CDC to significantly ease pandemic mask guidelines Friday
The Biden administration is shifting its focus to preventing serious illness and death from COVID-19, rather than all instances of infection.
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CDC clarifies isolation guidelines
After facing backlash, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention have clarified COVID-19 isolation recommendations, endorsing a five-day quarantine period and an optional test as well as shortening the time frame between the second Pfizer vaccine dose and the booster shot from six to five months. John Moore, a professor of microbiology and immunology at Weill Cornell Medical College, joins CBSN to discuss the latest coronavirus news.
CDC warns against cruise travel, regardless of vaccination status
Travelers are warned to avoid cruise ships as Omicron continues to spread.
Is 5 days enough time for COVID isolation?
Former Surgeon General Jerome Adams criticized the CDC for reducing the isolation period for people who test positive for COVID-19. CBS News' Debra Alfarone has more on the new guidance, then Johns Hopkins virologist Andrew Pekosz joins CBSN to explain how the changes could impact how we navigate the pandemic.
CDC shortens recommended isolation for some COVID-19 patients
The CDC has cut isolation period for asymptomatic people infected with COVID-19 from 10 days to five. CBS News correspondent Nancy Chen has more on what the new guideline could mean for businesses hit hard by staff shortages around the U.S. Then, Dr. Owais Durrani, an emergency medicine physician, joins Elise Preston on CBSN to discuss the latest with the virus.
CDC confirms first U.S. Omicron case
Health authorities in California have confirmed the first U.S. case of COVID-19 linked to the newly discovered Omicron variant. CBS News national consumer investigative correspondent Anna Werner reports on efforts to surveil for new cases of Omicron. Then, Dr. Adam Brown, an emergency physician and the COVID-19 task force chair at Envision Healthcare, joins CBSN's Lana Zak to discuss the latest.
Dr. Agus on possible COVID vaccine booster shots
CBS News medical contributor Dr. David Agus discusses the growing confusion over possible COVID-19 vaccine booster shots, the CDC's new school guidelines and more.
Trump contradicts health experts amid push to reopen schools
President Trump is criticizing CDC guidelines on reopening schools despite the rise of coronavirus infections across the U.S. Now the president is pushing governors to reopen schools this fall and threatening to defund those that don't open. Ben Tracy reports.
States cut down on COVID contact tracing
Public health investigators are struggling to keep up with new COVID-19 infections across the U.S. States are downsizing their contact tracing teams as new cases of the Delta variant stack up. Amanda Michelle Gomez, a reporter for Kaiser Health News, joined CBSN to discuss why local health and government leaders are shifting priorities away from contact tracing.
Expert on COVID variants and effects on kids
While COVID-19 vaccination rates in the U.S. are up this week, the number of infections are too. CBS News correspondent Mola Lenghi reports from South Dakota, where health officials are concerned about a potential superspreader event, and Dr. Lakshman Swamy, an ICU physician at Cambridge Health Alliance and Boston Medical Center, joined CBSN to discuss the latest coronavirus news.
How COVID misinformation spreads online
A new report claims almost four-fifths of COVID misinformation on Facebook is spread by just 12 accounts, and a group of protesters laid body bags in front of the entrance of the company's Washington, D.C. offices Wednesday and held signs that said "Disinformation kills." Washington Post tech reporter Gerrit De Vynck joins "CBSN AM" to talk about his reporting on the issue.
Doctor on CDC's new mask guidance
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is now recommending that some fully vaccinated Americans wear masks indoors. The new guidance affects people living in areas with substantial or high COVID-19 transmission rates. "CBS This Morning" lead national correspondent David Begnaud spoke with a mother who's concerned about sending her children to a school without a mask mandate, and Dr. Neeta Ogden, an internal medicine specialist and immunologist, joined CBSN to discuss the new CDC guidance.
Biden: New mask guidance a step in COVID fight
President Joe Biden says the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's new mask guidance is "another step" in the journey to defeat the fast-evolving coronavirus, as the White House plans to mandate vaccinations for federal employees or face "stringent" COVID-19 protocols. CBS News chief White House correspondent Nancy Cordes joined CBSN to explain what's next for the administration.
Vaccinated teachers, students don't need masks
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention eased mask guidelines for fully vaccinated teachers, students and staff Friday, saying they do not need to wear masks in school buildings. Dr. William Schaffner, medical director of the National Foundation for Infectious Diseases, joined CBSN to discuss the new mask guidance and the CDC's guidance that anyone fully vaccinated does not need a COVID vaccine booster.
Judge blocks CDC's cruise ship restrictions
A federal judge blocked the CDC's coronavirus restrictions for cruise lines in Florida, saying rules on vaccinations and other measures should be voluntary. Washington Post reporter Hannah Sampson joined CBSN with more.
Doctor: CDC made "grave mistake" on masks
Many states across the U.S. are letting go of masks as more people get vaccinated. The easing of mask restrictions comes after the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention relaxed its guidelines, saying fully vaccinated Americans can now stop wearing masks in most settings. Dr. Eric Feigl-Ding, an epidemiologist, health economist and senior fellow at the Federation of American Scientists, spoke with Tanya Rivero on CBSN about the eased restrictions.
Nearly 60% of U.S. adults are partially vaccinated
President Biden said new data shows nearly 60% of American adults are partially vaccinated. Plus, for the first time since the pandemic began, coronavirus cases are dropping in all 50 states. This all comes as many people are wondering whether it is actually safe to take off your mask. Dr. Jessica Shepherd, the chief medical officer at Verywell Health, joins CBSN's Elaine Quijano to discuss.
States shedding mask mandates
Americans are receiving mixed messages about wearing masks. The CDC announced those who are fully vaccinated do not need to wear masks in most situations, leaving it up to states to do what they will with that guidance. Politico health care reporter Alice Ollstein spoke with CBSN's Lana Zak about the potential public health impact.
CDC: Vaccine drastically cuts hospitalizations
The CDC has released new data about the effectiveness of the coronavirus vaccines in the real world. The agency says fully vaccinated adults age 65 and over are 94% less likely to be hospitalized with COVID-19. CBS News' Chris Martinez reports on efforts to get more people vaccinated, and Dr. Krutika Kuppalli joins CBSN to discuss.
CDC guidance on COVID vaccine in pregnancy
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says there is "growing evidence" confirming the safety of COVID-19 vaccines during pregnancy. CBS News reporter Kate Smith joins CBSN to explain the agency's latest statements on the issue.
Johnson & Johnson vaccine to resume distribution
The CDC is lifting its pause on Johnson & Johnson vaccines after a nearly 10-day pause due to concerns about blood clots. New vaccines will come with an FDA warning. Johns Hopkins International Vaccine Access Center executive director Dr. Bill Moss joins CBSN to discuss the vaccine.
Doctor on CDC's school distancing guidelines
The CDC is expected to update its social distancing guidelines for classrooms on the same day that President Biden announced his administration will reach his goal of administering 100 million COVID-19 vaccines in his first 100 days in office. Dr. Bob Lahita spoke with Anne-Marie Green and Vladimir Duthiers on CBSN about how safe it is to reduce the space between desks and when we could see herd immunity in the U.S.
CDC's new guidelines for vaccinated people
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention offered new guidance for how those who have received their final doses of the COVID-19 vaccine can gather safely indoors and outdoors. It comes as the House is on the verge of passing President Joe Biden's $1.9 trillion economic relief package. CBS News' Debra Alfarone joins CBSN AM with the latest.
CDC releases guidelines for vaccinated people
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says people who are fully vaccinated can visit with others who are vaccinated and people at low risk of getting a serious case of COVID-19 without social distancing or wearing masks, among other recommendations Dr. Ogechika Alozie, an infectious disease specialist, joins CBSN to break down the new guidelines and discuss other pandemic updates.
CDC to release school reopening guidelines
The Biden administration is expected to release new CDC guidelines for reopening schools today. CBS News has obtained a draft summary of the recommendations. CBS News chief White House correspondent Nancy Cordes joins "CBSN AM" to explain what they include.
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Iran proposes a 7-day plan to reopen the Strait of Hormuz
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