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May 15, 2020
The Cultural and Faith Communities COVID-19 Update is being sent to the following three MDH mailing lists to reduce duplication:
- Cultural and Faith Communities COVID-19 Updates
- MN Immigrant and Refugee Health Announcements
- The Center for Health Equity
Today's COVID-19 updates include:
Updated May 15, 2020
- Total positive: 14,240
- Patients who no longer need to be isolated: 9,503
- Total approximate number of completed tests: 134,669
- Deaths: 683
o Deaths among cases that resided in long-term care or assisted living facilities: 554
- Total cases requiring hospitalization: 1,985
o Hospitalized as of today: 498
o Hospitalized in ICU as of today: 200
Numbers are cumulative since Jan. 20, 2020.
The number of lab-confirmed positive tests among Minnesota residents will be updated daily on Situation Update for Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) with test results from the previous day. The page also includes a map of counties with confirmed cases, and more.
This total reflects only the results from laboratory testing. There are more cases in Minnesota, and the virus is circulating in communities. It is important for everyone to follow advice on community mitigation and social distancing to help us flatten the case curve.
The Governor has launched a public dashboard which includes race data of cases: Minnesota COVID-19 Public Dashboard.
MDH, in collaboration with tpt, has created videos on social distancing. What does social distancing look like in our everyday lives? It means keeping 6 feet between yourself and others when you’re out for essential activities like going for a walk or getting food. Staying home and practicing social distancing is helping Minnesota slow the spread of COVID-19! The videos are available in:
The non-English language versions are also available on their respective language pages: MDH Hmong COVID-19 page, the MDH Somali COVID-19 page, and the MDH Spanish COVID-19 page.
MDH, in collaboration with tpt, has created videos on mental health in a crisis available in:
The non-English language versions are also available on their respective language pages: MDH Hmong COVID-19 page, the MDH Somali COVID-19 page, and the MDH Spanish COVID-19 page.
Governor Walz announced the next phase of the COVID-19 response in Minnesota. Beginning May 18, non-critical businesses, like retail stores and main street businesses, can reopen if they have a social distancing plan and operate at 50% capacity. Additionally, the Walz-Flanagan Administration is assembling guidance on how to safely reopen bars, restaurants, barbershops, and salons beginning June 1.
Also, starting May 18, Minnesotans are welcome to gather with friends and family in groups of 10 or less with safe social distancing practices in place.
As we take cautious steps forward, it is more important than ever that we protect those most at risk, support workers, and all do our part to slow the spread of the virus. We continue to encourage Minnesotans to:
- Wash your hands often
- Get tested when sick
- Maintain social distance
- Wear a mask
- Stay home when able
For more details and information, visit Stay Safe MN Coming Soon and read the news release: Governor Walz Announces Next Phase of COVID-19 Response in Minnesota.
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Guidance for Social Distancing in Youth and Student Programs (PDF) Guidance for youth programs, K-12 schools, colleges, universities, and day camps. MDH continues to evaluate the feasibility of overnight camp operations, and will offer supplemental guidance when programming is able to resume.
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Guidance for Building Managers in Congregate and High-Rise Housing (PDF) Guidance for managers of congregate housing, including apartment buildings, public housing, and other settings where groups of people or families live.
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Interim Guidance on the Prevention of COVID-19 for Employees and Residents of Licensed Group Homes (PDF) Guidance for providers delivering 245-D licensed residential services in adult foster care homes, community residential settings, supervised living facilities, and intermediate care facilities.
- COVID-19 Toolkit: Information for Long-term Care Facilities (PDF)
A reminder to all Minnesotans: If you have COVID-19 symptoms, you can and should get tested. Visit If You Are Sick to learn more about the symptoms and what you should do if you're sick, use the screening tool to determine if you should get tested, and find a testing location near you.
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Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA) Webinar on 5/21
In coordination with the United State Department of Labor’s Wage and Hour Division, the Minnesota Department of Labor and Industry invites you to a webinar training on the Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA). The FFCRA requires certain employers to provide employees with paid sick leave or expanded family and medical leave for specified reasons related to COVID-19.
This session will provide attendees with a firm understanding of the basics of the FFCRA, including which employers are subject to the provisions, which employees are entitled to the FFCRA leave, and the overall rights and responsibilities of employees and employers. The webinar will include a Q & A session.
- When: Thursday, May 21, from 10 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.
If you would like to submit a question ahead of the webinar, please email Dave Skovholt at david.skovholt@state.mn.us.
COVID-19 and Health Equity: Response and Recovery Tele-Townhall
At this event, ASTHO, Big Cities Health Coalition, NACCHO, and NASOMH will discuss how federal, state, and local partners and national organizations can collectively drive an equity-focused recovery strategy. State, local and city leaders will focus on the structural barriers to the COVID-19 response and the impact on marginalized communities, community engagement, data, and recovery strategies to address testing and contact tracing.
Presenters include:
- Moderator, Dr. Gail Christopher, Executive Director, National Collaborative for Health Equity
- ASTHO member, Dr. Joneigh Khaldun, Chief Medical Executive and Chief Deputy Director for Health for the Michigan Department of Health & Human Services
- Big Cities Health Coalition and NACCHO member, Angelina Esparza, the Chief Program Officer at the Houston Health Department
- National Association of State Offices of Minority Health (NASOMH) Board of Directors Vice President and NASOMH member, Ms. Antoniette Holt, the Office of Minority Health Director at the Indiana State Department of Health.
Date and Time: Tuesday, May 19th from 2:00- 3:30pm ET
Register for COVID-19 and Health Equity: Response and Recovery Tele-Townhall event.
Healthcare Provider Support Circle
U of M School of Social Work Collaborative Response is now rolling out Zoom Rooms for peer support. The groups will meet for about an hour on Mondays 8-9 a.m. and Wednesdays 8-9 p.m. These will be facilitated by social worker volunteers, and are open to anyone working in health care now and dealing with the pressures of the COVID pandemic.
This is a recurring meeting.
Join peer support Zoom Meeting
Meeting ID: 910 5541 2479
The same access code will be consistent for all group meetings.
Questions can be directed to: SSWCR@umn.edu
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