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COVID-19: Coverage of the pandemic from MPR News

The latest news, resources, guides and tips to help you stay up to date on the coronavirus pandemic.

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Trump pledges to 'pressure' governors to reopen schools despite health concerns

Trump pledges to 'pressure' governors to reopen schools despite health concerns

The administration acknowledges the risk of students spreading the contagion to vulnerable populations but emphasizes that school closures disrupt "critical services to children and their families." Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz said the level of in-person versus distance learning will depend on how successful the state is at containing the coronavirus.
by Barbara Sprunt

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Protective gear for medical workers begins to run low again

Protective gear for medical workers begins to run low again

The personal protective gear that was in dangerously short supply during the early weeks of the coronavirus crisis in the U.S. is running low again as the virus resumes its rapid spread and the number of hospitalized patients climbs.
by The Associated Press

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Retailers to governors: Please mandate face mask wearing

Retailers to governors: Please mandate face mask wearing

The Retail Industry Leaders Association, which represents Target, Home Depot and other major chains, says different rules around the country have made it confusing for shoppers and often lead to conflict between customers and workers trying to enforce store rules.
by The Associated Press

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Doctor: Many COVID-19 patients face long-term health challenges

Doctor: Many COVID-19 patients face long-term health challenges

As the COVID-19 pandemic continues, we're learning more about what it means to survive the disease. For many patients who fall seriously ill, the virus' impact does not end upon discharge from the hospital. Some are struggling with a host of residual symptoms and challenges.
by Cathy Wurzer

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July 7 update on COVID-19 in MN: Death count continues to ebb

July 7 update on COVID-19 in MN: Death count continues to ebb

With three deaths reported Tuesday, the state remains on a two-week trend of days with deaths mostly in single digits. The newest counts come a day after Rochester and Mankato voted to require mask-wearing in public indoor spaces.
by MPR News Staff

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ICE: Foreign students must leave the U.S. if their colleges go online-only this fall

ICE: Foreign students must leave the U.S. if their colleges go online-only this fall

New federal rules will prohibit international students from completing fully online courses of study while in the U.S. Monday's announcement comes as more colleges release their plans for the fall.
by Rachel Treisman

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