CDC rolls out new school distancing guidelines
The updated guidelines, saying it's safe for most students to sit 3 feet instead of 6 feet apart, could pave the way for more schools to return to in-person learning.
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Does COVID aid package do enough for schools?
President Biden's American Rescue Plan authorized $122 billion for educational funding. But some worry it may not be enough for Black and Brown students who were disproportionately affected by COVID-19. Gabrielle Wyatt, founder of the Highland Project and former executive director of strategy for Newark, New Jersey, public schools, joined CBSN to discuss the inequality of school funding in the U.S. and what needs to be done to close the gap.
Doctor on CDC's school distancing guidelines
The CDC is expected to update its social distancing guidelines for classrooms on the same day that President Biden announced his administration will reach his goal of administering 100 million COVID-19 vaccines in his first 100 days in office. Dr. Bob Lahita spoke with Anne-Marie Green and Vladimir Duthiers on CBSN about how safe it is to reduce the space between desks and when we could see herd immunity in the U.S.
Jim Axelrod spoke with Dr. Anthony Fauci, executive director of the National Institute for Allergy and Infectious Diseases, to find out why a measles outbreak happening and how far it could spread.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has reported 84 cases of measles in 11 states. Jim Axelrod spoke with Dr. Anthony Fauci, executive director of the National Institute for Allergy and Infectious Diseases, to find out why this is happening and how far it could spread.
The autism rate in the U.S. is 30 percent higher than previously thought
The autism rate in the U.S. is 30 percent higher than previously thought, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, which puts the number of American kids and teens with autism at 1.2 million. Jim Axelrod reports.
New government statistics show the number of children identified with autism continues to rise
New government statistics show the number of children identified with autism continues to rise. The disorder now affects roughly 1.2 million children and teens in the U.S. Marlie Hall reports.
School system helps CDC understand coronavirus spread
John Dickerson reports on the project at Marietta City Schools, Sunday on 60 Minutes.
Daily health headlines: Faster treatment improves stroke recovery
Daily health headlines: Faster treatment improves stroke recovery, cancer patients with diabetes have lower survival rates, plus more top stories.
Daily health headlines: A diet high in animal proteins linked to early death, plus more top health stories
Daily health headlines: A diet high in animal proteins linked to early death, hospitals doling out too many antibiotics, plus fruits and veggies may benefit pregnant women.
CDC urges caution in spring break travel
The U.S. is seeing some encouraging signs in the fight against the coronavirus pandemic as more people across the country get vaccinated. But the CDC is still urging caution about another potential surge in cases as states ease restrictions. CBS News' Naomi Ruchim joins "CBSN AM" with more.
CDC warns of surge as COVID protocols ignored
Health officials are pleading with spring breakers to keep following precautions during their travels, warning that there could be another surge in coronavirus cases. Manuel Bojorquez has more.
Biden to address nation about pandemic
President Biden will address the nation tonight, as the world marks one year since the coronavirus was declared a global pandemic. Friday, he's expected to sign his $1.9 trillion relief package into law. CBS News' Debra Alfarone joins CBSN AM with the latest.
CDC predicts decrease in COVID-19 deaths
The CDC predicts that the rate of COVID-19 deaths will decrease over the next four weeks. But some states have already started lifting restrictions, which health experts say could create another coronavirus surge. Dr. Dara Kass, an emergency room physician at Columbia University Medical Center and a Yahoo News medical contributor, joined CBSN's Lana Zak to discuss.
CDC's new guidelines for vaccinated people
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention offered new guidance for how those who have received their final doses of the COVID-19 vaccine can gather safely indoors and outdoors. It comes as the House is on the verge of passing President Joe Biden's $1.9 trillion economic relief package. CBS News' Debra Alfarone joins CBSN AM with the latest.
CDC: Small, unmasked gatherings OK for fully vaccinated
New CDC guidelines are a "first step" toward a normal life. They say people who have been fully vaccinated against COVID-19 can gather in small groups together indoors without masks or social distancing. And those fully vaccinated can visit unvaccinated people who are from one household and low risk for severe COVID symptoms. Dr. David Agus joins "CBS This Morning" to explain the guidelines.
Here's what the CDC says fully vaccinated people can do
The CDC says fully vaccinated can visit with fully vaccinated people indoors in small settings without masks or physical distancing.
CDC releases guidance for vaccinated people
The CDC has released new guidance saying it's safe for fully vaccinated Americans to hold small indoor gatherings, but everyone should still wear masks in public places. CBS News correspondent Manuel Bojorquez reports on the details, and Dr. Teresa Amato, the director of emergency medicine at Long Island Jewish Forest Hills, joins CBSN with more on how to stay safe as states eases restrictions.
CDC releases guidelines for vaccinated people
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says people who are fully vaccinated can visit with others who are vaccinated and people at low risk of getting a serious case of COVID-19 without social distancing or wearing masks, among other recommendations Dr. Ogechika Alozie, an infectious disease specialist, joins CBSN to break down the new guidelines and discuss other pandemic updates.
CDC announces guidelines for vaccinated people
Dr. Rochelle Walensky, the director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, announced new guidelines on safe activities and gatherings for people who've been fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Watch her remarks.
Here's what the CDC says fully vaccinated people can do
The CDC says fully vaccinated can visit with fully vaccinated people indoors in small settings without masks or physical distancing.
CDC study finds in-person dining bans, wearing masks make a difference
As the COVID-19 infection rate has have been dropping, some governors are ditching mask mandates and allowing restaurants to reopen for in-person dining.
Expert weighs in on new COVID-19 vaccine
Some people are skeptical of getting the new Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 shot because of its efficacy rate or because of moral objections. Dr. Bob Lahita joined CBSN with what the science says about the vaccines, whether to wear two masks and more.
New guidance expected for vaccinated people
The CDC is expected to release updated guidance soon for people who have been vaccinated against COVID-19. Sources tell CBS News the recommendation will allow small gatherings with other vaccinated people, but continue to urge mask wearing in public. Urgent care nurse practitioner Justin Gill joins CBSN with more.
Democrats criticize administration's guidance on aerosol COVID spread
Four House committee chairs say they have "serious questions" about the adequacy of the CDC's guidance on workplace protection from aerosol transmission.
Johnson & Johnson ships COVID-19 vaccine
Johnson & Johnson has begun shipping its single-dose COVID-19 vaccine, the third jab to become available in the United States as the country races to get Americans inoculated. Dr. Rick Nettles, the vice president of medical affairs for Janssen Infectious Diseases and Vaccines at Johnson & Johnson, joins CBSN to answer questions about the company's vaccine.
Thune says he's "optimistic" about ending government shutdown this week
The shutdown is likely to become the longest on record this evening, when it would surpass the 35 day mark set in 2019.
Trump says government shutdown ends when Democrats give in
President Trump offered no plan for health care costs, which have been a sticking point in ending a government shutdown, and says it will end when Democrats give in.
Trump administration will use contingency fund to pay partial SNAP benefits
The U.S. Department of Agriculture told a federal court that it will tap into a contingency fund to allow states to issue partial SNAP benefits.
What experts say about Trump's plans to restart nuclear testing
After his recent remarks about resuming nuclear testing, President Trump told "60 Minutes" "we're the only country that doesn't test."
Trump on cryptocurrency tycoon he pardoned: "I don't know who he is"
President Trump told 60 Minutes he doesn't know the Binance crypto exchange founder he pardoned. Binance has done business with the Trump family's crypto firm World Liberty Financial.
SNAP recipients say they're ready to scrimp amid food-stamp fight
The USDA said it would provide partial food stamp benefits for November, but it's unclear exactly when participants will get those funds.
Illinois man charged with threatening Trump in Instagram video
A Winthrop Harbor man under investigation by the U.S. Secret Service was arrested Monday morning at his home in Lake County, Illinois.
Is COVID-19 during pregnancy linked to autism? New study offers clues
A large study from Massachusetts found that babies whose mothers had COVID-19 while pregnant were slightly more likely to have a range of neurodevelopmental diagnoses by age 3.
Jonathan Bailey is 2025 People magazine Sexiest Man Alive
"Wicked" star Jonathan Bailey has been named People magazine's 2025 Sexiest Man Alive.