Half of U.S. adults are now fully vaccinated, CDC says
The milestone comes as the nationwide pace of vaccinations has slowly picked up.
COVID-19 Vaccine
Moderna finds vaccine safe, effective in kids 12 to 17
Moderna said its COVID-19 vaccine is 100% effective in children ages 12 to 17. If it receives FDA authorization, the U.S. will have two vaccines available for kids. Mola Lenghi has the latest.
Post-pandemic traumatic stress could last years
Life may be returning to normal for many Americans, but some are still dealing with the lingering mental and physical effects of the pandemic. Recent traumatic events like the death of George Floyd and the attack on the Capitol are also contributing to post-traumatic stress disorders. Tamar Rodney is an assistant professor at Johns Hopkins University School of Nursing. She joined CBSN's Elaine Quijano to discuss.
NYC schools to fully reopen in September
New York City plans to put an end to remote learning. CBS News' Mola Lenghi reports on the change in the nation's largest school district. Then, Dr. Ebony Jade Hilton, co-founder and medical director of Goodstock Consulting and an associate professor of anesthesiology and critical care medicine at the University of Virginia, joins CBSN's Elaine Quijano to discuss the day's coronavirus headlines.
Survey: 4 types of vaccine-hesitant people
A survey by Surgo Ventures asked people why they aren't getting the COVID-19 vaccine in order to better understand how to motivate them to get vaccinated. Surgo Ventures co-founder and CEO Sema K. Sgaier, PhD, spoke with Anne-Marie Green on CBSN about the main reasons people are skeptical, and the messaging needed to get more people to get their shots.
Battle over face masks felt across the U.S.
More states are lifting their coronavirus restrictions and reopening just in time for the summer. But as Omar Villafranca reports, there is an ongoing battle over face masks. Dr. Taison Bell, a critical care and infectious disease physician and the medical ICU director at the University of Virginia, joins CBSN's Lana Zak to discuss the latest.
Travel boom expected this summer
Travelers are gearing up to hit the roads, rails and sky this summer. AAA predicts more than 37 million Americans will travel for Memorial Day weekend, a 60% increase from the record low in 2020. Thomas Pallini, an aviation reporter and travel expert for Insider, joins CBSN's Lana Zak with more on the travel forecast.
Doctor on mask advice, possible booster shots
The number of new COVID-19 cases in the U.S. fell below 30,000 for the fifth straight day on Thursday as more people get vaccinated. Dr. Bob Lahita joined CBSN to discuss whether a potential booster shot may be needed by the fall.
Russia's Sputnik V vaccine faces questions
Russia's Sputnik V COVID-19 vaccine is already being used by multiple countries, but scientists and foreign health regulators have raised questions about the shot's quality, safety, and efficacy. Brazil rejected the vaccine in April and the European Union's health regulator still hasn't approved it. Carlo Martuscelli, reporter covering health care for Politico in Europe, joins "CBSN AM" to discuss.
More states announce COVID-19 vaccine lottery promotions
States are hoping to see a jump in the number of residents being vaccinated.
COVID-19 variants respond to existing vaccines, WHO says
Scientists are still researching the rate of effectiveness and transmissibility of existing strains.
Experts say COVID-19 booster shots may be necessary
The U.S. is inching closer to President Biden's July 4 vaccination goal. Nearly 40% of the population is fully vaccinated -- but as Nikki Battiste reports, health experts say we may need booster shots in the future. Dr. Stella Safo, an internal medicine physician, joins CBSN's Lana Zak with her analysis.
NYC reopens after 14 months of restrictions
New York City is reopening after 14 months of coronavirus restrictions. Most businesses are now open at full capacity. But as Mola Lenghi reports, there is ongoing confusion about where and when masks are still required. Then, Dr. Mati Hlatshwayo Davis, an infectious disease physician at John Cochran VA Medical Center, joins CBSN's Lana Zak to discuss the latest.
Kroger to drop mask requirement for vaccinated shoppers
Nation's largest supermarket chain says those immunized against COVID-19 will no longer have to cover their faces.
European Union relaxing travel rules for vaccinated visitors
The EU also agreed on easing the criteria for nations to be considered a safe country, from which all tourists can travel.
New U.S. COVID cases drop to lowest point in months
Daily U.S. coronavirus infections have dropped the lowest point seen since last spring as the nation inches closer to President Biden's vaccination goal. As CBS News' Manuel Bojorquez reports, officials are now urging children to get their shots. Then, Dr. Payal Patel, an infectious diseases specialist at the University of Michigan Medical School, joins CBSN's Elaine Quijano with her analysis on U.S. vaccination efforts and the nation's role on the global stage.
Doctor on vaccinating kids against COVID-19
Dr. Dyan Hes, the founder of Gramercy Pediatrics in New York City, joins CBSN to discuss the latest COVID-19 headlines, including vaccine trials in children as young as 2 years old and the impact the pandemic has had on routine health care visits.
U.S. behind Russia, China in sending vaccines to nations in need
Many nations are turning to other world powers to secure doses of approved COVID-19 vaccines.
Biden to send COVID vaccines abroad
President Joe Biden announced Monday that the U.S. will send 20 million more doses of the COVID-19 vaccine to other countries in need. Mr. Biden also announced the child tax credit will expand to monthly payments for low- and middle-income families in July. Watch his remarks.
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.
U.K. eases COVID restrictions despite concern over Indian variant
With a note of caution over the spread of a highly infectious strain, Britons are told they can once again hug loved ones and enjoy an indoor meal with friends.
U.S. will send 20 million more COVID-19 vaccine doses abroad
President Biden announced that COVID-19 cases are dropping in all 50 states.
Americans have few options to prove they're fully vaccinated
Most Americans will not be able to get a "vaccine passport" soon.
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.
Updated mask guidance prompts confusion
There is confusion surrounding the CDC's updated guidance easing mask requirements for fully vaccinated people. As Meg Oliver reports, business owners are unsure how to enforce the new guidelines. Then, Dr. Brittani James, a family medicine physician and co-founder of the Institute for Antiracism in Medicine, joins CBSN's Lana Zak to discuss the latest COVID headlines.
FlyDubai co-pilot was likely lone wolf, Israeli investigators believe
CBS News poll finds Democrats maintain House advantage amid concern about prices
Key Biden aide recalls "draconian measures" being considered against Israel
Hero passenger on FlyDubai flight: "We are going to survive"
Search ongoing after debris of plane that went missing off Nantucket found
Supreme Court gears up for new term with major cases on climate change, guns
U.S. Marine arrested, accused of killing Japanese woman in Okinawa
Live
Senior Trump administration officials met to discuss Iran war at Camp David
