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Biden To Sign 2 Executive Actions Related To Health Care
President Biden on Thursday is expected to sign two executive actions aimed at expanding access to health insurance and reproductive health care.
Trump Officials Call For States To Expand COVID-19 Vaccine Eligibility
Trump administration officials on Tuesday announced several changes to the rollout of the COVID-19 vaccine, including a call for states to open up eligibility to everyone age 65 and older.
Trump Administration Changes Course to Speed Up COVID-19 Vaccine Rollout
Three major changes are coming from the federal government, including new guidance to states urging them to allow anyone over 65 to get vaccinated.
Biden’s Plan To Release More Vaccine Is A Gamble. Is It Worth The Risk?
Experts argue that pushing out more COVID-19 vaccine doses to states sooner may be a good idea, even if it means there’s a chance some people’s second dose gets delayed.
Here’s How The U.S. Can Jump Start Its Sluggish COVID-19 Vaccine Rollout
With case and death counts still surging, the pressure is on to vaccinate as many people as possible. Here’s what it will take to get more Americans their shots, fast.
Federal Data Show Growing Hospital Staff Shortages Across The U.S.
The federal government released data showing that the number of hospitals with staffing shortages is rapidly increasing. NPR digs into what these data illuminate and what data might be kept hidden.
What Health Care Might Look Like Under A President Biden
NPR discusses how the Biden administration’s approach to health care would be different from President Trump’s.
What Biden’s Election Means For U.S. Health Care And Public Health
The Trump administration has been marked by a scaled-back federal investment and involvement in U.S. health care. Biden’s team has plans to change that — even if Republicans retain Senate control.
Comparing Biden’s And Trump’s Different Visions For Health Care
From Medicare to Obamacare to controlling drug costs, the candidates mostly differ in their approach to health care. Here’s a quick guide to their views and proposals.
Facing Many Unknowns, States Rush To Plan Distribution Of COVID-19 Vaccines
A vaccine will only work if a lot of people can get immunized. State health officials are working furiously to design outreach and distribution plans, with little clarity from the federal government.
