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COVID Death Rate In America Back Up To Over 1,000 In A Day

July 22, 2020 Morning Briefing

For the first time since early June, the United States reported Tuesday more than 1,000 deaths in a single day due to the coronavirus. The alarming climb in death rates and hospitalizations undercut arguments about the severity of the current surge.

Trump Getting ‘False’ Information From Atlas, Redfield Overheard Saying

September 29, 2020 Morning Briefing

Referring to Dr. Scott Atlas — the member of the coronavirus task force who is currently believed to have President Donald Trump’s ear — CDC Director Robert Redfield said during a phone call made on a commercial flight heard by NBC News that, “everything he says is false.” Dr. Anthony Fauci also voiced concerns about the advice Atlas is delivering to the president.

Relief Funds Flowed To Nursing Home Providers Accused Of Fraud, Misdeeds

August 5, 2020 Morning Briefing

A Washington Post analysis of coronavirus relief money distribution finds that hundreds of millions of dollars went to dozens of nursing home companies that settled recent lawsuits with the Justice Department over alleged improper Medicare billing, forged documents, substandard care and other abuses.

‘Dangerous’ Virus Surge In LA, San Francisco Drive New Restrictions

July 16, 2020 Morning Briefing

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.

Trump’s ‘Deep State’ Claim Puts More Pressure On FDA; Experts Call It ‘Baseless’

August 24, 2020 Morning Briefing

President Donald Trump accused the FDA of delaying coronavirus vaccine approval until after the election. His unsubstantiated charge, delivered via Twitter on Saturday, even took some of his own administration officials by surprise and drew outrage and criticism from Democrats, drug companies and fact checkers.

Trump Defends Playing Down Dangers Of Virus While Denying That He Lied

September 11, 2020 Morning Briefing

In a contentious press conference, President Donald Trump faced questions over recorded statements he made in the early months of the pandemic in which it is clear he knew far more about the severity of the coronavirus than he was telling the American public. Democratic presidential candidate Joe Biden calls those actions “almost criminal.”

Private White House Warnings About Virus’ Threat Inflamed Market Sell-Off

October 15, 2020 Morning Briefing

The rosy picture the Trump administration painted for the public in the early weeks of the coronavirus outbreak contrasts with the more dire closed-door briefings provided by economists to administration officials and Republican donors and passed along to investors, the New York Times reports. In other administration news: Dr. Deborah Birx’s role in undermining WHO and efforts to halt Nevada from using Chinese-made COVID test kits.

At One Meat-Packing Plant In Colorado, Coronavirus Cases Doubled ‘In Number Of Days’

May 1, 2020 Morning Briefing

The union for workers at the JBS meat-processing plant also announced another employee died. The meat industry has emerged as a virus hot spot across the country, but with President Donald Trump’s executive order for them to stay open, employees are left with the choice between quitting or putting themselves at risk for infection. Meanwhile, Amazon extends its stay-at-home directive for workers who are able to do so — calling into question how the company plans to keep warehouse workers safe.

Some Hospitals In New York Are Pushed To Financial Brink By Surge Of Coronavirus Patients

April 13, 2020 Morning Briefing

New York City’s hospital systems are losing up to $450 million a month on coronavirus care. In other news on hospitals: federal grant distributions questioned; lessons from a disaster-zone ICU; the struggle to decide what should be converted into a backup hospital; a look at how some hospitals are staying ahead of the demand for ICU beds; and more.

Pence Vows End-Of-Year Vaccine In Speech, Then Greets Maskless Supporters

August 27, 2020 Morning Briefing

During his keynote speech on the third night of the Republican National Convention, Vice President Mike Pence said, “I’m proud to report that we’re on track to have the world’s first safe, effective coronavirus vaccine by the end of this year.” He also praised health care workers.

Perspectives: Medical Teams In U.S. Lack Funding, Staff To Prevent Big Coronavirus Outbreak

February 10, 2020 Morning Briefing

Opinion writers weigh in on issues surrounding the coronavirus.

Pelosi Says She’s Finding Out About Trump’s Health Through The Media

October 5, 2020 Morning Briefing

House Speaker Nancy Pelosi says she hasn’t been briefed on President Donald Trump’s health status since he was diagnosed with the coronavirus last week. In other news from Capitol Hill, talk of testing more lawmakers and staff for COVID-19; no deal yet on a relief package; and Jaime Harrison and Lindsey Graham battled it out face-to-face on the debate stage.

Coronavirus In The States: N.Y. Governor Warns Spread Is Inevitable; Texas Mayor Tries To Contain Quarantined Patients; Where Are Cases Confirmed?

March 3, 2020 Morning Briefing

Media outlets cover the gradual spread of the coronavirus through the United States.

White House ‘Filling The Stockpile’ In Anticipation Of Another Virus Wave In The Fall

June 22, 2020 Morning Briefing

White House trade adviser Peter Navarro says the Trump administration is preparing for an additional wave of coronavirus infections. Meanwhile public health experts warn that the nation is still in the “first wave” of the pandemic.

Different Takes: Don’t Wait Any Longer To Prepare For Coronavirus In U.S.; Remember How Vulnerable Pregnant Women Might Be

February 25, 2020 Morning Briefing

Editorial pages focus on best ways to stem dangers of coronavirus.

Gilead Reports ‘Positive Data’ From Drug Trial Of Experimental Coronavirus Treatment

April 29, 2020 Morning Briefing

Gilead announced Wednesday that its closely watched drug trial of remdesivir, conducted by NIH, shows that at least 50% of patients treated with a 5-day dosage improved, and more than half were discharged from the hospital within two weeks.

Longer Looks: Abortion, Coronavirus And Medicare For All

March 6, 2020 Morning Briefing

Each week, KHN finds interesting reads from around the Web.

Global Watch: France Goes To ‘War’ With The Virus; Britain Slightly Steps Up Response; China Tightens Borders To Keep Infected Out

March 16, 2020 Morning Briefing

News from around the world focuses on the global impact of the coronavirus.

CDC Struggles To Address COVID Racial Inequities Without Adding To Stigmas

July 27, 2020 Morning Briefing

The coronavirus crisis has hardest hit Black, Hispanic and Native American communities. But labeling entire races or ethnicities as “high risk” could also backfire, public health officials worry. News outlets examine other health care disparities, as well.

Trump And Spokeswoman Contradict One Another On How Often He’s Tested

July 22, 2020 Morning Briefing

Press secretary Kayleigh McEnany told reporters Tuesday that the president gets tested for coronavirus multiple times a day. Yet later in the day, President Donald Trump put the frequency closer to one test every two to three days.

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