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Politics vs. Science & The Importance of Testing

COVID-19, Health Report August 28, 2020

 This week on the Minnesota Native News Health Report, separating science from politics. The Food and Drug Administration announced Monday it was granting Covid-19 patients more access to plasma from people who’ve recovered from the virus. But critics say the decision was politically motivated.

The Centers for Disease Control issued new guidelines this week saying tests were not necessary for people without symptoms but who have been in close contact with people who tested positive. But the Minnesota Department of Health – which often follows CDC recommendations – disagrees.

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