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Security officials urge Minnesotans to avoid state Capitol

Jan 15, 2021 06:08AM ● By Editor

The Department of Public Safety made the request amid growing concern about potential attacks at state capitols ahead of President-elect Joe Biden’s inauguration and following last week’s insurrection at the U.S. Capitol by supporters of President Donald Trump. From Minnesota Public Radio News - January 15, 2021

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Should I get a COVID-19 vaccine if I've had the coronavirus?

Jan 12, 2021 07:20AM ● By Editor

From Minnesota Public Radio News - January 12, 2021

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As Minnesota rolls through first round of vaccinations, some providers worry about being left out

Jan 12, 2021 06:14AM ● By Editor

The state Health Department, which is managing vaccine distribution in Minnesota, has divided the process into several phases. Minnesota has been working its way through the first phase — vaccinating health care workers, long-term care staff and long-term care residents — since December. By Catharine Richert of Minnesota Public Radio News - January 12, 2021

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Video: When average Minnesotans can expect to receive COVID-19 vaccine

Dec 31, 2020 06:00AM ● By Editor

Ehresmann and other state health officials provided an update on Minnesota’s COVID-19 situation and vaccine plan at a news conference on Wednesday morning, their first since before Christmas. From Fox 9 News - December 30, 2020

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Minnesota advisory group working on phased approach for COVID-19 vaccines

Dec 30, 2020 11:50AM ● By Editor

Department of Health now seeking statewide public input on how to sequence target groups identified by federal guidelines for upcoming vaccination phases. From the Minnesota Department of Health - December 30, 2020

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Seniors: Get Your Flu Shot - It's Important!

Dec 29, 2020 08:43AM ● By Editor

Getting vaccinated for the flu is more important than ever. Not only will a flu shot help keep you and your family healthy, it can help reduce the strain on the healthcare system and keep hospital beds and other medical resources available for people with coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19). From Boreal Community Media - December 29, 2020

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State Fire Marshal: Keep fire safety in mind while cooking for the holidays

Dec 26, 2020 06:03AM ● By Editor

Minnesota State Fire Marshal Jim Smith says cooking is the top cause of residential fires in Minnesota. From KMSP-TV Fox 9 News - December 25. 2020

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Preventing frost bite and hypothermia during extreme winter weather

Dec 24, 2020 03:14AM ● By Editor

When out in the elements shoveling, snow plowing or playing, Gucinski said people should avoid overexerting themselves.By Emily Ness of WDIO-TV - December 23, 2020

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Star Tribune highlights Cook County's COVID-19 response efforts

Dec 21, 2020 07:44AM ● By Editor

The Sunday Star Tribune article cited that the partnership between public and private groups and local residents was critical to have 'kept COVID-19 at bay' in Cook County. From Boreal Community Media - December 21, 2020

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Video: How Families Are ‘Reframing’ Their Holiday Celebrations

Dec 21, 2020 06:37AM ● By Editor

The Minnesota Department of Health is not recommending gathering, but does allow gathering indoors with one other household with a maximum of 10 people. By Kate Raddatz of WCCO-TV - December 20, 2020

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