ALL YOU NEED TO KNOW
STAY HOME ORDER FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS: ALL YOU NEED TO KNOW AND GUIDE YOURSELVES
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What if I need to get tested for coronavirus or to go to the doctor?
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Will we need documentation or a letter to be outside of our homes?
FOR MORE INFORMATION PLEASE FOLLOW THIS LINK https://mn.gov/governor/covid-19/faq/
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Governor Tim Walz announces "Stay At Home Order" for the state of Minnesota
Posted: Wed 2:28 PM, Mar 25, 2020 |
Updated: Wed 2:36 PM, Mar 25, 2020
Minneapolis, MN--- To slow the spread of COVID-19 across the state, Governor Tim Walz today signed Executive Order 20-20 directing Minnesotans to stay at home and limit movements outside of their home beyond essential needs. This order takes effect at 11:59pm on Friday, March 27 and ends at 5:00pm on Friday, April 10.
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President Trump approves Florida Disaster Declaration to supplement efforts related to the coronavirus. (MGN)
“We must take bold action to save the lives of Minnesotans,” said Governor Walz. “Having served as a Command Sergeant Major in the Army National Guard, I know the importance of having a plan. While the virus will still be here when this order ends, this action will slow the spread of COVID-19 and give Minnesota time to ready for battle.”
Modeling released today by the Minnesota Department of Health and University of Minnesota predicts that more than 70,000 Minnesotans could die from COVID-19 if we take no action. The Governor’s two-week order to stay home is forecasted to significantly slow the spread of COVID-19 and allow the state time to make key preparations for the pandemic. These preparations include building hospital capacity, increasing access to life-saving equipment like ventilators, increasing testing, planning for how to care for vulnerable populations, and assessing public health data to determine which community mitigation strategies are most effective. Read more..
What Government Agencies Are Doing in Response to the Coronavirus
Federal, state, and local governments are working to limit the spread of COVID-19 in the U.S. and to develop effective treatments for it. Here's what they're doing.
What is the Federal Government Doing in Response to COVID-19?
Health and Safety
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Administration for Community Living offers information for older adults, and people with disabilities.
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Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is studying the virus worldwide and helping communities respond locally. Check the CDC’s Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) page for news and guidance.
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Centers for Medicare and Medicaid has guidance for Medicare recipients and Medicare providers.
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Corporation for National and Community Service guidance for volunteers and programs.
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Defense Commissary Agency is ensuring the quality and safety of food available at commissaries world-wide.
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Department of Defense supports the government response, and is working to protect the health of the military.
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Department of Energy is researching COVID-19 at the National Labs.
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Department of Health and Human Services Office of the Assistant Secretary for Preparedness and Response (ASPR) is developing new medical treatments.
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Department of Homeland Security is facilitating a whole-of-government response in confronting COVID-19, keeping Americans safe, and helping detect and slow the spread of the virus.
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Department of Labor has information for employers and workers on preparing workplaces and responding to COVID-19 in the workplace.
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Environmental Protection Agency has information about disinfectants that can kill COVID-19 and facts about water safety.
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Food and Drug Administration is working with the medical industry to develop vaccines, drugs, and diagnostic tests. For healthcare professionals, they offer FAQs about diagnostic testing.
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Military Community and Family Policy offers advice and information for the military community.
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Military Health System offers health advice, and updates on travel restrictions for members of the military.
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Navy and Marine Corps Public Health Center published guidance for healthcare providers.
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U.S. Department of Agriculture answers questions about food safety and pet safety.
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U.S. Fire Administration published infection control guidance for first responders.
Travel, Immigration, and Transportation
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Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) offers guidance for air travelers.
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Federal Transit Administration (FTA) offers guidance to transit agencies.
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U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Service (USCIS) has information about office closings, appointments and events. Read more..