Lara Logan travels to Liberia to report on Americans working on the frontline of the Ebola outbreak
Lara Logan travels to Liberia to report on Americans working on the frontline of the Ebola outbreak.
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Researchers at UC Berkeley are exploring how robots could be used to combat Ebola
Researchers at UC Berkeley are exploring how robots could be used to combat Ebola. For example, a robot could decontaminate a room or help a doctor diagnose the disease remotely. CNET's Kara Tsuboi reports.
Lara Logan goes inside another treatment center in Liberia that has successfully prevented health care workers from catching the virus
A new American-built health care center will soon open in Monrovia, Liberia. On assignment for "60 Mintues," Lara Logan goes inside another treatment center in Liberia that has successfully prevented health care workers from catching the virus.
Davis Perkins of California packs up for a six-week trip to Liberia.
A firefighting smoke jumper and paramedic who's volunteered in a host of dangerous countries, Davis Perkins of San Rafael, Calif., is now packing for a six-week trip to Liberia to help Ebola patients. Mike Sugerman of KPIX has his story.
Increasing safe burial practices is will help limit the spread of the disease, says U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations Samantha Power
Increasing safe burial practices is will help limit the spread of the disease, says U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations Samantha Power.
Nina Pham, who contracted the Ebola virus after treating patient Thomas Eric Duncan, who died of the virus, reunited with her dog Bentley in Dallas
Nina Pham, who contracted the Ebola virus after treating patient Thomas Eric Duncan, who died of the virus, reunited with her dog Bentley in Dallas. The dog had been placed in quarantine for 21 days over fears that he too would develop the virus.
The fear of the Ebola virus is leading to prejudice and stigma of the West African community in the United States
The fear of the Ebola virus is leading to prejudice and stigma of the West African community in the United States. No one in Staten Island, New York has the disease. But that hasn't stopped the slurs against the West Africans there. Jericka Duncan reports.
A nurse who defied orders to stay at home was freed of her Ebola quarantine by a judge
A nurse who defied orders to stay at home was freed of her Ebola quarantine by a judge. Kaci Hickox returned from Sierra Leone and was told to quarantine herself for 21 days because she had been caring for patients with Ebola. Vinita Nair reports.
The U.S. military is defending its decision on a three-week Ebola quarantine for troops returning from West Africa
The U.S. military is defending its decision on a three-week Ebola quarantine for troops returning from West Africa. Charlie Rose reports.
olice quickly followed the couple and Hickox returned to her home
Nurse Kaci Hickox who treated Ebola patients in West Africa broke a quarantine order Thursday morning by going on a bike ride with her boyfriend. Police quickly followed the couple and Hickox returned to her home.
Don Dahler was the first person to speak with Ryan Boyko following his quarantine.
A Yale graduate student is free from quarantine this morning after Connecticut officials feared he may have contracted Ebola. Ryan Boyko returned from West Africa earlier this month and tested negative for the vius, but the state's health department ordered him to remain in quarantine at his home. Don Dahler was the first person to speak with Boyko following his quarantine's termination.
A nurse in Maine and a medical worker in Connecticut say the enforced Ebola quarantines make them feel like criminals
A nurse in Maine and a medical worker in Connecticut say the enforced Ebola quarantines make them feel like criminals. The chaos between federal and state mandates continues as California became latest state to require a 21-day quarantine for some travelers. Michelle Miller reports.
The New Jersey governor told a quarantined nurse to "get in line" with her potential lawsuit.
Gov. Chris Christie, R-N.J., told a quarantined nurse to "get in line" with her potential lawsuit.
Amber Vinson, the second Dallas nurse infected with Ebola, left an Atlanta hospital Tuesday and thanked her care team for treating her back to health
Amber Vinson, the second Dallas nurse infected with Ebola, left an Atlanta hospital Tuesday and thanked her care team for treating her back to health. Meanwhile, nurse Kaci Hickox who spent days in an isolation tent in New Jersey with no signs of Ebola, now plans to defy requests by Maine officials to be in quarantine for 21 days. Gayle King reports.
Most Americans think the U.S. government should quarantine all U.S. citizens returning from West Africa, according to a new CBS News poll
Most Americans think the U.S. government should quarantine all U.S. citizens returning from West Africa, according to a new CBS News poll. Meanwhile, public officials are facing tough questions about new Ebola guidelines. Major Garrett reports.
Pres. Obama to deliver another Ebola update
Dr. Celine Gounder, Infectious Diseases and Public Health Specialist, discusses Pres. Obama's position on controlling Ebola in the U.S.
President Obama struggled to explain why the federal government, states and the military are treating Americans returning from Ebola stricken countries differently
President Obama struggled to explain why the federal government, states and the military are treating Americans returning from Ebola stricken countries differently. He supports new CDC guidelines that do not require a 21-day quarantine for someone without Ebola symptoms; but states are free to implement tighter restrictions. Major Garrett reports.
Addressing recent mandatory quarantines on health care workers returning from West Africa, the president said the nation needs to support their efforts to fight Ebola
Addressing recent mandatory quarantines on health care workers returning from West Africa, the president said the nation needs to support their efforts to fight Ebola.
Community leaders are calling for more protections after two brothers from Senegal were allegedly bullied and beaten at their new school over Ebola outbreak
Community leaders are calling for more protections after two brothers from Senegal were allegedly bullied and beaten at their new school in the Bronx in the wake of the Ebola outbreak. WCBS' Trace Carrasco reports.
Meanwhile, a 5-year-old boy tested negative for the virus in a New York hospital
In response to growing criticism, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention released new guidelines for states to deal with people entering the U.S. from Ebola-stricken countries. Meanwhile, a 5-year-old boy tested negative for the virus in a New York hospital. Jericka Duncan reports from New York.
While on the campaign trail, New Jersey governor Chris Christie defended his quarantine policy for medical workers returning from West Africa
While on the campaign trail, New Jersey governor Chris Christie defended his quarantine policy for medical workers returning from West Africa as other politicians chime in with their policies, all differing from the CDC's. Chip Reid reports.
CBS News legal analyst Rikki Klieman joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss the legality of these measures
The Obama administration has voiced concerns over new Ebola quarantines policy in some states. New Jersey, New York, Florida and Illinois are telling medical workers returning from West Africa to stay isolated for 21 days. Health officials call the move ineffective. CBS News legal analyst Rikki Klieman joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss the legality of these measures.
Four nurses who risked their lives to save America's first Ebola patient told their story on "60 Minutes"
Four nurses who risked their lives to save America's first Ebola patient told their story on "60 Minutes." "CBS This Morning" has extra material on how treating the Ebola patients has affected their daily lives. Scott Pelley reports.
Dr. Craig Spencer, New York's first Ebola patient, is in serious but stable condition at Bellevue Hospital
Dr. Craig Spencer, New York's first Ebola patient, is in serious but stable condition at Bellevue Hospital. Spencer received a plasma transfusion from Ebola survivor Nancy Writebol. Norah O'Donnell reports.
The governors of New York and New Jersey announced mandatory 21-day quarantines for medical workers returning from West Africa
The governors of New York and New Jersey announced mandatory 21-day quarantines for medical workers returning from West Africa. Critics of the plans say that they are not grounded in science, and the White House is pushing to have the quarantines lifted. Bill Plante reports from Washington.
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As more Americans embrace anxiety treatment, RFK Jr. derides medications
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How safe is America from polio?
After decades of American children routinely receiving polio vaccines, the virus that had doomed many to paralysis was nearly eliminated in the United States. But vaccine avoidance today may allow the crippling disease to return.
How safe is America from polio?
After decades of American children routinely receiving polio vaccines, the virus that had doomed many to paralysis was nearly eliminated in the United States. But vaccine avoidance today may allow the crippling disease to return. CBS News chief medical correspondent Dr. Jonathan LaPook talks with David Oshinsky, author of "Polio: An American Story," and with violin virtuoso Itzhak Perlman, who contracted polio as a child, about how parents opting out of vaccinations for their children could affect polio rates here.
Robots can help amid nursing home staffing crisis
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Cop's shortness of breath was the only sign of rare lung disorder
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Federal tax dollars subsidize health care plans in ways you may not realize
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NIH's Jay Bhattacharya will also serve as acting CDC director
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Moderna says FDA to review its flu vaccine after reversing course
With the reversal from the FDA, Moderna said it is aiming to make the vaccine available for the 2026-27 flu season.
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Fact checking Trump's 2026 State of the Union address
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4 people fatally stabbed outside home near Seattle, suspect shot dead by deputy
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4 military working dogs died due to "unsatisfactory" facilities, DoD watchdog finds
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Speaker Mike Johnson calls for "patience" on economy: "You don't flip a switch"
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College majors with the highest earnings potential and lowest jobless rates
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3 charts highlight the affordability issues Americans worry about most
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Consumer confidence rose in February as labor market outlook improves
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Novo Nordisk to slash Wegovy and Ozempic prices starting in 2027
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Fact checking Trump's 2026 State of the Union address
CBS News is fact checking President Trump's 2026 State of the Union address.
Judge blocks DOJ from searching Washington Post reporter's phone and laptop
A federal magistrate judge has blocked the DOJ from searching through a Washington Post reporter's devices after they were seized by the FBI last month, instead ruling that the court would conduct a search.
4 military working dogs died due to "unsatisfactory" facilities, DoD watchdog finds
The Pentagon inspector general recommended the military reduce the number of military working dogs until there are enough caretakers to provide all dogs with satisfactory care.
Kevin McCarthy: Gonzales should resign over alleged affair with late staffer
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Speaker Mike Johnson calls for "patience" on economy: "You don't flip a switch"
Hours before President Trump's State of the Union address, House Speaker Mike Johnson told CBS News the U.S. economy is on the right track — but inflation hasn't been "completely fixed yet."
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Novo Nordisk to slash Wegovy and Ozempic prices starting in 2027
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As more Americans embrace anxiety treatment, RFK Jr. derides medications
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How safe is America from polio?
After decades of American children routinely receiving polio vaccines, the virus that had doomed many to paralysis was nearly eliminated in the United States. But vaccine avoidance today may allow the crippling disease to return.
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Robots can help amid nursing home staffing crisis
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American Airlines plane from Miami found with apparent bullet hole in Colombia
The bullet was located in the right wing of a 737 MAX 8 aircraft that flew from Miami, Florida, to Medellín on Monday night as flight 923.
Photographer on capturing Jack Hughes' toothless grin after Olympic gold
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12th century Crusader sword discovered by student off coast of Israel
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Russell Brand pleads not guilty to new rape and sexual assault charges
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France to punish U.S. ambassador after "surprise" no-show to diplomatic meeting
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Jeff Probst previews "Survivor"
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Neve Campbell on return to "Scream" franchise
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Oprah reveals "Kin" as new book club pick
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Extended interview: Madison Beer
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Nick Reiner pleads not guilty to murder
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Hegseth gives AI access demand to Anthropic
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Hegseth demands full military access to Anthropic's AI model, sets deadline
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How AI powered robots are helping small farms
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AI-driven attacks are increasing, report says
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Teens use AI more frequently than parents know, survey finds
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What scientists will be looking for when government UFO files are released
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In a first, shark seen on camera in Antarctica waters, surprising researchers
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4 people fatally stabbed outside home near Seattle, suspect shot dead by deputy
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