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.
Michigan Lt. Gov. Garlin Gilchrist on state's pandemic response
Michigan's top epidemiologist says the state's coronavirus caseload is plateauing, though residents must remain on high alert as hospitalizations climb. Lieutenant Governor Garlin Gilchrist joined CBSN to discuss how Michigan officials are responding to the pandemic.
Senate passes stopgap government funding bill ahead of deadline
The bill, which funds the government through next Friday, must be signed before midnight.
Cuomo says NYC indoor dining suspended starting Monday
The New York governor said indoor dining is too high of a risk given hospitalizations, a rising infection rate and the city's density.
Hospital ready to start vaccinating next week
As daily coronavirus deaths reach record highs, the promise of effective vaccines appears to offer a light at the end of the tunnel. A hospital in New York City hopes to start giving the Pifzer vaccine to its frontline workers next week, pending FDA emergency use authorization. From inside Mount Sinai Hospital, CBS News correspondent Nikki Battiste reports on the challenges of distributing, storing and administering the vaccine.
Cuomo announces NYC must close indoor dining
New York Governor Andrew Cuomo announced an update on COVID-19 restrictions, including an end to indoor dining in New York City as of Monday. "The federal government must provide relief to these bars and restaurants," Cuomo said. Watch his remarks.
"Dancing with the Stars" judge Carrie Ann Inaba has COVID-19
"I just wanted to remind you all to stay vigilant because I am following all the protocols and we have so many strict protocols in place and even then I caught it," she said.
Doctor: Pfizer vaccine "extremely safe"
The FDA says it is rapidly working to issue emergency use authorization for Pfizer's coronavirus vaccine. This comes as the U.S. faced its deadliest week of the pandemic so far. CBS News correspondent David Begnaud reports on the logistical challenges ahead for the vaccine rollout, and Dr. Bob Lahita, chairman of medicine at St. Joseph University Hospital, joined CBSN to discuss some common concerns surrounding the vaccine.
Biden's COVID team prepares for transition
President-elect Joe Biden and his transition team will be taking responsibility for the nation's coronavirus response and the rollout of vaccines in the midst of an unprecedented health crisis. Dr. Celine Gounder, an NYU epidemiologist and member of Mr. Biden's coronavirus advisory board, joins "CBSN AM" to discuss how the team is preparing.
Developing a COVID-19 vaccine in record time
Two major drug companies, Pfizer and Moderna, could see their coronavirus vaccines roll out in the U.S. this month, once the FDA grants emergency authorization. Adam Rogers, a senior correspondent at WIRED, joins CBSN to break down how scientists were able to pull it off in record time.
GOP governor blasts those not following COVID safety rules
"Don't act like a bunch of children," he said, blasting people who don't wear masks "just to make some bizarre political point" for being "horribly irresponsible."
Stimulus deal could block lawsuits over COVID-19 deaths
Key sticking point in relief funding talks is a proposal that would make it much harder to sue employers and organizations.
Leaders work to combat vaccine skepticism among African Americans and Latinos
When surveyed, 60% of Americans say they would "definitely" or "probably" get a vaccine. But in another survey only 14% of African American and 34% of Latinos trust it will be safe.
Combatting coronavirus vaccine mistrust
According to a survey, 60% of Americans say they would "definitely" or "probably" get a coronavirus vaccine. But another survey shows only 14% of African Americans and 34% percent of Latinos trust a vaccine will be safe. Adriana Diaz reports on measures to tackle vaccine mistrust.
FDA panel endorses Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine
An FDA advisory panel endorsed the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine, and hospitals are preparing to administer it. David Begnaud reports.
Citizen journalist detained for reporting on China COVID outbreak, "may not survive"
Former lawyer Zhang Zhan is on hunger strike and restrained 24-hours a day to prevent her from pulling out a feeding tube, her lawyer says.
Up to 40 million Americans face eviction by the end of 2020
A recent study found over 400,000 additional coronavirus cases and 10,000 deaths were linked to the expirations of various state eviction protections over the summer.
Bodycam footage shows raid on fired COVID scientist's home
"Unless the hacker is hacking into a military installation and they are a terrorist group, you didn't need that show of force," one expert said.
Scratch-and-sniff test may prove huge help in COVID fight
Screening tool using cardboard card and an app may find many more cases early than current tests, they say – and cost only a fraction as much.
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