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October
23
The Weekly Gist: The Cats Versus Birds Edition
by Chas Roades and Lisa Bielamowicz MD
As the US enters a third wave of the pandemic, the FDA grants full approval of a COVID therapy for the first time. Meanwhile, a new survey suggests that Americans are growing more skeptical of a possible coronavirus vaccine.
Reading time: 10 minutes
October
09
The Weekly Gist: The “Who Was That Unmasked Man?” Edition
by Chas Roades and Lisa Bielamowicz MD
President Trump's recent illness spotlights the availability of new therapeutics to fight COVID-19, as the vaccine timeline lengthens. Meanwhile, Walmart takes a big step into the Medicare business.
Reading time: 10 minutes
September
18
The Weekly Gist: The Renegade Civics Lesson Edition
by Chas Roades and Lisa Bielamowicz MD
Concerns about political interference at the CDC mount, forcing officials to reverse controversial guidance on COVID testing. Meanwhile, HHS withdraws an unpopular change to Medicaid payment policies.
Reading time: 10 minutes
September
11
The Weekly Gist: The Christmas in Manila Edition
by Chas Roades and Lisa Bielamowicz MD
With US virus deaths now predicted to more than double by year's end, clinical trials of a leading vaccine candidate are put on hold, and leading drug developers pledge to prioritize safety and efficacy.
Reading time: 10 minutes
August
28
The Weekly Gist: The Great Worm Escape Edition
by Chas Roades and Lisa Bielamowicz MD
Testing and therapeutics controversies flared up at the CDC and FDA, as Republicans gathered for their convention. Meanwhile, a new rapid COVID test promised to provide a solution to the nation's testing woes.
Reading time: 10 minutes