Gottlieb on how CDC handled the COVID pandemic
Former FDA Commissioner Scott Gottlieb tells "Face The Nation" that the CDC wasn't prepared for a crisis like COVID and "should have raised their hand and said, 'We really don't have this.'"
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Gottlieb says Biden administration "in a better position" for booster rollout
Former FDA Commissioner Dr. Scott Gottlieb told "Face the Nation" moderator Margaret Brennan the infrastructure is in place to distribute boosters but warns vaccine mandates will harden skeptics
Gottlieb says U.S. is prepared for boosters
Former FDA Commissioner Scott Gottlieb tells "Face The Nation" that "there's not going to be a delay" in distributing booster shots because the Biden administration took early steps to prepare.
FDA panel meets to discuss booster shots
The White House wants to begin offering COVID-19 booster shots to the general public as soon as next week. An FDA panel is meeting today to debate whether to OK that. CBS News senior White House and political correspondent Ed O'Keefe joined CBSN with more on that plus other issues on the president's agenda.
Doctor on vaccine mandates and hesitancy
Dr. Bob Lahita, director of the Institute for Autoimmune and Rheumatic Diseases at St. Joseph Health and a professor at the Hackensack Meridian School of Medicine, joined CBSN to discuss the latest on COVID-19, federal mandates and vaccine hesitancy in the U.S.
Experts weigh pros and cons of COVID-19 vaccine booster shots
In August, President Biden announced his plan to get booster shots into arms as early as September 20 to fight back against the coronavirus.
Vaccine mandates and abortion bans fuel Virginia gubernatorial race debate
Republican candidate Glenn Youngkin and Democratic candidate and former Governor Terry McAuliffe deeply differed over their views of COVID-19 vaccination mandates and abortion laws during Thursday night's debate.
Scientists split on COVID vaccine booster
Scientists are debating whether COVID-19 booster shots are necessary for those who are not immunocompromised, with some saying the vaccine is effective enough on its own. An FDA committee will vote Friday whether to approve Pfizer's booster shot. Jonathan Vigliotti reports.
Should the general population get booster shots
The FDA will decide on Friday whether some vaccinated people should get COVID-19 booster shots. Dr. Marcos Mestre, vice president and chief medical officer of Nicklaus Children's Hospital, joins CBSN with more.
FDA to meet over COVID booster shots
An FDA advisory committee will meet Friday to discuss and vote on COVID-19 vaccine booster shots. As Jonathan Vigliotti reports, there are conflicting studies on whether another shot is already needed. Then, Dr. Andre Campbell, a critical care physician and a professor at the University of California at San Francisco, joins CBSN's Lana Zak to explain what the science is telling us.
U.S. Army sets deadline for vaccine mandates
The U.S. Army announced that all active-duty service members must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 by December 15th. In addition, all National Guard members and Army Reservists must be fully vaccinated by June 30, 2022. John Moore, professor of microbiology and immunology at the Weill Cornell Medical College, joined CBSN to discuss the nation’s latest vaccination efforts.
More than half of U.S. schools report "severe" bus driver shortage
In Massachusetts, National Guard personnel were deployed to drive buses, and Pennsylvania is now considering doing the same.
White House offers Nicki Minaj a call about COVID-19 vaccine, official says
The Health Minister of Trinidad and Tobago said they found "absolutely no reported side effect or adverse event of testicular swelling" stemming from the COVID vaccine.
Fauci says there is "no evidence" COVID vaccines cause reproductive issues
The nation's top infectious disease expert said the rapper should be "thinking twice" before spreading misinformation.
1 in 500 Americans have died from COVID-19
The pandemic continues to devastate the U.S., as 1 in 500 Americans have died from COVID-19, according to Centers for Disease Control and Prevention data. Meanwhile, the country is pushing its vaccination efforts amid talks of implementing possible booster shots. Urgent care nurse practitioner Justin Gill joined CBSN to talk about the latest coronavirus news.
China looms large in debates over security
Tensions between the U.S. and China are escalating as the White House announces a new pact with the U.K. and Australia to counter Beijing's growing military and economic influence across the world. CBS News senior White House and political correspondent Ed O'Keefe joined CBSN to discuss the future of U.S.-China relations and other news from the White House, including a new book that reveals General Mark Milley, chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, called China in the waning days of the Trump administration.
Overfilled ICUs leave non-COVID patients "suffering unnecessarily"
In Florida, at least 50 hospitals are at 100% occupancy in their ICUs.
Researchers to study "long COVID" in thousands of survivors
Some COVID-19 "long-haulers" report struggling with debilitating symptoms for months after their initial infection.
The fight over COVID-19 booster shots heats up
In Tennessee, less than 45% of the population is fully vaccinated. The state leads the nation in the number of new COVID-19 cases per capita.
Broadway's workers kept hope alive when their entire industry went dark
During the pandemic, they felt invisible. Now, for the workers who make Broadway special, there's finally light at the end of the tunnel.
Inside Virginia's race for governor
A familiar face will be taking the stage in Virginia's first gubernatorial debate this week. Democrat Terry McAuliffe and Republican Glenn Youngkin will face off one day before early voting begins in the state. Charlotte Rene Woods, a local and state government reporter for Charlottesville Tomorrow, joins CBSN's "Red and Blue" host Elaine Quijano to discuss the latest in Virginia's race for governor.
FDA neutral on COVID boosters
The FDA is not yet taking a definitive stance on whether or not booster shots are needed to help protect people from coronavirus infections. A key advisory committee is set to meet to discuss authorizing an extra dose of Pfizer's vaccine in the coming days. CBS News correspondent Omar Villafranca reports from Tennessee, where first vaccine doses remain low. Then, Dr. Adam Brown, an emergency physician and the COVID-19 national task force chair at Envision Healthcare, joins CBSN's Lana Zak to discuss the latest on the pandemic.
Pfizer, Moderna call for COVID booster shots
Pfizer and Moderna are pushing for COVID-19 vaccine booster shots, but the Food and Drug Administration has yet to support a third dose. Many Americans still need to be convinced to get their first shot. Omar Villafranca has more.
Managing back-to-school anxiety
This year, typical back-to-school jitters combined with the uncertainties of the pandemic are leaving some families more anxious than usual. Ericka Souter, a parenting expert and author of "How to Have a Kid and a Life: A Survival Guide," joined CBSN to discuss some tips for managing the stress.
California Governor Newsom survives recall
California Governor Gavin Newsom is predicted to defeat the recall effort, telling voters shortly after polls closed they not only voted "no" to removing him, but "yes to science" and vaccines. His biggest GOP challenger Larry Elder conceded the election, but told his supporters to "stay tuned." CBS News chief Washington correspondent Major Garrett joins CBSN AM with the latest.
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