A new CDC analysis finds many people are not taking the appropriate steps to keep their cholesterol levels under control

A new CDC analysis finds many people are not taking the appropriate steps to keep their levels under control. A new study from "The Journal of American Medical Association" shows the rate for C-section births in the U.S. may be higher than expected. Also, experts say portion sizes may be a key to battling obesity. Dr. Holly Phillips and Dr. Tara Narula join “CBS This Morning: Saturday to discuss the research findings and their implications.

• Dec 5, 2015
• 07:14

Contagious variant now dominant in U.S.

The CDC says a more infectious variant, first identified in England, is now the most common COVID-19 strain in the U.S. On "CBS This Morning," Dr. David Agus explains why health officials are concerned about more contagious variants boosting infection rates.

• Apr 8, 2021
• 02:52

Cruise lines battle CDC for clearance

Tension is escalating as U.S. cruise lines fight to set sail again. First on "CBS This Morning," Royal Caribbean's CEO tells Errol Barnett how his company is preparing its ships to be COVID-safe before taking to the seas.

• Apr 8, 2021
• 04:54

U.K. variant becomes dominant U.S. strain, CDC says

The more contagious variant first found in the United Kingdom is now the dominant strain in the U.S., according to the CDC. As CBS News' Nikki Battiste reports, experts say this variant is fueling clusters of infections in Americans under the age of 17. Dr. Len Horovitz, a pulmonary specialist at Lenox Hill Hospital joins CBSN to discuss what this could mean for our fight against the virus.

• Apr 7, 2021
• 07:14

Health teams from the Centers for Disease Control and New York state descended on New York City to test for the Legionella bacteria at at least 100 sites

Health teams from the Centers for Disease Control and New York state descended on New York City to test for the Legionella bacteria at at least 100 sites. Vinita Nair reports.

• Aug 8, 2015
• 02:07

The number of people infected with Legionnaires' disease is growing in New York City

The number of people infected with Legionnaires' disease is growing in New York City. On Tuesday, Mayor Bill De Blasio said the city is working to contain the deadly outbreak. CBSN's Contessa Brewer spoke to CBS News medical contributor Dr. Holly Phillips about how the disease spreads.

• Aug 4, 2015
• 05:17

The Centers for Disease Control has issued a strong warning about the "dramatic rise" of heroin use in the United States

The Centers for Disease Control has issued a strong warning about the "dramatic rise" of heroin use in the United States. Dr. Debra Houry of the CDC joins CBSN to discuss.

• Jul 8, 2015
• 01:50

A CDC report shows a 63 percent increase in heroin use over the last decade

A CDC report shows a 63 percent increase in heroin use over the last decade. CBS News Chief Medical Correspondent Dr. Jon LaPook tells CBSN's Jeff Glor more with more women and wealthy Americans using the drug.

• Jul 7, 2015
• 04:25

Dr. Holly Phillips joins “CBS This Morning” to discuss the symptoms and offer tips to swimmers

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is warning about rising contamination in swimming pools and hot tubs. Dr. Holly Phillips joins “CBS This Morning” to discuss the symptoms and offer tips to swimmers.

• Jun 26, 2015
• 02:52

The CDC is leading the investigation into the delivery of live anthrax to nine states and a U.S. base in South Korea

The CDC is leading the investigation into the delivery of live anthrax to nine states and a U.S. base in South Korea. CBS News correspondent Chip Reid reports.

• May 28, 2015
• 01:42

CDC: Fully vaccinated Americans can travel

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has cleared fully vaccinated Americans to travel just in time for Easter weekend. The change in guidance comes as more states scale back their coronavirus restrictions, but amid soaring infection rates. Tom Hanson has the details.

• Apr 3, 2021
• 03:01

U.S. shatters COVID-19 vaccination records

The U.S. administered a record-breaking 20 million coronavirus vaccine doses in one week. As vaccination efforts ramp up, the CDC has new travel guidance for those who are fully vaccinated. But as Omar Villafranca reports, that good news comes with a warning. Dr. Len Horovitz, a pulmonary specialist at Lenox Hill Hospital, joins CBSN to break down the latest.

• Apr 2, 2021
• 07:29

Fully vaccinated people may safely resume travel, CDC says

Over 100 million Americans have been fully vaccinated against COVID-19 so far.

• Apr 2, 2021

How to keep safe over Easter holiday

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention are expected to release new air travel guidance Friday. Dr. Bob Lahita shares with CBSN's Anne-Marie Green and Vladimir Duthiers what to know if you have to fly and ahead of any family gatherings for the upcoming Easter holiday as well as other developments related to the coronavirus pandemic.

• Apr 2, 2021
• 09:01

Experts fear U.S. may enter 4th COVID surge

There are mounting concerns the U.S. is entering a fourth coronavirus surge as cases rise across the country. CDC data shows more than 40% of all counties are now in the red zone. As CBS News' Manuel Bojorquez reports, officials are urging Americans to take precautions over the Easter holiday. Dr. David Hirschwerk, an attending infectious disease specialist at Northwell Health, joins CBSN with his analysis.

• Apr 1, 2021
• 06:24

U.S. braces for possible surge in COVID cases

As CBS News' Meg Oliver reports, the U.S. is bracing for a possible fourth wave of coronavirus infections as cases continue to rise across the country. The White House is pleading with states to keep or reinstate their mask mandates. Dr. Amesh Adalja, an infectious disease expert and senior scholar at Johns Hopkins University's Bloomberg School of Public Health, joins CBSN's Lana Zak to discuss the latest.

• Mar 31, 2021
• 09:00

Biden: 90% of adults will be eligible for vaccination by April 19

President Biden says 90% of adults in the U.S. will be eligible for the COVID-19 vaccine by April 19, about two weeks earlier than his previous goal of May 1. However, health officials warn Americans not to let down their guard just yet as infection rates begin to rise again and more states begin easing safety measures. CBS News senior White House and political correspondent Ed O'Keefe joins CBSN AM to discuss the latest developments.

• Mar 30, 2021
• 07:51

Doctor on pandemic travel, vaccine study

Dr. Dyan Hes spoke with Anne-Marie Green and Vladimir Duthiers on CBSN about whether it's safe to travel amid the ongoing pandemic, and a new "real-world" CDC study that confirms how effective COVID-19 vaccines are.

• Mar 30, 2021
• 04:37

Dr. Tom Frieden, the head of the Centers for Disease Control, says we must use vaccines to make sure measles doesn't gain a "foothold" in the U.S.

Dr. Tom Frieden, the head of the Centers for Disease Control, says we must use vaccines to make sure measles doesn't gain a "foothold" in the U.S.

• Feb 1, 2015
• 04:34

CDC director warns of "impending doom" amid COVID spike

The number of coronavirus cases in the U.S. has surpassed 30.2 million, according to Johns Hopkins University.

• Mar 30, 2021

Mental health crisis surging among many Americans

The pandemic has caused many Americans to experience symptoms of anxiety and depression. A new CDC study found that adults aged 18 to 29 are the most affected group. But, kids and teenagers are also suffering greatly from a year of remote learning and lockdown. Clinical psychologist and author Ramani Durvasula joins CBSN's Elaine Quijano with more.

• Mar 29, 2021
• 07:56

COVID-19 cases rise in half the U.S.

Health officials are pleading with Americans to follow protective measures as coronavirus cases rise across the nation. As Mola Lenghi shows us, new infections are up 10% and hospitalizations are trending in the wrong direction. Then, Dr. Uzma Syed, an infectious disease specialist, joins CBSN's Elaine Quijano with more.

• Mar 29, 2021
• 07:36

CBS News medical contributor Dr. Holly Phillips joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss the latest numbers

The flu virus has killed 26 children, with 46 states reporting widespread cases. CBS News medical contributor Dr. Holly Phillips joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss the latest numbers from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

• Jan 16, 2015
• 02:27

CDC warns of "impending doom" as cases spike

The head of the Centers for Disease Control pleaded with Americans to not let their guard down in the fight against COVID-19 as cases spike across the country. Mola Lenghi reports.

• Mar 29, 2021
• 02:46

Eviction moratorium extended to June 30 by the CDC

The moratorium on evictions was set to expire on March 31, which could have posed a threat to millions of renters.

• Mar 29, 2021

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