Thread by @ASlavitt

BREAKING: @USofCare releases next step policy recommendations to meet the challenge of COVID-19.

unitedstatesofcare.org/wp-content/upl…

We start our work differently than you might expect. We start with what Americans want to make it through this crisis successfully.
-information to stay healthy
-resourced health care system
-dependable support
-protection for most at-risk

1- A path to safety with accurate information, resources & recommendations

-Comprehensive testing & ability to contain new outbreaks
-Transparent reporting of the virus, who it impacts, and status of therapies, immunizations, and vaccines

2- Resources for the health care system:

-Expanded payment to front line health care workers
-Full PPE
-Funding of mental health, social services, primary care, community health centers
-Accessible telemedicine
-Resources for non-COVID care

3- Health & financial support for all Americans

-Incentives for Medicaid expansion
-ACA enrollment Access with higher subsidies
-Institute grace periods
-Require COVID-19 costs

4- Care for the most at risk
-Community grants
-People w disabilities
-Nursing homes
-Justice system
-Homeless
-Safety net
-Voting protection