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State launches ‘barrier-free’ COVID-19 testing push

State launches ‘barrier-free’ COVID-19 testing push

State health officials are holding coronavirus mass testing events this week in Grand Rapids, Waseca, Pine City and St. Paul — the first step in a monthlong push to increase testing to try to help slow the community spread of COVID-19.
by Dan Kraker

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Trump administration plans crackdown on hospitals failing to report COVID-19 data

Trump administration plans crackdown on hospitals failing to report COVID-19 data

Draft documents obtained by NPR show that the federal government is preparing to enforce new data reporting requirements, threatening to withhold vital Medicare funding from noncompliant hospitals.
by Pien Huang and Selena Simmons-Duffin

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No trick or treat: Americans get creative to celebrate Halloween safely

No trick or treat: Americans get creative to celebrate Halloween safely

The CDC is advising against the door-to-door candy quest during the pandemic. So parents are coming up with alternative ways to bring the spooky season to life. How about sending candy down a chute?
by Adedayo Akala

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'Desperation and fear' for millions with Congress deadlocked over pandemic assistance

'Desperation and fear' for millions with Congress deadlocked over pandemic assistance

Federal unemployment money has been cut off for nearly two months. Congress hasn't worked out a deal to send more help, and the fight over a Supreme Court nominee could make that harder.
by Chris Arnold

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Requests for gun permits soared this summer

Requests for gun permits soared this summer

The pandemic and recent unrest is driving Minnesotans to seek firearms for safety. However, gun rights and gun safety advocates urge new owners and permit holders to follow safety precautions. 
by Brandt Williams

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Hallberg: Flu shots help you, but also our stretched health care system

Hallberg: Flu shots help you, but also our stretched health care system

Doctors are urging people to get flu shots to keep themselves as healthy as possible during the pandemic. But they also want to minimize a “winter bump” in hospitalizations as COVID-19 continues to strain the health care system.
by Tom Crann and Dr. Jon Hallberg

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