How Facebook plans to inform about vaccines
Facebook Chief Product Officer Chris Cox explains how the tech firm will amplify authoritative information about coronavirus vaccines.
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Facebook plans to help 50 million get vaccinated
Facebook's Chris Cox told CBS News the company is committed to amplifying authoritative vaccination information and removing harmful COVID-19 disinformation. CBSN technology reporter Dan Patterson explains.
Oxford vaccine suspended over blood clot fear
The AstraZeneca vaccine — one of the largest in Europe — has hit a major crisis as countries across the continent suspend its use over fears it may cause blood clots in some recipients. Charlie D'Agata reports on what this could mean for a vaccine not yet available in the U.S., but that hopes to be soon.
COVID vaccine trials for kids and adolescents
Moderna says it's begun a two-part study to evaluate the safety and effectiveness of its COVID-19 vaccine in children, while similar trials are already underway for adolescents. David Begnaud reports.
Biden touts COVID relief plan and vaccine effort
President Biden visited Pennsylvania to promote his COVID-19 relief bill that sends $1,400 checks to eligible Americans. The bill also helps fund vaccination centers in underserved communities. Ed O'Keefe has more.
3rd COVID wave hits Europe amid AstraZeneca uncertainty
Europe is battling another deadly wave of COVID-19 cases as several nations have halted the use of the AstraZeneca vaccine amid reports of blood clots. Charlie D'Agata has the latest.
More nations halt use of AstraZeneca's COVID vaccine citing clots
List of countries shelving the Oxford-AstraZeneca vaccine is growing, but among 17 million people given the drug, fewer than 40 have developed blood clots.
Moderna expands children's vaccine trial
Moderna announced it has expanded its COVID-19 vaccine trial to include children. The first phase of the trial focused on kids ages 12 to 17, but the second phase incorporates children as young as 6 months old. CBSN's Tanya Rivero speaks with Dr. Sophia Jan, division chief of general pediatrics at Cohen Children's Medical Center, about Moderna's study and new COVID guidelines for schools.
Moderna begins COVID vaccine trial for kids
Vaccine maker Moderna has begun giving doses of its COVID-19 vaccine to children ranging in age from 6 months old to 11 years old as part of a new clinical trial. Dr. Dyan Hes, a pediatrician in New York City, spoke with CBSN's Anne-Marie Green and Vladimir Duthiers about how the process will work and how it is different from testing the vaccine in adults.
What's behind racial gap in vaccine rollout
A new analysis shows that Black and Hispanic Americans are getting a smaller share of available vaccines than white people when compared with the number of cases and deaths for each racial group. Dr. Nadine Gracia, executive vice president of advocacy group Trust For America's Health, spoke with Anne-Marie Green on "CBSN AM" about what's causing these disparities and how the Biden administration is addressing health inequity beyond the pandemic.
Baton Rouge nurse on her vaccination crusade
A Baton Rouge nurse has made it her personal mission to vaccinate as many residents of the Louisiana city's low-income communities as possible. David Begnaud joined her on one of her registration drives.
Some New Orleans Pelicans players receive COVID-19 vaccine
The Pelicans are the first NBA team to publicly acknowledge they've had players take it.
U.S. vaccination efforts picking up speed
The death toll and hospitalizations from COVID-19 are declining in the U.S. after a devastating surge of infections this winter. But the nation's top infectious disease expert, Dr. Anthony Fauci, warns that we could still see surges if mitigation measures are lifted too early. Naomi Ruchim joins "CBSN AM" with more.
Biden and Harris to promote COVID relief
The Biden administration is turning its focus to implementing the American Rescue Plan as millions wait for much needed aid. This comes as new CBS News polling shows more people are feeling optimistic about the pandemic as vaccine efforts ramp up across the country. CBS News senior national correspondent Mark Strassmann reports from Atlanta on the latest developments while CBS News elections and surveys director Anthony Salvanto joins CBSN to explain new polling numbers.
Open: This is "Face the Nation," March 14
Today on "Face the Nation," with more access to vaccines and more money headed to people who need it most, there is also concern about Americans moving too quickly to get back to normal.
Arkansas governor expects vaccine acceptance to increase
"As more and more people get the vaccine, they see it's a way to get back to more normal life," Hutchinson said.
Irish PM stresses need for more vaccines
Taoiseach Micheál Martin says global demand for vaccines is outpacing production efforts around the world.
Face The Nation: Ben Crump, Liz Palmer, Scott Gottlieb
Missed the second half of the show? The latest on justice for George Floyd, coronavirus surge in Europe and one year of the pandemic challenges.
Gottlieb: Virus trajectory in U.S. "continues to look good"
Dr. Scott Gottlieb, the former FDA commissioner, says the nationwide outlook continues to improve as millions of Americans get vaccinated.
Arkansas governor expects vaccine acceptance to grow
Republican Governor Asa Hutchinson says "troubling" poll numbers showing hesitancy about COVID-19 vaccines should change as more people are vaccinated.
Transcript: Marcella Nunez-Smith on "Face the Nation"
The following is a transcript of an interview with Dr. Marcella Nunez-Smith, chair of the COVID-19 Health Equity Task Force, that aired Sunday, March 14, 2021, on "Face the Nation."
Vaccines drive optimism about containing COVID-19 pandemic — CBS News poll
Most want to be vaccinated, but Republicans are more hesitant.
Americans wait for hours hoping to score leftover vaccine doses
"I absolutely believe the requirement ethically is never waste a shot," Dr. Arthur Caplan, director of medical ethics at the New York University Grossman School of Medicine, told CBS News.
COVID vaccine's effect on pregnant women
Doctors say pregnant women are at a higher risk of developing complications from COVID-19. That has many wondering if the coronavirus vaccine is safe for them and their unborn child. Nikki Battiste spoke with Dr. Andrea Edlow, a Maternal-Fetal Medicine specialist at Massachusetts General Hospital, about a promising new analysis of the vaccine's effect on pregnancy.
Americans hope to score leftover vaccine
Although roughly 2 million Americans are vaccinated daily, some Americans who aren’t yet eligible are attempting unconventional methods to get their shots quicker. Many are waiting outside vaccine clinics and hospitals, counting on leftovers from cancelled appointments. Charlie Demar has more.
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