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Where Did All The Non-Coronavirus Patients Go? Hospitals Worry About Silent Sub-Epidemic Of People Not Seeking Care

April 20, 2020 Morning Briefing

“Everybody is frightened to come to the ER,” doctors say. But that means people who do need care aren’t getting it. In other public health news: the increased risk for patients who are diabetic or obese; an uptick in hospitalizations among children; the fraying safety net for disabled Americans; and more.

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‘I Assumed It Was All Being Paid For’: Who Gets Stuck With The Medical Bills For Coronavirus-Related Quarantine?

March 2, 2020 Morning Briefing

The federal government has the authority to quarantine and isolate patients if officials believe them to be a public health threat–but the government doesn’t have to pay for it. “We didn’t have a choice. When the bills showed up, it was just a pit in my stomach, like, ‘How do I pay for this?’” says Frank Wucinski, who was quarantined along with his daughter. In other economical news about the coronavirus: sick days, gig workers, stocks, and more.

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What Not To Do To Avoid Coronavirus: Gargling Saltwater, Taking Silver Capsules, Heating Your Nasal Passage

March 18, 2020 Morning Briefing

Misinformation is thriving as fearful Americans gravitate toward anything that will help prevent them from getting sick. Doctors say the best advice is simple: wash your hands, practice social distancing, and avoid touching your face. In other news: vulnerable populations, easing your anxiety, the lifespan of the virus, and more.

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Gov. Cuomo’s Order To House COVID Patients In Nursing Homes Scrutinized

July 13, 2020 Morning Briefing

Critics have called for investigations to see if the Cuomo administration’s directive forcing nursing homes to accept coronavirus patients from hospitals created a dangerous environment that allowed the virus to quickly spread in New York. But state officials are fighting back. Meanwhile, visits to residents in nursing homes and other long-term care facilities in parts of the country are slowly resuming and other nursing home news.

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WHO Sees ‘Green Shoots Of Hope’ In Steroid Study, But Says Drug Should Be Saved For Most Severe Cases

June 18, 2020 Morning Briefing

A cheap, common steroid significantly cuts the mortality rates in severe COVID-19 cases. While many public health leaders celebrated the news, some are more cautious. Meanwhile, WHO stops its trial of the controversial anti-malarial drug that has dangerous side effects and has yet to show any benefit for coronavirus patients.

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Behind The Scenes: State Department And CDC Waged Battle Over Flying Americans With Coronavirus Home

February 21, 2020 Morning Briefing

The CDC didn’t want to fly the 14 cruise ship passengers who had tested positive for coronavirus home on the same flight as the other Americans. But the State Department won the argument. “It was like the worst nightmare,” said a senior U.S. official involved in the decision. “Quite frankly, the alternative could have been pulling grandma out in the pouring rain.” Meanwhile, disease fighters are walking back early criticism of the Wuhan quarantine, saying that it did indeed serve its purpose in buying the world time to prepare.

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‘I’m Not Concerned At All’: Trump Does Little To Change His Routine Amid Coronavirus Exposure Fears

March 11, 2020 Morning Briefing

Despite the fact that there is a chance President Donald Trump was exposed second-hand to a patient with coronavirus at CPAC, Trump seems to want to send a message to Americans that he’s not worried. Meanwhile, House Speaker Nancy Pelosi (D-Calif.) remained adamant that she won’t close the Capitol, despite the higher risk lawmakers are facing because they travel so much. “We are the captains of the ship. We are the last to leave,” she said.

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Italy Reports 45% One-Day Jump In Coronavirus Cases And Country’s Leaders Rush To Allay Panic

February 26, 2020 Morning Briefing

Italian Prime Minister Giuseppe Conte admits that a hospital in the northern town of Codogno mishandled the region’s first coronavirus case which contributed to the deadly virus’ spread. Meanwhile, a Spanish hotel is still in lock down as officials attempt to trace the infection path of an Italian doctor and his partner.

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Americans Evacuated From Quarantined Cruise Ship Including 14 Who Tested Positive For Coronavirus

February 18, 2020 Morning Briefing

Another 60 Americans remained in Japan for monitoring, State Department officials said. Meanwhile, a second cruise ship was finally allowed to dock and passengers to disembark, with promises that “there was no indication of COVID-19 on the ship.” However, an American who was on board did test positive for the coronavirus, sparking fears that the passengers who have already flown home could spread the illness without being aware they’re infected.

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Record 26M Filed For Jobless Claims Over Last 5 Weeks, With Additional 4.4M Joining Ranks Last Week

April 23, 2020 Morning Briefing

Last week another 4.4 million Americans sought unemployment benefits after losing their jobs due to the coronavirus-driven shutdowns. The staggering figures suggest that the U.S. unemployment rate has spiked as high as 20%.

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In 24-Hour Span, America’s Death Toll Climbs By 4,591 As Coronavirus Edges Closer To Becoming Leading Cause Of Death

April 17, 2020 Morning Briefing

The prior record was 2,569, reported the day before. COVID-19 is on pace to become the largest single killer of Americans, given the normal number of deaths in an April week. Meanwhile, most experts agree it’s hard to get an accurate count due to spotty testing and the actual number of both cases and deaths are likely higher.

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‘This Should Not Be About Politics’: House Overwhelmingly Passes $8.3B Coronavirus Funding Bill

March 5, 2020 Morning Briefing

The bill includes about $7.7 billion in new discretionary spending to bolster vaccine development, research, equipment stockpiles and state and local health budgets, as government officials and health workers fight to contain the outbreak. The House moved unusually quick in a rare sign of bipartisanship in a highly divided Congress. It next goes to the Senate.

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New More Carefully Controlled Study Shows That Buzzy Malaria Drug Might Not Actually Help In Fighting Coronavirus

March 27, 2020 Morning Briefing

The study shows the importance of doing carefully controlled research despite increasing anxiety over finding a treatment. Scientists say that doesn’t mean the malaria drug doesn’t work, but that people shouldn’t be looking at it as a magical cure. Meanwhile, a conservative business group founded by a prolific Republican political donor is pressuring the White House to greenlight the treatment anyway.

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California Coronavirus Case With No Travel Link Shines Light On Deep Flaws In CDC’s Early Testing Strategy

February 28, 2020 Morning Briefing

The patient wasn’t tested right away because she didn’t fit the narrow parameters CDC issued about who should be checked for coronavirus. The agency has struggled with other missteps related to testing, and experts worry that they could have exacerbated whatever outbreak is set to come. Meanwhile, California is aggressively trying to contain the virus, now that it’s likely moved beyond just those who have traveled abroad.

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States Grapple With Emerging Threat Of Coronavirus As They Prepare For More Possible Cases

January 29, 2020 Morning Briefing

News stories from across the country look at where patients are being monitored over concerns of infections.

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Gilead Increases Its Remdesivir Donation To U.S. As Executives Tout Drug’s Long-Term Profit Potential

May 19, 2020 Morning Briefing

The drugmaker didn’t provide an explanation of why it was increasing the donation of its medication that has shown to help treat coronavirus patients. Meanwhile, Gilead seems eager to convince skeptical investors that the $1 billion spent this year on development and production can eventually yield a real return.

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Chinese Government Grapples With Rising Public Fury As Coronavirus Continues To Spread

January 28, 2020 Morning Briefing

The death toll from the virus climbs past 100, with thousands of more cases reported. Chinese officials are trying to stem a tide of criticism over how they are handling the outbreak. U.S. National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases Director Anthony Fauci criticized Chinese leaders for not inviting U.S. and other international investigative agencies to join them in researching the new virus.

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What Should You Do In The Face Of Potential U.S. Coronavirus Outbreak? Keep Calm And Carry On

February 27, 2020 Morning Briefing

“Don’t let fear and emotion drive the response to this virus,” said Timothy Brewer of UCLA. The Washington Post spoke to epidemiology experts to find out what Americans should be doing as they watch nervously for more coronavirus cases. In other news: the mask industry is booming, but there’s no need for one if you’re a healthy adult; health workers question safety measures; a look at asymptomatic patients; and what social media sites are doing to combat misinformation.

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Nearly 9,000 U.S. Workers Have Contracted Coronavirus, Though CDC Says More Unreported Cases Are Likely

April 15, 2020 Morning Briefing

The CDC report also stated that the numbers of health care professionals testing positive and dying from COVID-19 were likely to go up. Meanwhile, KHN and The Guardian team up to track and profile the health care workers who have died from the virus.

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Spread Of Virus Will Not Be ‘Easy To Snuff Out’ Despite Latest Actions By States To Pause Reopenings

June 30, 2020 Morning Briefing

The number of confirmed U.S. coronavirus cases rose by another 41,000 on Monday. In response to the surge, governors in California, Texas and Florida in particular are taking steps to slow or reverse reopening measures as cases in those states hit record levels. Meanwhile, New York and New Jersey — former hot spots — aim to protect their states from slipping back.

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