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Heartbreaking Bills, Lawsuit and Bankruptcy — Even With Insurance

By Laura Ungar September 25, 2020 KFF Health News Original

With health insurance that can leave him on the hook for more than a quarter of his salary every year, a Kentucky essential worker who has heart disease is one of millions of Americans who are functionally uninsured. At only 31, he has already been through bankruptcy and being sued by his hospital. This year, he faced a bill for more than $10,000.

Efforts To Curb Congenital Syphilis Falter In COVID’s Shadow

By Anna Maria Barry-Jester June 4, 2020 KFF Health News Original

A new federal report sheds light on the reasons newborn syphilis rates are on the rise despite simple treatment options. But amid the COVID-19 pandemic, public health departments will struggle to respond.

Delta Variant Is Chasing Down Anyone Who’s Unvaccinated — Including Kids

August 11, 2021 Morning Briefing

The highly contagious strain of the coronavirus doesn’t care about your party affiliation or how old you are, as evidenced by a spike in infections among those 12 and younger, who are not eligible for vaccination. Hospitals reported nearly 94,000 new child cases as of Aug. 5.

Covid Knocks US Pole Vaulter Out Of Olympics; Tokyo’s Surge Continues

July 29, 2021 Morning Briefing

Sam Kendricks, considered a medal contender, tested positive for coronavirus and is no longer eligible to compete. Separately, reports show Tokyo’s infection surge is continuing with a third record-level day, worrying Olympic officials. News outlets also discuss Simone Biles’ withdrawal.

California Hospitals Face Surge With Proven Fixes And Some Hail Marys

By Angela Hart and Anna Maria Barry-Jester April 1, 2020 KFF Health News Original

California is entering the most critical period in its battle against COVID-19, and may need thousands of hospital beds and ventilators to accommodate a surge of critically ill patients. Hospitals are taking extreme measures, such as using 3D printers to make ventilator parts and turning cafeterias into wards.

What Does Recovery From COVID-19 Look Like? It Depends. A Pulmonologist Explains.

By Judith Graham April 9, 2020 KFF Health News Original

Reports offer a glimmer of hope, especially for older adults.

Tragic Covid Benchmarks: 650,000 Dead In US; More 2021 Cases Than All Of 2020

September 8, 2021 Morning Briefing

As the American death toll ticked past 650,000 people, the nation also broke another record: 20,146,000 confirmed covid cases in just over 8 months exceeded last year’s total. Altogether, 40 million cases have been reported in the U.S. during the coronavirus pandemic.

Primary Care Doctors Look at Payment Overhaul After Pandemic Disruption

By Steven Findlay August 12, 2020 KFF Health News Original

Many physicians were forced to close their offices — or at least see only emergency cases — when the pandemic struck. Because they are generally paid piecemeal for every service, they suffered big losses, leading to layoffs and pay cuts. Some doctors say they now are looking to overhaul the way they get paid.

Postal de la crisis: vendedores ambulantes de Los Angeles no pueden dejar de trabajar

By Anna Almendrala April 8, 2020 KFF Health News Original

A diferencia de la mayoría de los estadounidenses, que pronto recibirán cheques de estímulo, miles de trabajadores luchan en estos días por comer, pagar la renta y enviar dinero a sus familias.

True Toll Of COVID-19 On U.S. Health Care Workers Unknown

By Christina Jewett and Liz Szabo April 15, 2020 KFF Health News Original

Infection-report forms rarely indicate who is a health worker or whether they survived. States and hospitals tend to keep quiet, citing patient privacy.

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.

Early Covid Gene Samples Were Deleted From Database, Scientist Says

June 24, 2021 Morning Briefing

The new analysis, released Tuesday, bolsters claims that a variety of coronaviruses may have been circulating in Wuhan, China, before the initial outbreaks linked to animal and seafood markets in December 2019, The New York Times says.

The Nation’s 5,000 Outpatient Surgery Centers Could Help With The COVID-19 Overflow

By Cara Anthony and Liz Szabo March 27, 2020 KFF Health News Original

A coalition of anesthesiologists wants to repurpose the country’s more than 5,000 surgery centers to serve as emergency overflow amid the coronavirus pandemic. The centers have trained medical staff largely sitting idle, anesthesia machines that could be turned into ventilators, and empty medical space. But obstacles such as federal payment rules, logistics and some skepticism are getting in the way.

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.

Pandemia obstaculiza al preciado bloque de votantes en centros de adultos mayores

By Rachel Bluth October 9, 2020 KFF Health News Original

Muchos seniors que necesitan ayuda para obtener o llenar sus boletas podrían sufrir la consecuencias por el cambio de las reglas sobre visitas familiares.

CDC Backs Vaccine During Pregnancy As Data Shows No Extra Miscarriage Risk

August 12, 2021 Morning Briefing

But the coronavirus poses a big risk to a healthy pregnancy, other research found. So in the face of the surging delta variant, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is now recommending that pregnant women get the shot. Only about 23% in the U.S. have received at least one dose to date.

What Seniors Should Know Before Going Ahead With Elective Procedures

By Judith Graham July 6, 2020 KFF Health News Original

People who put off care as COVID-19 surged are easing back into the medical system. Here’s how to know if it’s safe.

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.

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.

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.

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