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As COVID-19 cases wane, vaccine-lagging areas still see risk

As COVID-19 cases wane, vaccine-lagging areas still see risk

New COVID-19 cases are declining across most of the country. But almost all states bucking that trend have lower-than-average vaccination rates, and experts warn that relief from the pandemic could be fleeting in regions where few people get inoculated.
by The Associated Press

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Judge throws out lawsuit brought by hospital workers over vaccine mandate

Judge throws out lawsuit brought by hospital workers over vaccine mandate

In a scathing ruling, a federal judge has thrown out a lawsuit filed by employees of a Houston hospital system over its requirement that all staff be vaccinated against COVID-19.
by The Associated Press and NPR Staff

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G-7 leaders agree on vaccines, China and taxing corporations

G-7 leaders agree on vaccines, China and taxing corporations

Leaders of the Group of Seven wealthy nations staked their claim Sunday to leading the world out of the coronavirus pandemic, pledging more than 1 billion coronavirus vaccine doses to poorer nations, vowing to help developing countries grow while fighting climate change and backing a minimum tax on multinational firms.
by The Associated Press

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New device taps brain signals to help stroke patients regain hand function

New device taps brain signals to help stroke patients regain hand function

After a stroke, people often lose dexterity in one hand. Now, the Food and Drug Administration has authorized a device that can restore function by encouraging the brain to rewire.
by Jon Hamilton

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June 13 update on COVID in MN: State nearing 3 million residents with at least one vaccine dose

June 13 update on COVID in MN: State nearing 3 million residents with at least one vaccine dose

Minnesota is closing in on the milestone of 3 million residents with at least one dose of a COVID-19 vaccine. But that’s still fewer than two-thirds of Minnesotans 16 and older with at least one dose. And the vaccination pace continues to crawl.
by MPR News Staff

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Latest on COVID-19 in MN: Hospitalizations recede; cases trend lower

Latest on COVID-19 in MN: Hospitalizations recede; cases trend lower

The state’s most recent COVID-19 numbers show some of the key disease metrics at or near their lowest levels since the earliest months of the pandemic. The state is also showing some big regional differences in vaccination rates.
by MPR News Staff

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The new office look is 'power casual.' But save the stiletto crocs for happy hour

The new office look is 'power casual.' But save the stiletto crocs for happy hour

Some employees went without workplace staples like ties, heels and dress pants during the pandemic. But will those pieces make a fashion comeback as more people return to work?
by Dalia Faheid and Emma Bowman

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