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As COVID-19 Surges, California Overrides Limits on Nurse Workloads
Currently, four times as many Californians are testing positive for the coronavirus compared with the summer’s peak.
US Reaches Grim Milestone of 400K COVID Deaths Days Before Trump Leaves Office
Nearly 6 in 10 Americans give President Donald Trump a negative approval rating for his handling of the pandemic.
Michigan Ex-Governor Charged With “Willful Neglect” in Flint Water Scandal
Rep. Rashida Tlaib discusses how the scandal has been linked to widespread lead poisoning and at least 12 deaths.
The Trump Administration Promised States a Vaccine Reserve That Doesn’t Exist
Trump’s admin promised to send out stockpiled doses, but they’ve been shipping off the manufacturing line for weeks.
Polio Vaccine Inventor Jonas Salk’s Son Urges More Access to COVID Vaccination
The rollout of COVID vaccines has been slow, with many describing a vexing amount of red tape between them and the shot.
Chaotic Vaccine Rollout Leaves Seniors Frustrated and Confused
Many older adults don’t know where to turn for help to get reliable and up-to-date information about the vaccine.
Rep. Jayapal: Unmasked Republicans Made Capitol Breach a “Superspreader Event”
Several Republicans were offered masks, but refused them, while in close quarters during the breach by Trump supporters.
Trump Admin Approves Tennessee’s Plan to Slash Medicaid Amid Pandemic
Instead of the open-ended federal funding, Tennessee will instead get an annual block grant.
Spouses of Leaders Receive COVID Vaccine While the Vulnerable Wait
The early vaccinations of political spouses spurred outrage on social media.
COVID Has Underscored the Need for Safe Drinking Water. But Not Everyone Has It.
COVID can’t be transmitted through drinking water, but that doesn’t mean your tap water is safe.