Trump's plan to bring down drug prices takes small steps
Measures the administration will pursue could take months or years to implement, and none would stop drugmakers from setting sky-high initial prices
Health Care
How Trump plans to bring down drug prices
President Trump announced his plan on Friday for cutting prescription drug costs. The plan aims to increase competition and give private insurers more power to negotiate prices. CBS News political correspondent Ed O'Keefe takes a closer look.
Trump announces plan to lower drug prices: "This is a total rip off, and we are ending it"
Trump has said the pharmaceutical industry is "getting away with murder" — but can he actually change the system?
How depressed is your state?
New data shows wide geographic differences in the diagnosis of major depression, and one age group is hit especially hard
Using UV light to disinfect hospitals
New technology in the health care industry is aiming to decrease infections patients acquire in the hospital. One invention uses ultraviolet light to disinfect operating rooms and more. Luis Romo, founder and CEO of PurpleSun, as well as Eric Feinstein, investment director at Northwell Ventures, joined CBSN to talk about the benefits of killing germs with UV light.
"Strolling Thunder" event for child care
Families from all 50 states walked on Capitol Hill today to raise awareness about the need for better child care policies. The advocacy group Zero to Three organized the event called "Strolling Thunder," and the organization's chief policy officer, Myra Jones-Taylor, joined CBSN to discuss.
The problem with prescription drug prices
What one city did to fight high drug prices reveals a drug supply chain in which just about every link can benefit when prices go up
Who's better off -- today's retirees or yesteryear's?
Lots of people pine for the "good old days," but the current generation of seniors should count their blessings
Cox praises Planned Parenthood for serving trans community
The actress was honored by Planned Parenthood of New York City at Tuesday night's gala
"Eaten alive" by scabies? No, but here's what can happen
Reports of a woman's death spark concern about scabies, a disease caused by parasitic mites
"My senses were awake": John Dickerson reflects on sensory deprivation
"CBS This Morning" co-host writes about his floating experience
Caring for a loved one with Alzheimer's
Carol and Mike Daly promised to love each other in sickness and in health. As Carol battles Alzheimer's, they've battled the tough times together. CBS News chief medical correspondent Dr. Jon LaPook has been following their journey for the past 10 years to see what many families dealing with Alzheimer's endure in private.
California bill would create health care price controls
The proposal in California would affect private health plans, including those offered by employers and purchased by individuals
Your most important Medicare decision
When you’re first eligible for Medicare, you have to choose which of two very different kinds of plan to enroll in
Couple sues fertility clinic after losing their "only chances" for 2nd child
University Hospitals admitted the number of eggs and embryos lost when the freezer system failed is double original estimates
Some rural hospitals used for big insurance reimbursements – and profit
CBS News investigation finds some hospitals have become gold mines for enterprising health care executives looking for a way to quietly make a quick buck
Trump administration taking new tack on digital-age health care approach
Officials are promising consumer friendly changes and savings in areas from computerized medical records to prescription drugs
Cigna to buy Express Scripts for $52 billion
Health insurer is buying the pharmacy benefits manager to broaden its offerings and customer base
UnitedHealthcare to allow some customers drug rebates
The health insurer will allow about 15 percent of its customers to access rebates that make drugs cheaper
Aetna CEO on acquisition by CVS, rising health care costs
Aetna CEO Mark Bertolini says the health care industry currently works "backwards"
Face The Nation, 03.21.10
It's the final countdown for the health care vote. Bob Schieffer gets the final word from House Majority Whip James Clyburn (D-S.C.), DCCC Chairman Rep. Chris Van Hollen (D-Md.), Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell (R-Ky.) and Sen. Dick Durbin (D-Ill.). Plus; an anniversary forgotten.
Speaker of the House John Boehner, R-Ohio, plus immigration reform, health care and more
Speaker of the House John Boehner, R-Ohio, Michigan Governor Rick Snyder, Gwen Ifill, Susan Page, David Ignatius, Gerald Seib, Michael Scherer and John Dickerson appear on the July 21st edition of "Face the Nation."
Face The Nation, 10.25.09
Senators John McCain (R-Ariz.) and Russ Feingold (D-Wisc.) discuss the current situation in Afghanistan and health care reform. Plus; Bob Schieffer on First Ladies in the spotlight.
Face The Nation, 01.03.10
Reviving a long standing tradition at CBS News, Bob Schieffer hosts a CBS Correspondents roundtable with Chip Reid, David Martin, Bob Orr, Nancy Cordes, and Jan Crawford. Plus; the truth about government spin.
Face The Nation, 08.23.09
Senators Grassley (R-Iowa) and Conrad (D-N.D.) discuss bi-partisanship on health-care reform; Howard Dean on the politics of a health care co-operative; Plus, Bob Schieffer on how LBJ would handle 21st century health care reform.
Senate GOP eyes key Friday vote in different approach to end government shutdown
Senate Republicans are planning a different approach to try and end the government shutdown on Friday.
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Airlines scramble to comply with FAA order cutting thousands of flights
The FAA ordered airlines to cut thousands of flights starting Friday as the agency deals with air traffic controller shortages during the government shutdown.
Judge orders Trump administration to fully fund SNAP benefits for November
U.S. District Judge John McConnell ordered the Trump administration to provide the full food stamp benefits by Friday.
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ICE's detainee population reaches 66,000, a new record high, statistics show
ICE's detainee population is at the highest level on record as President Trump intensifies his crackdown on illegal immigration — and just over half did not have criminal charges or convictions, according to data obtained by CBS News.
Tesla shareholders approve CEO Elon Musk's $1 trillion pay package
The vote comes after a top shareholder, Norway's sovereign wealth fund, said it would vote against the pay package.
Justices let Trump enforce new passport policy removing "X" gender marker
The Supreme Court agreed to freeze a lower court order that stopped the State Department from enforcing a new passport policy put into place by President Trump earlier this year.
Immigrants with health conditions may be denied visas under new guidelines
People seeking visas to live in the U.S. might be rejected if they have certain medical conditions, including diabetes or obesity, under a new directive from the Trump administration.
Cowboys' Marshawn Kneeland dead at age 24
The Department of Public Safety said officers found Kneeland's vehicle abandoned after a crash, then found his body nearby.
Rep. Elise Stefanik will announce run for N.Y. governor Friday, sources say
Rep. Elise Stefanik of New York has been hinting at the possibility of running against Gov. Kathy Hochul in 2026.