COVID-19 Updates: March 3, 2021

View this as a webpage Minnesota Department of Health March 3, 2021 Minnesota News and Outreach Who's Getting Vaccinated Minnesota is continuing to vaccinate those at highest risk of getting COVID-19, as well as those most at risk of severe disease and complications if they become infected. Adults 65 years and older are among the most vulnerable to COVID-19. Once 70% of the state's seniors receive the vaccine, Minnesota will expand eligibility based on underlying health conditions, age, and workplace exposure risk: By April, we expect vaccines will be available to Minnesotans with medical conditions that put them in the most extreme high-risk category if they get COVID-19, and certain frontline workers who are most at risk of contracting the virus.  By May, we expect vaccines will be available for Minnesotans with other medical conditions that put them at heightened risk, additional frontline essential workers, and Minnesotans 50 years and older living in multi-generational housing.  By late spring, we expect vaccines will be available for Minnesotans 16 years and older with medical conditions, all adults aged 50-64, and all other essential workforces.  Beginning this summer, we expect all Minnesotans will have access to the vaccine.  Visit Who's Getting Vaccinated for a detailed timeline with lists of high-risk medical conditions, underlying medical conditions, and essential workers. All Minnesotans who have not been vaccinated should sign up for the COVID-19 Vaccine Connector to receive updates on who is eligible and local vaccine opportunities when they become available. Learn more: Who's Getting Vaccinated? Frequently Asked Questions COVID-19 Vaccine Phases and Planning Minnesota Guidance for Allocating and Prioritizing COVID-19 Vaccine – Phase 1a (PDF) Minnesota Guidance for Allocating and Prioritizing COVID-19 Vaccine – Phases 1b, 1c, 2 (PDF) Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) Materials We are adding new videos, print materials, and translated documents often. Check out the pages below to view, download, or print these resources. Materials and Resources for COVID-19 Response Videos for COVID-19 Response The situation is changing rapidly. Visit Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) for the most up-to-date information and follow MDH on Facebook, Twitter, & Instagram to stay informed. What's New Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 Vaccine After rigorous scientific and medical review, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) granted emergency use authorization (EUA) for the Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 vaccine.  The Johnson & Johnson vaccine is a game-changer that will help us provide protection against COVID-19 to even more Minnesotans. This vaccine is safe, virtually 100% effective at preventing hospitalization and death in people 18 and older, and requires only one dose.  Our initial allocation is 45,200 doses, which will be widely distributed this week. Future allocations of Johnson & Johnson are uncertain but we are optimistic about the longer-term outlook.   Alongside previously authorized vaccines from Pfizer and Moderna, it represents another step toward ending the COVID-19 pandemic. All Minnesotans should be confident that every authorized vaccine is safe and effective, and we encourage everyone to get whatever COVID-19 vaccine they are offered. Stay Safe Outdoors Many Minnesotans are taking advantage of the warmer weather and enjoying all the parks, trails, and outdoor recreation opportunities we have available to us. Getting outside is a great way to stay active, get some fresh air, and relieve stress. Remember to stay 6 feet from others and wear a mask when gathering with up to two other households (15 people max). Exercise caution with shared amenities or outdoor equipment. Be sure to sanitize items and wash your hands often. Refer to the resources below for more tips: Stay Safe during Outdoor Activity Minnesota DNR: COVID-19 Response CDC: Visiting Parks and Recreational Facilities Guidance and Resources NEW: Face Coverings in Organized Sports During COVID-19 (PDF) Minnesota Guidance for Allocating and Prioritizing COVID-19 Vaccine – Phases 1b, 1c, 2 (PDF) Transporting COVID-19 Vaccines (PDF) Appendix C: Janssen COVID-19 Vaccine (PDF) Interim COVID-19 Vaccine Provider Guide Abbot BinaxNOW™ COVID-19 AG Card Test (PDF) Description and provider instructions for distribution to institutes of higher education. UPDATED: About COVID-19 Vaccine COVID-19 Vaccine Phases and Planning Minnesota Guidance for Allocating and Prioritizing COVID-19 Vaccine – Phase 1a (PDF) COVID-19 Vaccine Providers Interim COVID-19 Vaccine Provider Guide (PDF) Appendix A: Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 Vaccine (PDF) Appendix B: Moderna COVID-19 Vaccine (PDF) Appendix D: Vaccination at Satellite, Temporary, or Off-site Locations (PDF) Preparing COVID-19 Vaccines for Administration (PDF) COVID-19 Vaccine: Redistribution and Off-site Vaccination Guide (PDF) COVID-19 Vaccine Trainings for Health Professionals COVID-19 Vaccine Provider Registration Minnesota Resource Allocation Platform for COVID-19 Treatment Guidance for Mitigating COVID-19 at Higher Education Institutions (PDF) Recommendations for Different Levels of COVID-19 Transmission Among Higher Education Institutions (PDF) COVID-19 Intercollegiate Sports Guidance for Higher Education (PDF) Guidance for COVID-19 Cases and Outbreaks in Higher Education (PDF) Campus Dining Services Guidance for Higher Education Institutions (PDF) Guidance for Facilities Providing Transportation Services during COVID-19 (PDF) Access to Support in Hospital Settings: Patients with Disabilities and Pediatric Patients (PDF) NOTE: As new Executive Orders and recommendations are issued, we will review and update the guidance and resources on our website accordingly. Look for an "Updated" date below guidance links to know when the resource was last revised. Minnesota Helpline For questions related to the COVID-19 pandemic 651-297-1304 or 1-800-657-3504 Monday-Friday: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Minnesota Department of Health  |  health.mn.gov Manage Preferences  |  Unsubscribe  |  Help

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