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Record Number Of Coronavirus Cases Is A Result Of States Reopening Too Soon, Health Experts Say

July 6, 2020 Morning Briefing

States like Texas, Arizona, Florida and Georgia, which were the first to lift restrictions put in place to curb the disease’s spread, continue to report daily increases of confirmed COVID-19 cases. The U.S. death toll is nearing 130,000.

Key Day In Stimulus Talks As Democrats Await GOP Proposal

September 30, 2020 Morning Briefing

Today’s negotiations and actions could determine if there is any hope of a coronavirus relief bill passing before Election Day. Meanwhile, Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer makes a rare move to pressure Republicans on preexisting conditions protections and pharmaceutical executives are scheduled to testify before a House panel.

Girl, 9, Is Youngest To Die Of COVID In Fla., Didn’t Have Underlying Illness

July 24, 2020 Morning Briefing

In other public health news related to the coronavirus: chronic health risk for U.S. adults; safety at the library; how to skip your friend’s party; and the Virginia state fair.

Slow Progress Claimed On Stimulus Bill While Trump Floats Executive Orders

August 4, 2020 Morning Briefing

President Donald Trump singled out evictions and payroll taxes as areas where he may attempt to take action, as a legislative deal on the next round of coronavirus relief is unlikely to be struck this week.

In Fla., Case Counts Mount; Gov. DeSantis In The Hot Seat

June 29, 2020 Morning Briefing

The recent surge is triggering concern among the state’s tourism workers, who worry whether the increase in coronavirus will undermine the state’s ability to attract visitors.

Administration Considers Collecting Contact Info On Incoming Travelers

August 28, 2020 Morning Briefing

Under the proposal, anyone coming into the country — including Americans — would hand over phone numbers and email addresses for possible contact tracing, NBC is reporting. Also in the news, Senate Democrats raise concerns about coronavirus spread in the military.

Poll: 35% Of Americans Won’t Get COVID Vaccine

August 17, 2020 Morning Briefing

Hopes for defeating the coronavirus are pinned to an eventual vaccine, yet only 60% of Americans polled say they will get inoculated. Other vaccine news reports on “challenge” trials, more safety concerns and other development pipeline news.

A Vaccine People Already Get May Help Prevent COVID, Too

November 23, 2020 Morning Briefing

A small study found low death rates in coronavirus patients with high MMR (measles, mumps and rubella) vaccination rates. Older adults—including virtually all people born before 1957—likely have MMR antibodies already, but they may have waned over time. “Based upon our study, it would be prudent to vaccinate those over 40,” co-author David Hurley said.

A Look At What Medicare Covers In Terms Of Coronavirus Treatment

March 25, 2020 Morning Briefing

Medicare beneficiaries are some of the Americans with the highest-risk of needing coronavirus treatment.

Surgeon General: ‘Together We Can Turn This Thing Around In Just Two To Three Weeks’

July 13, 2020 Morning Briefing

In a rosy prediction, Surgeon General Jerome Adams says that the country can reverse the current rapid escalation in coronavirus cases if all Americans follow social-distancing guidelines.

Older People Refusing To Take COVID Precautions, ‘Troubling’ Study Finds

July 7, 2020 Morning Briefing

Many seniors are having difficulty adjusting to their “new normal.” Meanwhile, some adults have moved to a new home to reduce their risk of catching the coronavirus or to be closer to family.

AstraZeneca’s Vaccine Trial Paused After Suspected Adverse Reaction

September 9, 2020 Morning Briefing

Late-stage trials of one of the front-running coronavirus vaccine candidates are on hold after a serious illness from one participant, Stat first reported. AstraZeneca said the “standard review process triggered a pause to vaccination to allow review of safety data.”

Russia Behind COVID Disinformation Campaign, US Intel Finds

July 29, 2020 Morning Briefing

The AP and New York Times report that Russian military operatives are using English-language websites to spread false information about the coronavirus outbreak to Western audiences, according to newly declassified intelligence .

Trump Campaign Feeling Better About President’s Handling Of Crisis

August 14, 2020 Morning Briefing

Political aides were nervous that President Donald Trump’s response to the coronavirus threatened his re-election chances. Now they are more optimistic. And the candidate says he will deliver his acceptance speech from the White House.

Different Takes: Reopening The Economy Must Not Involve A Fight Over Leadership That Confuses Americans; Lessons On Planning How To Return To Work When There’s No Cure

April 14, 2020 Morning Briefing

Opinion writers weigh in on these coronavirus crisis issues and others.

More Testing Challenges Come With Surges In COVID Cases

July 6, 2020 Morning Briefing

As the U.S. works to get a handle on coronavirus testing, some health officials see pooled testing as an approach that could prove helpful. But what does that mean?

Republicans’ 336 Delegates Enter Convention Semi-Bubble

August 24, 2020 Morning Briefing

Testing, temperature checks and digital tracking tools are in use at the Republican National Convention physical site in Charlotte, North Carolina, to try to control coronavirus spread. President Donald Trump will make his case for reelection virtually, due to the pandemic.

COVID’s Long-Term Impact Includes Heart Damage, Lingering Symptoms

July 28, 2020 Morning Briefing

As scientists work to discover the effects coronavirus has on the human body, new research finds alarming heart damage. Another study shows that 1 in 5 people exhibit longer-term symptoms.

Trump Abandons Rosy Forecast: Pandemic To ‘Get Worse Before It Gets Better’

July 22, 2020 Morning Briefing

In the first briefing of the White House coronavirus task force since April, President Donald Trump warned the nation about the state of the pandemic. He also told Americans to, “get a mask.”

Dogs Sniff Out Virus In Small Study

July 27, 2020 Morning Briefing

Scientists train dogs to sniff out the coronavirus. (But to what end?) Other news stories summarizes new research on COVID-19 and its prevention as well as reports on Alzheimer’s and gene therapy research.

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