Category: Policy

Black People Are Four Times More Likely To Die From Coronavirus, U.K. Statistics Show

The figures, even adjusted for socio-economic factors, show that black people are twice as likely to die a COVID-related death, suggesting that other “unexplained” factors are at play, the U.K.’s statistics agency said.

One Day After Reopening, Florida Hit A Single-Day Death Record High

The first time the state reported 100-plus coronavirus deaths in a day.

Report: Trump Administration Rejected CDC Guide For Reopening Restaurants, Public Places

The 17-page guide would “never see the light of day,” according to an unnamed CDC official.

Amid Pandemic, UnitedHealth Group Offers $1.5 Billion In Premium Credits To Enrollees

UnitedHealth Group is providing rebates and credits the company says are worth $1.5 billion to health plan members impacted by the Coronavirus strain COVID-19.

Amid Pandemic, UnitedHealth Group Offers $1.5 Billion In Premium Credits To Enrollees

UnitedHealth Group is providing rebates and credits the company says are worth $1.5 billion to health plan members impacted by the Coronavirus strain COVID-19.

It’s Not Hopeless: These Doctors Explain What COVID-19 Has In Common With Diseases We Know How To Manage

Though seemingly new to the general public, many facets of COVID-19 are not so unique.

Stocks Finish Negative After Oil Gives Up Gains

Stocks were down slightly after a mixed day of trading.

How Tourist Corridors May Reopen Europe For 2020 Summer Travel

“Tourist corridors” linking Europe’s summer holiday resorts least affected by the coronavirus pandemic, may help pave the way for a tourism comeback on the continent in time for summer travel. European tourism ministers are pondering the measure, with …

Obama’s EPA Chief Speaks Out: “Trump’s EPA Is Making Covid-19 More Deadly”

“We must demand that our elected leaders put people, not polluters, first.” And the EPA has a crucial role to play in fulfilling that demand.

Federal Vaccine Official Alleges Cronyism, Says Ousted For Raising Concerns Over Coronavirus Response

Rick Bright says in whistleblower complaint that his concerns over preparedness for the pandemic were ignored and contracts were awarded based on ‘political favoritism.’