We check in on the latest state report cards on school districts from the state department of public instruction, with the help of an education policy expert. Then, a global health expert helps us understand the potential impact of Pfizer and Moderna making COVID-19 treatment more accessible for poorer countries.
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The state of Wisconsin schools
About 95 percent of Wisconsin school districts met or exceeded expectations in the 2020-2021 school year, according to new data from the Department of Public Instruction. We look at how the pandemic has — and hasn’t — affected schools in the state.
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What does COVID-19 care look like in poor countries?
Pfizer will make its antiviral Covid pill available to be manufactured and sold in nearly 100 poor countries that make up more than half the world’s population. And Moderna agreed to make its vaccine more accessible in poor countries. An expert explains healthcare access in poor countries.
Episode Credits
- Rob Ferrett Host
- Sarah Hopefl Technical Director
- Colleen Leahy Producer
- Pao Lor Guest
- Prashant Yadav Guest
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