Measles outbreak hits new record

The U.S. has set a new record for measles cases since the disease was declared eradicated in this country 19 years ago. The CDC said at least 971 cases have been confirmed so far this year. Don Dahler reports.

• May 30, 2019
• 1:25

Unidentified illness kills couple in Fiji

A young Texas couple has died from an unidentified illness while vacationing in Fiji. Their cause of death is being investigated, but U.S. officials said the local government has warned of a dangerous flu season. Vladimir Duthiers has more.

• Jun 4, 2019
• 0:27

Texas couple dies of mysterious illness

U.S. authorities are looking into what caused a couple from Fort Worth, Texas, to die while on vacation in Fiji. The World Health Organization is assisting in the investigation. Janet Shamlian reports.

• Jun 4, 2019
• 1:34

How to lower the risk of male infertility

About 13 out of every 100 couples cannot get pregnant. It's a stressful and emotional time, and it's often considered a female issue. The CDC says both men and women contribute to infertility in about 35 percent of couples. The man is the only factor in about eight percent of cases. Dr. Tara Narula joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss some of the causes of male infertility and why it's so difficult for men to talk about the issue.

• Jun 12, 2019
• 3:06

1,044 measles cases reported across 28 states

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reports there have been 1,044 individual cases of measles across 28 states as of June 13. The majority of the cases have been part of an outbreak in the New York City area.

• Jun 18, 2019
• 0:30

Woman dies of flesh-eating bacteria

A Florida woman died after being infected by a rare flesh-eating bacteria at a beach. Her death comes after a 12-year-old girl contracted a similar bacteria while on vacation. Dr. Jon LaPook reports.

• Jul 1, 2019
• 2:09

AFM still "a little bit of a mystery" to researchers

There’s a new government warning about a serious polio-like illness that mainly strikes young children. Acute Flaccid Myelitis, or AFM, is in peak season, and the CDC says there’s eleven confirmed cases so far. Dr. Tara Narula joins “CBS This Morning” to share updates on a 7-year-old boy struggling with the illness, and discuss why it's still "a little bit of a mystery" to researchers.

• Jul 10, 2019
• 4:02

CDC releases detailed road map for reopening country

The health agency's 60-page document provides guidance to schools, child care centers, restaurants and bars, and mass transit administrators.

• May 21, 2020

How to spot & prevent heat-related illnesses

The CDC says more than 600 people die in the U.S. every year from extreme heat. Dr. Tara Narula joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss the signs and symptoms to watch out for as the nation braces for an intense heat wave.

• Jul 18, 2019
• 2:11

Millions of kids around the world adjust to school in the COVID era

No major coronavirus spikes after 22 European nations let some kids back into classes, but anxiety is still there, and nothing is like it used to be.

• May 21, 2020

Juul accused of targeting children

Executives from the e-cigarette maker Juul were questioned on Capitol Hill Thursday about their role in the teen vaping epidemic. The CDC says one in five high schoolers used e-cigarettes in 2018. As Jamie Yuccas reports, the company is accused of marketing to middle schoolers.

• Jul 25, 2019
• 2:07

Hospitals mobilize to fight Candida auris

A highly contagious fungal infection that may not respond to medication could put hospital and nursing home patients at risk. The CDC says Candida auris has been detected on six continents since it was first identified a decade ago. There are 715 confirmed or suspected cases in the U.S. Meg Oliver reports.

• Jul 30, 2019
• 4:48

Doctor warns about dangers of vaping

Federal health officials are investigating a sharp increase in serious lung illnesses that may be linked to vaping. Dr. Janette Nesheiwat joins CBSN to talk about the potential health risks.

• Aug 23, 2019
• 5:46

450+ cases of lung disease linked to vaping

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention now says it's investigating more than 450 cases of severe lung illnesses believed to be linked to vaping. CBS News' Dean Reynolds has the story of one teen who barely survived.

• Sep 6, 2019
• 2:36

450 illnesses linked to vaping

The CDC is urging people to consider not using e-cigarette products as it investigates why some users have developed serious illnesses. Officials have identified 450 possible cases nationwide. Dr. Jon LaPook reports.

• Sep 6, 2019
• 3:00

Severe lung illness possibly linked to vaping

A fourth person has died from a lung illness possibly linked to vaping. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is investigating, though health officials have not linked the illness to any single device or product. CBS News chief medical correspondent Dr. Jon LaPook discusses what officials are doing to combat the illness.

• Sep 6, 2019
• 5:09

Sixth death possibly linked to vaping

Six deaths are now connected to a growing public health crisis tied to vaping. The newest death is in Kansas, where health officials say a patient who used e-cigarettes recently died of lung disease. The exact cause of that illness is under investigation. The CDC says it's looking at more than 450 cases of vaping-related illness. Janet Shamlian reports.

• Sep 11, 2019
• 2:48

Why it's hard to figure out vaping illnesses

As another death is linked to vaping, CBS News chief medical correspondent Dr. Jon LaPook joins “CBS This Morning” to discuss why investigators are facing such a tough challenge in identifying what's behind an outbreak of respiratory illnesses across the U.S.

• Sep 11, 2019
• 1:32

CDC releases reopening guidelines

As all 50 states are starting to lift restrictions and reopen their economies, the CDC has released guidelines about that process. CBS News White House correspondent Ben Tracy joined CBSN to talk about the latest on that plus other developments in Washington.

• May 20, 2020
• 6:17

U.S. vaping-related deaths now at 8

More than 500 people have been diagnosed with vaping-related breathing illnesses, but the cause remains unknown, U.S. health officials said Thursday. An eighth death was also reported in Missouri on Thursday. CBS News' Meg Oliver reports.

• Sep 19, 2019
• 1:23

FDA opens criminal probe into vaping illness

Eight deaths in the U.S. are now blamed on vaping, with the latest happening in Missouri. The Food and Drug Administration has revealed a criminal investigation of vaping-related illnesses. The CDC reports at least 530 confirmed and probable cases. Most of them involve vaping with THC, the psychoactive ingredient in marijuana, or both THC and nicotine. A bipartisan group in Congress is working with parents to keep teenagers away from e-cigarettes, while accusing the vaping industry of marketing to kids. Tony Dokoupil reports.

• Sep 20, 2019
• 2:46

Vaping-related death toll rises

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is now reporting more than 800 confirmed and probable cases of lung injury associated with using e-cigarettes. At least 12 people have died. CBS News' Dr. Jon LaPook reports.

• Sep 26, 2019
• 0:44

Get flu shot by end of October, officials say

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is urging everyone 6 months and older to get vaccinated as the new flu season gets underway. CBS News' Mark Liverman reports.

• Sep 26, 2019
• 1:16

Vaping illnesses top 1,000 across the U.S.

The CDC issued an alarming update on America's vaping crisis. Nearly 1,100 cases of illnesses linked to vaping have now been reported in the U.S. and 19 patients have died in 16 states. As Dean Reynolds reports, a new study finds recent vaping illnesses are similar to chemical burns.

• Oct 3, 2019
• 3:03

Dr. Frieden discusses reopening U.S.

Dr. Tom Frieden, former CDC director and the president and CEO of global health initiative Resolve to Save Lives, joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss his organization's suggested guidelines on reopening the U.S. amidst the coronavirus pandemic. He also weighs in on new CDC guidelines that have been quietly released.

• May 20, 2020
• 3:56

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