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The popular Nicollet Mall during the lunch hour is almost deserted in downtown Minneapolis Wednesday, March 18, 2020. As a result of the coronavirus, many retailers are closing or cutting back hours. For most people, the new coronavirus causes only mild or moderate symptoms. For some it can cause more severe illness. (AP Photo/Jim Mone)

The popular Nicollet Mall during the lunch hour is almost deserted in downtown Minneapolis Wednesday, March 18, 2020. As a result of the coronavirus, many retailers are closing or cutting back hours. For most people, the new coronavirus causes only mild or moderate symptoms. For some it can cause more severe illness. (AP Photo/Jim Mone)

March 19, 2020

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Minnesota bans elective surgeries in response to COVID-19
March 19, 2020 5:26 p.m.

Minnesota bans elective surgeries in response to COVID-19

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Minnesota health care providers must postpone elective surgeries and other medical procedures so they can focus their resources on responding to the anticipated surge of COVID-19 cases, Gov. Tim Walz ordered Thursday.