3/9/21
Today, Governor Tim Walz announced that on Wednesday, March 10 vaccine eligibility will expand to the next two groups of priority populations. Of these newly-eligible Minnesotans, the state has directed providers to prioritize appointments for individuals in the first of these groups. Providers will then have the flexibility to offer available appointments to people in the second group.
The first group includes:
Today, Governor Tim Walz announced that on Wednesday, March 10 vaccine eligibility will expand to the next two groups of priority populations. Of these newly-eligible Minnesotans, the state has directed providers to prioritize appointments for individuals in the first of these groups. Providers will then have the flexibility to offer available appointments to people in the second group.
The first group includes:
- People with specific underlying health conditions: Sickle cell disease, Down Syndrome, or oxygen-dependent chronic lung or heart conditions, and those who are in active cancer treatment or immunocompromised from organ transplant
- Targeted essential workers: Food processing plant workers
- Minnesotans with rare conditions or disabilities that put them at higher risk of severe illness
- People age 45 and older with ONE or more of the following underlying medical conditions; or, age 16 and over with TWO or more of the following underlying medical conditions (learn more about these conditions on the Who’s Getting Vaccinated page):
- Active cancer
- Chronic kidney disease
- COPD (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease)
- Diabetes - Type 1 or 2
- Heart conditions, such as heart failure, coronary artery disease, or cardiomyopathies
- Immunocompromised state (weakened immune system) from HIV, bone marrow disease, chronic steroids for more than 30 days, immunodeficiency disease, or from taking immunosuppressive medications
- Obesity - body mass index (BMI) greater than 30 kg/m2
- Pregnancy
- People 50+ in multi-generational housing
- Essential frontline workers: Agricultural, airport staff, additional child care workers not previously eligible, correctional settings, first responders, food production, food retail, food service, judicial system workers, manufacturing, public health workers, public transit, Postal Service workers.
Visit the state’s Who’s Getting Vaccinated page to learn more about the phases and when you will become eligible.
Minnesota COVID-19 Vaccine Connector
2/18/21
The Minnesota COVID-19 Vaccine Connector is a new tool that helps Minnesotans find out when, where, and how to get their COVID-19 vaccine. The Vaccine Connector will:
Sign up at Vaccine Connector. It is easy, safe, and secure.
The Minnesota COVID-19 Vaccine Connector is a new tool that helps Minnesotans find out when, where, and how to get their COVID-19 vaccine. The Vaccine Connector will:
- alert you when you are eligible to receive a vaccine;
- connect you to resources to schedule a vaccine appointment; and
- notify you if there are vaccine opportunities in your area.
Sign up at Vaccine Connector. It is easy, safe, and secure.
COVID-19 Community Vaccination
Cook Hospital
2/12/2021
Cook Hospital is excited to announce that they have received a limited amount of vaccine to vaccinate community members ages 65 and older. Two sign-up options are available (please only sign up using one option, not both!) This is first come, first served. The sooner you sign up, the better your chance of being able to receive vaccination as part of this community vaccination opportunity.
Be sure to share this information with others over 65 that you know that are in the area!
Cook Hospital is excited to announce that they have received a limited amount of vaccine to vaccinate community members ages 65 and older. Two sign-up options are available (please only sign up using one option, not both!) This is first come, first served. The sooner you sign up, the better your chance of being able to receive vaccination as part of this community vaccination opportunity.
- Via website at https://www.cookhospital.org/community-covid-vaccine-information/ or
- CALL 218-259-6055 and leave your name and phone number; someone from the hospital will call you back to schedule an appointment.
Be sure to share this information with others over 65 that you know that are in the area!
Canister Site Accessibility
Residents are encouraged to call St. Louis County Environmental Services main phone line: 218-749-9703 or 1-800-450-9278 before visiting any canister sites. The message is updated daily to alert residents of any site closings.
COVID-19 Updates
- Visit https://www.health.state.mn.us/diseases/coronavirus/index.html for the most current information available.
- Visit https://mn.gov/governor/news/executiveorders.jsp to view Executive Orders from the Governor's Office
Minnesota Department of Health
January 7, 2021
Minnesota News and Outreach
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Safely Adjusting the Dials
Yesterday, Governor Walz announced Executive Order 21-01, which loosens restrictions on important parts of daily life. The announcement comes as tens of thousands of Minnesotans have received their first dose of the vaccine, COVID-19 cases are down, hospital bed use is declining, and kids are heading back to the classroom.
Recognizing our progress – but understanding we need to remain cautious – the Governor is adjusting the dials and opening more activities and sectors of the economy.
Starting Jan. 11, 2021:
January 7, 2021
Minnesota News and Outreach
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Safely Adjusting the Dials
Yesterday, Governor Walz announced Executive Order 21-01, which loosens restrictions on important parts of daily life. The announcement comes as tens of thousands of Minnesotans have received their first dose of the vaccine, COVID-19 cases are down, hospital bed use is declining, and kids are heading back to the classroom.
Recognizing our progress – but understanding we need to remain cautious – the Governor is adjusting the dials and opening more activities and sectors of the economy.
Starting Jan. 11, 2021:
- Indoor dining at bars and restaurants can open at 50% capacity, with a maximum of 150 people. Parties of no more than six people must remain 6 feet from other parties; bar seating is open to parties of two; reservations are required; and establishments must close dine-in service by 10 p.m.
- Gym capacity remains capped at 25% but maximum capacity increases to 150 and classes can increase to 25 people, assuming distancing can be observed. Machines and people must maintain 9 feet of distance. Face coverings are required.
- Outdoor events and entertainment continue at 25% capacity, but maximum capacity increases to 250 people. Social distancing is required.
- Indoor events and entertainment like bowling alleys, movie theaters, and museums may open at 25%, with no more than 150 people in each area of the venue. Face coverings are required, and they may not offer food service after 10 p.m.
- Youth and adult organized sports have resumed practice as of Jan. 4 and games resume Jan. 14 with spectators, following the appropriate capacity limits and mask requirements for indoor or outdoor venues. Inter-region tournaments and out of state play are discouraged.
- Pools opened on Jan. 4 for some activity and may now open at 25% capacity.
- Wedding receptions and other private parties may resume with limits. If food and drink are served at the event, then they are limited to two households or 10 people indoors and three households or 15 people outdoors. If there is no food or drink, they are covered by event venue guidelines. Any related ceremony – like a wedding or funeral ceremony – is guided by rules for ceremonies and places of worship.
- Places of worship remain open at 50% capacity but without an overall maximum capacity.