Latest KFF Health News Stories
Trump Again Points To Cognitive Exam To Defend Mental Fitness
In his latest Fox News interview, President Donald Trump repeated previous boasts about acing the Montreal Cognitive Assessment — a standard test to detect early signs of dementia — while questioning presidential opponent Joe Biden’s mental capacity.
In Letter, Public Health Experts Throw Weight Behind Fauci
Meanwhile, Dr. Anthony Fauci, the nation’s top infectious diseases expert, will testify July 31 to Congress along with CDC Director Dr. Robert Redfield and HHS Assistant Secretary for Health Adm. Brett Giroir. In other administration news, ex-FDA Commissioner Scott Gottlieb and FEMA Administrator Pete Gaynor offer progress reports on the COVID crisis.
Administration To Extend $5B In Aid To Nursing Homes To Cope With COVID Surge
The funds, announced by President Donald Trump Wednesday, are part of renewed efforts to help facilities that care for seniors respond more effectively to the pandemic. Nursing homes in hard-hit areas will be prioritized first.
US, Pfizer Strike Vaccine Deal: $2 Billion For Possible 100 Million Doses
The Trump administration announced its largest purchase yet as the federal government commits huge sums to another drugmaker to secure access to its potential COVID-19 vaccine.
White House, Senate GOP Work Past Intraparty Rift To Near Stimulus Pact
After days of negotiation, Senate Republican leaders announce that they reached tentative agreement with the Trump administration on key measures, including stimulus checks, virus testing and school funding. Contentious issues remain though, and Democrats must still be brought on board.
California Passes New York For Most Coronavirus Cases
With over 12,000 new confirmed COVID-19 cases reported Wednesday, California — the most populous state — passed New York’s previous record total. Over 7,000 Californians are hospitalized from the virus.
COVID Toll Mounts With Second Day In A Row Of Over 1,000 US Deaths
As the death rate climbs, so does the number of new coronavirus cases with the United States nearing 4 million cases during the pandemic.
Today’s early morning highlights from the major news organizations.
Editorial pages focus on ways government can respond to the pandemic.
Editorial pages focus on these public health issues and others.
Viewpoints: Lessons On The Complete Failure Of Testing, High Cost Of Treatments
Opinion writers weigh in on these health care topics and others.
Perspectives: We Don’t Deserve Constant Barrage Of Confusing, Misleading Drug Ads
Read recent commentaries about drug-cost issues.
‘Life-Changing’ Hemophilia Treatment Could Be Priciest Ever: $3M Per Patient
Read about the biggest pharmaceutical developments and pricing stories from the past week in KHN’s Prescription Drug Watch roundup.
And How’s The Rest Of The World Doing?
Coronavirus updates from across the globe — and one item on Ebola. Also a little news about the Olympics in Japan.
News from New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, Oregon, Michigan, Louisiana, Arizona, Mexico, Utah, Maine, Georgia, District of Columbia, Oklahoma, California and Texas.
Planned Parenthood To Drop Sanger’s Name From NYC Clinic Over Eugenics Advocacy
“Margaret Sanger’s concerns and advocacy for reproductive health have been clearly documented, but so too has her racist legacy,” Karen Seltzer, the chair of Planned Parenthood of New York, said about the organization’s founder in a statement announcing the removal of her name.
Emergency Responders Wary Of Safely Protecting Evacuees From Storms, COVID
People needing to be relocated during hurricanes often have health issues that can be compromised by COVID, experts say. Public health news also focuses on mental health, women’s health, bingeing, and more.
Residents Of Pennsylvania Veterans’ Home In ‘Immediate Jeopardy’: Health Inspectors
Workers at Southeastern Veterans’ Center in Philadelphia failed to take proper safety precautions to protect its residents during the pandemic, according to health inspectors. 42 people have died at the facility. Other COVID-related news is on: the high death rate of Filipino Americans; health care worker dangers; and attacks against Pennsylvania’s health secretary.
The Georgia governor, despite fighting Atlanta officials over a mask mandate, now asks citizens to wear masks. Marriott Hotels wants its guests to wear them, too.
‘Really Very Difficult Indeed’: Schools Plan For A Complicated Fall
Among the reporting on schools: Detroit will test summer school students; three DC-area school districts reverse course to start fully online in the fall; and why the littlest seem at lower risk.
