Moderna announces test results for skin cancer vaccine
A vaccine and cancer drug dramatically improved survival rates for those with severe melanomas, results after three years showed.
A vaccine and cancer drug dramatically improved survival rates for those with severe melanomas, results after three years showed.
Moderna plans to begin a late-stage trial later this year of its combination vaccines that offer protection against both COVID-19 and the flu. Dr. Stephanie Navarro Silvera, a professor in the Department of Public Health at Montclair State University, explains why a dual shot would be considered "a win in terms of public health."
The CDC has recommended updated COVID-19 vaccines that will be available for all people older than 6 months old. CBS News correspondent Elaine Quijano spoke with CDC director Dr. Mandy Cohen about the decision to include children in the recommendation.
"Truth is, [the] pharmaceutical industry is enormously greedy, charging us outrageously, uncontrollably high prices," the senator told "Face the Nation."
The company announced a patient assistance program as it prepares for government-bought supplies to run out.
Drug manufacturer Moderna says its COVID-19 vaccine could cost as much as $130 per dose once it switches to commercial distribution. The Biden administration announced last year that the federal government would no longer be paying for the vaccines. Kaiser Family Foundation senior vice president Dr. Jen Kates joins CBS News to discuss the potential new costs for the vaccine.
Moderna's stock soared after the COVID-19 vaccine maker detailed progress in developing a potential preventive shot for melanoma, a deadly form of skin cancer.
Recent small studies, not yet peer-reviewed, suggested the new boosters may not be significantly better than the original vaccine formula.
The FDA has authorized an updated COVID-19 booster shot for children ages 5 years old and above. Dr. Dyan Hess, medical director for Gramercy Pediatrics, joins CBS News' Lana Zak and Errol Barnett to talk about the updated shot and what parents should know.
Children ages 5 and up are now eligible to get the new COVID-19 booster shots, which target both the original coronavirus and its Omicron variants. CBS News medical contributor Dr. David Agus joins us to discuss the vaccine, and he also answers questions about a new study on colonoscopies.
Providers have reported delays in shipments of Moderna's new shots, which make up some 20% of doses around the country.
President Biden said on CBS' "60 Minutes" the COVID-19 pandemic is over in the U.S. His comment came as updated booster shots are being rolled out across the country. Dr. Dyan Hes of Gramercy Pediatrics joined CBS News to discuss the latest.
You can get a flu shot and the new COVID booster at the same time, but Dr. Celine Gounder recommends holding off on getting a flu shot until later in the fall if possible.
As fall approaches and COVID-19 immunity wanes, updated boosters target Omicron subvariants. Dr. Celine Gounder explains how the shots work and who should get them right away.
The new shots are rolling out to pharmacies and other vaccination sites around the country.
The federal budget for buying and distributing COVID-19 vaccines will run out "as early as January."
The Food and Drug Administration has authorized new COVID boosters that are designed to be more effective against Omicron subvariants. Dr. David Agus joins CBS News to answer questions from viewers about the vaccine.
New COVID booster shots that target the latest Omicron variants could be available within days, after the FDA authorized the updated boosters made by Pfizer and Moderna.
Federal health officials say thousands of updated booster shots are already being shipped around the country.
Pfizer and Moderna expect to have updated vaccines to combat the latest Omicron variants as early as September, the Food and Drug Administration confirmed to CBS News.
CBS News medical contributor Dr. David Agus joins CBS News' Anne-Marie Green and Vladimir Duthiers to answer all your COVID-related questions including, whether or not you should wait to get boosted if you're taking an antibiotic and if mixing and matching booster doses could give you stronger immunity.
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration is considering ordering a recipe change for the vaccines made by both Pfizer and rival Moderna in hopes that modified boosters could better protect against another surge.
Data shows the booster is highly effective against the virus' Omicron variant, according to the drugmaker
CBS News medical contributor Dr. David Agus joined Anne-Marie Green and Vladimir Duthiers to answer all your questions about COVID-19.
The U.S. has taken another step toward making children younger than 5 years old eligible for COVID vaccinations. Advisers to the FDA on Wednesday unanimously voted to recommend authorization of Pfizer and Moderna's vaccines for kids aged 6 months to under 5 years. It's a critical move for the youngest Americans, who until now have not been able to be inoculated. Meg Oliver reports.
Stormy Daniels was called to the witness stand to testify at former President Donald Trump's trial in New York on Tuesday.
The start date for former President Trump's classified documents trial was originally scheduled for May 20.
The lawsuit claims that the measure, signed into law by President Biden, is unconstitutional.
Israeli forces take "operational control" of the Gaza side of the vital Rafah border crossing as Netanyahu dismisses the latest cease-fire proposal.
Tens of thousands of migrants are estimated to be waiting in Mexico, in places like Ciudad Juárez where shelter space is limited and the conditions are sometimes dire.
FDIC Chair Martin Gruenberg is also a focus of the report, which claims he treated staff in a "demeaning and inappropriate manner."
Approximately 450 planes potentially could be involved, a source told CBS News.
Rep. Victoria Spartz, the first Ukrainian-born member of Congress, fended off eight Republican challengers for her seat, CBS News projects.
A sixth construction worker was recovered from the Key Bridge wreckage site Tuesday.
Stormy Daniels was called to the witness stand to testify at former President Donald Trump's trial in New York on Tuesday.
United Launch Alliance decided to replace a suspect valve in the Atlas 5 rocket's upper stage, delaying launch to late next week.
Tens of thousands of migrants are estimated to be waiting in Mexico, in places like Ciudad Juárez where shelter space is limited and the conditions are sometimes dire.
According to a new study, "vehicles are likely important sources of human exposure to potentially harmful [flame retardants]."
Panera is phasing out a highly caffeinated selection of lemonade beverages that's at the center of several lawsuits.
Panera is phasing out a highly caffeinated selection of lemonade beverages that's at the center of several lawsuits.
FDIC Chair Martin Gruenberg is also a focus of the report, which claims he treated staff in a "demeaning and inappropriate manner."
Starbucks, once one of America's most cherished brands, is in a rut. Even long-time former CEO Howard Schultz is worried.
Video gamers eagerly awaiting a successor to Nintendo's hit Switch system finally got a clue on when to expect a new device.
Nvidia and Microsoft are among the backers of Wayve and its embodied AI technology, described as "GPT for driving."
Stormy Daniels was called to the witness stand to testify at former President Donald Trump's trial in New York on Tuesday.
Tens of thousands of migrants are estimated to be waiting in Mexico, in places like Ciudad Juárez where shelter space is limited and the conditions are sometimes dire.
The start date for former President Trump's classified documents trial was originally scheduled for May 20.
Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene said she would force a vote on ousting House Speaker Mike Johnson this week, but appeared to be retreating on the threat — for now.
Rep. Victoria Spartz, the first Ukrainian-born member of Congress, fended off eight Republican challengers for her seat, CBS News projects.
According to a new study, "vehicles are likely important sources of human exposure to potentially harmful [flame retardants]."
Panera is phasing out a highly caffeinated selection of lemonade beverages that's at the center of several lawsuits.
Recall includes yogurt pretzels and other confections sold by retailers such as Dollar General, HyVee, Target and Walmart.
A survey from the American Academy of Dermatology finds more than one-third of adults reported getting a sunburn last year — the highest number since 2020.
Hormel Foods says potentially contaminated products were shipped to Publix and Dollar Tree distribution warehouses.
The shooting comes amid a rap beef between Drake and Kendrick Lamar, but police said they could not speak to a motive at this stage of the investigation.
2 Ukrainian security officers have been detained and accused of treason over an alleged Russian plot to kill President Volodymyr Zelenskyy.
South African rescuers are "actually hearing people through the rubble" after a building collapsed in the city of George.
Erin Patterson, who is accused of serving her ex-husband's family death cap mushrooms with lunch, pleaded not guilty to eight charges of murder and attempted murder.
Heineken said the investment is a demonstration of "confidence in the resilience of the great British local in the face of uncertainty."
Stars were in full bloom at the Met Gala Monday night. The dress code was "Garden of Time." Rachel Smith from "Entertainment Tonight" breaks down fashion's biggest night.
Five-time Grammy winner Brittany Howard talks about how her latest album was born from a period of intense soul-searching and solitude in Nashville.
Gayle King gives viewers a behind-the-scenes look at her preparation and journey to the Met Gala.
Oprah Winfrey unveils "Long Island" as her latest book club pick on "CBS Mornings." The sequel to Colm Tóibín's best-selling novel "Brooklyn," "Long Island" continues the story of Eilis Lacey more than two decades later now as a mother and wife in America.
The 2024 Met Gala saw hundreds of celebrities looking their best on fashion's biggest night.
Video gamers eagerly awaiting a successor to Nintendo's hit Switch system finally got a clue on when to expect a new device.
The lawsuit claims that the measure, signed into law by President Biden, is unconstitutional.
From labor shortages to environmental impacts, farmers are looking to AI to help revolutionize the agriculture industry. One California startup, Farm-ng, is tapping into the power of AI and robotics to perform a wide range of tasks, including seeding, weeding and harvesting.
Boeing's Starliner was set to make its maiden voyage to the International Space Station, with its first piloted launch Monday night. But the launch, already pushed back following years of delays, was scrubbed with less than two hours to go before liftoff. Mark Strassmanm reports.
Sidechat, an app launched in 2022 where students can post anonymously about their colleges, is becoming a tool for those choosing to protest at U.S. campuses. Amanda Silberling, a senior culture writer for TechCrunch, joins CBS News with more details on the app.
The visualization, produced on a NASA supercomputer, allows users to experience flight towards a supermassive black hole.
Boeing's Starliner was set to make its maiden voyage to the International Space Station, with its first piloted launch Monday night. But the launch, already pushed back following years of delays, was scrubbed with less than two hours to go before liftoff. Mark Strassmanm reports.
Reported sightings of giant, toxic, invasive hammerhead flatworms are on the rise in parts of southeastern Canada. Experts say the worms can grow up to 3 feet long and pose a risk to children, pets and other small animals. Peter Ducey, PH.D. and distinguished teaching professor at SUNY Cortland, joins CBS News to discuss the worm.
When NASA added a tiny four-pound helicopter as a stowaway to its Mars 2020 lander, it expected the helicopter to fly five very brief flights in the thin Martian atmosphere. Yet, Ingenuity would far surpass all expectations.
When NASA added a drone named Ingenuity to its Mars 2020 rover Perseverance, it expected the tiny four-pound helicopter to fly a total of five very brief missions in the thin Martian atmosphere. But Ingenuity far surpassed all expectations, flying dozens of flights before suffering damage to its rotors in January. Correspondent David Pogue reports on how the tiny drone, created from off-the-shelf parts, continued to provide valuable data and images from the Red Planet three years into its mission.
Alexander Louie, 34, told authorities he was not taking his HIV medication so he could purposely infect his partners.
Officials are releasing new details in the deaths of two Australians and an American who were found dead near a camping site in Mexico with gunshot wounds last week. CBS News correspondent Carter Evans has more.
The shooting comes amid a rap beef between Drake and Kendrick Lamar, but police said they could not speak to a motive at this stage of the investigation.
Erin Patterson, who is accused of serving her ex-husband's family death cap mushrooms with lunch, pleaded not guilty to eight charges of murder and attempted murder.
A Kansas City-area man, 75, admitted he killed his hospitalized wife, saying he couldn't take care of her or afford her medical bills, court records say.
United Launch Alliance decided to replace a suspect valve in the Atlas 5 rocket's upper stage, delaying launch to late next week.
The visualization, produced on a NASA supercomputer, allows users to experience flight towards a supermassive black hole.
Boeing's Starliner space capsule is set for a historic launch Monday night. CBS News space consultant Bill Harwood looks at the long-awaited mission into orbit, and what it could mean for the future of space travel.
Boeing's Starliner was set to make its maiden voyage to the International Space Station, with its first piloted launch Monday night. But the launch, already pushed back following years of delays, was scrubbed with less than two hours to go before liftoff. Mark Strassmanm reports.
The planned piloted launch of Boeing's long-delayed Starliner crew ferry ship was called off with less than two hours to go before liftoff.
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
The Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore collapsed early Tuesday, March 26 after a column was struck by a container ship that reportedly lost power, sending vehicles and people into the Patapsco River.
When Tiffiney Crawford was found dead inside her van, authorities believed she might have taken her own life. But could she shoot herself twice in the head with her non-dominant hand?
We look back at the life and career of the longtime host of "Sunday Morning," and "one of the most enduring and most endearing" people in broadcasting.
Cayley Mandadi's mother and stepfather go to extreme lengths to prove her death was no accident.
The Oklahoma town of Bartlesville was devastated by a tornado Monday night. The twister, which was on the ground for some 35 miles, was one of at least 22 recorded across seven states that night. Dave Malkoff reports.
Adult film actor Stormy Daniels took the stand in former President Donald Trump's criminal trial on Tuesday. The judge denied Trump's request for a mistrial based on her testimony. CBS News national correspondent Errol Barnett reports.
When Destiny Allen went into labor, she called her mother to take her to the hospital. But they never made it, and had to flag down Baton Rouge Police Cpl. Jason Lee, who helped deliver baby Noah on the side of the road.
The University of Southern California was the first school this year to cancel its main commencement ceremony, citing unspecified security concerns. Mark Strassmann spoke with several students about the move, the school's decision to cancel valedictorian Asna Tabassum's speech, and the ongoing protests.
As gun violence persists in U.S. schools, some states are allowing school staff to carry weapons. CBS News reporter Haley Ott examines the reasons behind these policies and the results.