
CDC reports 216 child deaths this flu season, the most in 15 years
Since flu season is still ongoing, data is preliminary and may change, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said. Experts say it will likely increase.
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Since flu season is still ongoing, data is preliminary and may change, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said. Experts say it will likely increase.
Overall effectiveness against flu hospitalization was still high, the CDC said.
The cancelation upends the usual process to start manufacturing next winter's flu shots.
Lab tests suggest a strain of the flu virus circulating this season may not be "well-recognized" by the flu vaccine.
Influenza trends have reached record highs in recent weeks.
The CDC says respiratory illness is now "very high" nationwide.
For a second time this season, at least 41 states are reporting high or very high levels of the flu. Here's how to stay safe.
Several Western states are seeing rates worse than last year's peak of flu season.
Levels of both the flu and COVID viruses are still low across much of the country, the CDC says.
What to know about the "optimal time" to get vaccinated against the flu — and how the FluMist nasal spray stacks up to the traditional shot.
AstraZeneca says the spray could be available "as soon as next flu season."
It's critical to get COVID and flu vaccinations as we head into the fall and winter months, an infectious disease expert said.
The latest data comes as the FDA is weighing a major revision to the flu shots.
The COVID-19 virus is continually changing, and a recent subvariant, the JN.1, is rapidly climbing the charts.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is tracking the spread of the flu, RSV and COVID-19 this winter.
"COVID-19 hospitalizations are rising quickly," the CDC said, and the new variant JN.1 is making up an increasing share of cases.
Dr. Céline Gounder shares what you need to know about protecting yourself from COVID, RSV and the flu in the season ahead.
The FDA's goal is to roll out the combo option by the following flu season.
The vaccine proved more effective than in previous seasons at preventing hospitalizations and emergency room visits.
Health officials are redoubling calls for Americans to get vaccinated, with flu shots lagging previous seasons.
Doctors are warning people to get vaccinated against the flu and COVID-19, especially ahead of the holiday season.
Roughly a quarter of the high school's students were absent Tuesday, as the state warns this year's flu season is "showing concerning, early signs that it may be worse than in recent years."
The Trump administration rejected recommendations to offer flu vaccines to migrants in Border Patrol custody, saying it was not operationally feasible.
A San Diego high school seemingly has a flu outbreak, causing 1,400 students to call out this week.
Health officials are worried about a false sense of security after two milder flu seasons due to COVID precautions.
The ready-to-eat sausage products may be contaminated with pieces of plastic, the USDA Food Safety and Inspection Service said.
Jennifer Frederick didn't understand why she had a growing lump under her skin. A doctor returned a devastating diagnosis.
Millions of Americans who take advantage of the Affordable Care Act could see their health insurance costs skyrocket next year due to multiple factors, including the expiration of COVID-era subsidies. The national health information nonprofit KFF found that ACA premiums will increase by an average of 15% in 2026. Cynthia Cox, vice president and director of KFF's Program on the ACA, joins to discuss.
People who get their health insurance through the Affordable Care Act are expected to see a significant spike in their premiums next year because of several factors, including an end to certain tax credits. Dr. Jon LaPook explains.
A man who was sucked into an MRI machine and suffered severe injuries on Long Island has died, according to police.
Consumers face both rising premiums and falling subsidies next year in Obamacare plans.
The Food and Drug Administration on Thursday formally approved Juul to sell its vape devices and nicotine pods. Dr. Robert Jackler, a professor at Stanford Medicine who focuses on the impact of tobacco and advertising, speaks with "CBS Evening News" co-anchor John Dickerson about it.
FDA regulators said Juul's studies show its e-cigarettes are less harmful for adult smokers, who can benefit from switching completely to vaping.
Former airline captain Joseph Emerson, indicted for trying to shut off a plane's engines mid-flight in 2023, speaks to "CBS Mornings" about the incident.
A man suspected in his girlfriend's murder swears he didn't do it – can his Fitbit prove he's innocent?
Katy Perry powered through a midair prop malfunction during her concert in San Francisco, California, on Friday night.
Justin Fulcher started at the Defense Department as a member of DOGE. He was later promoted to a post as senior adviser to Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth.
Florida State Rep. Joe Casello died after a heart attack, Florida House Democrats announced.
Attorneys for Luigi Mangione, the man accused of killing United HealthCare CEO Brian Thompson, say Manhattan prosecutors wrongfully obtained his medical records.
The ready-to-eat sausage products may be contaminated with pieces of plastic, the USDA Food Safety and Inspection Service said.
Tech company Astronomer said its board launched an investigation after CEO Andy Byron was seen embracing a coworker at a Coldplay concert.
The new tax cuts and spending bill includes a $250 fee for visitors coming to the U.S. on nonimmigrant visas. Here's what to know.
Bankruptcy filing alleges Steward Health Care executives siphoned $245 million from needy hospitals.
Content promoting extreme weight loss and cosmetic surgery is available to young TikTok users, breaching the social media platform's policies.
In early July, the occupied West Bank village of Taybeh was hit by an arson attack in the area of the ruins of the Byzantine-era Church of Saint George, which dates back to the fifth century.
Justin Fulcher started at the Defense Department as a member of DOGE. He was later promoted to a post as senior adviser to Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth.
Florida State Rep. Joe Casello died after a heart attack, Florida House Democrats announced.
The EPA's Office of Research and Development has more than 1,500 employees, including scientists and researchers, dispersed across the U.S.
"They're hiding. People aren't willing to come to work," a Los Angeles contractor told CBS News.
The ready-to-eat sausage products may be contaminated with pieces of plastic, the USDA Food Safety and Inspection Service said.
Jennifer Frederick didn't understand why she had a growing lump under her skin. A doctor returned a devastating diagnosis.
Millions of Americans who take advantage of the Affordable Care Act could see their health insurance costs skyrocket next year due to multiple factors, including the expiration of COVID-era subsidies. The national health information nonprofit KFF found that ACA premiums will increase by an average of 15% in 2026. Cynthia Cox, vice president and director of KFF's Program on the ACA, joins to discuss.
People who get their health insurance through the Affordable Care Act are expected to see a significant spike in their premiums next year because of several factors, including an end to certain tax credits. Dr. Jon LaPook explains.
A man who was sucked into an MRI machine and suffered severe injuries on Long Island has died, according to police.
In early July, the occupied West Bank village of Taybeh was hit by an arson attack in the area of the ruins of the Byzantine-era Church of Saint George, which dates back to the fifth century.
The Wonder Sea boat capsized during a sudden thunderstorm in Vietnam on Saturday, killing at least 34 people.
Tropical storm Wipha has prompted ferry and flight cancellations in Taiwan.
Israeli troops opened fire on Palestinians near food distribution hubs in southern Gaza, witnesses and Gaza hospital officials say.
The leaders of Israel and Syria have agreed to a ceasefire days after major Israeli strikes, a U.S. envoy said Friday, as he urged all sides in war-torn Syria to lay down arms.
The giant butterfly Katy Perry rode on above the San Francisco stage on Friday night malfunctioned, nearly toppling her into the crowd. Perry paused, steadied herself and kept on performing.
Katy Perry powered through a midair prop malfunction during her concert in San Francisco, California, on Friday night.
The Happy Fits are a band of childhood friends from Pittstown, New Jersey, who burst onto the scene in 2016. Since then, they've recorded three albums and earned a devoted fan base. Their newest release, "Lovesick," comes out on September 19th. Here is The Happy Fits with "Cruel Power."
The Happy Fits are a band of childhood friends from Pittstown, New Jersey, who burst onto the scene in 2016. Since then, they've recorded three albums and earned a devoted fan base. Their newest release, "Lovesick," comes out on September 19th. Here is The Happy Fits with "Wild in Love."
The Happy Fits are a band of childhood friends from Pittstown, New Jersey, who burst onto the scene in 2016. Since then, they've recorded three albums and earned a devoted fan base. Their newest release, "Lovesick," comes out on September 19th. Here is The Happy Fits with "Everything You Do."
There is fear surrounding the uncertainty of how the rapidly developing world of artificial intelligence will impact the workforce -- whether it will threaten jobs or boost productivity. But in Reporter's Notebook, "CBS Evening News" co-anchor John Dickerson takes a more nuanced look at what it means to find understanding in an AI world.
With roots dating back to the 1800s, baseball has long relied on human umpires to make split-second calls. But now, Major League Baseball is trying out a new system that uses sensors and replay challenges to determine balls and strikes. Jomboy Media's founders join "CBS Mornings Plus" to discuss the pros and cons.
From labor shortages to environmental impacts, farmers are looking to AI to help revolutionize the agriculture industry. One California startup, Farm-ng, is tapping into the power of AI and robotics to perform a wide range of tasks, including seeding, weeding and harvesting.
Content promoting extreme weight loss and cosmetic surgery is available to young TikTok users, breaching the social media platform's policies.
The online gaming platform Roblox is adding new safety features aimed at protecting its young players. CEO and founder David Baszucki joins CBS News to explain the changes.
A groundbreaking IVF trial has raised hope that women with genetic mutations in their own DNA could one day have children without passing on deadly diseases.
The site where the remains were found was once home to a beloved ice cream shop.
Elkhorn coral helps form the skeleton of a healthy reef, but more than 95% of the Elkhorn coral off Florida has been wiped out. Scientists have created the "Flonduran" crossbreed to solve the problem.
The Perseids meteor shower begins this week and is expected to offer one of the best astronomy shows of 2025.
Barbara Rae-Venter never anticipated that her genealogy hobby would lead to the capture of one of California's most notorious criminals, the Golden State Killer. Her pioneering use of genetic genealogy has since helped solve numerous cold cases.
A man suspected in his girlfriend's murder swears he didn't do it – can his Fitbit prove he's innocent?
Attorneys for Luigi Mangione, the man accused of killing United HealthCare CEO Brian Thompson, say Manhattan prosecutors wrongfully obtained his medical records.
President Trump announced that he is suing the publisher and owner of the Wall Street Journal, media tycoon Rupert Murdoch, and others in a $10 billion libel lawsuit. This comes less than 24 hours after the Journal published a report claiming Mr. Trump wrote Jeffrey Epstein a "bawdy" birthday note in 2003. CBS News reporter Erica Brown has more details.
Teresa Peroni was reported missing by her family in 1983, but charges were not filed for decades.
Kayla Elliott said she was told a couple was seeking surrogacy because they had one daughter but were unable to conceive again after 10 attempts.
Sunday marks the 56th anniversary of the Apollo 11 mission -- the first to land humans on the moon. Now, NASA is in a multiyear effort to return astronauts to the moon starting in 2026, with an eye toward a crewed mission to Mars in the 2030s.
NWA 16788, the largest piece of Mars on Earth, fetched $5.3 million at auction. Franklin Institute chief astronomer and planetarium director Derrick Pitts joins CBS News with more.
Astronomers have discovered the earliest seeds of planets forming around HOPS-315, a baby star located 1,300 light-years away.
The Perseids meteor shower begins this week and is expected to offer one of the best astronomy shows of 2025.
Two black holes merged into one massive one, scientists from an international collaborative group said.
Live performances are in full swing this summer. Scroll through our concert gallery, featuring pictures by CBS News photojournalist Jake Barlow and photographers Ed Spinelli and Kirstine Walton.
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
Bizarre clues and evidence in the investigation into the Colorado mother's disappearance include a spy pen, plastic needle cap, and a chipmunk alibi.
Protests against the Trump administration took place across the U.S. Saturday. The demonstrations were held to mark the 250th anniversary of the start of the Revolutionary War.
A suspect was taken into custody after an attack on Pearl Street Mall in Boulder on June 1 in which there were 15 people and a dog who were victims. The suspect threw Molotov cocktails that burned some of the victims, who were part of a march for Israeli hostages.
In a world obsessed with likes and legacy, a new wave of artists is embracing the opposite: impermanence. CBS News' Itay Hod shows that sometimes beauty is meant to disappear with artist Andres Amador.
The giant butterfly Katy Perry rode on above the San Francisco stage on Friday night malfunctioned, nearly toppling her into the crowd. Perry paused, steadied herself and kept on performing.
U.S. Ambassador to Israel Mike Huckabee visited a Christian village in the Israeli-occupied West Bank on Saturday. Haley Ott reports.
Amid the crisis in the Middle East, the Epstein controversy and drama at the Federal Reserve, President Trump also pushed Coca-Cola into the political spotlight. The president wants its sweetener switched. Elise Preston has the story.
President Trump is suing the Wall Street Journal for $20 billion in damages. The paper reported that he sent a risqué birthday letter to Jeffrey Epstein for his 50th birthday. Willie James Inman has the latest.