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California, western states issue COVID vaccine guidelines that break with CDC
California, Hawaii, Oregon and Washington on Wednesday issued unified recommendations on COVID-19, influenza and RSV vaccines that differ from those issued by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
New CDC advisory panel members include more COVID vaccine critics
HHS and CDC announced five new members of the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices just days ahead of a scheduled meeting that's likely to discuss COVID vaccines and more.
Death rate drops to lowest level since 2020, COVID no longer a leading cause
The death rate in the United States decline by 3.8% in 2024, falling to the lowest level since 2020, according to a federal report.
Warren, RFK Jr. clash over vaccine access
Sen. Elizabeth Warren of Massachusetts and HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. clashed over access to the COVID-19 shot and other vaccines. The exchange happened during Kennedy's appearance before the Senate Finance Committee.
CDC's new acting director faces looming decisions on vaccines
Deputy HHS secretary Jim O'Neill is also serving as acting CDC director as RFK Jr.'s newly appointed vaccine advisory panel prepares for its first meeting.
Trump demands COVID data from drug companies
President Trump on Monday called for pharmaceutical companies to release data on the success of COVID vaccines. CBS News chief White House correspondent Nancy Cordes has more on that and some of the other news coming out of the Oval Office.
Review of updated COVID vaccine guidelines
Dr. Céline Gounder, CBS News medical contributor and the editor at large for public health at KFF Health News, tells "CBS Mornings Plus" about changes to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration's COVID-19 vaccine guidelines.
Confusion over who can get new COVID-19 shot
There's confusion over who will be able to get the updated COVID-19 shot. Under new FDA guidelines, not everyone qualifies for a free vaccination. Dr. Céline Gounder, CBS News medical contributor and the editor at large for public health at KFF Health News, joins "CBS Mornings" to break it all down.
Can you get a COVID vaccine at your pharmacy?
The nation's largest pharmacy chains are offering appointments to get the new COVID-19 vaccine, but not in all states and not for all Americans. Shanelle Kaul reports.
CVS and Walgreens limit access to COVID vaccines as required by some state guidelines
CVS said the pharmacy chain cannot vaccinate those even with a prescription in Massachusetts, Nevada and New Mexico due to state laws and regulations.
Pentagon mulls speeding process to reinstate troops discharged over Covid vaccine
Veterans forced out under the mandate have been frustrated by what they described as a slow, arduous process to return to service.
Burned out at work? An expert offers advice on how to reduce stress.
Organizing your day and "micro routines" can help stressed out employees deal with the pressures of the day, according to lifestyle expert Maisha Wynn.
FDA authorizes updated COVID shots with restrictions on who can get them
The Food and Drug Administration rescinded the emergency use authorization that made COVID-19 shots available for healthy children under 5 years old.
Vaccine guidance for adults with heart disease
The American College of Cardiology put out updated vaccine guidance Tuesday for adults with heart disease, recommending those patients receive the vaccines for the flu, pneumococcal and COVID-19. People over 50 are advised to get vaccinated for RSV and shingles. Dr. Deepak Bhatt, director for the Mount Sinai Fuster Heart Hospital, joined CBS News to discuss the new recommendations.
Face the Nation: Ryan, Stitt, Gottlieb
Missed the second half of the show? The latest on...Democratic Rep. Pat Ryan, who represents a swing district in upstate New York, told "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" that "without question" it will be easier to win reelection with Kamala Harris at the top of the ticket instead of President Biden, Republican Oklahoma Gov. Kevin Stitt tells "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" that the "American people are really tired" of presidential campaigns being "about winning an argument", and Dr. Scott Gottlieb, the former FDA commissioner, tells "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" that despite the summer surge of COVID, the "timing is about right" for the rollout of the new COVID booster and free tests that will be available in the winter.
Widespread misinformation about COVID vaccines
In a new KFF poll, 3 in 5 adults say they will "probably not" or "definitely not" get the COVID-19 vaccine this fall. While there are many reasons why some decide against vaccination, doctors say misinformation is one factor that could be playing a role. CBS News Confirmed executive editor Rhona Tarrant reports on some of the persistent, false claims.
Pediatric group issues COVID vaccine guidance
The American Academy of Pediatrics is strongly recommending COVID vaccinations for children ages 6 months to 2 years old. The guidance is different from the CDC advice under HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr., which does not recommend COVID-19 shots for healthy kids of any age. CBS News medical contributor Dr. Celine Gounder explains what to know.
Pediatrics group's COVID vaccine recommendations differ from CDC advice
The American Academy of Pediatrics and CDC have shared different recommendations for children getting COVID-19 vaccines. Here's what to know.
Pediatric group recommends COVID-19 vaccines
For the first time in 30 years, a leading pediatric group is sharing vaccine recommendations that differ from the guidance of the federal government. The American Academy of Pediatrics is strongly recommending COVID-19 shots for children between the ages of 6 months and 2 years old. CBS News medical contributor Dr. Céline Gounder has more.
Authorities provide update on CDC shooting
The gunman in the deadly shooting outside the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's Atlanta headquarters had no known criminal history, but had left a written note expressing his "discontent with the COVID-19 vaccination," the director of the Georgia Bureau of Investigation said in a news conference Tuesday. CBS News correspondent Skyler Henry has more details.
Ex-Trump surgeon general blasts RFK Jr.'s halt to mRNA vaccine research
Adams, who served as surgeon general during the first Trump administration, said Kennedy's assertions about the efficacy of mRNA vaccines are "simply not true."
COVID levels rising in much of U.S., with highest in West, CDC says
A key indicator for tracking the spread of the COVID-19 virus has increased, according to the latest data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
RFK Jr. halts $500 million for mRNA vaccine research
HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. says the federal government is calling off around $500 million worth of vaccine development projects that use mRNA technology.
RFK Jr. cancels funding for mRNA vaccines
Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is halting nearly $500 million in funding to develop vaccines using mRNA technology. Dr. Jon LaPook reports.
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