Behind the rise of at-home medical tests
At-home tests for various medical conditions are becoming increasingly popular. What's driving that trend? CBS News reporter Nidia Cavazos explains.
Influenza
Child confirmed as India's second-ever human bird flu case
The World Health Organization has confirmed a human bird flu case in India – a 4-year-old who was infected with the H9N2 avian flu virus.
CDC to post waste data amid bird flu outbreak
As bird flu spreads among cows in the U.S., the CDC plans to publicly post data on a specific influenza virus found in wastewater. Dr. Celine Gounder, CBS News medical contributor and editor-at-large for public health at KFF, joins to break down the latest developments in tracking the virus.
CDC shortens 5-day COVID isolation, updates guidance on masks, testing
The new recommendations apply to COVID-19 and other viruses, like flu and RSV.
CDC finds flu shots 42% effective this season, better than some recent years
The latest data comes as the FDA is weighing a major revision to the flu shots.
Pope Francis visits hospital for tests as he battles the flu
The Vatican says Pope Francis was taken to a Rome hospital "for some diagnostic tests" as he fights the flu.
Flu cases on the rise after holiday season
Cases of respiratory viruses are climbing across the U.S. after weeks of decline, according to new CDC data. Dr. William Schaffner, a professor of infectious diseases at Vanderbilt University Medical Center, joins CBS News with his advice to stay safe during flu season.
Alarming flu surge kills 40 children
There is an alarming flu surge across the country, with doctors warning that the virus is spreading at an increased level in many states. As many as 40 children have died from the illness this flu season, the CDC said. CBS News' Omar Villafranca has more.
CDC reports single-week decrease in flu activity — but "upsurge" may loom
The CDC noted a recent dip in influenza activity, but experts say more increases are expected, meaning it's not time to back down from precautions like the flu shot.
COVID variant JN.1 spreads across U.S.
A sharp uptick in emergency room visits and hospitalizations for COVID-19, influenza and RSV began in mid-December, and a COVID variant called JN.1 is rapidly spreading.. Dr. William Schaffner, a professor of infectious diseases at Vanderbilt University Medical Center, joins CBS News with the data and what to know about the variant.
COVID-19 cases are rising. What do you need to know now?
The COVID-19 virus is continually changing, and a recent subvariant, the JN.1, is rapidly climbing the charts.
Health officials are monitoring a triple threat of respiratory illnesses
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is tracking the spread of the flu, RSV and COVID-19 this winter.
COVID cases rising as new variant spreads
The World Health Organization is calling the JN.1 COVID-19 strain, a subvariant of the Omicron strain, a "variant of interest." Dr. William Schaffner, a professor of infectious diseases at Vanderbilt University Medical Center, joins CBS News with details on the virus's spread.
COVID and flu surge could strain hospitals as JN.1 variant grows, CDC warns
"COVID-19 hospitalizations are rising quickly," the CDC said, and the new variant JN.1 is making up an increasing share of cases.
COVID-19 increasing again, especially in Midwest, Mid-Atlantic, CDC says
Cases of other respiratory illnesses, including flu and RSV, are also on the rise.
Not yet vaccinated? Now's the time before Thanksgiving, CDC says
Experts say now is a good time to get vaccinated against COVID and flu ahead of your Thanksgiving holiday gathering.
Testing advances for Moderna's COVID-flu shot
Moderna plans to begin a late-stage trial later this year of its combination vaccines that offer protection against both COVID-19 and the flu. Dr. Stephanie Navarro Silvera, a professor in the Department of Public Health at Montclair State University, explains why a dual shot would be considered "a win in terms of public health."
How FDA's top vaccines official is timing his COVID and flu shots
Can you get your COVID booster and flu shot at the same time? Here's what health experts say.
How to protect yourself from COVID, flu and RSV this fall
Dr. Céline Gounder shares what you need to know about protecting yourself from COVID, RSV and the flu in the season ahead.
3 tips to keep kids healthy this back-to-school season
Back to school can often mean back to germs. But experts say there are ways to keep kids protected — and make vaccinations less scary, too.
CDC to investigate swine flu virus behind woman's death in Brazil
The patient, a 42-year-old woman living in the Brazilian state of Paraná, never had direct contact with pigs.
Flu and COVID combo shots won't be ready this year, FDA official says
The FDA's goal is to roll out the combo option by the following flu season.
CDC: Flu vaccine provided "substantial protection" across all age groups
The vaccine proved more effective than in previous seasons at preventing hospitalizations and emergency room visits.
Dog flu cases are on the rise this winter
Dog flu cases are on the rise this winter. Veterinary microbiologist Stephen Cole joins CBS News' Errol Barnett and Lana Zak to discuss what you need to know to protect your pet.
"Tripledemic" fears fade as cases decline
Hospitals did see an uptick in patients with flu, COVID-19 and RSV this winter, but cases are now on the decline. CBS News medical contributor Dr. Céline Gounder joined Anne-Marie Green on "CBS News Mornings" to discuss whether the threat is over. Plus she explains the latest on plans for yearly COVID vaccine shots, similar to a flu shot.
live updates
Government faces midnight shutdown deadline as Senate plans votes
The Senate plans to vote for a House-passed bill to keep the government open, but Democrats remain opposed ahead of a midnight deadline. Follow live updates here.
Trump, Hegseth rally troops at rare meeting, rail against "woke" standards
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth touted the new name, the Department of War, saying "the era of the Department of Defense is over."
Judge finds Trump admin. unconstitutionally targeted pro-Palestinian students
A judge gave a blistering assessment of the Trump administration's efforts to go after international students who expressed pro-Palestinian views on college campuses.
Feds find more SIM cards in NJ after disrupting network last week
Last week, U.S. Secret Service investigators found SIM servers in the Tri-State area that were capable of disabling cell towers and launching cyber attacks.
Pfizer to lower some drug prices as White House builds "TrumpRx" website
Pfizer's CEO said President Trump's threat of tariffs motivated his company to take swift action.
Hamas leaning toward accepting Trump's Gaza plan quickly, source says
Hamas and other Palestinian factions are expected to present their response to Trump's Gaza ceasefire plan quickly, a source tells CBS News.
Could a government shutdown impact student loans? Here's what to know.
A government shutdown could begin on Wednesday. Here's what to know about student loans, educational funding and the FAFSA.
Imelda strengthens into a hurricane off the Bahamas
Imelda, the ninth named storm of the 2025 Atlantic hurricane season, strengthened into a hurricane on Tuesday.
U.S. sees surge in baptisms as more Gen Z men embrace faith
A nationwide event drew 30,000 people and marked a broader trend of rising baptisms, with Gen Z men leading a new wave of faith.