Bills hold on for playoff win as Damar Hamlin cheers team on from home
The win sets up a rematch with the Bengals two weeks after the last game between the teams was canceled following the on-field collapse of Damar Hamlin.
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Damar Hamlin cheers on Bills from home
Buffalo Bills safety Damar Hamlin continues his recovery after being released from the hospital last week. Hamlin tweeted cheering on his teammates as the Bills won their wild card game against the Miami Dolphins.
Damar Hamlin visits teammates at Buffalo Bills practice
His visit came less than two weeks after suffering a cardiac arrest during a football game in Cincinnati.
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Damar Hamlin released from Buffalo hospital
Bills safety Damar Hamlin was released from a hospital in Buffalo, New York, on Wednesday, nine days after he suffered a cardiac arrest and collapsed on the field during a football game. Hamlin was previously transferred from a hospital in Cincinnati to one in Buffalo. He was discharged Wednesday after undergoing "a comprehensive medical evaluation," the Bills said in a statement.
How parents can protect young athletes
The on-field collapse of Buffalo Bills safety Damar Hamlin during a football game has placed a renewed spotlight on the safety of contact sports. Over 60 million kids in the U.S. participate in organized sports, and cardiac arrest is the leading cause of death among young athletes. Norah O'Donnell visited an ice rink to speak with a doctor about how parents can protect their kids.
Cardiac arrest in youth athletes is rare, but does happen. Here's how to prepare
About 60 million kids in the U.S. participate in organized sports, and cardiac arrest is the leading cause of death among young athletes.
Damar Hamlin discharged from Buffalo hospital 9 days after cardiac arrest
The Buffalo Bills safety collapsed on the field during a televised game against the Cincinnati Bengals on Monday, Jan. 2.
Foundation urges heart screenings for athletes
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Damar Hamlin's recovery; Georgia's championship
Buffalo Bills safety Damar Hamlin has been transferred to a Buffalo hospital for what doctors call "the next stage of his recovery." CBS News special correspondent James Brown, host of "The NFL Today" and "Inside The NFL," joined Vladimir Duthiers and Anne-Marie Green to discuss the support around the league for Hamlin, plus Georgia's national championship win over TCU.
Dr. Celine Gounder on vaccine misinformation
Falsehoods about COVID vaccines spiked online following sports journalist Grant Wahl's sudden death last month and Damar Hamlin's recent cardiac arrest, indicating a coordinated effort by anti-vaccine activists. Elaine Quijano and Lana Zak are joined by CBS News medical contributor Dr. Celine Gounder. She was married to Grant Wahl and his written an opinion piece for The New York Times on the topic.
Bills win emotional game over Patriots
The Buffalo Bills beat the New England Patriots in a Week 18 matchup just days after Damar Hamlin's scary injury. Tyler Dragon, USA Today's NFL and Olympic sports reporter, joined Anne-Marie Green and Jericka Duncan to discuss the game and preview the NFL playoffs.
Damar Hamlin transferred to Buffalo hospital from one in Cincinnati
The move comes a week after the Buffalo Bills safety suffered an on-field cardiac arrest at Cincinnati's Paycor Stadium.
Bills win first game since Damar Hamlin's collapse
The Bills returned the opening kickoff for a touchdown and shortly after, Hamlin tweeted "OMFG!!!!!!!!!!!!!"
Hamlin’s recovery inspiring good deeds, donations
The recovery of Buffalo Bills safety Damar Hamlin, after he suffered a cardiac arrest on the field during a football game Monday night, is inspiring the NFL and local communities nationwide to spread goodwill to each other and beyond. Michael George has the details.
Hamlin makes first public comments since cardiac arrest: "The love is felt"
Hamlin remains hospitalized, but the Buffalo Bills shared that although he is still in critical condition, he is breathing on his own, and his "neurological function is excellent."
Roger Goodell pens message to NFL fans after Damar Hamlin's injury
Hamlin, a safety for the NFL's Buffalo Bills, suffered an on-field injury during a game on Monday night.
Damar Hamlin breathing on his own
The Buffalo Bills Damar Hamlin is breathing on his own and talking after going into cardiac arrest on the field during a game Monday night. Jeff Glor reports.
Damar Hamlin's fundraiser donations surge after cardiac arrest
Donations poured in within hours after Damar Hamlin suddenly suffered cardiac arrest after a tackle, with some donating thousands.
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Team: Damar Hamlin talking, breathing on his own
Buffalo Bills safety Damar Hamlin is now breathing on his own and talking following his on-field collapse earlier this week after suffering a cardiac arrest, the team said. He was able to FaceTime his teammates from his hospital room, according to Bills head coach Sean McDermott.
Damar Hamlin's breathing tube removed and he's able to talk, team says
The Buffalo Bills say Damar Hamlin is breathing on his own and able to speak to his family, doctors and teammates.
Las Vegas high school student collapses, dies during flag football game
The death comes just days after Buffalo Bills safety Damar Hamlin went into cardiac arrest during an NFL game Monday night.
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As many as three tankers came under attack in the Strait of Hormuz as the U.S. and Iran continued exchanging threats with peace talks on hold.
Trump weighs allowing Turkey to have F-35s as NATO summit begins
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Sen. Bernie Sanders says he encouraged Graham Platner to step aside
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Senate GOP leaders say they've talked with McConnell by phone
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Prince Harry loses long legal battle against U.K. tabloid publisher
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Nara Organics infant formula linked to another case of botulism
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Mexico probing possible U.S. violation in drug lord capture: "Someone lied"
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Prosecutors in LA announce charges against Indian syndicate "Bishnoi"
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Sen. Bernie Sanders says he encouraged Graham Platner to step aside
Independent Sen. Bernie Sanders of Vermont said Tuesday that he spoke with Maine Democratic Senate nominee Graham Platner and recommended that he exit the Senate race.
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Walmart cuts prices on thousands of items, including beef and soda
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Sen. Bernie Sanders says he encouraged Graham Platner to step aside
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U.K. far-right leader Nigel Farage resigns as lawmaker in risky gamble
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Nara Organics infant formula linked to another case of botulism
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Prince Harry loses long legal battle against U.K. tabloid publisher
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