Biden criticizes states for lifting mask mandates
Governors in Texas and Mississippi are reversing their mask mandates before high-risk groups are fully vaccinated.
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Doctors, officials react to Texas' reversal of COVID-19 restrictions
"Yes, we are on the cusp of a change with the coronavirus," said Dr. Neeta Ogden. "That kind of end is in sight but it's still too early."
Gregg Popovich rips Texas governor for lifting mask mandate
"That's not the way to do it. This is really ridiculous," he said.
Texas to lift statewide mask mandate
"Please hear me clearly: At this level of cases, with variants spreading, we stand to completely lose the hard-earned ground we have gained," CDC Director Rochelle Walensky told reporters on Monday.
U.S. hits grim COVID milestone amid new hope of third vaccine
CBS News senior national correspondent Mark Strassmann reports on the latest developments in vaccine distribution as the U.S. continues its battle against COVID-19.
CDC recommends double masks to protect against COVID-19
New guidance from the CDC advises wearing well-fitting, multilayer cloth face masks or layering a cloth mask over a disposable mask.
Dr. Deborah Birx on politics of the pandemic
In her first interview since leaving the White House, Dr. Deborah Birx, former White House coronavirus response coordinator, reflects on her time at the Trump White House, the politics of the pandemic and more.
Biden announces mask mandate for interstate travel
In an executive action, President Biden mandated masks for interstate travel and Pete Buttigieg, his pick for transportation secretary, said he would work to enforce new rules for travelers.
Biden's mask mandate may not do enough to boost the economy
But experts and the U.S. Chamber of Commerce also say a national push for Americans to cover up is a "no-brainer."
U.S. vaccine chief says "we need to improve" pace of COVID-19 shots
Moncef Slaoui, the chief adviser to Operation Warp Speed, said 17.5 million doses of coronavirus vaccines have shipped so far in the U.S.
Transcript: Moncef Slaoui on "Face the Nation"
The following is a transcript of an interview with Operation Warp Speed Chief Adviser Moncef Slaoui that aired Sunday, January 3, 2021, on "Face the Nation."
Mask maker specializes in creating smiles
Product designer Huckleberry Starnes makes custom masks highlighting the wearer's personality rather than hiding it. Mark Strassmann shares how the masks are putting smiles on faces during these tough times.
Video shows NYC Republicans dancing at maskless holiday party
"COVID conga lines are not smart," New York Governor Andrew Cuomo said of the party that was held amid a worsening coronavirus pandemic.
Transcript: Jerome Adams on "Face the Nation"
The following is a transcript of an interview with Surgeon General Jerome Adams that aired Sunday, December 20, 2020, on "Face the Nation."
Pelosi says members must wear a mask to speak on the House floor
Until now, members of Congress have been able to remove their masks when speaking on the House floor.
Transcript: Alex Azar on "Face the Nation"
The following is a transcript of an interview with Health and Human Services Secretary Alex Azar that aired Sunday, December 13, 2020, on "Face the Nation."
FDA working "rapidly" on authorizing vaccine
The Food and Drug Administration said it is working "rapidly" to give emergency-use authorization to Pfizer and BioNTech's coronavirus vaccine. Hospitals and pharmacies across the country are urgently preparing for the arrival of the first COVID-19 vaccine in the U.S. "CBS This Morning" lead national correspondent David Begnaud reports on the latest developments on the vaccine, and Dr. Anthony Harris, medical director and chief innovation officer for WorkCare, joined CBSN's Tanya Rivero to discuss.
GOP governor blasts those not following COVID safety rules
"Don't act like a bunch of children," he said, blasting people who don't wear masks "just to make some bizarre political point" for being "horribly irresponsible."
Will I have to wear a mask once I get the COVID vaccine?
A doctor explains why wearing masks will still be necessary for a while even after vaccines arrive.
"Wear a mask" tops list of 2020 quotes
"We are all Lakers today" and several other moving quotes made the list.
U.S. vaccine chief sees "light at the end of the tunnel"
Slaoui told "Face the Nation" the U.S. "may start to see some impact on the most susceptible people" with a coronavirus vaccine in January or February.
Transcript: Moncef Slaoui on "Face the Nation"
The following is a transcript of an interview with Operation Warp Speed chief adviser Moncef Slaoui that aired Sunday, December 6, 2020, on "Face the Nation."
CDC recommends "universal mask wearing" outside home
New guidance lists "universal wearing of face masks" as the first strategy to help stop the spread of the coronavirus.
Obituary of Kansas COVID-19 victim blasts anti-maskers
"He died with COVID-19, and his final days were harder, scarier and lonelier than necessary," the obit said.
Biden plans to ask nation to wear masks for 100 days
"Just 100 days to mask. Not forever — 100 days," Mr. Biden said. "I think we'll see a significant reduction if that occurs with vaccinations and masking, to drive down the numbers considerably."
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