October 13, 2025
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CDC urges COVID shots; Walz gets vaccinated

Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz received a COVID-19 vaccination as the CDC recommended that Americans get vaccinated this fall to reduce severe illness. The nationwide guidance applies to Twin Cities residents and comes ahead of the colder season when respiratory viruses typically rise.

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📌 Key Facts

  • CDC issued a recommendation to receive COVID-19 vaccination this fall (nationwide guidance).
  • Gov. Tim Walz received a COVID-19 vaccine on Oct. 13, 2025.
  • Guidance directly applies to the Minneapolis–Saint Paul metro.

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Walz gets vaccinated, CDC recommends COVID-19 vaccine
Minnesotareformer by Alyssa Chen October 13, 2025