minneapolis and Seoul beginning this weekend and lasting until at least April 30. The airline will also reduce the number of flights from Korea to Atlanta, Detroit and Seattle.

by The Associated Press

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February 26, 2020 12:27 PM

Trump administration pressed on coronavirus preparedness

Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer says there is "no plan" for potential outbreaks in the U.S. The White House says it has the situation "contained" and has requested emergency funding.

by Miles Parks

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February 26, 2020 8:20 AM

Tokyo organizers, government take offensive on virus threat

After a senior IOC member said the 2020 Games were being threatened by the spread of COVID-19, the Tokyo organizing committee CEO said "our basic thoughts are that we will go ahead with the Olympic and Paralympic Games as scheduled."

by The Associated Press

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February 26, 2020 8:03 AM

Trump appoints Pence to lead government's coronavirus response

"We're doing really well, and Mike is going to be in charge," Trump said, noting the vice president’s experience as governor of Indiana made him adept at working with state and local health authorities

by Vanessa Romo

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February 26, 2020 4:00 AM

From allergies to declining business, warming winters affect everyday life

For many parts of the United States this winter has been one of the warmest on record. People around the country are feeling the effects of it.

by Brooklyn Riepma

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February 26, 2020 4:00 AM

Walz, health officials: Minnesota ready to fight virus but people should brace for outbreak

As the new coronavirus has spread in Iran and parts of Europe, Minnesota health officials say it's only a matter of time before the state sees its first confirmed case. Gov. Tim Walz says Minnesota is prepared to deal with COVID-19.

by Peter Cox

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February 25, 2020 4:40 PM

Study begins in U.S. to test possible coronavirus treatment

The first clinical trial in the U.S. of a possible coronavirus treatment is underway in Nebraska and is eventually expected to include 400 patients at 50 locations around the world.

by The Associated Press

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