CDC's new COVID-19 testing guidelines widely criticized
The CDC and other health officials are under fire for changing guidelines for coronavirus testing and who should be getting them in the first place. Manny Bojorquez reports.
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CDC loosens coronavirus testing procedure guidelines
There are new concerns among health experts — including Dr. Anthony Fauci — that testing for COVID-19 may fall off after the Centers for Disease Control suddenly changed its guidelines. Manuel Bojorquez takes a look.
Hong Kong man appears to have been reinfected with COVID-19
Scientists at the University of Hong Kong say it's the first solid evidence of anyone being reinfected with the virus.
Typically, the flu is most dangerous for the very young and very old. This season is different: according to the CDC, 61% of those hospitalized are between 18 and 64 years old, and about 90 percent of cases are caused by the H1N1 strain of the virus
Typically, the flu is most dangerous for the very young and very old. This season is different: according to the CDC, 61 percent of those hospitalized are between 18 and 64 years old, and about 90 percent of cases are caused by the H1N1 strain of the virus. Carter Evans reports.
Gottlieb says U.S. "a long way" from herd immunity
The former FDA commissioner says some areas with high rates of infections could start to see declines in the rate of transmissions.
COVID-19 rates are "steadily increasing" in children, CDC says
New CDC guidelines say coronavirus cases are rising among children, as some schools around the country return to in-person learning.
Studies cast doubt on effectiveness of some face coverings
There is growing evidence that not all masks or face coverings provide protection against the coronavirus. Kris Van Cleave reports.
Doctor on COVID-19 symptoms and herd immunity
The nation's top infectious disease expert is warning against the idea of letting coronavirus infections run rampant in order to achieve possible herd immunity. And a new study outlines the specific order of symptoms that may help set COVID-19 apart from other illnesses. Dr. Bob Lahita joins CBSN to discuss the latest on the pandemic.
Warren and co-authors Amen and Hyman discuss with the "CBS This Morning" co-hosts how 15,000 members of Warren's Saddleback Church lost a combined total of a quarter million pounds, as well as key elements of their faith-based weight loss plan
Pastor Rick Warren joined forces with Dr. Daniel Amen and Dr. Mark Hyman to write "The Daniel Plan: 40 Days to a Healthier Life," inspired by a Centers for Disease Control and Prevention report revealing nearly half of all Americans suffer from obesity. Warren and co-authors Amen and Hyman discuss with the "CBS This Morning" co-hosts how 15,000 members of Warren's Saddleback Church lost a combined total of a quarter million pounds, as well as key elements of their faith-based weight loss plan.
Dr. Alan Copperman, director of Infertility at Mount Sinai Hospital, in New York, talks about new guidelines that recommend just one baby at a time
The Centers for Disease Control say the rate of twin births is up 76 percent over three decades - many, the result of fertility treatments. Dr. Alan Copperman, director of Infertility at Mount Sinai Hospital, in New York, talks about new guidelines that recommend just one baby at a time.
CDC director says U.S. could have "worst fall" ever
"This could be the worst fall from a public health perspective we've ever had," said CDC Director Dr. Robert Redfield.
Salmonella outbreak linked to onions expands to 43 states
Contaminated onions have now been found in 43 states and sickened 640 people.
Engine factory accused of mishandling virus
A U.S. engine manufacturer is at the center of a CBS News investigation after some employees allege the company was not taking proper safety precautions against the coronavirus, including not telling workers a colleague "passed out on the job" and claiming that managers rarely wore masks. The company told CBS News it was following CDC guidelines. Nancy Cordes reports on the investigation.
W.H.O.: No "silver bullet" for COVID-19
The World Health Organization is warning the road to normalcy will be long and that there may never be a "silver bullet" for the novel coronavirus. Dr. Shoshana Ungerleider joins CBSN to discuss the latest developments, including an increase in the projected number of U.S. deaths, and why wearing a face shield isn't as good as wearing a mask.
Over 200 kids test positive for coronavirus after summer camp
The CDC indicated that its numbers likely underestimate the size of the outbreak.
Report finds problems in hospital data system
The Trump administration ordered hospitals in July to bypass the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention in reporting their coronavirus data. A report by NPR found the new hospital data system is plagued by delays and inaccuracies. Selena Simmons-Duffin, a health policy reporter for NPR, joined CBSN to discuss.
Fauci explains why COVID is still surging in U.S.
Fauci and nation's top health officials testified before a House panel on the need for national strategy to combat the coronavirus pandemic.
6 "types" of COVID, and impact of weather
Though some hoped summer heat and humidity would slow the spread of the coronavirus, U.S. cases keep rising. Dr. Bob Lahita joins CBSN to discuss that, plus a study by researchers in the U.K. that identifies six distinct "types" of COVID-19 cases.
Deadline for ICE to release migrant children
ICE officials have reached the deadline to release at least 100 migrant children from three separate detention centers. But the California federal judge in the case warns the children may not be released immediately. CBS News immigration reporter Camilo Montoya-Galvez joined CBSN to explain where those children would go and why the deadline may not be enforced. He also has an update on the children held in a Texas Hampton Inn.
Ex-acting CDC chief: Low-income schools need help to reopen
Former Acting CDC Director Dr. Richard Besser says "structural racism has a direct impact on health."
CDC releases new guidance on school reopenings
The CDC released its updated guidance for safely reopening schools as President Trump continues his push to get them fully reopened this fall. CBS News chief Washington correspondent Major Garrett and CBS News senior investigative correspondent Catherine Herridge join CBSN to discuss the day's top political headlines.
CDC's new guidance on reopening schools
The Trump administration is still pushing to get children back to classrooms this fall despite surging coronavirus cases. Now, the CDC has released updated guidelines on reopening schools. CBS News' Skyler Henry joined CBSN with the latest from the White House.
CDC guidelines push to reopen schools with social distancing
The CDC is stressing the importance of in-person instruction but encouraging social distancing and keeping the same teachers and students in groups called "pods" to contain possible outbreaks. Manuel Bojorquez reports.
Coronavirus stimulus benefits set to expire
President Trump is still pushing for schools to reopen but opted to cancel plans for the Republican National Convention's celebrations in Jacksonville, Florida. Meanwhile, key provisions on unemployment benefits and housing are set to expire. CBS News White House correspondent Ben Tracy joins CBSN with the latest.
New CDC guidelines emphasize schools reopening in the fall
The latest data on the agency's website shows that children between the ages of 5 and 17 make up roughly 5.3% of coronavirus cases in the U.S.
Tennessee prison system head to resign after failed Christa Pike execution
Jane Doe's attorney says "she was incapable of consent," alleges cover-up
Medical plane missing near Nantucket with 6 on board, authorities say
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