Morning Briefing
Summaries of health policy coverage from major news organizations
Viewpoints: Two Raw Milk Outbreaks With Two Different Responses; Lessons Public Health Can Learn From MAHA
The Washington Post: This Is A Tale Of Two Outbreaks. The Difference Is RFK Jr.
These raw dairy E. coli outbreaks are exposing something troubling. (Alexander Sundermann, 4/9)
Stat: What Public Health Can Learn From The MAHA Movement
I didn’t expect to find myself face to face with leaders and activists from the “Make America Healthy Again” movement in respectful dialogue, or to consider inviting one into a public health classroom. But that’s exactly where I found myself this spring. At a national public health meeting in March, I attended a session that brought together public health professionals, physicians, and MAHA leaders for a rare, good-faith conversation. I went out of curiosity. I left with a level of clarity I hadn’t expected — and a few unexpected connections. (Monica L. Wang, 4/10)
Stat: I’m A MAHA Activist. I Went Into The Public Health Lion’s Den — And It Changed How I Think
When a MAHA activist went to a public health conference, he found a much more welcoming reception than he expected. (Aaron Everitt, 4/10)
CIDRAP: Osterholm Podcast, Episode 206: What We Know About Long Covid
This week Dr. Osterholm and Chris Dall focus on long COVID, tackling some listener questions and providing context about what long COVID is, its potential risks, as well as some of the latest research and reports about it. Dr. Osterholm also discusses the CDC's pause on testing for rabies and pox viruses, plus a respiratory update and the latest on US measles outbreaks. Dr. Osterholm also honors National Health Week in the public health history segment. (4/9)
The Washington Post: Meet Abi, The AI Robot Senior Care Companion
This new tech from Australia is coming to America’s senior care facilities. (Leana S. Wen, 4/9)
