Public Health
Impact of USAID Cuts on U.S. Response to Ebola Outbreak
Background of USAID’s Role in Ebola Response Until recently, the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) played a crucial role in managing Ebola outbreaks. Traditionally, it was part of a reliable system for combating the
EPA Soil Tests Raise Questions After Eaton Fire Cleanup
After examining soil at approximately 1% of homes affected by the Eaton Fire, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) reported that most properties cleared by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers do not exhibit hazardous
Impact of Expired Pandemic Subsidies on ACA Premiums
Last fall, Congress was in deliberation over the continuation of pandemic-era subsidies for beneficiaries of the Affordable Care Act (ACA). Supporters cautioned against letting these subsidies expire, warning of the potential ramifications. Their concerns have
Trump Administration Dismisses Health Group Leaders
The Trump administration has dismissed the two leaders of a significant health group responsible for determining when insurance must cover free preventive services such as mammograms and colonoscopies. Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. informed
CDC Issues Quarantine Orders for Cruise Ship Passengers Amid Hantavirus Concerns
In Omaha, Nebraska, U.S. health officials have issued quarantine orders for two passengers from a cruise ship involved in a hantavirus outbreak. These passengers are currently being treated in a Nebraska hospital. The quarantine orders
Senator Criticizes California’s Medi-Cal Spending Practices
Senator John Kennedy from Louisiana voiced strong criticisms against California’s Medicaid program, Medi-Cal. The Trump administration is scrutinizing the program for alleged fraud. Kennedy highlighted reports that Medi-Cal covers exorcisms and faith-based healing practices during
Bundibugyo Virus Outbreak Complicates Efforts in Congo
The outbreak of a virus in Congo suspected of causing over 130 deaths poses unique challenges. Unlike more common Ebola-causing viruses, there are no specific treatments or vaccines for this virus. Dr. Celine Gounder, an