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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.

Trump Administration Confirms It Will Pay Hospitals To Help Cover Costs Of Uninsured Coronavirus Patients

April 23, 2020 Morning Briefing

HHS Secretary Alex Azar Azar declined to specify how much money would be allotted to help hospitals providing uncompensated care for COVID-19 cases. Meanwhile, CMS warns that COVID-19 treatment could cause Medicare reserves to run out and Medicaid waivers are approved to help deal with costs.

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.

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.

20% Of Tested NYC Residents Have Coronavirus Antibodies, But Experts Say Take Results With Grain Of Salt

April 24, 2020 Morning Briefing

The serological survey data that’s been trickling in over the past few days has been shocking–showing just how much the coronavirus has spread through mild or asymptomatic cases. While experts say that the tests are an important tool, the results shouldn’t be taken as gospel.

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.

Global Watch: As Cases Spread World Wide, Containment Hopes Dim; Iran Struggles To Contain Epidemic; Millions Of Students Missing School

March 5, 2020 Morning Briefing

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

Governors Become Generals Of Coronavirus Crisis As Federal Government Dawdled

March 18, 2020 Morning Briefing

While President Donald Trump downplayed the seriousness of the outbreak, governors were thrust into the spotlight as they tried to manage the crisis in their states. “Our leaders in the federal government at every level ought to be thinking of this moment as December 8, 1941,” said Washington Gov. Jay Inslee, whose state was one of the first hit by the pandemic. He said states should be calling for “the same federal response we had the morning after Pearl Harbor.” Meanwhile, about half of Americans support stringent measures to curb the outbreak, and New York City leaders warn that a “shelter in place” order may be coming eventually. Media outlets look at how other states are dealing with the crisis, as well.

Friends And Family Of Coronavirus Patients Have To Say Their Goodbyes Through Nurses, If They Get To At All

March 30, 2020 Morning Briefing

Visitors are banned from coronavirus wards in many hospitals, creating a situation where the patients are dying alone and friends and family don’t get to say proper goodbyes.

Global Watch: Iran Struggles To Contain Outbreak; Olympic Committee Vows Games Will Start On Schedule; WHO Warns Of Equipment Shortage

March 4, 2020 Morning Briefing

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

Perspectives: Lessons About Silencing Chinese Doctor Who Warned About Coronavirus; Supporting U.S. Chinese Communities Needs To Replace Blaming

February 14, 2020 Morning Briefing

Editorial pages focus on public health issues surrounding the coronavirus

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.

A Look Inside Army’s Efforts To Create Coronavirus Strains To Support Vaccine Research

March 23, 2020 Morning Briefing

The work being done at Maryland’s Fort Detrick provides a glimpse at the administration’s vaccine-related research efforts. “This is the frontline of the battle against the coronavirus,” said Army Chief of Staff James McConville of the Fort Detrick scientists. “And I would suggest that some of the people here are going to be the heroes that are going to help us defeat it.”

Trump Requests Mail-In Ballot At Same Time He Blocks Postal System Funds To Stop Such Voting

August 14, 2020 Morning Briefing

President Donald Trump admits he is withholding money from the U.S. Postal Service to impede efforts to expand mail-in ballots for voters concerned about polling place safety during the pandemic. The funds are also tied to the coronavirus relief bill negotiations. The day before that statement, Donald and Melania Trump requested just such ballots from Florida.

Global Watch: New Cases In Chinese Epicenter Drop Sharply; More Countries Report Fatalities; WHO Raises Global Risk To Highest Level

March 2, 2020 Morning Briefing

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

Federal List Of Dangerous ‘Red Zone’ States Grows To 21; US Nears 150,000 Deaths

July 29, 2020 Morning Briefing

According to a Trump administration report, 21 states fall into the “red zone” where coronavirus outbreaks are so serious that federal officials recommend more restrictions; 28 states qualify for the “yellow zone.” Meanwhile, new cases may be plateauing in some of those places, yet six of the states report record deaths.

From The Swimming Pool To The Dating Pool, How People Are Reclaiming Their ‘Normal’ Lives

June 11, 2020 Morning Briefing

Churches in New York City are offering free coronavirus tests. Airplanes may add shields between seats or ask you to fill out a questionnaire. Still, life goes on for Americans as they adapt to new safety rules.

Still Much To Learn About Immunity From COVID-19, Scientists Warn

June 11, 2020 Morning Briefing

Questions linger about whether herd immunity, antibody tests actually make a difference in the spread of coronavirus. Experts say you shouldn’t let your guard down even if you’ve tested positive.

Physical And Mental Complications Can Linger For Patients Who Recover From Coronavirus

April 7, 2020 Morning Briefing

While a life-saving tool, ventilators can cause long-term physical and emotional side effects. And physicians say they can’t offer recovered patients who aren’t retested any guarantees about whether they can still transmit the virus. Meanwhile, experts warn of a mental health crisis brewing. More public health news related to the outbreak report on a drop in heart attacks and strokes, fears of dying alone, loneliness, how the virus attacks the body, an anticipated surge in foster care placements, uncertainty for cancer patients, and more.

Hospitals Filling Up, Businesses Shutting Down: Nearly 300,000 New U.S. Cases Reported In Just 6 Days

July 7, 2020 Morning Briefing

As the coronavirus outbreak spins “out of control,” according to some medical professionals, 10 states report daily records for confirmed cases. Only six days into July, nearly 300,000 Americans tested positive for the virus. In June, 820,000 cases were tallied.

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