Norway says no link between vaccine and elderly deaths
Norway has reported 33 deaths among elderly people who have received their first dose, according to public health authorities.
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Norway has reported 33 deaths among elderly people who have received their first dose, according to public health authorities.
Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus said that most vaccine makers have targeted locations where "profits are highest."
Dr. Anthony Fauci says the AstraZeneca and Johnson and Johnson COVID-19 vaccines could be headed toward emergency use authorization in weeks, not months. Dr. Leo Nissola joined CBSN's Anne-Marie Green and Vladimir Duthiers to discuss the vaccine rollout around the country and the Biden administration's ambitious plan to give 100 million doses in 100 days.
West Virginia declined to participate in a federal program through which CVS and Walgreens administered vaccines to residents of long-term care facilities.
Governor Jim Justice says West Virginia's success at administering vaccines can serve as an example for other states.
The Native American community has been one of the hardest hit groups throughout the coronavirus pandemic. Tribal leaders and elders have been disproportionately impacted, causing concerns over the preservation of Native American culture for future generations to come. Cherokee Nation Principal Chief Chuck Hoskin Jr. joined CBSN to discuss the impact COVID-19 has had on his community.
President-elect Joe Biden is pushing ahead with plans to activate the Defense Production Act and ramp up the national supply of COVID-19 vaccines the moment he takes office next week. CBS News senior White House and political correspondent Weijia Jiang reports.
CBS News foreign journalists give a glimpse of trust, and mistrust, in coronavirus vaccination plans in 9 countries, and what's behind them.
President-elect Joe Biden on Friday outlined his plan to vaccinate 100 million Americans in his first 100 days in office. "I am convinced we can get it done," Mr. Biden said. Watch his remarks.
President-elect Joe Biden unveiled his coronavirus vaccination program on Friday, as the nation wrapped up its deadliest week since the start of the pandemic. Meanwhile, vaccination efforts stumbled this week as states raised concerns of short supply. Dr. Eric Cioe-Peña joined CBSN to break down the latest.
The president-elect has unveiled his $1.9 trillion coronavirus economic relief package, which includes a drive to vaccinate 100 million people in his first 100 days in office.
President-elect Joe Biden is unveiling his plan Friday for how he will administer COVID-19 vaccines. Mr. Biden wants to administer 100 million doses of the vaccine in his first 100 days in office. Norman Baylor, president and CEO of Biologics Consulting and the former director of the Office of Vaccines Research and Review at the Food and Drug Administration, joined CBSN to discuss.
The U.S. has recorded its deadliest week of the coronavirus pandemic with over 23,000 reported deaths. Health officials are ramping up vaccine distribution as the surge in COVID-19 cases overwhelms hospitals nationwide. CBSN's Tanya Rivero spoke with Dr. Stephen Maddox, a pediatrician and fellow with the American Academy of Pediatrics who recently received the required second dose of the vaccine.
Distrust in the medical system, a lack of primary care and a two-dose regimen for those without permanent housing are high hurdles.
Vaccine stipends, however, will be relatively small, generally less than $100.
Since the vaccine rollout began shipping in the U.S. in December, it is up to the individual states to determine who gets the vaccine.
Staff were able to administer some of the vaccines – but had to throw out more.
The massive stimulus bill is intended to improve vaccine distribution and economic recovery.
The ride-sharing giants have contacted incoming Biden administration about a role in its vaccine distribution plans.
West Virginia is leading the pack, while big states like California and Georgia are struggling, according to CDC data.
The U.S. saw its second consecutive day of more than 4,000 reported deaths from COVID-19 on Wednesday. This comes as the Trump administration releases all remaining doses of the coronavirus vaccine for the public, forcing states to ramp up distribution. Tanya Rivero spoke with Dr. Rahul Gupta, the chief medical and health officer for the March of Dimes and a former West Virginia health commissioner, about the additional doses' impact.
For many, the key to a 'return to normal' may be digital vaccine passports they can carry on their smartphones.
The current pontiff is 84 and missing half of a lung, while Pope Emeritus Benedict is 93, so both are at high risk of serious coronavirus complications.
Given that it took China a year to let the international scientists in, don't count on any quick, definitive answers on where the coronavirus came from.
Dollar General doesn't want employees to have to choose between receiving the vaccine or coming to work.