Why fully vaccinated people get breakthrough COVID infections
Even people who are fully vaccinated can spread the virus, health experts warn.
Blood shortage in U.S. forces some hospitals to postpone surgeries
COVID-19 shutdowns meant the usual ways of donating blood were hampered.
Pandemic leads to dire delays in medical care
Four in 10 Americans put off routine or emergency visits in the first half of 2020.
COVID-19 "long-haulers" cope with lasting virus symptoms
A dedicated marathon runner is having to relearn how to breathe after contracting the coronavirus.
The coronavirus variants experts are most concerned about
New, mutated strains of the coronavirus are causing worry around the world as health officials race to vaccinate as many people as possible. Dr. Jon LaPook reports on why the new strains are popping up.
Honoring warriors on the frontlines of COVID-19
Dr. Jon LaPook pays tribute to medical professionals who, having come face-to-face with the coronavirus, put their own lives in jeopardy in order to save others.
Answers to questions about the COVID-19 vaccine
CBS News chief medical correspondent Dr. Jon LaPook answers viewers' questions about the coronavirus vaccine.
Dr. Jon LaPook on his personal pet peeves
The CBS News chief medical correspondent reveals what irritations push his buttons – and whether one should push back
Fauci on media access, Trump contracting COVID and more
In a wide-ranging 60 Minutes interview, Dr. Anthony Fauci expresses his frustration with a Trump campaign ad; explains why, early in the pandemic, masks were largely recommended for health care workers; and says whether he plans to vote in person.
Could gene therapy cure sickle cell anemia?
An innovative type of gene therapy is being used to attempt to cure sickle cell anemia. Dr. Jon LaPook reports.
3 scientists' advice on how to protect yourself from COVID-19
In contrast to early thinking about the importance of transmission by contact with large respiratory droplets, it turns out that a major way people become infected is by breathing in the virus.
FDA says outside pressure won't influence COVID-19 vaccine approval
The commissioner said, depending on that data, it's possible a vaccine could be available by Election Day and before a Phase III trial is completely finished.
Coronavirus may spread farther than 6 feet indoors
A classroom simulation shows how the spread of the virus is significantly cut down simply by placing ventilation near a teacher.
Companies race to develop COVID-19 monoclonal antibody treatment
In contrast to the convalescent plasma taken from survivors' blood, monoclonal antibodies can be manufactured in large amounts in a lab.
Could gene therapy cure sickle cell anemia?
An NIH clinical trial is ushering in a genetic revolution as an innovative type of gene therapy is used to attempt to cure sickle cell anemia. Dr. Jon LaPook reports.