Mayo Clinic leads research on 'encouraging' plasma treatment for COVID-19
As more people become infected with the coronavirus, one of the therapies the FDA is exploring is the use of convalescent blood plasma from people who have already recovered. The Mayo Clinic is leading the research on behalf of the FDA and, so far, the results are encouraging.
Mayo Clinic researching why COVID-19 impacts some patients worse than others
One of the mysteries of COVID-19 is why it strikes some patients harder than others. At Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota, researchers are already creating databases to capture the progress of the disease in individual patients.
Mayo Clinic doctor explains potential blood plasma COVID-19 treatment
Much of the discussion around COVID-19 is possible treatments, including one that is showing promise called convalescent blood plasma.
Positioning, not ventilation could be key to COVID-19 treatment
From the beginning, it has been one of the tell-tale signs of COVID-19: extremely low blood oxygen saturation levels. It may also be a clue to an effective treatment.
Mayo Clinic serology test could play key role in pandemic response
The serology test developed at the Mayo Clinic laboratory could be an important weapon in COVID-19 fight.
As researchers develop COVID-19 vaccine, a plasma therapy trial is in motion nationwide
As the number of COVID-19 cases continues to rise throughout the United States, the pressure is on to find a vaccine. It's going to take some time.
Positive Moments: Rochester police surprise 7-year-old girl with birthday parade
As the COVID-19 pandemic continues, FOX 9 is highlighting the moments that make us smile.
Mayo Clinic helps eliminate COVID-19 test backlog for the state of Minnesota
The Mayo Clinic helped Minnesota catch up on COVID-19 laboratory testing, the state announced Sunday.
MDH Commissioner: 89 confirmed COVID-19 cases 'just the tip of the iceberg'
Minnesota’s Department of Health commissioner said the state’s 89 confirmed COVID-19 cases are “just the tip of the iceberg.”
Twin Cities, Rochester YMCAs still have 500 openings for early childhood care
The Greater Twin Cities and Rochester area YMCAs have 500 openings for early childhood child care amid the coronavirus pandemic, the organization announced this week.
Mayo Clinic develops test to detect COVID-19, under review by FDA
The Mayo Clinic has developed a test that can detect the novel coronavirus, according to the Mayo Clinic.
5 cases of COVID-19 now confirmed in Minnesota
There are now five confirmed cases of the new coronavirus in Minnesota, state health officials confirmed Wednesday.
Officials looking for man who took extreme measures to impersonate Rochester police officer
The Olmstead County Sheriff's Office is investigating a strange case of impersonating an officer after a driver was pulled over "for speeding" Wednesday night in Stewartville, Minnesota.
Minnesota woman who made scarves for the homeless passes away while waiting for transplant
FOX 9 has been following Elizabeth’s story since early 2015 when she knit scarves for the homeless left them in Faribault’s Central Park.
2 flown to Minnesota hospital after Iowa snowmobile crash
Two people were flown to a Minnesota hospital for treatment after they were injured in a north-central Iowa snowmobile accident.
Mayo Clinic, Abu Dhabi Health Services open hospital in UAE
Mayo Clinic and Abu Dhabi Health Services Company have joined together to open a hospital for complex care in the United Arab Emirates.
Rochester, Minn. museum asks visitors to vote on its 'creepiest doll'
Some people are afraid of clowns or ghosts. But for others, the scariest thing they can face is a creepy doll.
Minnesota corrections officer charged with sexually assaulting inmate he was transporting
A Minnesota Department of Corrections officer is accused of sexually assaulting an inmate he was transporting from the Olmstead County Jail to the Hennepin County Jail last month.
Teen's therapy dog found dead in neighbor's driveway in southern Olmsted County
The Olmsted County Sheriff’s Office is investigating after a 13-year-old boy’s therapy dog was found dead in a neighbor’s driveway overnight.
Minnesota Historical Society gathers input for possible name change for land at Ft. Snelling
A name change could be coming to a portion of Fort Snelling.