Scientists and doctors say that it is impossible for a vaccinated person to affect an unvaccinated person by proxy. Multiple fact checkers have confirmed that a vaccinated person cannot “shed” spike proteins to unvaccinated people.
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COVID-19 vaccines are effective at preventing serious illness due to the virus in those who have received them, according to medical experts.
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After identifying an outbreak of COVID-19 cases associated with a Minnesota youth wrestling tournament held in South Dakota, the Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) and the Minnesota Department of Education (MDE) have alerted schools around the state to watch for potential cases and to double down on masking, social distancing and other prevention measures.
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Recent changes to the Affordable Care Act made through the American Rescue Plan mean more Minnesotans will be able to access tax credits through MNsure.
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A rapidly growing outbreak of variant COVID-19 among people in Carver County has state and county health officials calling for youth athletes and parents to double down on measures to prevent the spread of the virus.
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Lindsay and Lexie Kite, Ph.D., leading experts on body image, hosted the online workshop “More Than a Body” on Thursday, teaching viewers how to gain a healthier relationship with food, fitness, the media and their body.
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The US Food and Drug Administration on Saturday authorized Johnson & Johnson’s COVID-19 vaccine for emergency use, making it the US’s third vaccine to receive such approval. The Johnson & Johnson vaccine only requires one shot, unlike the Pfizer or Moderna vaccines.
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Even as more people across the state are getting vaccinated, public health officials are reminding Minnesotans that COVID-19 testing remains an important tool for limiting disease impacts and ending the pandemic as quickly as possible.
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Football fans are being urged to avoid gathering in-person for Super Bowl parties on Sunday, over fears that the event will lead to a surge in COVID-19 infections. Experts are providing tips on how to stay safe, while others are sharing advice on how to throw a great virtual party.
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The Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) filed two lawsuits last week against restaurants that continue to operate without a license, following a history of noncompliance.
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