COVID-19 Pandemic-Related Excess Mortality and Potential Years of Life Lost in the U.S. and Peer Countries
A new issue brief reviews excess death rates in the U.S. and peer countries by age groups to examine how…
Compared to Peer Countries, the U.S. Had the Highest Rate of Mortality Among People Under Age 65 and Potential Years of Life Lost in 2020 Due to the Pandemic
A new KFF issue brief examines 2020 data on excess mortality – the number of deaths above what is expected…
Key Questions About COVID-19 Vaccine Mandates
The extent to which states and/or employers might adopt COVID-19 vaccine mandates remains an open question but could affect the…
Understanding COVID-19 Vaccine Mandates | KFF
As the vaccine rollout continues across the country, a key question is whether and how far governments and employers can…
KHN and Guardian US Win Batten Medal for “Lost on the Frontline”
The News Leaders Association (NLA) awarded KFF’s Kaiser Health News (KHN) and Guardian US the 2021 Batten Medal for Coverage…
Vaccine Monitor: 6 in 10 Adults Have Either Gotten a COVID-19 Vaccine or Want To “as Soon as Possible;” “Wait and See” Group Continues To Shrink
The latest KFF COVID-19 Vaccine Monitor report finds enthusiasm for getting a COVID-19 vaccine continuing to grow, with roughly 6…
KFF COVID-19 Vaccine Monitor: March 2021
The KFF COVID-19 Vaccine Monitor is an ongoing research project tracking the public’s attitudes and experiences with COVID-19 vaccinations. Using…
Vaccination is Local: COVID-19 Vaccination Rates Vary by County and Key Characteristics
Introduction COVID-19 has disproportionately affected certain underserved and high-risk populations, including people of color, those with underlying health conditions, and…
New Analysis Indicates U.S. County Vaccination Rates Do Not Correspond to COVID-19 Impact Thus Far
An analysis of Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) COVID-19 vaccination data from 72% of all counties in the…
How the American Rescue Plan Act Affects Subsidies for Marketplace Shoppers and People Who Are Uninsured
The Affordable Care Act (ACA) has provided subsidized health insurance on HealthCare.gov and state-run Marketplaces since 2014, with about 9…