Workforce
Even Bivalent Updated COVID-19 Boosters Struggle to Prevent Omicron Subvariant Transmission – An Immunologist Discusses Why New Approaches Are Necessary
The new bivalent boosters against COVID-19 have failed to halt omicron infections. However, new technologies are being developed that pave a way forward.
Management
Couch, Private Meeting Booth or Desk? Feds Can Come Try Out New Office Digs in D.C.
This is part of GSA’s “workplace 2030” initiative as federal agencies work on their post-pandemic plans.
Workforce
To Mask or Not to Mask? CDC's Mixed Messages During the Pandemic
GovExec Daily staff examines the pandemic response from the most-visible federal health agency.
Management
Coronavirus Roundup: Two Years of the Biden Administration
There's a lot to keep track of. Here’s this week's list of news updates and stories you may have missed.
Oversight
COVID-19 and How the CDC Can Change Before the Next Pandemic
Courtney Bublé joins the podcast to discuss a new report with recommendations.
Management
Report: The CDC is in ‘Peril,’ But Here’s How to Fix it
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention should rethink its D.C. presence and reform hiring, the report suggests.
Management
Coronavirus Roundup: House Republicans Take Aim At COVID Policies
There's a lot to keep track of. Here’s a list of this week’s news updates and stories you may have missed.
Breaking News
Defense
Pentagon Rescinds COVID-Vaccine Mandate
The move was required by the 2023 defense policy bill. Troops who were ejected for refusing the vaccine may petition for a change in their discharge status.
Management
Coronavirus Roundup: A New Year Brings New Priorities, Including Another COVID Oversight Panel
There's a lot to keep track of. Here’s this week's list of news updates and stories you may have missed.
Management
Long COVID Stemmed from Mild Cases of COVID-19 in Most People, According to a New Multicountry Study
While there are still far more questions than answers about long COVID-19, researchers are beginning to get a clearer picture of the health and economic consequences of the condition.
Defense
Pentagon Scrambles to Prep New COVID Rules as Vaccine Mandate Nears End
Vaccine-refusal separations are on hold as DOD develops “further guidance.”
Management
The D.C. Mayor Wants ‘Decisive Action’ on the Federal Government’s Return to Office Plans
There has been movement to get some employees back in person and assess real estate needs, but the mayor would like more specifics.
Oversight
House Republicans are Ready for More (And Different) COVID Oversight
They’re looking to maintain a panel investigating the response to the COVID-19 pandemic, but its mission will be different from that of the previous session of Congress.
Oversight
CDC Wants Real-time Data on COVID, Flu Vaccine Effectiveness
The public health agency aims to increase its use of real-time data to track the effectiveness of respiratory vaccines and is looking for possible vendor solutions.
Management
Fauci: Federal Service is 'Something That all Government Workers Should Be Proud Of'
As Dr. Anthony Fauci leaves government service, the podcast and Fauci himself look back on his legacy.
Management
The Year in Review: The Federal Government’s Response to the Pandemic
A look back at some of the biggest stories of the year, and a look ahead for 2023.
Workforce
GovExec Daily: 2022 In Review
Tom Shoop joins the podcast to discuss the biggest stories of the year.
Management
Coronavirus Roundup: Omnibus Updates and Post-Pandemic Challenges for DOJ
There's a lot to keep track of. Here’s this week's list of news updates and stories you may have missed.
Management
Holiday Activity Likely Caused a Spike in COVID-19 Infections
Travel and gatherings during Thanksgiving, plus the possible lack of at-home tests, may be responsible for a large increase in COVID-19 infections, according to a public-health researcher.
Oversight