Longer Looks: Diagnosing Mental Illness, Epi-Pen Price Hikes and Zika
August 25, 2016
Morning Briefing
Each week, KHN’s Shefali Luthra finds interesting reads from around the Web.
Public Health Perspectives: Zika Gives Congress A Wake-Up Call
August 1, 2016
Morning Briefing
Opinion writers offer thoughts on Florida’s locally transmitted Zika cases, HIV prevention, pre-diabetes and the ALS bucket challenge.
The Tiny Patch Of Land In Miami That’s A Zika Hot Zone
August 9, 2016
Morning Briefing
The New York Times offers a profile on the mosquito mecca that is a 500-square-foot section in Miami’s Wynwood neighborhood. Meanwhile, officials investigate the first possible homegrown case outside of Miami, cooler temperatures keep mosquitoes away from the Olympics and the big players in pharma are sitting out the race for a vaccine.
As Fla. Scrambles To Fight Zika, Concerns Emerge About Chemicals Being Used, Other Strategies
August 25, 2016
Morning Briefing
NBC News reports that the state is using a chemical that has been banned in Europe, and The New York Times reports on how some people are growing uneasy about the roles of science and government. Meanwhile, attention is now focusing on the need for more information related to the first non-travel case of Zika identified in the Tampa area.
Viewpoints: Health Law’s Improper Payments; Pass Mental Health Bill, Zika Funds Now
September 7, 2016
Morning Briefing
A selection of opinions on health care from around the country.
As Miami’s Zika Cases Spike, CDC Issues Unprecedented Travel Warning For Pregnant Women
August 2, 2016
Morning Briefing
Following the confirmation of 10 new Zika cases, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has advised pregnant women to stay away from a 1-square-mile area in northern Miami. The agency also recommends that all prenatal screenings should include questions about travel to Zika-infected areas.
Chaos Reigns, Cases Spike As Puerto Rico’s War On Zika Crumbles
August 1, 2016
Morning Briefing
Thousands of people — including up to 50 pregnant women — are being infected every day. But, health officials are feuding with each other, the governor’s special adviser on Zika has quit in disgust and residents aren’t protecting themselves because they think the threat is exaggerated.
Viewpoints: Zika Infections Spreading In Florida, More Criticism About Congress’ Response
August 3, 2016
Morning Briefing
Opinion writers share their thoughts on the Zika threat and Congress’s lack of action regarding emergency funding to support a public health response.
Spat About Planned Parenthood Over, But There’s ‘Still Work To Be Done’ On Funding Bill
September 20, 2016
Morning Briefing
The new language, according to an aide, would enable a Planned Parenthood affiliate in Puerto Rico to access federal funding, as Democrats demand. However, some of the money provided for the Zika response will be offset, in return.
Funds For Zika Could Be Depleted By End Of August, Administration Warns
August 4, 2016
Morning Briefing
Health and Human Services Secretary Sylvia Mathews Burwell sends a letter to lawmakers detailing how the money has been spent, while calling for additional resources. Meanwhile, Republicans and Democrats continue to point fingers over who is to blame for the funding impasse.
Flint Becomes Sticking Point In Congressional Funding Battle
September 23, 2016
Morning Briefing
Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell unveiled a measure that includes $1.1 billion in funding for Zika, but Democrats immediately rejected the bill because it lacks money to address the Flint water crisis.
Research Roundup: Drug Costs; Doctors’ Choices On Care; The 3 Rs; Zika Outbreak
August 26, 2016
Morning Briefing
Each week, KHN compiles a selection of recently released health policy studies and briefs.
U.S. Labs Prepare For Zika Testing Needs That Could Outpace Current Capacity
August 26, 2016
Morning Briefing
An analysis identifies a significant gap between resources on hand and the potential need if the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s worst-case outbreak scenario comes to pass. Meanwhile, new transmission research finds that the virus can linger in vaginal tissue and an infant’s bloodstream for much longer than previously thought.
Longer Looks: A Zika Vaccine; Aetna’s Marketplace Withdrawal; And Flint’s Water Crisis
August 18, 2016
Morning Briefing
Each week, KHN’s Shefali Luthra finds interesting reads from around the Web.
Report From Brazil: Baby With Zika Stayed Infected For Two Months After Birth
August 25, 2016
Morning Briefing
This information is viewed as more bad news because it suggests that the virus may continue to cause damage during this time when the brain is rapidly growing and developing.
Viewpoints: Congress Failing In Zika Fight; Lack Of Buzz About Clinton’s Mental Health Plan
September 1, 2016
Morning Briefing
A selection of opinions on health care from around the country.
Politicians Continue To Play Blame Game As Localities Scrape Together Funds For Zika Fight
August 24, 2016
Morning Briefing
Discussions over how to pay for efforts to battle the mosquito-borne virus remain contentious.
CDC Doles Out Another $16M For Zika Battle From Rapidly Depleting Funds
August 3, 2016
Morning Briefing
“These awards are a stopgap diverted from other public health resources until Zika funds are provided by Congress,” the CDC said in a statement.
Viewpoints: The Meaning Of Skyrocketing Premiums; Congress’ Inaction On Zika
July 21, 2016
Morning Briefing
A selection of opinions on health care from around the country.
Zika Battle Rages On As Republicans Dig In With Take-It-Or-Leave-It Stance
July 13, 2016
Morning Briefing
On Tuesday, Senate Republicans rejected a new Democratic proposal aimed at finding a middle ground in the battle over Zika funding.
