Population Health
Telehealth Connection TV: The senator from Virginia, a longtime telehealth advocate, says it will take a "sizable federal commitment" to get Americans connected.
Eligible households can receive a $50 monthly reduction on internet service bills, along with up to $100 to purchase a laptop, desktop or tablet.
The White House expects the move will create jobs that will support vaccinations, testing, contact tracing and community outreach.
Regulations allowing nonhospital space to be used for patient care during the COVID-19 emergency gave rise to hospital care in the home setting.
Included is post-discharge meal delivery, transportation and up to six hours of in-home personal care.
Four patients remained hospitalized as of Wednesday, with one in intensive care, and three patients have died.
COVID-19 has highlighted a need to build a more equitable system for maternal health, says Dr. Deborah Maufi, chief medical officer at Babymoon Care.
The funds will be used to provide services and emergency supplies, such as diapers, food, water and hand sanitizer.
This is the first vaccine to be approved in this age group.
Effective Thursday, the national average payment rate increased from $310 to $450 for most healthcare settings.