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10 Worst State COVID-19 Death Rates, From a Leaked Government Report
By Allison BellAn advocacy group posts the closely held 50-state version of a recent White House Coronavirus Task Force report.
December 03, 2020
Regulator Sees COVID-19 Hurting Long-Term Care Insurance IssuersLow interest rates probably will hurt more than any drop in claims will help, says Minnesota regulator Fred Andersen.
December 03, 2020
How Nursing Home Mortality Rate From COVID-19 Varies in 50 StatesIn six states, in one week, the pandemic killed more than 1 in 200 residents.
December 02, 2020
COVID-19's Dramatic Death Rate Rise IllustratedWhite House advisors say those over 65 should avoid indoor public spaces with unmasked people.
December 02, 2020
Supreme Court Hears Arguments in Captive Insurer CaseThe outcome could affect how the IRS sets rules.
December 02, 2020
Web Brokers Might Get to Run Some States' ACA Exchange EnrollmentThe proposal is in draft regulations that would apply to 2022 coverage.
December 02, 2020
5 Metro Areas Where Adult Vaccination Rates Look LowOne hint about what a COVID-19 vaccination effort might look like is reviewing U.S. communities' low flu and pneumonia vaccination rates.
December 01, 2020
11 Worst States for COVID-19's Impact on HospitalsIn these states, the pandemic is filling 18% or more of all inpatient hospital beds.