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During A Pandemic, States’ Patchwork Of Crisis Strategies Could Mean Uneven Care

By Markian Hawryluk March 5, 2020 KFF Health News Original

If a coronavirus pandemic were to hit the U.S., only 36 states have blueprints for “crisis standards of care” to sort out who gets what kind of medical care amid scarce resources. And not all the plans are of high quality. That means health care providers in some states will be better prepared for a crisis than others — but all could face tough decisions.

A View From The Front Lines Of California’s COVID-19 Battle

By Anna Maria Barry-Jester March 18, 2020 KFF Health News Original

California physicians dealing with COVID-19 offer a sobering portrait of a health care system bracing for the worst of a pandemic that could be months from peaking.

Must-Reads of the Week

By Lauren Zamarron August 7, 2020 KFF Health News Original

Newsletter editor Lauren Olsen wades through hundreds of health care policy stories each week, so you don’t have to.

Why Hoarding Of Hydroxychloroquine Needs To Stop

By Martha Bebinger, WBUR March 25, 2020 KFF Health News Original

Six states — Idaho, Louisiana, Nevada, North Carolina, Ohio and Texas — have taken steps to limit inappropriate prescriptions for the medicine and preserve supplies for patients who take it for lupus and rheumatoid arthritis.

Novavax Says Trials Show Its Covid Vaccine To Be Safe And 90% Effective

June 14, 2021 Morning Briefing

The vaccine manufacturer plans to apply for FDA clearance in the third quarter of this year. If authorized, it would be the fourth vaccine available in the U.S. And another coronavirus shot option would help boost global vaccination efforts.

Wuhan Lab Theory Deemed Plausible By Government Lab

June 8, 2021 Morning Briefing

The Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory report says the hypothesis that the coronavirus escaped from a Chinese lab is plausible. Also, more evidence that covid is abating, and Boeing has doubts about an air purifier technology.

KHN’s ‘What The Health?’: What’s In The Next Round Of COVID-19 Relief?

May 14, 2020 KFF Health News Original

House Democrats unveiled legislation that would effectively double what the federal government has spent on relief for the COVID-19 pandemic, but Republicans say they want to wait before even talking about another bill. Meanwhile, a key Republican senator called the GOP court case challenging the Affordable Care Act “flimsy.” Rebecca Adams of CQ Roll Call and Joanne Kenen of Politico join KHN’s Julie Rovner to discuss this and more.

Don’t Celebrate Yet: Covid Cases Hit Reverse, Go Up Again

May 14, 2021 Morning Briefing

The U.S. reported more than 38,000 new cases and 802 deaths Thursday. Meanwhile, new research suggests that coronavirus may contribute to erectile dysfunction.

Nacer en medio de la pandemia: COVID-19 complica los partos y la relación mamá-bebé

By JoNel Aleccia and Laura Ungar April 24, 2020 KFF Health News Original

En todo los Estados Unidos, COVID-19 está alterando radicalmente la atención médica, no solo para los adultos mayores vulnerables sino también para las embarazadas y sus recién nacidos.

In The Middle Of The Country, A Hospital And Its Community Prepare For The Surge

By Sandy West April 22, 2020 KFF Health News Original

Because the surge of COVID-19 cases hasn’t yet hit all parts of America, some hospitals are able to learn lessons from the hot spots and prepare for the onslaught. In Wichita, Kansas, Ascension Via Christi hospitals converted a portion of a hospital cafeteria into a grocery store and offered alternative housing and child care for staff members working long hours in a stressful setting. The hospital group is also working with local aircraft manufacturers and 3D-printing hobbyists to produce face shields and other safety materials.

Unclassified Report Of US Covid Origins Probe Expected To Be Released

August 26, 2021 Morning Briefing

President Joe Biden was briefed yesterday by intelligence officials on the 90-day review he had ordered. Before anything has even been released to the public, China criticized the investigation as “propaganda.” Meanwhile, a group of scientists warn that time is running out to get the necessary data to truly pinpoint the source of the coronavirus that sparked the global pandemic.

Con reportes parciales de los estados, el panorama de COVID-19 en el país es borroso

By Fred Schulte March 25, 2020 KFF Health News Original

Varios estados informan solo resultados positivos de la prueba para COVID-19 de laboratorios privados, una práctica que pinta una imagen engañosa del ritmo de propagación de la enfermedad.

Idaho Governor Expected To Sign Bill Curbing His Office’s Emergency Powers

May 6, 2021 Morning Briefing

And in Florida, the Department of Education tells schools that Gov. Ron DeSantis’ orders aimed at rolling back local coronavirus protections don’t apply to them.

Turning Anger Into Action: Minority Students Analyze COVID Data on Racial Disparities

By Esther Landhuis August 13, 2020 KFF Health News Original

About 70 college students are enrolled this summer in a program developed by San Francisco researchers and funded by the National Institutes of Health that allows them to explore the pandemic’s impact on communities facing health disparities.

Demócratas agudizan ataques al sistema de salud, al ritmo de las primarias

By Emmarie Huetteman and Shefali Luthra and Victoria Knight February 26, 2020 KFF Health News Original

En el debate número 10 realizado en Charleston, Carolina del Sur, también se unieron para atacar al senador por Vermont Bernie Sanders, actual favorito.

The Race Against Covid Variants And Yet Another Surge

April 2, 2021 Morning Briefing

The pace of vaccinations pick up as coronavirus variants stir fears that the United States is facing a fourth surge of covid cases.

Experts Down Play Lab-Leak Theory Amid Covid Origins Debate

July 12, 2021 Morning Briefing

Bat scientists in particular are saying no one may accurately pin down the origin of the novel coronavirus. In other covid developments: breathalyzer test may be in the works, though, making it easier to detect it. And a worrying report notes a British woman died infected with two variants.

KHN’s ‘What The Health?’: Remaking Medicaid — Maybe

January 30, 2020 KFF Health News Original

The Trump administration is proposing to let states have more control of their Medicaid programs in exchange for potentially less money from the federal government. Meanwhile, the dangerous respiratory virus spreading from China is starting to affect trade and transportation along with public health. Kimberly Leonard of the Washington Examiner, Erin Mershon of Stat and Joanne Kenen of Politico join KHN’s Julie Rovner to discuss this and more.

Newsom Likes To ‘Go Big’ But Doesn’t Always Deliver

By Angela Hart June 4, 2020 KFF Health News Original

The COVID-19 pandemic is showcasing California Gov. Gavin Newsom’s leadership style to a national audience. The first-term Democrat doesn’t shy away from making splashy announcements and lofty promises, but his plans often lack detail and, in some cases, follow-through.

Missourians to Vote on Medicaid Expansion as Crisis Leaves Millions Without Insurance

By Cara Anthony July 30, 2020 KFF Health News Original

Around the country, Medicaid enrollment is up as people who have lost jobs during the pandemic seek health insurance. Expanding eligibility for Missouri’s program, which could help thousands of recently unemployed residents, will be on the ballot Tuesday.

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