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Congress Weighs Emergency Zika Funding

Oncoming summer weather is expected to increase the incidence of the Zika virus in the United States. That’s the mosquito-borne disease that can produce severe birth defects. The White House is fighting with both houses of Congress over how much should be spent on research and prevention.

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By Warren Olney • May 17, 2016 • 6m Listen

Oncoming summer weather is expected to increase the incidence of the Zika virus in the United States. That’s the mosquito-borne disease that can produce severe birth defects. The White House is fighting with both houses of Congress over how much should be spent on research and prevention. Stephanie Armour covers healthcare policy for the Wall Street Journal.

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    Warren Olney

    former KCRW broadcaster

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    Stephanie Armour

    Wall Street Journal

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