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Lawmakers Call For Investigation Of Pentagon’s Reported Diversion Of Coronavirus Relief Funds

September 23, 2020 Morning Briefing

The Washington Post reported that the Pentagon chose to use money Congress allocated to “prevent, prepare for, and respond to coronavirus” to defense contractors for things like body armor and dress uniforms.

The Inside Story Of How The Bay Area Got Ahead Of The COVID-19 Crisis

By Angela Hart and Anna Maria Barry-Jester April 21, 2020 KFF Health News Original

An early morning text. A lawyer-filled meeting on a Sunday afternoon. Emotional journal entries. And, ultimately, action. In the 24 hours before San Francisco Bay Area public health officials issued the country’s first stay-at-home order, they debated how to tackle the alarming rise in COVID-19 infections. Their decision set the course for the nation.

First Covid-19 Vaccine Vial Used In The US Becomes A Museum Piece

March 10, 2021 Morning Briefing

The vial that was used on America’s first coronavirus vaccine recipient is now a historic artifact, property of the Smithsonian’s National Museum of American History. Meanwhile, studies say it’s safe to use a face mask during intense exercise, and other reports link steroid use to bodybuilder’s testicular damage.

‘We’re In A Race Against Time’ As Mutations On The Rise

January 19, 2021 Morning Briefing

B.1.1.7; B.1.351; P.1: While viruses commonly mutate, worried scientists rush to keep up with all of the emerging coronavirus variants — fearing one that could prove to be even deadlier.

California Takes Huge Step Back

December 8, 2020 Morning Briefing

For the first time, more than 10,000 people with coronavirus infections are hospitalized in California — quadruple the number from Halloween. Also, COVID news from other states.

Más de 5,000 centros de cirugía serán hospitales improvisados durante la crisis de COVID-19

By Liz Szabo and Cara Anthony March 30, 2020 KFF Health News Original

Esto le dará al país miles de camas hospitalarias y salas quirúrgicas adicionales, algunas de las cuales cuentan con respiradores o máquinas de anestesia que podrían ser reconvertidas en respiradores.

‘Assume You Were Exposed’: Holiday Infections To Accelerate The Surge

December 1, 2020 Morning Briefing

With the coronavirus pandemic already spiraling to near out of control, experts advise that Thanksgiving travelers and gatherers get tested about five days after potential exposure.

COVID Surge Hits Record Levels; Task Force Alarmed By ‘Deterioration’

October 23, 2020 Morning Briefing

On Thursday the U.S. hit an all-time daily high with over 77,000 new confirmed coronavirus cases, according to NBC News’ tally. And CNN obtained reports from the White House coronavirus task force that warn about the surge of cases and hospitalizations occurring in the Sun Belt and Midwest.

Trump Lost Election Because He Mishandled Pandemic, Report Finds

February 2, 2021 Morning Briefing

The 27-page report, written by the former president’s chief pollster, found that the coronavirus was the top issue among voters, and that Joe Biden won those voters by a nearly 3-to-1 margin. It’s unclear whether Donald Trump has read the report.

No Letup For Hospitals, Nurses

November 3, 2020 Morning Briefing

Health systems are scrambling to keep up with the coronavirus surge and to find enough nursing help, especially in rural areas and at small hospitals.

California Faces Dire Health Worker Shortage, Opens Field Hospitals

December 22, 2020 Morning Briefing

The coronavirus pandemic is worsening in California as well as most other parts of the U.S., with ICUs filling up, more and more kids contracting the virus and people with other conditions falling through the cracks.

How A Company Misappropriated Native American Culture To Sell Health Insurance

By Fred Schulte May 20, 2020 KFF Health News Original

Maine investigators find one patient’s saga with O’NA HealthCare offers a cautionary tale for anyone looking for cut-rate coverage online.

Testing, ICU Beds And Health Workers Are Once Again In Short Supply

November 13, 2020 Morning Briefing

Months into the pandemic, there are worries that the U.S. health care system still does not have the capacity to test and care for the latest flood of coronavirus patients.

How Do We Exit The Shutdown? Hire An Army Of Public Health Workers

By Anna Maria Barry-Jester April 13, 2020 KFF Health News Original

The pandemic has exposed massive cracks in the foundations of the U.S. public health system. Getting the country back to normal, experts say, will require a major investment in Public Health 101: training a corps of workers who can track people with the virus and prevent them from passing it to others.

Many State Leaders Balk At New Orders To Control Virus, While Pleading With Citizens To Do More

November 6, 2020 Morning Briefing

With coronavirus infections surging in at least 43 states, the state of the crisis is reported out of Utah, Iowa, Ohio, Minnesota, Idaho, Oklahoma and Kentucky.

Biden Pushing Congress To Kick Start Stimulus Negotiations

November 23, 2020 Morning Briefing

Fearing a looming “double-dip” recession next year, President-elect Joe Biden is pressing lawmakers to take up another coronavirus economic relief package.

HHS, CDC Chiefs Subpoenaed In House Probe Of White House Interference Charges

December 22, 2020 Morning Briefing

Citing evidence of “extensive and dangerous” political meddling into the CDC’s coronavirus policies by the Trump administration, House Democrats demand more documents from HHS Secretary Alex Azar and CDC Direct Robert Redfield.

Travelers From UK To US May Face New Rules Due To Virus Variant Worries

December 22, 2020 Morning Briefing

The Trump administration is considering requiring proof of a negative COVID-19 test for all passengers coming from the UK as the world contends with the last thing it needs: a mutation of the coronavirus that spreads even more easily.

Nearly 60% Of Covid Cases Transmitted By People Without Symptoms: CDC

January 8, 2021 Morning Briefing

A CDC model finds that 59% of coronavirus infections came from people experiencing no symptoms or who were pre-symptomatic. Authors say the analysis underscores the importance of taking precautions, even if you don’t feel ill.

FDA Finds Moderna Vaccine To Be Safe, Effective; Could Be Approved By Friday

December 15, 2020 Morning Briefing

In an important step toward emergency authorization, a report released ahead of a Thursday FDA advisory panel meeting shows that the agency’s review confirmed Moderna’s efficacy and safety data for its coronavirus vaccine.

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