Coronavirus vaccinations begin in the U.S.

Science writer and New York Times columnist Carl Zimmer joined "Red and Blue" to break down how the Pfizer vaccine works and what hurdles might come up in the vaccine rollout.

• Dec 14, 2020
• 6:22

Nationwide effort underway to distribute vaccine

The coronavirus vaccine transportation is a massive logistical challenge. Kris Van Cleave takes a closer look.

• Dec 14, 2020
• 1:55

Coronavirus vaccine distribution begins

The U.S. is launching the largest vaccination effort in the nation's history on Monday, as cargo trucks and planes began delivering millions of doses of Pfizer's vaccine. CBS News correspondent David Begnaud reports on how hospitals are preparing for distribution, and Dr. Ron Elfenbein, medical director and owner of First Call Medical Center, joined CBSN to discuss how the vaccines will be administered to priority groups.

• Dec 14, 2020
• 11:14

COVID-19 vaccinations begin in the U.S.

The Pfizer-BioNTech coronavirus vaccine is being distributed across the country beginning today, as hospitalizations and deaths reach disturbing levels. Dr. Leo Nissola joins CBSN to talk about what the arrival of the vaccine means for the pandemic.

• Dec 14, 2020
• 5:50

Vaccinations begin as COVID deaths hit 300,000

A milestone in the COVID-19 pandemic arrived Monday as the first frontline health care workers in the U.S. began receiving shots of the Pfizer vaccine. But another milestone was reached as well, as the nation's death toll from the pandemic hit 300,000. CBSN has the latest, with a report from lead national correspondent David Begnaud.

• Dec 14, 2020
• 3:41

Pfizer vaccine distribution underway in U.S.

With emergency authorization from the FDA, Pfizer's COVID-19 vaccine is now being distributed across the country, ushering in the biggest vaccination effort in U.S. history. CBS News correspondent Errol Barnett joins CBSN from Troy, Michigan, with the latest.

• Dec 14, 2020
• 5:18

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• Dec 12, 2020
• 1:22:51

Operation Warp Speed head on historic vaccine rollout

Pfizer began distributing its COVID-19 vaccine this week, with the first Americans expected to get the first dose Monday. Chief Advisor to Operation Warp Speed Moncef Slaoui joined "CBS This Morning" to discuss the historic rollout.

• Dec 14, 2020
• 4:38

Hospitals prepare for Pfizer vaccines

The largest vaccination effort in U.S. history gets underway, as hospitals around the country are gearing up to administer the first batch of Coronavirus vaccines. Lead national correspondent David Begnaud reports from UC Davis Medical Center in Sacramento, which hopes to begin vaccinating frontline workers.

• Dec 14, 2020
• 4:18

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• Dec 12, 2020
• 20:28

COVID vaccine delivery begins in the U.S.

More than a million doses of the coronavirus vaccine are making their way through America as cases continue to rise and the death toll nears 300,000. Kris Van Cleave reports.

• Dec 13, 2020
• 2:56

Pfizer on distributing its COVID vaccine

Shipments of the coronavirus vaccine have begun to rollout of Pfizer's manufacturing facility in Michigan. The company aims to distribute 50 million doses globally by the end of the year. Manuel Bojorquez has the latest.

• Dec 13, 2020
• 2:13

How quickly can the COVID vaccine flatten the curve?

With the new vaccine on the way, Dr. Jon LaPook explains what to expect in the coming weeks, and how quickly it can help flatten the curve all over the world.

• Dec 13, 2020
• 1:43

COVID vaccine distribution plan underway

With the FDA approving the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine, the next challenge is figuring out the logistics of prompt nationwide distribution. The first of roughly 3 million vaccines will begin shipping in a matter of hours. Manuel Bojorquez reports.

• Dec 12, 2020
• 2:42

Dr. David Agus answers COVID vaccine questions

The FDA on Friday approved Pfizer's COVID-19 vaccine for emergency use. CBS News medical contributor Dr. David Agues answers some common questions on the new vaccine.

• Dec 12, 2020
• 1:46

Rural America's need for COVID vaccine

The first doses of the COVID-19 vaccine are being shipped across America. CBS News' Mark Strassmann reports that the vaccine is set to be given to health care workers and nursing home residents. Then Dr. Donald Williamson, CEO and President of the Alabama Hospital Association, joins CBSN's Lana Zak to discuss the vast need for the vaccine in rural America.

• Dec 13, 2020
• 10:28

A look at the plan to distribute COVID vaccines

Now that the FDA has given the green light for a coronavirus vaccine, experts say inoculations could start to be administered in a matter of days. But first, the vaccine needs to be shipped to hospitals, pharmacies and doctor's offices across the country. Lana Zak spoke with Richard Smith, the FedEx Express regional president of the Americas and executive vice president of global support.

• Dec 12, 2020
• 10:44

U.S. approaches 300,000 COVID-19 deaths

The U.S. is approaching 300,000 COVID-19 deaths as cases continue to spike nationwide. More than 15.7 million cases have been confirmed, resulting in a new wave of lockdowns and restrictions. But there's positive news on the vaccine front, following an FDA panel's recommendation to authorize emergency use of Pfizer's vaccine. Final approval from the agency is the final step before millions of doses can be shipped and distributed to hospitals and drug stores. "Face the Nation" moderator Margaret Brennan joined CBSN's Lana Zak to discuss.

• Dec 11, 2020
• 8:08

FDA approves Pfizer vaccine for emergency use

The FDA has authorized Pfizer's coronavirus vaccine for emergency use. Dr. Shereef Elnahal, president and CEO of University Hospital in Newark, New Jersey, joined CBSN with the latest on this achievement in fighting the pandemic.

• Dec 12, 2020
• 14:31

First COVID vaccine shipments expected to arrive Monday

General Gus Perna, chief operating officer of Operation Warp Speed, said Saturday the first COVID-19 vaccine shipments are expected to arrive in states on Monday morning. Watch his remarks.

• Dec 12, 2020
• 8:28

U.S. government expects first COVID-19 vaccine shipments will arrive Monday

The FDA's authorization Friday kicked off a massive effort to distribute nearly 3 million vaccine doses.

• Dec 12, 2020

FDA chief says he will "absolutely" take COVID-19 vaccine

Food and Drug Administration Commissioner Stephen Hahn sought to reassure the public on Saturday that the benefits of Pfizer's COVID-19 ​vaccine outweigh risks, after the agency authorized it for emergency use on Friday evening.

• Dec 12, 2020
• 6:18

U.S. single-day COVID death toll passes 3,300

The FDA's approval of the Pfizer coronavirus vaccine came on the deadliest day in the U.S.' battle against the pandemic. More than 3,300 people died of the virus, with the country's total death toll nearing 300,000. Janet Shamlian reports on the struggle facing hospitals and health care workers across the country.

• Dec 12, 2020
• 2:41

FDA authorizes Pfizer's COVID-19 vaccine for emergency use

The first doses of the vaccine will be delivered in less than 24 hours, President Trump said Friday.

• Dec 12, 2020

COVID-19 testing overwhelms microbiology labs

Over 200 million COVID-19 tests have been processed this year. Holiday travel and the surge in new infections have only intensified the demand, putting lab workers under strain. Rachael Liesman, the director of clinical microbiology at the University of Kansas Health System, joined CBSN's Lana Zak to discuss.

• Dec 11, 2020
• 4:39

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