Unapproved coronavirus test kits could put public at risk
CBS News is investigating misleading claims about coronavirus test kits. Catherine Herridge reports.
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Possible treatment being tested for coronavirus
There may be a new hope in the desperate race to find a treatment for coronavirus and it couldn't come soon enough. President Trump says he is slashing red tape ordering the FDA to fast track the use of two drugs for sick patients. Ben Tracy has the latest.
Gottlieb on younger kids' vaccination
Dr. Scott Gottlieb, the former FDA commissioner, said the CDC is likely to take a "cautious" approach in vaccinating kids ages 5 to 11, but it's "certainly reasonable" vaccination could start as soon as Thanksgiving.
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Cheaper, sleeker hearing aids may hit drugstores next year
Americans with mild hearing loss may soon be able to buy hearing aids at their local drugstores.
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COVID booster shots and immunocompromised
The Food and Drug Administration is reportedly close to approving "mixing and matching" COVID booster shots. CBS News' Skyler Henry reports that people could soon get a different shot than the one they originally received and Dr. Theodore Strange, chair of medicine at Staten Island University Hospital in New York City, joined CBSN to discuss what this means, especially for immunocompromised Americans.
FDA considers mixing and matching boosters
The Food and Drug Administration is considering giving the green light to mixing and matching COVID-19 vaccine booster shots. Meanwhile, the death of former Secretary of State Colin Powell is focusing attention on so-called breakthrough COVID-19 cases among people with compromised immune systems. Dr. Jeremy Faust, an emergency physician at Brigham and Women's Hospital in Boston, joined CBSN to discuss.
Report: FDA may OK mix-and-match boosters
The Food and Drug Administration is reportedly set to allow a mix-and-match approach for COVID-19 vaccine booster shots. According to The New York Times, the agency could announce its decision Wednesday, when it's expected to authorize the Moderna and Johnson & Johnson boosters. CBS News correspondent Laura Podesta joins CBSN AM to discuss.
FDA and CDC may approve more boosters this week
The nation's top health agencies could approve boosters for the Moderna and Johnson & Johnson COVID vaccines this week. A CDC advisory panel is also meeting this week to discuss who should get the boosters. CBS News correspondent Laura Podesta joins CBSN AM to discuss.
White House tackles supply chain issues
The Biden administration is working with the private sector to try to ease ongoing supply chain issues. CBS News correspondent Carter Evans reports on the problem, and CBS News senior White House correspondent Weijia Jiang joins CBSN with a look at what the administration is doing on that plus, the latest FDA advisory meetings on potential COVID-19 booster shots from Moderna and Johnson & Johnson.
FDA panel recommends booster shots
The FDA vaccine advisory panel is recommending booster shots for some Americans, and these recommendations will head to the FDA and CDC for further authorization. Dr. Ofer Levy, a voting member on that FDA vaccine panel, joins CBSN's Lana Zak for more on the story.
FDA panel backs Johnson and Johnson booster
An FDA advisory panel has endorsed Johnson and Johnson's booster shot for some 15 million Americans. Mireya Villarreal has the details on the panel's decision. Then, Dr. Taison Bell, an assistant professor of medicine at the University of Virginia, joins CBSN's Lana Zak with his analysis.
FDA panel recommends Johnson & Johnson booster
An FDA panel recommended Johnson & Johnson's COVID-19 booster shot for adults 18 and older. The panel suggested getting the booster as early as two months after the original shot. Mireya Villarreal has more.
FDA panel recommends J&J booster shot
The FDA advisory panel unanimously voted to recommend the Johnson & Johnson booster shot on Friday. It comes a day after the same panel made the recommendation for a third Moderna shot. President Biden says full FDA and CDC approval for both boosters could come as early as next week. CBS News reporter Max Bayer and John Moore, a professor of microbiology and immunology at Weill Cornell Medical College, join CBSN's Tanya Rivero to discuss the FDA panel's vote.
FDA advisers back Johnson & Johnson COVID booster shots
New CDC data suggests the single-shot vaccine has the highest rate of breakthrough infections.
Panel recommends Moderna booster for some Americans
A Food and Drug Administration advisory panel voted unanimously Thursday to endorse Moderna's third dose for some Americans, as the president ramps up his push to get more shots in arms. CBS News senior White House correspondent Weijia Jiang reports and joins CBSN to discuss these developments and more from the White House.
FDA advisers support Moderna booster shots
The FDA's independent advisory panel voted unanimously to endorse Moderna booster shots for people 65 and older, and for those 18 and older with medical conditions or occupations that put them at higher risk. CBS News reporter Max Bayer joins CBSN with details.
FDA aims to reduce amount of salt in foods
Federal health officials want the sodium content in all prepackaged foods and dishes from chain restaurants to be cut by at least 12% over the next few years.
FDA urges food industry to reduce salt in products
The new recommendations seek to decrease the nation's average sodium consumption by 12% over the next two and a half years.
Immunologist talks mixing COVID-19 boosters
As the Food and Drug Administration prepares to review COVID-19 booster data from Johnson & Johnson and Moderna this week, other clinical trials are studying the potential of mixing doses of two different vaccines. Immunologist Dr. John Wherry joins CBSN to discuss why this is not yet a good idea.
FDA authorizes first e-cig, cites a quitting benefit for smokers
FDA says the e-cigarette helped adult smokers reduce exposure to the harmful chemicals in traditional cigarettes.
Families plan for holidays amid COVID concerns
The FDA will soon decide on COVID-19 vaccine access for younger age groups, but many parents remain uncertain about vaccinating kids. This comes as the holiday season approaches and families look to gather. Dr. Dyan Hes, founder of Gramercy Pediatrics, joined CBSN to discuss the latest coronavirus news.
Merck seeks FDA authorization for COVID pill
Drugmaker Merck is asking the FDA for an emergency use authorization for an oral pill to treat COVID-19. Manuel Bojorquez reports.
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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 is attending 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
The ICE raid that swept up 300 South Koreans in Georgia has strained an important bilateral relationship, and highlighted a significant challenge.
Nadine Menendez sentenced to more than 4 years in bribery case
Nadine Menendez, the wife of former Sen. Bob Menendez, was convicted of accepting cash and gold bars in exchange for political favors.
British ambassador to U.S. fired over his ties to Jeffrey Epstein
Britain's Ambassador to the U.S., Peter Mandelson, has been fired by Prime Minister Keir Starmer over "the depth and extent" of his relationship with Jeffrey Epstein.
Netanyahu appears to shirk Trump's warning about new strikes in Qatar
Trump says he assured Qatar's leader that Israeli strikes against Hamas in Doha wouldn't be repeated. Netanyahu has threatened to do just that.
AI wants to help you plan your next trip. Can it save you time and money?
AI wants to help you save time and money when planning your next trip, but how good is it at getting you the best deals?
Prince Harry has his first meeting with dad King Charles in 19 months
On a rare trip back to the U.K., devoted mostly to charity events, Prince Harry may have begun the reconciliation with his family he's said he wants.