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Closing bars to stop coronavirus spread is backed by science

Closing bars to stop coronavirus spread is backed by science

Clusters of cases have been linked to bars, including a Michigan outbreak involving nearly 140 people in 12 counties. The coronavirus spreads more easily in closed, crowded spaces with poor ventilation and where there are close-range conversations. An infectious diseases expert also says alcohol lowers inhibitions, so people forget precautions.
by The Associated Press

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Confirmed coronavirus cases are rising in 40 of 50 states

Confirmed coronavirus cases are rising in 40 of 50 states

The number of confirmed coronavirus cases in the U.S. climbed to a new high of more than 50,000 per day on Thursday, with the infection curve rising in 40 out of 50 states, as the pandemic trended in the wrong direction in nearly all of the country outside of the Northeast.
by The Associated Press

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Duluth to consider requiring masks indoors

Duluth to consider requiring masks indoors

Duluth considers joining Minneapolis and St. Paul in requiring people to wear masks in public places. Several other cities are considering similar measures, even as Gov. Tim Walz weighs a statewide mask mandate.
by Dan Kraker

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Using meditation and mindfulness to help us through this moment

Using meditation and mindfulness to help us through this moment

Are you feeling anxious or stressed? Maybe meditation can help. Two experts joined MPR News host Angela Davis to discuss what mindfulness meditation can do for our minds and bodies, especially during the unknowns of this pandemic.
by Angela Davis and Karen Zamora

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