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'Deadly phase': Minnesota's long-term care facilities fight to control coronavirus spread
Nursing homes and assisted living facilities had hoped to keep the coronavirus mostly outside of their doors. But despite their efforts, COVID-19 cases have spread to more than 90 congregate care facilities. More than 70 percent of Minnesota's fatalities are traced to long-term care homes.
Coronavirus upends Ramadan traditions of family, charity, community
Ramadan, the holy month of prayer, fasting and celebration for Muslims worldwide, begins on Thursday. But as mosques are closed and large gatherings are discouraged under the stay-at-home order, Muslims in Minnesota are having to change their religious customs while trying to maintain close community ties.
Round 2: Dr. Hallberg answers your coronavirus questions
With limited testing, how will the state know the full scope of COVID-19? If you’re infected by breathing the virus in, why wash your hands? Can sunlight decontaminate face masks? Dr. Jon Hallberg answers some audience questions about COVID-19.
Meat supplies unlikely to get very lean
Consumers may see some spot shortages of their favorite cuts after some big meat processors shut down because of COVID-19 outbreaks. But experts say if people don’t panic and hoard, overall supplies shouldn’t run out.
Wis. officials: 7 virus cases appear related to in-person voting
They would be the first such cases since the state held in-person voting despite widespread concern about the health risks. The conditions of the seven, all in Milwaukee, weren't immediately available.