Florida basketball player hospitalized after collapsing on court
Like most of his teammates, Johnson tested positive for COVID-19 during the summer.
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FDA approves Pfizer vaccine for emergency use
The FDA has authorized Pfizer's coronavirus vaccine for emergency use. Dr. Shereef Elnahal, president and CEO of University Hospital in Newark, New Jersey, joined CBSN with the latest on this achievement in fighting the pandemic.
First COVID vaccine shipments expected to arrive Monday
General Gus Perna, chief operating officer of Operation Warp Speed, said Saturday the first COVID-19 vaccine shipments are expected to arrive in states on Monday morning. Watch his remarks.
U.S. government expects first COVID-19 vaccine shipments will arrive Monday
The FDA's authorization Friday kicked off a massive effort to distribute nearly 3 million vaccine doses.
FDA chief says he will "absolutely" take COVID-19 vaccine
Food and Drug Administration Commissioner Stephen Hahn sought to reassure the public on Saturday that the benefits of Pfizer's COVID-19 vaccine outweigh risks, after the agency authorized it for emergency use on Friday evening.
U.S. single-day COVID death toll passes 3,300
The FDA's approval of the Pfizer coronavirus vaccine came on the deadliest day in the U.S.' battle against the pandemic. More than 3,300 people died of the virus, with the country's total death toll nearing 300,000. Janet Shamlian reports on the struggle facing hospitals and health care workers across the country.
FDA authorizes Pfizer's COVID-19 vaccine for emergency use
The first doses of the vaccine will be delivered in less than 24 hours, President Trump said Friday.
Medical conference linked to 300,000 COVID-19 cases
Super-spreader event in late February brought the virus to Australia, Slovakia and 29 U.S. states in following months.
Feds to buy additional 100 million doses of Moderna vaccine
Government promises that the vaccine, which still needs FDA approval, will be free to patients.
COVID-19 testing overwhelms microbiology labs
Over 200 million COVID-19 tests have been processed this year. Holiday travel and the surge in new infections have only intensified the demand, putting lab workers under strain. Rachael Liesman, the director of clinical microbiology at the University of Kansas Health System, joined CBSN's Lana Zak to discuss.
FDA authorizes Pfizer's coronavirus vaccine
The Food and Drug Administration on Friday authorized Pfizer's coronavirus vaccine for emergency use. Frontline medical workers and residents of long-term care facilities will be the first to get the shots. Manuel Bojorquez has the latest.
Doctor has message for COVID-19 doubters and non-maskers
As the number of people hospitalized with the coronavirus continues to increase, one doctor has a message for those who think it's a hoax or refuse to wear a face covering.
Why some Black Americans are skeptical of a COVID-19 vaccine
As the U.S. moves closer to approving a coronavirus vaccine, public health officials are working to confront the long history of racism and mistreatment of Black Americans.
SCOTUS rejects lawsuit to overturn election results
In a 7-2 ruling, the Supreme Court justices on Friday refused to hear a lawsuit that tried to overturn election results in Pennsylvania, Michigan, Georgia and Wisconsin. Ben Tracy has details.
Record hospitalizations reported amid pandemic
As hospitals see more patients coming into their facilities amid the pandemic, cities are taking steps, including shutting down indoor dining, to try to slow the spread of the coronavirus. Janet Shamlian reports.
FDA says it will work "rapidly" to approve Pfizer vaccine
Mark Meadows called FDA Commissioner Dr. Stephen Hahn Friday and told him to approve the Pfizer vaccine or consider resigning, according to a senior administration official.
Hospitals practice COVID-19 vaccine distribution
Hospital workers across the country are practicing how to distribute the coronavirus vaccine once the shipments from Pfizer arrive. Meg Oliver takes a closer look.
Secret Santa surprises essential workers with Christmas cash
In the coming weeks, Secret Santa will give away about $100,000 total — to total strangers.
New Jersey hospital practices how to distribute COVID-19 vaccine
University Hospital in New Jersey will have the ability to vaccinate more than 3,000 people per week.
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HHS Secretary Alex Azar and FDA Commissioner Scott Gottlieb appear on Sunday's "Face the Nation"
Clorox wipes won't return to store shelves until mid-2021
Consumer products company ships a million packages of disinfecting wipes to retailers every day — it's not enough.
COVID-19 vaccine distribution plan in motion
While the U.S. waits for the Food and Drug Administration's decision to give Pfizer's COVID-19 vaccine emergency-use authorization, the wheels are already turning to roll out the vaccine almost immediately. The Pfizer plant in western Michigan said it's ready to ship 6.4 million doses within 24 hours of approval. Tanya Rivero spoke with CBS News transportation correspondent Kris Van Cleave about the steps being taken.
COVID-19 tearing through nursing homes, as deaths rise
"Your heart is being ripped out," one nursing home administrator says as the coronavirus continues to cut down seniors.
FDA working "rapidly" on authorizing vaccine
The Food and Drug Administration said it is working "rapidly" to give emergency-use authorization to Pfizer and BioNTech's coronavirus vaccine. Hospitals and pharmacies across the country are urgently preparing for the arrival of the first COVID-19 vaccine in the U.S. "CBS This Morning" lead national correspondent David Begnaud reports on the latest developments on the vaccine, and Dr. Anthony Harris, medical director and chief innovation officer for WorkCare, joined CBSN's Tanya Rivero to discuss.
COVID driving record homelessness figures in NYC, advocates say
The Campaign 4 NY/NY Housing said more than 20,000 single adults were sleeping in shelters — more than any time in history.
Texas dad deported to Ghana was then forced to go to Mali, he says
Poll finds Democrats still boosted by voters' economic concerns
Lula wins 4th term as Brazil's president, but Bolsonaro rejects results
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