Let this section be your starting point for anything related to COVID-19. From the latest on new COVID-19 therapies to answers to all your COVID-19 questions, we are here to provide guidance and get you to the information you need as quickly as possible.
Looking to schedule your second COVID-19 vaccine booster?
A second booster dose is approved for the following groups:
*Allina Health requires an in-person or virtual visit to confirm if you need a COVID-19 or other tests based on your symptoms. Allina Health does not perform rapid testing. If you want a COVID-19 test without a visit, consider using the state testing options or other local community or pharmacy locations. Find testing sites outside of Allina Health:
To meet with an Allina Health provider to discuss your symptoms and see if you qualify for a COVID-19 test, make an appointment now.
Out of an abundance of caution for the safety of all of our patients, visitors and health care workers; we do still require masks be worn at all our locations, regardless of vaccination status.
To learn more about about infection control within health care settings, visit the CDC's Infection Prevention and Control Recommendations for Healthcare Personnel page.
You can also learn more about the CDC recommendations for fully-vaccinated individuals and health care environment exceptions.
To get more news from Allina Health providers about COVID-19 and other health care topics, go to our Allina Health in the News blog.
With our enhanced precautions and virtual care options, take comfort in knowing that we’re ready to safely care for you whenever you need us. Learn more about what we're doing to keep you safe.
Respiratory illnesses like COVID-19, influenza (flu) and the common cold, are spread by:
Go to the COVID-19 vs Flu vs Cold chart to see the difference or go to the Do You Have COVID-19, Influenza or a Cold hand-out. Need more guidance or want to find out if COVID-19 testing is recommended for you? Complete a virtual or in-person visit with a care provider.
To view all your options—virtual care, in-person care, online screenings and more—go to get care now.
The coronavirus (COVID-19) is causing stress and anxiety for many. However, there are things you can do to help care for yourself during this time.
Talk with your health care provider if stress or anxiety interfere with your everyday life or if you are having physical problems.
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