COVID and flu surge could strain hospitals as JN.1 variant grows, CDC warns
"COVID-19 hospitalizations are rising quickly," the CDC said, and the new variant JN.1 is making up an increasing share of cases.
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COVID-19 increasing again, especially in Midwest, Mid-Atlantic, CDC says
Cases of other respiratory illnesses, including flu and RSV, are also on the rise.
Pediatric pneumonia outbreak reported in Ohio
Health officials in Warren County, Ohio, this week reported they are seeing a pediatric pneumonia outbreak, with at least 145 children diagnosed with the respiratory illness since August. Most of the children did not require hospitalization, and there is no evidence of a connection to a similar outbreak of respiratory illnesses in China, officials said. Meg Oliver has details.
Preventing a spike in respiratory infections
Health experts are warning of a potential holiday surge in respiratory illnesses as Americans gather for Thanksgiving. COVID, flu and RSV emergency room visits are rising across the country. Dr. Celine Gounder, a editor-at-large for public health at Kaiser Health News and CBS News medical contributor, has tips on how to protect yourself from getting sick.
Tips for staying healthy amid possible holiday surge in respiratory illnesses
Dr. Celine Gounder offers ways to help protect yourself this holiday season.
Tips to avoid getting sick during holidays
Dr. Celine Gounder, CBS News medical contributor and editor at large for Public Health at KFF, joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss winter surges in respiratory illnesses, RSV prevention tools and how to stay healthy during the holiday season.
Supply of RSV shot struggling to meet demand
The demand for the Beyfortus RSV antibody shot has been so high that the CDC recommends doctors only give it to their most vulnerable patients. Mark Strassmann has more.
Supply of RSV antibody shot struggles to meet demand
Demand for the Beyfortus antibody shot has been so high that the CDC recommends doctors give it only to their most vulnerable patients.
Time to get vaccinations before holidays
The countdown to Thanksgiving is on and the CDC says right now is the best time to get vaccinated against COVID-19 and the flu to protect yourself and your family for the holidays. CBS News' Michael George reports.
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Protecting yourself from COVID, RSV and Flu
As many Americans gather to celebrate holidays in the coming weeks, they could be increasing their risk of exposure to infectious diseases. Dr. Mati Hlatshwayo Davis, director of health for the city of Saint Louis, joined CBS News with tips on how to lower your risk of getting sick.
Doctors struggle to get RSV shots for babies: "As pediatricians, we're angry"
RSV season is ramping up, but some doctors are facing challenges getting ahold of a shot that can help protect young children.
Delays in getting RSV antibody shot for babies
RSV, or respiratory syncytial virus, is the leading cause of hospital admissions in children younger than 1 year old. RSV season is ramping up, and doctors are hoping a new shot to prevent the illness will help. But as Natalie Brand reports, doctors say there have been some challenges in getting it to patients.
CDC recommends Pfizer's RSV vaccine during pregnancy
RSV is the leading cause of hospitalization among infants, according to the CDC.
How FDA's top vaccines official is timing his COVID and flu shots
Can you get your COVID booster and flu shot at the same time? Here's what health experts say.
CDC recommends RSV vaccine during pregnancy
The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention have recommended the first-ever vaccine designed to protect infants from respiratory syncytial virus. The CDC said the Pfizer vaccine should be taken during weeks 32 and 36 of pregnancy.
How to protect yourself from COVID, flu and RSV this fall
Dr. Céline Gounder shares what you need to know about protecting yourself from COVID, RSV and the flu in the season ahead.
3 tips to keep kids healthy this back-to-school season
Back to school can often mean back to germs. But experts say there are ways to keep kids protected — and make vaccinations less scary, too.
First RSV vaccine for pregnant women OK'd
The FDA has approved the first vaccine against RSV for pregnant women to pass protection to their newborns. Dr. Celine Gounder explains how it works, and when women should get it.
FDA approves RSV vaccine for pregnancy to protect newborns
Expectant parents could soon have another new option this fall to protect their newborns from RSV, the most common cause of hospitalization in American infants.
Babies born in fall and winter should get RSV shots, CDC recommends
The respiratory infection RSV is the leading cause for hospitalizations in infants.
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FDA approves drug to protect babies from RSV
The Food and Drug Administration has approved a new kind of immunization to protect babies from RSV, or respiratory syncytial virus. Dr. Celine Gounder explains who should use the drug, nirsevimab, and other ways to protect against infection.
FDA approves new drug to protect babies from RSV
Respiratory syncytial virus is the leading cause of hospitalization in American infants.
Senate committee votes to hold Fauci in contempt of Congress
The Senate Homeland Security Committee voted to hold Dr. Anthony Fauci in contempt of Congress over his refusal to answer questions during testimony last week.
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Iran, Oman deal on Strait of Hormuz getting close, Tehran says
Iran and Oman are close to agreeing on new arrangements for the Strait of Hormuz, but not for a full reopening of the vital waterway, Iran's state news agency says.
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Trump voter pleads for fiancée's release after ICE arrest: "They're destroying families"
"They are picking up law-abiding citizens. They're destroying families, jobs," said a Texas man who regrets his vote for President Trump after his fiancée, an immigrant from Venezuela, was detained by ICE.
Mitch McConnell says he's been discharged from rehab
Republican Sen. Mitch McConnell of Kentucky was hospitalized on June 14.
At least 12 states report cyberattacks on water systems possibly linked to Iran
Cyberattacks on U.S. water systems that officials suspect may be linked to Iran-backed hackers have been reported in at least a dozen states, sources familiar with the matter told CBS News.
DOGE's "wall of receipts" riddled with inaccuracies, GAO says
The Government Accountability Office found that DOGE overestimated its savings, among other issues.
Senate eyes deal to leave for recess as agenda items pile up
The Senate is searching for a deal to speed up consideration of a number of priorities, including a measure to fund the government and Todd Blanche's confirmation as attorney general.
What Fauci has said about COVID origins, gain-of-function research
Thursday's vote on whether to hold Dr. Anthony Fauci in contempt of Congress follows years of tension with GOP Sen. Rand Paul, hinging on the origins of the coronavirus and a controversial type of research.
Watch Live: Lindsay Clancy sobs at trial as jury sees autopsy photos
The Lindsay Clancy trial continues on Day 8 of testimony with a Massachusetts medical examiner taking the stand.
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Millions of children could lose free school meals this fall, experts say
Some families could face an additional $2,200 in food costs this year if their kids lose access to free school meals, according to one estimate.
Senate eyes deal to leave for recess as agenda items pile up
The Senate is searching for a deal to speed up consideration of a number of priorities, including a measure to fund the government and Todd Blanche's confirmation as attorney general.
Puerto Rico to begin water rationing amid record drought in San Juan
Residents of San Juan and neighboring communities have been without reliable water for more than 100 days.
DOGE's "wall of receipts" riddled with inaccuracies, GAO says
The Government Accountability Office found that DOGE overestimated its savings, among other issues.
Job cuts plunge to a 2-year low despite AI fears, economic shocks
Layoffs have plunged this year. "Recently laid-off workers are finding jobs as fast as the economy is creating new ones," one economist said.
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Millions of children could lose free school meals this fall, experts say
Some families could face an additional $2,200 in food costs this year if their kids lose access to free school meals, according to one estimate.
Job cuts plunge to a 2-year low despite AI fears, economic shocks
Layoffs have plunged this year. "Recently laid-off workers are finding jobs as fast as the economy is creating new ones," one economist said.
Meta says its AI model breached a third-party company during testing
Tech giant Meta revealed Wednesday that one of its artificial intelligence models hacked another organization during testing, the third time in recent weeks that an AI model has improperly accessed a third-party company.
FDA approves Moderna's mRNA flu vaccine after initial pushback
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has approved a new seasonal flu vaccine from Moderna that uses mRNA technology, the drugmaker announced.
Some Gen Zers swap smartphones for "dumb" phones in a bid to unplug
"It really opens up your mind," said one 23-year-old who ditched smartphones to wean herself off social media.
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Mitch McConnell says he's been discharged from rehab
Republican Sen. Mitch McConnell of Kentucky was hospitalized on June 14.
Senate eyes deal to leave for recess as agenda items pile up
The Senate is searching for a deal to speed up consideration of a number of priorities, including a measure to fund the government and Todd Blanche's confirmation as attorney general.
DOGE's "wall of receipts" riddled with inaccuracies, GAO says
The Government Accountability Office found that DOGE overestimated its savings, among other issues.
Where the Trump administration's lawsuits seeking voter data stand
The Justice Department has filed lawsuits against 30 states and the District of Columbia in an effort to force them to hand over their unredacted voter rolls containing voters' sensitive information.
Senate committee votes to hold Fauci in contempt of Congress
The Senate Homeland Security Committee voted to hold Dr. Anthony Fauci in contempt of Congress over his refusal to answer questions during testimony before the committee last week.
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Minnesota Chipotle burrito bowl meal led to sepsis hospitalization, lawsuit says
A Minnesota woman says she fainted, spiked a 102-degree fever, and was hospitalized with sepsis three days after eating a chicken burrito bowl at a Chipotle in Roseville, and genetic testing connected her case to a multistate outbreak, according to a lawsuit filed Tuesday.
What Fauci has said about COVID origins, gain-of-function research
Thursday's vote to hold Dr. Anthony Fauci in contempt of Congress follows years of tension with GOP Sen. Rand Paul, hinging on the origins of the coronavirus and a controversial type of research.
FDA approves Moderna's mRNA flu vaccine after initial pushback
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has approved a new seasonal flu vaccine from Moderna that uses mRNA technology, the drugmaker announced.
Toddler twins reunited after cancer treatment
A video showing 3-year-old twins Millie and Maverick reuniting after one of them had to undergo cancer treatment hours away from their home has gone viral. Matt Gutman reports.
Cyclospora outbreak tied to lettuce now linked to 15 states, CDC says
Cyclospora cases have been reported in at least 47 states total this year, and investigators have continued to probe how many could be linked to a common contaminated source.
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Star Cambridge professor resigns amid plagiarism allegations
Jason Arday, who joined Cambridge in 2023 at the age of 37, became one of Britain's most high-profile academics after sharing an extraordinary life story.
Red alert issued for major Italian cities as heat wave grips Europe, sets Austria record
The heat has set a national temperature record in Austria, fueled wildfires in France and disrupted energy and transportation systems across the continent.
Trump denies U.S. running low on some munitions, says vast resupplies being made
President Trump is taking issue with recent reports of significant U.S. munitions shortages due to the war with Iran.
More rescued beluga whales arrive in Texas as relocation effort continues
SeaWorld San Antonio welcomed seven more beluga whales on Tuesday, the latest development in the international effort to relocate dozens of the mammals from shuttered Canadian theme park Marineland.
$25 million reward offered for U.S.-born leader of powerful cartel
Juan Carlos González is the stepson of "El Mencho," who was killed by the Mexican military.
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Diarra Kilpatrick on her show's new season
Diarra Kilpatrick, who stars in "Diarra from Detroit," joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss the show's new season, which premiered on Paramount+ last week.
Amanda Kloots on her new dating show
Amanda Kloots, a Broadway dancer, podcast host and best friend to reality star Harry Jowsey, joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss their new Netflix series "Let's Marry Harry."
Inside the risky business of Broadway musicals
The costs of a Broadway musical production have skyrocketed in recent years. CBS News contributor Jamie Wax reports.
Aaron Pierre talks new series, "Lanterns"
Actor Aaron Pierre is starring as John Stewart in the new series "Lanterns." He tells "CBS Mornings" why this character is special to him, what it's like to join the DC Universe and how he managed undergoing surgery during the audition process.
Stranger rescues band from car troubles
A kind stranger named Ernie helped rock band The Autumn Kings make it to their tour stop after their car broke down in Wisconsin. Matt Gutman reports.
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Cyberattacks target U.S. water systems
U.S. officials suspect Iran-backed hackers may be behind cyberattacks that have been reported in at least 12 states. CBS News homeland security correspondent Nicole Sganga has more details.
Meta says its AI model breached a third-party company during testing
Tech giant Meta revealed Wednesday that one of its artificial intelligence models hacked another organization during testing, the third time in recent weeks that an AI model has improperly accessed a third-party company.
How AI powered robots are helping small farms
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.
AI models are behaving unexpectedly. Experts warn of a "bumpy road" ahead.
AI models are engaging in unauthorized actions — in the most recent case, creating fake identities and attempting to persuade real people to approve malicious code.
At least 12 states report cyberattacks on water systems possibly linked to Iran
Cyberattacks on U.S. water systems that officials suspect may be linked to Iran-backed hackers have been reported in at least a dozen states, sources familiar with the matter told CBS News.
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Genetically altered beagles offer hope for dog lovers with allergies
Matt Walker, a geneticist and the CEO of Kindred Companion Sciences, joins "CBS Mornings" with his gene-altered beagle, Bailey, to discuss creating future options for people with severe pet allergies.
Most detailed images taken of sun's surface revealed
Researchers were able to peek at the sun's scorching surface with the help of the National Science Foundation's Daniel K. Inouye Solar Telescope, located on the island of Maui in Hawaii.
Bezos, DiCaprio set up massive wildlife fund
Hollywood actor Leonardo DiCaprio and Amazon founder Jeff Bezos have announced a $200 million fund set to protect species on the brink of extinction. Carter Evans has the story.
Dramatic photos show lava spewing from Fuego volcano in Guatemala
Guatemalan officials on Monday began evacuating two villages near the Fuego volcano due to the ongoing eruption.
Rare footage of humpback whale birth captured on drone video
The footage is believed to be only the fourth complete humpback whale birth ever recorded on film anywhere in the world and the first-ever captured by drone.
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Questions about company in L.A. warehouse fire
Matt Gutman investigates Lineage Logistics, the company involved in the Los Angeles warehouse fire that left tens of millions of pounds of meat to rot, forcing a whole community to face foul odors and other health hazards.
Details on man arrested near Trump golf club
A man arrested outside President Trump's golf club in Rancho Palos Verdes, California, was already under investigation for robbery. Nikole Killion has the details.
New Mexico AG on suing DOJ over Epstein files
New Mexico is suing the Trump administration for access to files related to Jeffrey Epstein as it investigates the convicted sex offender's Zorro Ranch property. New Mexico Attorney General Raúl Torrez joins "The Takeout" to discuss.
Water system cyberattacks spread to more states
Several states are experiencing cyberattacks on their water systems after Minnesota reported at attack last week. CBS News homeland security correspondent Nicole Sganga has the latest.
Latest details from Lindsay Clancy trial
The murder trial of Lindsay Clancy wrapped its seventh day on Wednesday. Clancy has admitted to killing her three children, but her defense says she was experiencing an extreme mental health crisis at the time of their deaths. CBS News' Shanelle Kaul has more.
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Most detailed images taken of sun's surface revealed
Researchers were able to peek at the sun's scorching surface with the help of the National Science Foundation's Daniel K. Inouye Solar Telescope, located on the island of Maui in Hawaii.
SpaceX rocket booster slams into moon, creating crater that could be 16 feet deep
The impact wasn't visible to the naked eye, but photos are expected to come from a lunar satellite at a later time.
Russian Soyuz brings three home after 8 months at space station
The Soyuz MS-28 landing in Kazakhstan brought a 241-day stay in space to a successful conclusion.
SpaceX's Super Heavy-Starship blasts off on 13th test flight
An upgraded version of the world's most powerful rocket is key to landing NASA astronauts on the moon in the agency's Artemis program.
Meteorite that hit home contains "alien world chemistry," experts say
When scientists examined the preserved fragments of a meteorite that crashed in 2024, they found brine-like fluids and key molecules.
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Summer music highlights of 2026
Summer is the time to enjoy live music, indoors and out. Scroll through our gallery of some of 2026's leading musical acts, featuring images by CBS News photojournalist Jake Barlow and photographers Ed Spinelli and Kirstine Walton.
Investigating the death of designer Sylvie Cachay
Sylvie Cachay was found dead in an overflowing bathtub at the exclusive Soho House in New York City on Dec. 9, 2010. A water leak at the hotel gave away a timeline that may have revealed her killer.
Photos show celebrations at Obama Presidential Center
The Obama Presidential Center, museum and library opens in Chicago with a star-studded grand opening ceremony and public watch party on Midway Plaisance.
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El-Sayed seeks to unite Democrats
Abdul El-Sayed narrowly beat Haley Stevens in Michigan's Democratic Senate primary on Tuesday amid backlash from Republicans. CBS News' Fin Gomez has more.
Matt Gutman tells his own scam story
Online scams have ramped up in the last few years, with more advanced artificial intelligence playing a big role. CBS News correspondent Matt Gutman shares his own story about how he nearly fell for a scam.
Trump voter slams ICE after fiancée's arrest
John Gannon, a Texas businessman who voted for President Trump, criticized the administration after his fiancée, a Venezuelan immigrant, was arrested by ICE agents at an airport last month. Gannon spoke to CBS News' Camilo Montoya-Galvez about the incident.
H.R. McMaster reacts to Chuck Hagel on Iran
H.R. McMaster, who served as President Trump's national security adviser during his first term in the White House, joins CBS News 24/7 to share his thoughts on Iran and react to Chuck Hagel's latest comments on the matter.
Haitians' Temporary Protected Status ends
Haitian migrants under Temporary Protected Status (TPS) have now lost their legal status after a federal judge lifted an order that blocked the end of their TPS. CBS News Miami's Morgan Rynor has more.