What to know about COVID-19 as fall approaches
Answers to some of the frequently asked questions about the virus, breakthrough infections and booster shots.
Delta Variant
Public schools facing massive enrollment drop
Enrollment in public schools during the pandemic has seen a significant drop, according to the Education Department. Carter Evans takes a look at why students are vanishing from the system.
J&J says its COVID booster shot strengthens immunity
Johnson & Johnson released data on its booster shot that shows a second dose eight months after the initial dose increases immunity. CBS News' Mark Strassmann has more on the company's announcement amid a surge in pediatric COVID cases. Then, Dr. Jeremy Faust, an attending physician at Brigham and Women's Hospital's department of emergency medicine, joins CBSN's Lana Zak to discuss the rest of the day's coronavirus headlines.
Thousands of Mississippi students catch COVID
In Mississippi, low vaccination rates are leading to a surge in COVID cases, including students heading back to school. In August alone, nearly 12,000 Mississippi students tested positive for COVID, with another almost 29,000 students forced to quarantine. Mark Strassmann reports.
U.S. health officials urge Americans to get vaccinated
Health officials are urging Americans to get vaccinated as most U.S. counties experience "high" coronavirus transmission. As CBS News' Manuel Bojorquez reports, Dr. Fauci says the nation could get control of the virus by next spring if more people roll up their sleeves. Then, Dr. Adam Brown, an emergency physician and the COVID national task force chair at Envision Healthcare, joins CBSN's Elaine Quijano to discuss the rest of the day's COVID headlines.
COVID fears cause school bus driver shortage
As schools reopen nationwide, bus drivers are in high demand due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Errol Barnett has this story.
San Antonio teachers push for in-person classes
Teachers at a San Antonio school are campaigning door-to-door, hoping to convince parents to let their children resume in-person classes this fall. Teachers claim that in-person learning is not only better for academic performance, but critical for their school’s funding. Janet Shamlian has more.
Delta variant drives COVID surge
Coronavirus cases continue to spike across the country as the Delta variant fuels new infections. The nation saw a 14% jump in the number of COVID-19 cases caused by the highly contagious strain. Michael George joins with the latest.
ICU beds in short supply as COVID-19 cases continue to spike
The nation saw a 14% jump in the number of COVID-19 cases caused by the highly contagious strain.
Delta variant ravages the southern U.S.
The more contagious Delta variant of COVID-19 is ravaging the south. As Manuel Bojorquez reports, hospitalizations are spiking in the southern states. Then, Dr. Taison Bell, a critical care and infectious disease physician and the medical ICU director at the University of Virginia, joins CBSN's Lana Zak to discuss the coronavirus news of the day.
Lawsuit over NYC's COVID vaccine mandate
New York City now requires customers and employees of restaurants, gyms and other indoor public venues to show proof of vaccination. Mayor Bill de Blasio calls it a necessity as the Delta variant causes a rise in COVID-19 cases. But a group of small businesses is suing the city, claiming they're unfairly targeted and that there should be exemptions. Katie Honan, a reporter at The City, spoke with CBSN's Omar Villafranca about the controversy.
COVID booster shots coming soon
CBS News correspondent Janet Shamlian has the latest on the summer surge in coronavirus cases as the Biden administration prepares to roll out booster shots next month. Then Dr. Adam Brown, an emergency physician and the COVID-19 national task force chair at Envision Healthcare, joins CBSN's Lana Zak to discuss the latest on vaccines and the risk of "breakthrough" infections.
Delta surge strains hospitals across southern states
Many ICU units throughout the South are at or nearing capacity as the Delta variant sweeps through the region. Janet Shamlian reports.
Alabama runs out of ICU beds as COVID cases surge
Hospitals in Alabam have run out of intensive care unit beds as coronavirus cases spike across the state.
Mississippi doctor on COVID-19 surge
Mississippi is seeing thousands of new COVID-19 cases per day and hospitals are overwhelmed by the influx of severely ill patients. Dr. LouAnn Woodward from the University of Mississippi Medical Center spoke with Laura Podesta on CBSN about what the situation is like there and what schools need to do to keep children healthy.
Garth Brooks cancels tour dates because of COVID Delta surge
"Now, watching this new wave, I realize we are still in the fight and I must do my part," Brooks said.
Delta fuels need for COVID-19 boosters & tests
The Delta variant is fueling the need for COVID-19 booster shots and more regular testing. Dr. Tara Narula explains the data behind the new policy.
Study: Vaccines don't lower viral load in Delta breakthrough cases
Oxford research indicates people who catch the Delta variant despite vaccination may pose a significant infection risk, even though they're unlikely to get seriously ill.
Biden unveils plan for COVID vaccine booster shots
The Biden administration is recommending COVID booster shots for Americans who have been vaccinated in order to help fight the Delta variant. David Begnaud has more details.
Travelers are canceling trips with COVID numbers rising again
As the Delta variant fuels another spike in COVID-19 numbers, people longing to see friends and loved ones are struggling with what to do.
TSA to extend mask mandate through January 2022
"The purpose of TSA's mask directive is to minimize the spread of COVID-19 on public transportation," the agency said Tuesday.
COVID-19 symptoms and the Delta variant
U.S. scientists are investigating whether fully vaccinated people are experiencing different symptoms with the Delta variant than with prior variants.
Even some Trump hotels requiring masks as COVID spreads
The former president has shunned face coverings, but guests at several of his properties still need to wear them.
Retail sales slid in July amid jump in COVID-19 cases
Consumers spent less on clothing, furniture and sporting goods, a sign the pandemic is again hurting the economy.
Doctors fight "two pandemics": COVID surge and misinformation
At Baton Rouge General, they're treating 180 COVID patients — 78 of which are in the ICU.
Jane Doe's attorney says "she was incapable of consent," alleges cover-up
Christa Pike critically ill, intubated after botched execution, attorneys say
More details emerge about FlyDubai co-pilot who tried to crash plane
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Trump vows Iran war to end "very quickly" as more troops head to Mideast
Judge says federal law banning noncitizen voting is unconstitutional
Professor to present findings questioning whether Epstein killed himself
Trump says Europe will release "massive amount" of diesel oil from stockpiles
Photo of Jane Doe shared in Snapchat group on night of alleged rape
