HealthPartners and Essentia Health Agree to Merge
October 1, 2026
On September 29, HealthPartners and Essentia Health announced that their boards of directors have approved an affiliation agreement to combine their organizations.
Guidance on the 2026-2027 COVID-19, Flu, and RSV Vaccines Now Available
October 1, 2026
The Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) has released the vaccine provider guides for COVID-19, Influenza, and RSV monoclonal antibody and vaccine.
Providers can refer to these guides for the most up-to-date information regarding current immunization and vaccination recommendations, dosage, and formulation specifics:
• COVID-19: COVID-19 Vaccine Providers
• Influenza: Influenza Vaccine Information for Health Professionals
• RSV: Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) Information for Health Professionals
For any questions, contact MDH at health.vaccinesme@state.mn.us.
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