The week in healthcare reform
Our Weekly News Roundup brings you snippets of news and brief commentary on topics related to America’s failing healthcare system, with a special focus on Medicare for All and California.
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“…the most vulnerable Americans died in the first wave….”
Drop in Flu Deaths May Indicate That Most At Risk Died from COVID-19
New York Post | Melanie Gray | October 24, 2020
“…the most populous state in the country is once again being touted as a success story.”
How California Turned the Corner on COVID-19
The Hill | Nathaniel Weixel | October 24, 2020
“Before I got diagnosed, I would have never thought about healthcare or drug prices, as a voting issue….”
‘The System Is Broken’: Americans Cast Their Vote for Better Healthcare
The Guardian | Jessica Glenza | October 26, 2020
Republicans are “hoping third time’s a charm….”
Amy Coney Barrett’s First Case Could Decimate the ACA
The Cut | Angelina Chapin | October 26, 2020
“Several big private insurers are pulling back some of their coverage of telehealth for non-COVID issues.”
Opinion: Your Health Insurance May Not Cover Your Next Virtual Doctor’s Visit
MarketWatch | Jennifer A. Mallow and Steve Davis | October 27, 2020
“Their downside is covered by taxpayers, and their upside is already in their pockets.”
Inside Operation Warp Speed’s $18 Billion Sprint for a Vaccine
Bloomberg | Stephanie Baker and Cynthia Koons | October 29, 2020
Who lost their health insurance? 33% of Gen Z, 29% of Millennials, 12% of Baby Boomers
Younger Americans are More Likely to Lose Their Health Insurance During the Pandemic
CNBC | Megan Leonhardt | October 28, 2020
“Thursday’s average marks an 82.68% increase in new cases over the last month….”
CNN | Susannah Cullinane | October 30, 2020
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