The coronavirus was a critical theme throughout the evening.
Category: KHN & PolitiFact HealthCheck
GOP Senate Ad Misrepresents Mont. Governor’s Stance on Rural Hospitals, Public Option
The race between Steve Bullock and Steve Daines reflects a trend in campaigns nationwide. Republicans often paint Democrats as left of the general public and health care has often been one of the issues the GOP highlights in that effort. In this case, the National Republican Senatorial Committee is leaping to conclusions with its claims.
Could Labs That Test Livestock Ease COVID Testing Backlog for People? Well … Maybe.
Experts say aid from certain veterinary labs could relieve some of the pressure on commercial and hospital-based labs to lessen the current delays in COVID-19 testing and results, but it is unlikely to be a game changer.
Don’t Fall for This Video: Hydroxychloroquine Is Not a COVID-19 Cure
This statement is taken from a video in which a group of doctors air unproven conspiracy theories about the coronavirus. Dr. Immanuel’s claims were among the most inaccurate. And, before it was removed from social media platforms, thee video was viewed millions of times. President Donald Trump retweeted it.
Biden Is Right. Pay for Home Health Workers Is Paltry.
These workers rely on public assistance — and, sometimes, a side gig to get by.
Social Media Image About Mask Efficacy Right In Sentiment, But Percentages Are ‘Bonkers’
Skip the numbers. Focus on the mask.
In Arizona Race, McSally Makes Health Care Pledge At Odds With Track Record
The use of the word “always” makes this claim a stretch.
Trump’s Take On COVID Testing Misses Public Health Realities
Experts used terms like “misleading” and “counterproductive” to describe the president’s words.
Barr Says Police Didn’t Use Chemical Irritants To Clear Area By DC Church. They Did.
The attorney general’s assertion is directly at odds with the description of pepper balls offered by the manufacturer.
Democratic Super PAC Uses Familiar Political Play To Hit Trump On Medicare
This is a tactic that we’ve seen before.
