Full interview: Surgeon General Dr. Vivek Murthy on "Face the Nation"
Dr. Murthy discusses concerns around the Omicron variant.
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Full transcript of "Face the Nation" on December 5, 2021
On this "Face the Nation" broadcast, Dr. Vivek Murthy and Governor Ned Lamont sat down with Margaret Brennan
Gottlieb on vaccine availability worldwide
Dr. Scott Gotlieb, the former FDA commissioner, said last week that five of eight countries in the U.S. travel ban had turned down vaccines. He said "we do need to get capacities into these countries so it's not a recurring problem."
Connecticut governor on Omicron spread
Connecticut Governor Ned Lamont, whose state has detected the Omicron variant, said that he is "concerned" about the spread of Omicron, especially since his state is located between New York and Boston.
WHO COVID technical lead on boosters
Following WHO comments last month that COVID booster rollout is a "scandal," WHO COVID-19 technical lead Dr. Maria Van Kerkhove said Sunday that it is "unjust" that some countries are doing boosters while others struggle to vaccinate their populations.
States brace for impact as Omicron hits
CBS News senior national correspondent Mark Strassmann reports on the ongoing impacts of the coronavirus pandemic in the United States.
Open: This is "Face the Nation," December 5
Today on "Face the Nation," with the world still battling COVID's Delta surge, preparations are now underway to combat a new threat.
Transcript: Maria Van Kerkhove on "Face the Nation"
The following is a transcript of an interview with Maria Van Kerkhove, WHO COVID-19 technical lead, that aired December 5, 2021 on "Face the Nation."
COVID cases on the rise worldwide
CBS News senior foreign correspondent Elizabeth Palmer reports from Seoul, South Korea, on the global impacts of COVID-19
Transcript: Francis deSouza on "Face the Nation"
The following is a transcript of an interview with Illumina CEO Francis deSouza on Sunday, December 5, 2021.
Transcript: Governor Ned Lamont on "Face the Nation"
The following is a transcript of an interview with Connecticut Governor Ned Lamont that aired Sunday, December 5, 2021, on "Face the Nation."
Transcript: Dr. Scott Gottlieb on "Face the Nation"
The following is a transcript of an interview with former FDA Commissioner Dr. Scott Gottlieb on Sunday, December 5, 2021.
Transcript: Dr. Vivek Murthy on "Face the Nation"
The following is a transcript of an interview with Dr. Vivek Murthy, U.S. Surgeon General, that aired on Sunday, December 5, 2021, on "Face the Nation."
Omicron variant detected in at least 11 states
As of Saturday morning, health officials have confirmed cases of the Omicron variant in 11 states from Hawaii to New York. Doctors warn it is likely already more widespread than reported. In the meantime, the CDC warns the Delta variant is still killing roughly 1,000 people every day. CBS News' Tom Hanson has more, and then emergency room physician at Brigham and Women's Hospital, professor at Harvard Medical School and author of "Inside Medicine" at Bulletin.com Dr. Jeremy Faust joins CBSN to discuss the spread of the Omicron variant.
Omicron interrupts holiday planning in the U.K.
COVID-19 variant Omicron is pushing its way into many countries and the U.K. is no exception. CBS News contributor Simon Bates sheds light on what Britain's residents are facing in the weeks before Christmas in this weekend's edition of "London Calling."
Multiple states report Omicron variant cases
The highly contagious Omicron COVID-19 variant, first detected in South Africa, has made its way from coast to coast in the United States this week, with cases reported in at least 11 states. While the number of infections is low, there are a lot of questions about the new variant. Tom Hanson has the latest on the pandemic response.
Biden addresses November jobs report
The U.S. added just 210,000 new jobs in November, a figure well below economists' prediction of 550,000. But in a sign of improvement, the unemployment rate fell to 4.2%. CBS News senior White House correspondent Weijia Jiang joins CBSN's Lana Zak with reaction from the White House.
More cases of Omicron variant detected in U.S.
The Omicron variant has been confirmed in at least nine states across the U.S. Scientists say it appears to be spreading twice as fast as the Delta variant. Elise Preston takes a look.
U.S. economy added only 210,000 jobs in November
The November jobs report fell far short of expectations. Weijia Jiang has reaction from the White House.
COVID cases rise ahead of holiday
Coronavirus infections are rising again in half the country, just as people begin traveling for Thanksgiving. More than 53 million people are expected to hit the road this holiday weekend, creating concerns of large indoor gatherings. Tom Wait has more.
Stricter COVID restrictions following WHO warning
With various countries in Europe seeing an increase in COVID-19 cases, the World Health Organization warns that as many as 500,000 people may die by next spring. Now European countries are turning to stricter restrictions. Imtiaz Tyab has the story.
Omicron coronavirus strain spreads in U.S.
The CEO of BioNTech says the coronavirus vaccine it developed with Pfizer may need to be adapted to be more effective against the Omicron variant, cases of which have been confirmed in at least five U.S. states. Pulmonary specialist Dr. Len Horovitz joins CBSN's Elaine Quijano to discuss the potential for a new vaccine and how people can best protect themselves.
Biden promotes small businesses amid drop in stocks
Despite some concerns about the Omicron variants impact on an already fragile stock market, President Biden said he's not at all worried about the possible fall. Weijia Jiang reports.
U.S. to restrict travel from southern Africa
The U.S. on Monday will join the European Union in imposing strict new travel restrictions on South Africa and several other countries in response to the new Omicron COVID-19 variant. Debora Patta reports.
Scientists working to determine severity of Omicron
With little information to go on at the moment, scientists are assessing just how dangerous the newest COVID-19 variant is. Meanwhile, cases are surging in parts of the U.S. with lagging vaccination rates. Lilia Luciano has more.
Kimberly Guilfoyle preparing to resign as ambassador to Greece
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