The state that spurred the overturning of abortion rights is among 17 that have not adopted a new option to extend new mothers’ Medicaid coverage for a year.
Author: Sheryl Gay Stolberg
Biden Rule Would Strengthen Health Protections for Gay and Transgender People
The proposed rule would prohibit discrimination on the basis of sexual orientation and gender identity by health care providers that receive federal funding.
Fauci Says He Will ‘Almost Certainly’ Retire by 2025
Dr. Anthony S. Fauci, 81, said he expected to see out President Biden’s current term.
White House to Warn Covid Not Over as BA.5 Subvariant Spreads
BA.5 is now dominant in the United States, and the White House, which has been watching it march across Europe and South Africa, is scheduled to outline its strategy against it.
Fauci, Recovering From ‘Rebound’ of Covid, Praises Paxlovid
Dr. Anthony Fauci, President Biden’s top pandemic adviser, sought to discourage doubts about the antiviral drug Paxlovid following what appeared to be a “rebound” of Covid-19 after taking the pills.
As Republicans push back on aid for vaccines, congressional Democrats point fingers over the next steps.
After a deal was seemingly struck in March, Congress has not agreed on where the money will come from or who will move next.
For Gun Violence Researchers, Bipartisan Bill Is a ‘Glass Half Full’
About two dozen American researchers focus exclusively on how to prevent gun violence. They have waged an often-frustrating battle to translate their findings into public policy.
White House Official Says He’s Still Optimistic About Covid Aid Despite G.O.P. Objections
Billions of dollars in new emergency aid to fight Covid have been stalled in Congress, and Republicans on Capitol Hill have made clear the aid package is all but dead.
Expert Panel to Call for Overhaul of U.S. Public Health System
The panel will recommend that a new federal position be created to oversee public health.
Republican Senators Accuse White House of Dissembling on Covid Aid
White House officials said recently they would repurpose $10 billion in federal funds meant for virus testing and protective gear and instead spend the money on antiviral drugs and vaccines.