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Arkansas Senator Stokes Debunked Conspiracy That Coronavirus Was Manufactured By Chinese Government

February 18, 2020 Morning Briefing

Sen. Tom Cotton (R-Ark.) later walked back his comments about the origins of the coronavirus, but the statement reflects a worrying trend of high-ranking people spreading misinformation about the outbreak. In other news on how the United States is handling the crisis: 5 cities to start testing any patients with flu-like symptoms for coronavirus, Asian-Americans continue to face unsettling weight of public scrutiny in wake of outbreak, and more.

Trump Warns That ‘Hard Days Lie Ahead’ As Task Force Projects Grim Death Totals Even With Shutdown Efforts

April 1, 2020 Morning Briefing

President Donald Trump and his coronavirus task force, including Drs. Anthony Fauci and Deborah Birx, struck a serious tone Tuesday saying Americans must brace for a “bad two weeks.” They also projected that at least 100,000 Americans could succumb to the coronavirus even with strict social distancing measures in place. Without the shutdown, the number would skyrocket higher.

If Coronavirus Outbreak Isn’t Curbed By Fall, What Happens With Presidential Election?

March 19, 2020 Morning Briefing

ProPublica talks to an election expert about the various ways that the outbreak could impact the elections. The bottom line: it would take an act of Congress to move the presidential election and that would be difficult to do. Meanwhile, states are trying to shift their primary strategies to avoid voters gathering in large groups.

Running A Campaign In Midst Of Coronavirus: Concerns About Rallies, Economic Tumult And Candidates’ Health

March 10, 2020 Morning Briefing

The coronavirus could shape the 2020 elections in more ways than one. For now, the candidates have been keeping up with their schedule–with extra doses of hand sanitizer–but that could change in the coming weeks and months.

Despite The Narrative, Young People Can Get Severely Ill From Coronavirus

March 18, 2020 Morning Briefing

A new study looks at how age plays a role in the outbreak. While the study shows that the illness is less severe in kids, there are nuances that aren’t considered in the broader narrative around the illness. Meanwhile, the older generations struggle to cope with the outbreak.

As COVID Hits Hard In Minority Communities, Concerns Rise About Mental Health And Suicide Risks

July 13, 2020 Morning Briefing

Social distancing urged by health officials to stave off the virus may lead to other health problems for some people with depression and anxiety. At the same time, new data looks at the toll in Black and Hispanic areas, and some communities are reaching out to minority neighborhoods to inform residents about efforts to stop the infections; plus other developments in the fight the coronavirus.

World Braces For Global Economic Toll Coronavirus Will Likely Take

February 5, 2020 Morning Briefing

The Chinese economy now accounts for about 17% of global GDP and it’s the largest trading partner for most of its neighbors. The impact of the coronavirus is likely to send shockwaves across the globe.

All Sailors Aboard Aircraft Carrier Will Be Tested Following Sharp Increase In Coronavirus Cases

March 27, 2020 Morning Briefing

The USS Theodore Roosevelt will remain “operationally capable,” but it has been diverted to Guam so that all 5,000 sailors can be tested.

UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson Tests Positive For Coronavirus: ‘Together We Will Beat This’

March 27, 2020 Morning Briefing

UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson said that he was tested after developing mild symptoms and will still be working from self-isolation. Johnson is the first world leader to confirm a positive diagnosis.

Defense, Intelligence Officials Struggle To Respond To A Virus That Respects No Borders

March 12, 2020 Morning Briefing

The coronavirus adds a dangerous layer for national security officials who still have to assess threat levels from things beyond the pandemic. Meanwhile, the Defense Department has implemented a 60-day travel ban for service members and their families to and from countries whose populations have been the most stricken by coronavirus.

2 Republican Senators Sold Millions In Stocks While Still Downplaying Threat Of Coronavirus To Public

March 19, 2020 Morning Briefing

Sens. Richard Burr (R-N.C.) and Kelly Loeffler (R-Ga.) dumped stocks before the coronavirus crisis erupted into the threat it has become today. As chairman of the Senate Intelligence Committee, Burr received daily briefings on the outbreak and warned a small group of constituents three weeks ago to prepare for what was coming. Critics of the two senators have called for their resignations.

Markets Tumble Worldwide On Fears Of Coronavirus Outbreak

January 28, 2020 Morning Briefing

Experts caution that it is still too early to understand how big an economic impact the virus will have, but the stock market took a hit on Monday on news of how quickly the virus was spreading within China.

N.J. ICE Detainees Are Only Allotted One Bar Of Soap A Week. If They Want More, They Have To Buy It.

March 24, 2020 Morning Briefing

As fears of the coronavirus spreading like wildfire inside detention facilities mount, inmates are demanding more supplies like soap and toilet paper.

Rate Of Coronavirus Deaths Drops But Some Warn Any Optimism Is Premature

February 18, 2020 Morning Briefing

China on Monday reported 2,048 new cases of coronavirus infections and 105 new deaths over the previous 24 hours. The number of new deaths dropped from the previous day, when 142 deaths were reported. But some public health experts cautioned that it’s too early to think the crisis is receding. Meanwhile, the head of a hospital in Wuhan died of the disease.

Are Kids Innocent Bystanders Along With Adults, Or Are They Stealthily Helping Drive The Coronavirus Outbreak?

February 27, 2020 Morning Briefing

Though the evidence to date suggests this virus doesn’t inflict severe disease on children, there’s reason to think kids may be helping to amplify transmission–just like they do during the regular flu season. Experts say that figuring out how the coronavirus interacts with children might be crucial in containing its spread.

Nearly 60,000 Cases In One Day: U.S. Sets Another Daily COVID-19 Record

July 9, 2020 Morning Briefing

Over 3.1 million cases have now been confirmed in the U.S. and the death toll is nearing 135,000. By Election Day, that number could grow to 200,000, according to a new projection. Florida and Texas continue to be two hot-spot states in the latest surge. Worldwide, known coronavirus infections pass the 12 million mark.

The End Of Handshakes? Epidemiologists Weigh In On Comfort Levels With Pre-Pandemic Behavior

June 8, 2020 Morning Briefing

Epidemiologists say they feel safe going to the doctors or going on an overnight trip within driving distance. But, on the whole, they don’t see going to weddings or concerts within the next year. In other public health news: life in retail during the coronavirus, workplace safety, anxiety and more.

Beijing Is Tapping Its Traditional Propaganda Playbook, But Coronavirus Is Cracking Party’s Stronghold

February 26, 2020 Morning Briefing

The official messaging from China’s government is struggling to overcome the anger that’s been boiling up on social media about how the party’s leaders failed to handle the coronavirus outbreak. In other news out of China: new cases continue to drop, telemedicine comes in handy, medical workers are burning out, and more.

WHO Temporarily Halts Anti-Malarial Drug Trial For Safety Review

May 26, 2020 Morning Briefing

Previous studies have found negative side effects of hydroxychloroquine while so far it has not been proven to be an effective coronavirus treatment. President Donald Trump pushed for doctors to prescribe the drug and said he was taking a regime himself as a preventive measure.

All Patients Need Is A Doctor’s OK To Get Coronavirus Test. But Is There Enough To Go Around?

March 5, 2020 Morning Briefing

Some worry that a surge in coronavirus testing by people who have no real need may divert resources from seriously ill patients whose diagnosis is unknown, and wish the government hadn’t been so broad in giving doctors the final say in the testing.

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