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In Shadow Of Coronavirus Vaccine Rush, Experts Wonder Why There Isn’t One For Herpes

May 5, 2020 Morning Briefing

In 2016, two-thirds of the world’s population under 50 — about 3.7 billion people — had herpes simplex virus type 1. But scientists have been struggling to come up with a vaccine for at least 40 years and have failed. In other health news: cancer treatments, global AIDS funding, prosthetic arms, and more.

Longer Looks: Abortion, Coronavirus And Medicare For All

March 6, 2020 Morning Briefing

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

With Mount Rushmore Celebration, Trump Courts Danger From Dual Threats Of Wildfires, Virus

June 25, 2020 Morning Briefing

President Donald Trump wants to put on a massive fireworks display at Mount Rushmore, where pyrotechnics have been banned for at least a decade. Public health experts are alarmed not only about the potential spread of coronavirus but by the wildfire threat.

Upswing In Cases, Hospitalizations Spark Talk Of A Second Wave, But U.S. Is Still In The First One

June 15, 2020 Morning Briefing

Many states are reporting a record number of coronavirus cases and forecasters predict a slow and steady increase through the summer as part of the first wave. But they also warn that there will likely be a real, second wave that will hit the nation in the fall.

Different Takes: Congress Takes Advantage Of Coronavirus By Calling For More Spending; Time To Hope Everyone In The World Washes Their Hands

February 26, 2020 Morning Briefing

Opinion writers weigh in on issues surrounding efforts to prevent the spread of coronavirus.

Federal Judge Rules Alabama Can’t Block Abortions During Coronavirus Crisis

April 13, 2020 Morning Briefing

Several states, including Alabama, have attempted to postpone abortions and shut down clinics, arguing they are not medically essential and the space and doctors might be needed to treat coronavirus patients. News on abortion rights is from Texas, Wisconsin, Ohio and Virginia, as well.

Unemployment Claims Fall Below 2M, But Experts Say It’s ‘Still An Astonishing Rate Of Layoffs’

June 4, 2020 Morning Briefing

The weekly numbers on Thursday are still more than double the pre-coronavirus record of 695,000 set in October 1982, but it is at its lowest since the pandemic began wreaking widespread economic damage.

FDA Sets Bar For COVID-19 Vaccine Approval: Must Prevent Or Decrease Disease Severity For At Least Half

July 1, 2020 Morning Briefing

The FDA released guidance Tuesday on the criteria it will use to approve any coronavirus vaccine. Any candidates must prevent or decrease disease severity in at least 50% of the people inoculated. Temporary authorizations may be considered on a “case-by-case basis,” the agency said.

What Happens To Rural Coronavirus Patients In Distress When Nearest Hospital Is 30 Minutes Away?

April 27, 2020 Morning Briefing

Americans living in rural areas are dying from COVID-19 because “there’s only so much one paramedic can do in the back of an ambulance,” and an epidemic of hospital closures already undermined the country’s health system long before the pandemic broke out. In other news, the differences between the aid and supplies rich and poor hospitals receive is made all the more startling by the outbreak. In other hospitals news: the costs of coronavirus care, extra precautions, homeless patients and more.

McConnell Suggests Next Coronavirus Relief Package ‘Not Too Far Off’ As Senate Adjourns For Week

May 22, 2020 Morning Briefing

Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell (R-Ky.) faces increasing pressure from both inside and outside his party to pass another round of relief legislation. But so far he’s been taking a wait-and-see approach, essentially ignoring the $3 trillion bill passed by the House. Meanwhile, the Senate was unable to finalize a deal to extend the amount of time companies have to spend loans obtained through the Paycheck Protection Program.

Global Watch: Italy’s Unprecedented Lockdown; Global Cases Surge To 108,000; Outbreak Strains European Health Systems

March 9, 2020 Morning Briefing

Media outlets take a look at the global response to the coronavirus outbreak.

Curve Keeps Rising At Alarming Pace: US Sets Another Daily Case Record

July 17, 2020 Morning Briefing

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.

Over 5 Million Coronavirus Cases Across The World Reported And New Single-Day Record Set

May 21, 2020 Morning Briefing

Developments in the global pandemic are reported out of China, Brazil, Germany, France, the United Kingdom, Mexico, Germany, Colombia, Russia and other nations.

Different Takes: Best Ways To Honor The Doctor Who Warned Us About Coronavirus; Lessons On Censuring Health News

February 11, 2020 Morning Briefing

Opinion writers express views about the challenges of the coronavirus.

Antibody Drug Designed To Treat COVID-19 Specifically Could Be Ready By September

June 11, 2020 Morning Briefing

Eli Lilly officials say the therapies could beat a vaccine to widespread use as a COVID-19 treatment. Meanwhile, FDA Commissioner Dr. Stephen Hahn says he is committed to expediting coronavirus treatments and products.

Trump Describes ‘Good’ Relationship With Fauci While Calling Out ‘Mistakes’

July 20, 2020 Morning Briefing

“He’s a little bit of an alarmist — that’s OK,” President Donald Trump said of his top infectious disease expert. Despite recent criticisms from a few fellow administration officials, Dr. Anthony Fauci continues to urge Americans to take more precautions to stem the coronavirus outbreak.

As Doctors And Patients Take To Telehealth, Pressure Mounts For Option To Be Allowed Even After Crisis

June 15, 2020 Morning Briefing

Regulatory restrictions that previously limited the use of virtual appointments have been temporarily lifted during the coronavirus pandemic. Many in the industry want that change to become permanent as more health systems and medical personnel adopt the technology.

Doctors Call On HHS To Help Address Racial Disparities In Treatment Of Coronavirus Patients

April 17, 2020 Morning Briefing

Research has found that black Americans have a disproportionately higher risk of contracting and dying of COVID-19, which is a reflection of broader disparities in the health system that have just been exacerbated by the pandemic.

Wearing A Mask? Good. Now Add A Face Shield, Too

July 31, 2020 Morning Briefing

Face shields can protect against droplets, according to Dr. Deborah Birx, the White House coronavirus response coordinator. Along those same lines, infectious disease expert Dr. Anthony Fauci, who is testifying before Congress this morning, suggested the U.S. may eventually recommend eye goggles.

Different Takes: Coronavirus Alerted World To The Value Of Whistleblowers; A Look Behind All Those Masks

February 13, 2020 Morning Briefing

Editorial pages focus on public health issues triggered by the coronavirus.

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