People are facing years-long wait times, insufficient legal support, and a lack of clear guidance— compounded by the challenges of a medical system that does not have a uniform process for diagnosing long Covid.
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President Biden tests positive for COVID
President Joe Biden tested positive for COVID-19, White House Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre announced this morning.
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Is the Johnson & Johnson COVID vaccine still viable?
Analysis of current data showed the J&J vaccine offered less protection in regards to hospitalization or death as compared to mRNA-based vaccines.
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Study: White people cared less about COVID after learning Blacks were most impacted
‘The study revealed that White people mostly showed less concern about COVID and its impact when they believe it is “not a White people problem.’
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FDA authorizes second COVID-19 booster shot for people over 50
The authorization is for individuals 50 and older, which health officials said would provide extra protection for the most vulnerable population if infections spike again.
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What is the new COVID-19 variant BA.2, and will it cause another wave of infections in the US?
A new omicron subvariant of the virus that causes COVID-19, is quickly becoming the predominant source of infections amid rising cases around the world.
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Even mild cases of COVID-19 can leave a mark on the brain—a neuroscientist explains emerging research
Two years into the pandemic, these findings are raising concerns about the long-term impacts the coronavirus might have on biological processes such as aging.
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‘Please tell everyone how important it is to get vaccinated’
This week Dr. Charles E. Crutchfield III’s son Charles E. Crutchfield IV interviews his father for the MSR on the most recent COVID-19 developments.
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How to order free at-home COVID-19 tests
Starting Wednesday, January 19, every household in the U.S. will be able to order up to four free rapid tests at the government website covidtest.gov.
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Minneapolis hospitals juggle rising cases, staff shortages amid omicron wave
In Hennepin County, the 14-day case rate—number of residents per 10,000 people testing positive for COVID-19 in a two-week period—is the highest it’s been since July of 2020.Â
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MN Attorney General Ellison tests positive for COVID-19
‘Vaccines and booster shots make COVID symptoms mild and manageable for most of us if we do contract the virus.’
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Mask mandates reinstated in the Twin Cities amid omicron surge
‘The surging numbers of cases and hospitalizations from the omicron variant demand immediate action to keep our residents healthy.’
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Steps Minnesotans can take to stay safe this holiday season
President Biden’s steps to fight the omicron outbreak include affordable and accessible testing; widely available free and safe vaccines; and emergency assistance for hospitals.
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New COVID-19 omicron variant is spreading rapidly
So far, the data on new cases shows that this new variant can avoid the immunity gained from prior infection.
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Rapid tests are crucial in curbing the spread of COVID-19—especially for holiday gatherings
President Joe Biden made at-home COVID-19 rapid tests eligible for reimbursement by private insurance. But how do they work?
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Travel bans of African nations called unfair, ineffective by many health experts
‘While we were busy banning travel from South Africa, the variant is already here, because we are seeing community transmission in the U.S.’
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CDC: First confirmed case of omicron variant detected in the U.S.
On Wednesday, the Centers for Disease Control reported that a case of the omicron variant was confirmed by the California and San Francisco Departments of Public Health.
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Omicron COVID-19 variant: ‘A cause for concern, not a cause for panic’
U.S. health officials have said that more data is needed to determine the efficacy of the current COVID-19 vaccines against the Omicron variant.
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To combat COVID-19 surge, booster shots are now available to all adults in MN
Minnesotans 18+ who received the Pfizer or Moderna vaccine at least six months ago or the Johnson & Johnson vaccine at least two months ago are eligible and encouraged to get a booster shot.
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Vaccination and diligence are key to controlling COVID-19
The colorful fall season is also bringing some good signs that the United States is making progress in the fight against COVID-19.