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More Athletes Test Positive; Cruise Canceled

August 7, 2020 Morning Briefing

But Marlins players are back and the games resume. In other news about recreation, an Alaska cruise was canceled because someone tested positive for coronavirus.

Several Maine Hospitals Cited For COVID Violations

November 10, 2020 Morning Briefing

Employees at a handful of hospitals didn’t wear face coverings or eye protection, according to regulators who visited the hospitals between June and September, the Bangor Daily News reports. One of the hospitals cited, Waldo County General Hospital in Belfast, is currently coping with a coronavirus outbreak among staffers.

Treating COVID With Steroids Cuts Deaths Of Hospitalized Patients

September 3, 2020 Morning Briefing

The World Health Organization calls for corticosteroids — which are inexpensive and easily accessible — to become the new standard for coronavirus care based on the evidence of its lifesaving benefit in a series of clinical trials.

When It Comes To Coronavirus, The U.S. Leads The World … But Not In A Good Way

July 9, 2020 Morning Briefing

The United States is in first place in the number of COVID-19 deaths and cases, but Secretary of State Mike Pompeo maintains the U.S. is also leading in terms of its response. His position highlights the tensions between some administration officials — including the president — and public health experts.

Texas, Other States Halt Reopening As Coronavirus Cases Soar

June 26, 2020 Morning Briefing

Oregon, Nevada, Kansas, Louisiana, North Carolina, New Mexico and other states also reconsider their plans.

Out Of Clorox Wipes? You’ll Likely Have To Wait Until 2021 To Buy More

August 5, 2020 Morning Briefing

Also: Bill Nye the Science Guy scolds young people for partying; how the coronavirus is affecting communities across the United States; and more.

Five Years Later, HIV-Hit Town Rebounds. But The Nation Is Slow To Heed Lessons.

By Laura Ungar February 19, 2020 KFF Health News Original

In February 2015, an unprecedented HIV outbreak fueled by intravenous drug use hit the small city of Austin, Indiana. Under pressure, then-Gov. Mike Pence reluctantly allowed a syringe exchange. Five years later, HIV is undetectable in most of the outbreak patients. Still, the lessons haven’t been learned nationwide. Fewer than a third of the 220 counties deemed by the federal government as vulnerable to similar outbreaks have active syringe-exchange programs.

Pregnant Women At Higher Risk Of Severe COVID Illness, Death

November 3, 2020 Morning Briefing

The CDC research indicates that Black, Hispanic and Asian women face higher risk than White women. Yet the risk overall for pregnant women remains small. Other research news on the coronavirus touches on the FDA’s vaccine effectiveness cutoff; rapid testing; immunity; face masks; and more.

AstraZeneca, Moderna Hit Speed Bumps In Vaccine Race; Pfizer Watched Closely

October 1, 2020 Morning Briefing

News outlets report the latest on rapid coronavirus vaccine development efforts by pharmaceutical companies that could secure U.S. emergency use approval, and the push from President Donald Trump to reach that goal before Election Day.

McConnell Signals Senate Interest In Fifth Coronavirus Relief Bill

July 7, 2020 Morning Briefing

Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell hinted that such a package could include provisions such as direct stimulus payments to Americans as well as liability protections for businesses.

At Risk: The Coronavirus Relief Money Belonging To Vulnerable Nursing Home Residents?

July 6, 2020 Morning Briefing

“We just don’t know,” says an advocate for elder issues. With outside visits prohibited or restricted, concerns center on potential pressure from nursing home facilities or family members to hand over the $1,200 stimulus funds. Other news from nursing home facilities in Massachusetts, Rhode Island, Montana and Texas is also reported.

What’s Safe And What’s Not: Trying To Handicap Risks During The Coronavirus Era

July 6, 2020 Morning Briefing

Is it safe to go to bars, restaurants or — wait for it — casinos? What about protests? Are there risks — especially for seniors — in going to the doctor or dentist? What about the gym? And what happens during fire season? A range of articles attempt to explore these issues, as well as the changes COVID might bring to Americans’ personal and professional lives.

After Short-Lived Dip, COVID Cases Ticking Up Again In 22 States

September 25, 2020 Morning Briefing

As the latest infection trends point toward yet another surge, the U.S. passes 7 million confirmed coronavirus cases. The spike worries public health experts as the nation heads toward flu season and the holidays.

Stimulus Stalemate: Hope Fades For Quick Aid Deal As Talks Pick Back Up

August 3, 2020 Morning Briefing

The White House and congressional Democrats remain far apart on measures that should be included in the next round of coronavirus relief legislation as negotiations resume.

CDC Alerts States To Start Preparing For Vaccine Rollout As Soon As Late October

September 3, 2020 Morning Briefing

In an urgent letter to governors, CDC Director Robert Redfield told state officials to fast track the “massive” preparations required to set up distribution sites and plans if a coronavirus vaccine is approved.

Next Round Of Pfizer Doses Won’t Free Up Until Summer; Did White House Turn Down Chance For More?

December 8, 2020 Morning Briefing

The Trump administration officials deny a New York Times report that they passed up on an offer from Pfizer to secure additional doses of its coronavirus vaccine when buying an initial batch of 100 million. Meanwhile, Pfizer tells the U.S. government that more vaccine won’t be available until June or July because of contract obligations to other nations.

Biden Calls On Congress To Pass Stimulus Bill Ahead Of ‘Dark Winter’

November 17, 2020 Morning Briefing

Both sides need to get together on the long-stalled coronavirus relief legislation, President-elect Joe Biden said: “Refusal of Democrats, Republicans to cooperate with one another is not due to some mysterious force beyond our control. It’s a conscious decision.” Biden also reinforced CDC guidance on Thanksgiving gatherings.

Hackers Targeting Coronavirus Research On Vaccines And Treatments, Justice Department Warns

June 18, 2020 Morning Briefing

“We’ve seen cyberattacks on health care, pharmaceutical and research organizations in order to steal valuable research on coronavirus vaccines and treatments,” says Department of Justice criminal division chief Brian Benczkowski. Federal prosecutors also say they are investigating false statements made by applicants seeking pandemic relief loans. Other health IT news also reports on telehealth and electronic records.

COVID On Campus: Chaos

August 27, 2020 Morning Briefing

To no one’s surprise, the coronavirus is racing through colleges that called students back to campus. Some schools suspend party goers. At other universities, students take matters into their own hands.

White House Task Force Directed CDC To Weaken COVID Testing Guidelines

August 27, 2020 Morning Briefing

The reason behind the CDC’s sudden change to its recommendations as to who should get a coronavirus test has set off a new flap over the Trump administration’s handling of the pandemic.

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