Latest KFF Health News Stories
Georgia Governor Files Suit Against Atlanta Mayor Over Mask Requirement
The suit says Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms’ order is “void and unenforceable.” She argues the suit is a waste of state money that could be used more effectively fighting the virus.
Novartis Will Sell Older Drugs At Cost To Poor Countries To Fight COVID
The drugs include antibiotics and a steroid that has been shown to be effective in treating the coronavirus. Also, a new firm will look into making antibodies to fight the disease.
CDC Delays Release Of Documents On Reopening Schools
A spokesman told CNN he doesn’t have a clear idea of when they’ll be ready. Public health news is on a growing number of Americans opposing reopenings, and more.
Medicare Officials Tighten Rein On Group That Accredits Hospitals
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services granted the Joint Commission approval to accredit for only two years, rather than the maximum of six, citing concerns about surveyor performance and comparability of the Joint Commission’s survey process to what CMS uses.
An Enormous Vaccine Contract Is Scrutinized
The latest science and research news includes: A $1.6 billion government contract to a vaccine developer explained (Bill Gates figures in the tale); and a new approach to give people temporary immunity from COVID.
New CDC Guidance Expected: COVID Patients Don’t Need To Be Retested
With the U.S. coronavirus system again under strain, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is expected to release guidelines saying that coronavirus patients don’t need to be tested again — after symptoms clear — in order to prove they are no longer contagious.
CDC’s Hospital Data Disappears, Reappears And Vexes Many
A Trump administration plan to have hospitals bypass the normal repository of its data, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, has left hospitals confused, governors pushing back and the public without crucial information about the COVID epidemic.
More Fallout From USA Today Op-Ed On Fauci
USA Today, which published an op-ed criticizing Dr. Anthony Fauci by another top White House adviser, says the piece did not meet its standards. Meanwhile, White House officials modified, but continued, their comments about Fauci.
Russian Hackers Targeting COVID Vaccine Research
Intelligence agencies in the U.S., Britain and Canada say they see evidence that Russian hackers are attempting to obtain coronavirus vaccine research. The Russian unit supposedly goes by the name “Cozy Bear.”
Curve Keeps Rising At Alarming Pace: US Sets Another Daily Case Record
Nearly 1,000 infected Americans died over the last 24-hours from COVID-19 as the death rate also continues to climb. Meanwhile, India joins the U.S. and Brazil in a grim group: countries with more than one million confirmed coronavirus cases.
Today’s early morning highlights from the major news organizations.
Longer Looks: Interesting Reads You Might Have Missed
Each week, KHN finds longer on-topic stories for you to sit back and enjoy: Desperation at hospitals; changing relationships; how men and women age; lonely geishas; and lots on parenting.
Editorial pages express views about effective leadership — and Dr. Anthony Fauci — during the pandemic.
Opinion writers weigh in on these pandemic issues and others.
Each week, KHN compiles a selection of recently released health policy studies and briefs.
Police Body Camera Video Captures George Floyd’s Harrowing Pleas
Over an hour of video from the cameras of several of the officers involved with encounter was just released. George Floyd appears visibly distraught and afraid on the footage.
Justice Ginsburg Released From Hospital
Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg had been admitted to Johns Hopkins Hospital for a possible infection following a medical procedure.
Mix Of 155 Rich And Poor Nations To Join Vaccine Alliance
Global pandemic developments are reported out of Russia, Hong Kong, Mexico, Brazil, Colombia, France, Australia and other nations.
‘Dangerous’ Virus Surge In LA, San Francisco Drive New Restrictions
With coronavirus cases escalating in California’s two largest cities, Los Angeles and San Francisco leaders take steps to freeze or reverse reopening efforts. And Rose Parade organizers announce the Jan. 1, 2021 event will not take place.
More Big Retailers Demand Mask-Wearing
Following the lead of Best Buy on Monday, Walmart and Kroger said customers must wear masks while in their stores. Walmart even complained of a lack of federal rules.
