Are we close to finding a coronavirus treatment?
Infectious disease doctor and member of the White House's Coronavirus Task Force, Dr. Anthony Fauci joins "CBS Evening News" with more on what's expected to unfold in the coming weeks.
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Possible treatment being tested for coronavirus
There may be a new hope in the desperate race to find a treatment for coronavirus and it couldn't come soon enough. President Trump says he is slashing red tape ordering the FDA to fast track the use of two drugs for sick patients. Ben Tracy has the latest.
Human testing for coronavirus vaccine begins
In Seattle on Monday, the first patients were given shots in a clinical trial for a potential vaccine for COVID-19. Human testing also began at the National Institutes of Health. About 2 dozen potential vaccines are being developed around the world, including one at the Walter Reed Military Medical Center, just outside Washington. David Martin reports.
FDA plans to allow vaccine mixing for boosters
The FDA could soon allow Americans to mix coronavirus vaccines when getting a booster shot. CBS News reporter Alex Tin joins CBSN's "Red & Blue" to discuss the latest COVID-19 news.
Fauci: "Too soon to tell" whether Americans should avoid Christmas gatherings
Dr. Anthony Fauci, President Biden's chief medical adviser, says that "even if you are vaccinated and you’re in an indoor congregate setting, it just makes sense to wear a mask."
COVID, vaccines continue to impact American economy
CBS News elections and surveys director Anthony Salvanto breaks down the latest polling on COVID-19.
Gottlieb on younger kids' vaccination
Dr. Scott Gottlieb, the former FDA commissioner, said the CDC is likely to take a "cautious" approach in vaccinating kids ages 5 to 11, but it's "certainly reasonable" vaccination could start as soon as Thanksgiving.
Full Interview: CBS News Polling on vaccine and economy
CBS News election and surveys director Anthony Salvanto breaks down the latest polling on COVID and the economy.
Pfizer vaccine 93% effective against hospitalization for kids
A new study shows Pfizer's COVID-19 vaccine to be even more effective against hospitalization for kids than it is for adults. For kids, the vaccine is 93% effective against hospitalization, compared to 88% for adults who are not immunocompromised. Lilia Luciano reports on the study and more.
COVID booster shots and immunocompromised
The Food and Drug Administration is reportedly close to approving "mixing and matching" COVID booster shots. CBS News' Skyler Henry reports that people could soon get a different shot than the one they originally received and Dr. Theodore Strange, chair of medicine at Staten Island University Hospital in New York City, joined CBSN to discuss what this means, especially for immunocompromised Americans.
Report: FDA may OK mix-and-match boosters
The Food and Drug Administration is reportedly set to allow a mix-and-match approach for COVID-19 vaccine booster shots. According to The New York Times, the agency could announce its decision Wednesday, when it's expected to authorize the Moderna and Johnson & Johnson boosters. CBS News correspondent Laura Podesta joins CBSN AM to discuss.
Washington State fires football coach for refusing COVID vaccine
Four assistant coaches were also fired for not being vaccinated.
Chicago police union boss urges officers to defy COVID vaccine mandate
The union head said half of the workforce could not show up to work if they are punished for not complying.
Myeloma may have made Colin Powell more vulnerable to dying of COVID
Powell, who was fully vaccinated, had been treated for multiple myeloma before dying from COVID-19 complications.
Protests over California's student vaccine mandate
Some parents are pushing back over a California order requiring all students to get vaccinated against COVID-19 once they are eligible and the FDA gives full approval. Carter Evans has the latest.
FDA and CDC may approve more boosters this week
The nation's top health agencies could approve boosters for the Moderna and Johnson & Johnson COVID vaccines this week. A CDC advisory panel is also meeting this week to discuss who should get the boosters. CBS News correspondent Laura Podesta joins CBSN AM to discuss.
Police unions challenge vaccine mandates
Tensions are mounting between police unions and city officials nationwide as COVID-19 vaccination mandates go into effect. Michael George has the details.
Dr. Agus breaks down the lastest on COVID-19 and vaccine boosters
CBS News medical contributor Dr. David Agus addresses concerns about mixing vaccines with booster shots and if it is safe to celebrate the holidays in groups.
First lady says the Bidens are "heartbroken" over Colin Powell's death
The former secretary of state and longtime colleague of the president died Monday morning due to complications from COVID-19 at the age of 84.
White House tackles supply chain issues
The Biden administration is working with the private sector to try to ease ongoing supply chain issues. CBS News correspondent Carter Evans reports on the problem, and CBS News senior White House correspondent Weijia Jiang joins CBSN with a look at what the administration is doing on that plus, the latest FDA advisory meetings on potential COVID-19 booster shots from Moderna and Johnson & Johnson.
African Americans receiving more vaccinations
More African Americans are getting inoculated against COVID-19. Dr. Oni Blackstock, founder and executive director of Heath Justice joins CBSN to discuss why rates are increasing.
Chicago faces vaccine showdown with police union
Chicago police officers are resisting COVID-19 vaccine mandates, potentially leaving their departments under-staffed as crime increases. Charlie De Mar takes a look.
FDA panel recommends J&J booster shot
The FDA advisory panel unanimously voted to recommend the Johnson & Johnson booster shot on Friday. It comes a day after the same panel made the recommendation for a third Moderna shot. President Biden says full FDA and CDC approval for both boosters could come as early as next week. CBS News reporter Max Bayer and John Moore, a professor of microbiology and immunology at Weill Cornell Medical College, join CBSN's Tanya Rivero to discuss the FDA panel's vote.
FDA advisers back Johnson & Johnson COVID booster shots
New CDC data suggests the single-shot vaccine has the highest rate of breakthrough infections.
FDA panel endorses Moderna booster for some
An FDA advisory panel unanimously voted to recommend Moderna's COVID-19 vaccine booster six months after initial vaccination for vulnerable Americans. Those included in the recommendation are people ages 65 and older, adults with underlying health conditions and those with an increased risk of contracting the virus due to their job. Dr. Shad Marvasti, the director of public health, prevention and promotion and an associate professor at the University of Arizona College of Medicine Phoenix, joins CBSN to discuss the latest.
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