U.K. drugmaker ramping up vaccine production in record time

"That process would generally be measured in years ... So it was a sprint, to say the least."

• Aug 25, 2020

China OKs "emergency" use to try COVID vaccines on state workers

Little information provided on how many people are getting the trial drugs or which ones they're getting, as China races ahead with 4 potential vaccines.

• Aug 25, 2020

Lab develops blueprint to fast-track COVID-19 vaccine production

Drugmaker AstraZeneca's vaccine is now in advanced trials and the company says it has the capacity to make 3 billion doses when the vaccine is ready. Charlie D'Agata has the latest in CBS News' series "Racing to a Cure."

• Aug 24, 2020
• 2:06

The race for a coronavirus vaccine

Several companies are well into Phase 3 of their COVID-19 vaccine trials here in the U.S. Dr. Bob Lahita joins CBSN to discuss their progress, plus whether the coronavirus can be detected in America's wastewater.

• Aug 21, 2020
• 9:48

Inside the "very cautious" U.S. human trial of a COVID vaccine

A doctor on Pfizer's vaccine safety board says the experimental drug causes only minor reactions, but people are "probably going to need two doses."

• Aug 21, 2020

Papua New Guinea bars Chinese mine workers given trial COVID vaccine

Official says flights cancelled over "lack of information of what these trials are and what possible risks or threat that it might cause our people."

• Aug 21, 2020

Massachusetts now requires flu vaccines for all students

Health officials are mandating nearly all students get the flu vaccine to reduce illness during the coronavirus pandemic.

• Aug 20, 2020

Pope warns against any prospect that rich would get priority for virus vaccine

After the COVID-19 pandemic, the pope said, the world can't return to normality if normal means social injustice and degradation of the natural environment.

• Aug 19, 2020

Pharmacists in all 50 states can now give childhood vaccinations

The move is designed to help prevent vaccination rates from falling during the coronavirus pandemic, said the head of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services.

• Aug 19, 2020

From additional staff to altering surgery schedules to make room for patients, hospitals are moving into action to deal with this year’s flu season. Manuel Bojorquez reports on their response, as well as how the flu season is shaping up across the country

From additional staff to altering surgery schedules to make room for patients, hospitals are moving into action to deal with this year’s flu season. Manuel Bojorquez reports on their response, as well as how the flu season is shaping up across the country.

• Jan 17, 2014
• 2:01

This year's flu vaccine can protect against H1N1, but according to the CDC, only 40 percent of Americans have gotten a flu shot. In the Dallas area, flu deaths have more than doubled since last year.

This year's flu vaccine can protect against H1N1, but according to the CDC, only 40 percent of Americans have gotten a flu shot. In the Dallas area, flu deaths have more than doubled since last year, and many patients are suffering from secondary complications, such as pneumonia. Anna Werner reports.

• Jan 10, 2014
• 2:03

Dr. Jon LaPook explains why taking antibiotcs isn't the right way to beat the flu

As flu season begins to ramp up many people who start to experience symptoms rush out to their doctor and beg for antibiotics, but as Dr. Jon LaPook explains, that might not be the best thing to do.

• Jan 10, 2014
• 3:06

New York City's Board of Health approved a mandate that will require all children at city-run preschools and daycare centers to get flu vaccines

New York City's Board of Health approved a mandate that will require all children at city-run preschools and daycare centers to get flu vaccines. Young children are among the most likely to be hospitalized or die from flu complications. Elaine Quijano reports.

• Dec 11, 2013
• 1:54

Officials in New York City will vote on a plan to require flu shots for kids under five-years-old, if they are in pre-school or day care centers

Officials in New York City will vote on a plan to require flu shots for kids under five-years-old, if they are in pre-school or day care centers. Dr. Holly Phillips talks to the "CBS This Morning" co-hosts about the proposal.

• Dec 11, 2013
• 2:39

Students at Princeton University are getting vaccinated against meningitis after an outbreak on campus left seven students sick

Students at Princeton University are getting vaccinated against meningitis after an outbreak on campus left seven students sick. The vaccine is not FDA-approved, but federal officials are allowing it to be used in this case. Adriana Diaz reports.

• Dec 9, 2013
• 1:20

CDC director says U.S. could have "worst fall" ever

"This could be the worst fall from a public health perspective we've ever had," said CDC Director Dr. Robert Redfield.

• Aug 13, 2020

Princeton University said it would use a vaccine not approved in the U.S. to fight an outbreak of meningitis on campus

Princeton University got an emergency waiver to offer a meningitis vaccine not approved in the U.S. Seven people at Princeton have contracted a less-common form of the brain infection, and officials hope the vaccine will curb the outbreak. Elaine Quijano reports.

• Nov 18, 2013
• 1:57

U.S. struggles to control spread of COVID-19

The U.S. continues to struggle to control the spread of the novel coronavirus in many parts of the country. Nearly a third of the nation's total cases are in just three states: California, Texas, and Florida, and there's still a shortage of testing. Dr. Shoshana Ungerleider joins CBSN to break down the latest developments.

• Aug 13, 2020
• 6:43

Fauci, Azar cast doubt on Putin's virus vaccine claim

National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases head Dr. Anthony Fauci and Health Secretary Alex Azar pointed to likely inadequate testing of the supposed Russian vaccine.

• Aug 12, 2020

Clues from asymptomatic COVID-19 carriers

Dr. Neeta Ogden joins CBSN to discuss what researchers hope to learn about the coronavirus from people who got infected by never developed symptoms. Plus, new studies suggest that vaping may increase the risk and that neck gaiters don't offer as much protection as other face masks.

• Aug 12, 2020
• 8:56

Moderna's virus vaccine costs far more than rival treatments

Drugmaker agrees on $1.5 billion deal to provide the U.S. government with 100 million doses of treatment.

• Aug 12, 2020

Putin claims Russia has developed a coronavirus vaccine

Russian president says it's proven effective during tests, but skeptics note it hasn't gone through normal Phase 3 trials.

• Aug 12, 2020

Putin claims Russia has first COVID vaccine

Russian President Vladimir Putin claims his country is now using the world's first COVID-19 vaccine and one of his daughters has already been inoculated. Russian authorities say medical workers, teachers and others in high-risk groups will get the vaccine first. Dr. David Agus joins "CBS This Morning" to explain what we know about the vaccine and whether it changes how the U.S. and other countries approach vaccine development.

• Aug 11, 2020
• 1:55

Will a coronavirus vaccine help those who need it most?

There is a lack of trust between minority communities and the health care system, Dr. Uché Blackstock said.

• Aug 10, 2020

Getting a COVID vaccine to those at high risk

The United States hit yet another grim milestone in the coronavirus pandemic, with more than 5 million cases confirmed. Dr. Uché Blackstock joins CBSN to discuss the latest developments, including the push to get at-risk communities onboard with a vaccine.

• Aug 10, 2020
• 6:56

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