What to look out for as coronavirus spreads
Coronavirus fears are high as at least 20 states in the U.S. report cases. Dr. Eric Cioe-Pena joined CBSN with more on what the public needs to know about the ongoing outbreak.
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Senate passes coronavirus spending package
The Senate approved an $8.3 billion emergency supplemental package Thursday to respond to the coronavirus outbreak. CBS News Digital political reporter Grace Segers joined CBSN to discuss the latest.
Testing kits rushed to quarantined cruise
California health officials said 35 people aboard the Grand Princess Cruise ship have exhibited flu-like symptoms after the ship was quarantined 70 miles off the coast of San Francisco on Thursday. The California National Guard rushed to deliver 300 coronavirus testing kits to the ship amid a state of emergency over California’s first coronavirus-linked death - an elderly man who had been a passenger on the same ship just weeks ago. Jamie Yuccas spoke to some passengers stuck aboard.
Government accused of late coronavirus action
The U.S. government is getting criticism in the race to respond to the coronavirus crisis. The CDC is accused of botching the initial rollout of testing kits and not getting more Americans tested for coronavirus sooner. Ben Tracy reports from Washington D.C. where federal officials are scrambling to contain potential outbreaks.
Keeping kids safe as states reopen
At least 19 states and Washington, D.C. are reporting cases of a mysterious illness appearing in children that is potentially linked to the coronavirus. This raises major concerns as the U.S. starts to reopen and President Trump pushes to open schools. CBS News senior medical correspondent Dr. Tara Narula joins “CBS This Morning” to answer viewer questions about how to keep children safe.
Consumers face coronavirus price-gouging
As fears over the coronavirus grow, people are frantically buying up supplies and leaving store shelves empty. Prices are also sky-rocketing online as demand grows, such as two large bottles of Purell hand sanitizer on sale for nearly $300 on Amazon. The same size normally sells for about $9 a bottle. An Amazon spokesperson says the company does not allow price gouging and it has "recently blocked or removed tens of thousands of offers." Anna Werner reports from a pharmacy in Manhattan on how coronavirus price gouging is affecting consumers.
What else can the U.S. do about coronavirus?
Some countries around the world are closing schools and, in extreme cases like China, implementing mass quarantines in an effort to contain the coronavirus. Amid accusations the federal government may not be doing enough to contain its spread, Dr. Tara Narula joins “CBS This Morning” to share what she thinks the U.S. can learn from other countries about controlling the coronavirus.
A look at the global coronavirus impact
Coronavirus outbreaks have affected 84 countries around the globe, with 21 states in the U.S. seeing confirmed cases. The virus has killed over 3,300 people, but more than 55,000 patients who were infected have since recovered. CBS News has correspondents in Japan, Italy, and here in the U.S. to talk about how coronavirus is impacting the world.
Coronavirus' impact on the U.S. economy
Coronavirus quarantines in China have had a significant impact on the global economy. In Los Angeles, where 40% of all shipped imports enter the country at the U.S.' largest port, traffic is slowing down and affecting job earnings as factory shutdowns are taking a toll on the supply chain. Everything from the automotive industry to the toy industry are taking a hit. Jill Schlesinger joins "CBS This Morning" to explain how U.S. consumers could feel the economic impact of the coronavirus.
Coronavirus: What you need to know
As the coronavirus spreads in the U.S., “CBS This Morning” brought together a panel of health experts to answer your questions. CBS News Medical Contributor Dr. Tara Narula, Director of the Center for Infectious Disease Research and Policy at the University of Minnesota Michael Osterholm and respiratory specialist Dr. Vin Gupta explain the most pressing questions surrounding the coronavirus.
Coronavirus-related racism seeps into U.S.
As the U.S. panics over potential coronavirus outbreaks, racism and discrimination against Asian Americans is on the rise. Restaurants and businesses with Asian or Asian American owners from California to New York report seeing drops in sales. Weijia Jiang speaks to people in New York’s Chinatown, including the owner of a popular restaurant who says he has lost over a million dollars since people began fearing coronavirus transmission.
Doctor on coronavirus facts and precautions
Dr. Tara Narula joins “CBS This Morning” to provide tips and dispel myths as Americans begin to feel the effects of the global coronavirus crisis. Narula shares critical information about the illness and what you can do to protect yourself.
Trump signs coronavirus spending bill
President Trump signed an $8.3 billion emergency supplemental package to respond to the coronavirus on Friday morning, after the bill was passed by overwhelming bipartisan majorities in both houses of Congress earlier this week. Watch his remarks.
Cruise ship stranded over coronavirus
In the United States, there are now at least 230 confirmed cases of coronavirus across 21 states. This comes as officials are testing cruise ship passengers stranded 70 miles off the coast of San Francisco. CBS News' Naomi Ruchim joined CBSN AM with more.
Coronavirus price gouging accusations
Cleaning and sanitizing supplies are vanishing from store shelves amid the coronavirus fears, and some retailers are vastly increasing prices of goods. CBS News consumer investigative correspondent Anna Werner joined CBSN AM with more.
Italy scrambles to contain coronavirus
Italy was the first first European country to ban flights from China, but that didn't stop the coronavirus from spreading there. CBS News foreign correspondent Charlie D'Agata joined CBSN from Rome with how Italy is responding to the outbreak.
Coronavirus: The Race to Respond
As the coronavirus spreads across the country and around the world, “CBS This Morning’s” special, “Coronavirus: The Race to Respond,” addresses critical information on how the virus is being tracked and treated. Reporters in multiple countries share the latest on infection numbers, supply shortages and the economic impact. Medical experts answer pressing questions, and share how to protect yourself and your family.
Coronavirus: Fact vs. fiction
The spread of misinformation with the coronavirus is a real concern. Dr. Celine Gounder from the NYU School of Medicine and Bellevue Hospital joined CBSN to break down what we know about the disease.
Surrogate babies stranded during lockdown
Babies delivered by surrogates, many awaiting American families, are being left stranded in maternity wards around the world, including in Ukraine, as COVID-19 travel restrictions prevent new parents collecting their children. Holly Williams reports.
Trump not halting rallies over coronavirus
The Trump administration is working to meet the surging demand for coronavirus test kits as the number of confirmed cases spreads across 29 states. While the CDC and U.S. health officials work to inform the public and urge caution, President Trump touted the $8.3 billion Congress recently allocated to combat the virus. Mr. Trump said he has no plans to stop campaign rallies despite warnings about gathering in crowded areas, particularly for the elderly. Weijia Jiang shares further details on the White House response.
Traveling amid coronavirus: What to know
As coronavirus cases multiply across the globe causing severe disruptions to day-to-day life, the tourism industry has been among the hardest-hit. Travelers are on high alert as cruise lines, hotels and airlines see demand plummet. Jesse Ashlock, U.S. editor of Conde Nast Traveler, joins "CBS This Morning: Saturday" with tips and precautions travelers can take.
Doctor on CDC's latest coronavirus warnings
As public concern over the coronavirus spreads almost as quickly as the disease itself, people are looking out for any information that would help them or their loved ones stay safe. Dr. David Agus joins "CBS This Morning: Saturday" to talk about what medical experts know so far and what precautions you can take.
U.S. students to leave Italy amid coronavirus
Italy now has the highest coronavirus death toll outside of China with the overall number of fatalities reaching just under 200. American students studying abroad in Italy have already gotten the call to leave the country as the country implements a nation-wide shutdown of schools and universities. Charlie D'Agata spoke to one student who felt they should be able to stay.
Coronavirus economic impact
New jobs numbers released Friday show a decrease in the unemployment rate before the spread of coronavirus. Yahoo Finance reporter Akiko Fujita spoke to CBSN's Reena Ninan about the broader economic impact of the spreading disease.
Pence meets with cruise line executives
Vice President Mike Pence met with cruise line executives in Florida on Saturday to discuss new screening procedures for the coronavirus. Weijia Jiang reports.
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