Today, Explained Covid is “over”
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May 11, 2023 
Keren Landman, Vox's in-house epidemiologist, shares her insights on the official end of the COVID-19 public health emergency in the U.S. She discusses the transition from federal support to insurance-based care, raising concerns about coverage gaps. The conversation delves into lessons learned from the pandemic response, spotlighting both successes and failures. Landman critiques past strategies and highlights the need for better communication in public health messaging as we prepare for future health crises.
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COVID Emergency Funding Ends
- The end of the COVID-19 public health emergency in the U.S. doesn't mean COVID is over.
- It signifies the end of federal funding, primarily due to Republican opposition in Congress.
Healthcare Costs Shift
- COVID testing, vaccination, and treatment costs will shift from the government to insurance companies.
- This means out-of-pocket expenses for the uninsured and state-by-state variations for Medicaid recipients.
Medicaid Renewal Changes
- The automatic Medicaid renewal implemented during COVID will expire.
- States will revert to annual re-approval, potentially creating coverage gaps and healthcare debt.