New mask guidance sends states, businesses scrambling
Several major retailers are keeping mask mandates in place after the CDC released new guidance for the fully vaccinated. Meg Oliver reports.
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Updated mask guidance prompts confusion
There is confusion surrounding the CDC's updated guidance easing mask requirements for fully vaccinated people. As Meg Oliver reports, business owners are unsure how to enforce the new guidelines. Then, Dr. Brittani James, a family medicine physician and co-founder of the Institute for Antiracism in Medicine, joins CBSN's Lana Zak to discuss the latest COVID headlines.
Fully vaccinated people don't need masks: CDC
Many Americans who are fully vaccinated still have questions after the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said they no longer need to wear a face mask in most situations. Dr. Eric Cioe-Peña, the director of global health and an emergency room physician, at Northwell Health, joined CBSN's Tanya Rivero with the latest on the guidance.
What CDC's mask guidance means for kids
The CDC has updated its guidelines to say that fully vaccinated Americans do not need to wear masks most of the time. CBS News' Skyler Henry reports on the changes, and Dr. Julie Morita, the executive vice president of the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation, joins CBSN's Tanya Rivero to discuss what this means for kids who are not yet eligible for vaccination.
Why some people prefer to keep wearing masks
Even though the CDC has said people who are fully vaccinated against COVID-19 don't need to wear masks in most settings, not everyone feels comfortable ditching their masks. Psychotherapist Kathryn Smerling spoke with Anne-Marie Green and Vladimir Duthiers on CBSN about why some people may prefer to keep wearing masks.
CDC eases indoor mask restrictions for fully vaccinated people
The CDC defines "fully vaccinated" as two weeks after the second dose, or two weeks after the single-dose Johnson & Johnson.
CDC eases mask guidelines if vaccinated
In a major step towards normalcy, the CDC says Americans who are fully vaccinated can forgo masks and social distancing both indoors and outdoors in most situations, as coronavirus infections continue to drop. CBS News correspondent Laura Podesta joins "CBSN AM" with more on what we can expect.
U.S. launches campaign to vaccinate kids
Thousands of adolescents stood on line for their first shot Thursday, according to CBS News' Mola Lenghi. Dr. Taison Bell, a critical care and infectious disease physician and the medical ICU director at the University of Virginia, joins CBSN's Lana Zak to discuss the latest guidance.
U.S. races to vaccinate teens after CDC endorsement
While some parents are hesitant to have their kids get the COVID-19 vaccine, others couldn’t wait to get their kids in line. Mola Lenghi shares more.
CDC eases mask restrictions for fully vaccinated
People who are fully vaccinated against COVID-19 no longer have to wear masks indoors or outdoors in most settings, the CDC said. Nancy Cordes has more.
Dr. Jon LaPook on what the new mask guidance means
CBS News Chief Medical Correspondent Dr. Jon LaPook discusses why masks are still required in some settings and what to do if you’re not sure whether others have been vaccinated.
CDC eases mask guidelines after vaccination
The CDC announced today that most fully vaccinated Americans do not have to wear a face mask anymore in most indoor or outdoor situations. Dr. Teresa Murray Amato, chair of emergency medicine for Long Island Jewish Forest Hills, joined CBSN's Tanya Rivero with more on this big change in the guidelines.
CDC director on easing mask guidelines
Dr. Rochelle Walensky, the director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, says that given the decline in U.S. cases and the strong effectiveness of the COVID-19 vaccines, people who are fully vaccinated no longer need to wear masks in most indoor or outdoor situations. Watch her remarks.
Most indoor mask guidelines may be on way out in U.S., experts say
Consensus is growing among experts that encouraging data could mean the U.S. is nearing the right time to lift indoor mask restrictions in most public settings
CDC recommends Pfizer vaccine for kids 12 and older
The CDC is recommending Pfizer's COVID-19 vaccine to children as young as 12. As CBS News correspondent Janet Shamlian explains, some hospitals began administering shots to the younger age group prior to the recommendation. Dr. Stanley Perlman, a professor of microbiology and immunology at the University of Iowa and a pediatric infectious diseases physician, shares his analysis.
CDC panel endorses Pfizer vaccine for adolescents
A panel of CDC advisers recommended the use of Pfizer’s COVID-19 vaccine for kids ages 12 to 15. Some states have already been giving adolescents the shots thanks to the FDA’s authorization. Janet Shamlian shares more.
CDC recommends Pfizer's COVID vaccine for kids 12 and up
Many adolescents could get their first doses within the coming days.
Doctor on COVID-19 transmission outdoors
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said the chance of COVID-19 transmission outdoors is roughly 10%. However, a New York Times report puts the number at less than 1%, which could greatly affect COVID-19 guidance. Dr. Neeta Ogden, an internal medicine specialist and immunologist, joined CBSN to discuss.
Opioid epidemic worsening
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says the opioid epidemic is becoming worse. In 45 states, ER visits for overdoses are up 30 percent -- and there are virtually no signs of it getting better. CBS News correspondent Dean Reynolds reports.
Pfizer says its vaccine is 100% effective in adolescents
Children as young as 12 could start receiving the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine as soon as Thursday if a CDC advisory panel gives the green light. Janet Shamlian shares more.
Biden combats slowing COVID vaccination pace
President Biden on Tuesday held a meeting with governors to discuss new efforts to combat dwindling vaccine demand as officials prepare to vaccinate millions of adolescents. Dr. Amesh Adalja, an infectious disease expert and senior scholar at Johns Hopkins University's Bloomberg School of Public Health, joins CBSN's Elaine Quijano to discuss the latest.
Opioid overdose ER visits up 30 percent
New report from the CDC finds the nation's deadly opioid epidemic is worsening, with a nearly 30 percent jump in emergency room visits for overdoses in a 15-month period. The increases were seen among both men and women, and with all age groups. Dr. Tara Narula joins "CBS This Morning" with more on the nation's opioid crisis.
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Overdose deaths up across the U.S.
A new report out shows opioid overdoses have risen 30 percent in 45 states. But increases are even higher in states like Wisconsin, Pennsylvania and Delaware. CBS News correspondent Dean Reynolds is in Illinois, where just one ER doctor said they treated 500 people in a year.
Mystery of missing CDC worker
Dr. Timothy Cunningham, an epidemiologist at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention in Atlanta, has been missing since February 12. CBS News' Omar Villafranca joins CBSN with the latest on the mysterious disappearance.
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Charlie Kirk shot and killed at Utah event; manhunt for shooter ongoing
Conservative activist and Turning Point USA co-founder Charlie Kirk died Wednesday after he was shot at an event at Utah Valley University.
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Nation holds tributes to mark 24 years since 9/11
President Trump will be at the ceremony at the Pentagon.
Search for Charlie Kirk's killer continues. Here's what we know.
Conservative activist Charlie Kirk was shot and killed on Wednesday while speaking an event at Utah Valley University. Authorities have not identified a suspect.
More than 300 Koreans detained by ICE at Georgia Hyundai plant heading home
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CPI rose at a rate of 2.9% in August as U.S. inflation ticked higher
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British ambassador to U.S. fired over his ties to Jeffrey Epstein
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Harris: Biden 2024 decision shouldn't have been "left to an individual's ego"
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Prince Harry has his first meeting with dad King Charles in 19 months
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