FDA approves first RSV vaccine to protect older adults
Up to 10,000 deaths and 160,000 hospitalizations a year are caused by RSV in seniors.
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Latest COVID booster guidance; new subvariant
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is expected to sign off on guidance for another COVID-19 vaccine booster for higher-risk groups. Meanwhile, a new subvariant of the virus first detected in India is spreading across the U.S. Dr. Matifadza Hlatshwayo Davis, director of health for the city of St. Louis, joins CBS News to discuss.
Pandemic experiences vary from state to state
Each state experienced the worst of the COVID-19 pandemic in different ways. CBS News contributor Dr. Celine Gounder, an infectious disease specialist at New York University and editor-at-large for public health at Kaiser Health News, discussed pandemic disparities as well as the latest information on those experiencing long COVID.
Good sleep before a vaccine may boost protection, study suggests
A new study found a link between the amount of sleep you get around the time of a vaccine and the level of antibodies produced, especially in men.
Dr. Anthony Fauci on "The Takeout"
Dr. Anthony Fauci joins Major Garrett on "The Takeout" to discuss the ongoing battle with COVID-19 and the latest subvariant. Dr. Fauci calls misinformation "a horror," especially when it comes to the vaccine. He also says he doesn't understand Elon Musk's tweets about the so-called "Fauci Files" and why he continues to receive death threats after saving millions of lives.
World's first honeybee vaccine
One-third of all food grown in the U.S. depends on bees for pollination. With bee hives collapsing in a time of climate change, a vaccine breakthrough gives scientists hope for saving an animal crucial to the human food chain. Ben Tracy reports.
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.
Recovering from COVID offers immunity: Study
A new study finds that immunity generated from contracting COVID-19 can be just as preventative as getting the original two-shot vaccine series against the virus. Dr. Stanley Perlman, professor of microbiology and distinguished chair at University of Iowa, joined CBS News to discuss the results.
Health authorities race to contain a deadly Marburg outbreak in Equatorial Guinea
Nine deaths have been reported with symptoms of the Ebola virus relative so far.
What the end of the COVID-19 emergency means for free vaccines, health data and more
Most Americans will continue to get vaccines for free, but tests and antiviral pills could get costly later this year.
FAA proposes $1M fine for United Airlines
The FAA is proposing a fine of more than $1 million on United Airlines over preflight safety checks. New York City is lifting its COVID vaccine mandate for public workers this week. And as concerns grow over China's ability to gather information on the U.S., Texas Gov. Greg Abbott says state agencies must ban TikTok on government devices by next week.
Future plans for COVID-19 vaccines
An FDA advisory panel is considering changing the COVID-19 vaccine schedule to once-a-year shots, similar to how flu vaccines are offered. CBS News medical contributor Dr. David Agus joined Anne-Marie Green and Vladimir Duthiers to discuss the potential shift in vaccine recommendations. He also answers questions about the levels of lead in baby food and staying healthy in menopause.
FDA proposes once-a-year COVID shots for most Americans
U.S. health officials want to make COVID-19 vaccinations more like the annual flu shot.
Kindergarten routine vaccination rates fell for second straight year, CDC warns
The decline was not accompanied by a rise in exemptions, the CDC says, suggesting many children could still catch up on their shots.
Moderna vaccine could cost over $100 per dose
Drug manufacturer Moderna says its COVID-19 vaccine could cost as much as $130 per dose once it switches to commercial distribution. The Biden administration announced last year that the federal government would no longer be paying for the vaccines. Kaiser Family Foundation senior vice president Dr. Jen Kates joins CBS News to discuss the potential new costs for the vaccine.
COVID-19 vaccines: From nasal drops to a redesign, what 2023 could have in store
Pivotal results on a variety of next generation approaches are expected soon, as a panel of FDA advisers is set to weigh the future of immunization against SARS-CoV-2.
Uganda is set to declare an end to its latest deadly Ebola outbreak
According to the World Health Organization, an outbreak is over after 42 consecutive days with no new cases, or twice the incubation period of Ebola.
USDA approves vaccine for honeybees, biotech company says
When honeybees get sick with American Foulbrood disease, their hives must be incinerated, impacting the bee population and, in turn, the global food supply.
Omicron subvariant rapidly spreading
Health officials are sounding alarms about a new and rapidly spreading COVID-19 subvariant. CBS News medical contributor Dr. Celine Gounder, editor-at-large for public health at Kaiser Health News and an epidemiologist at NYU, explains how XBB.1.5 differs from its predecessors.
U.S. requiring COVID test for China travelers
Travelers from China will need to test negative for COVID-19 prior to boarding a plane to the United States starting next week. The move comes as cases increase in China and new variants that are resistant to the vaccines may emerge. Scott MacFarlane reports from Washington, D.C.
At least 82 children in Ohio infected with measles
Ohio's outbreak has already surpassed cases reported to the CDC in 2020 and 2021 combined.
Measles, chickenpox cases on the rise
Anti-vaccine messaging has sparked hesitancy among some parents about vaccinating their children, and doctors are reporting increased cases of measles and chickenpox in unvaccinated children. Dr. Shannon Dillon, a primary care pediatrician at Riley Children's Health, joins "CBS News Mornings" to share the concerns she's hearing from parents and her response to them.
Major health findings of 2022: Latest COVID-19 vaccines, treatment to fight obesity and more
CBS News medical contributor Dr. David Agus reflects on the top three health findings of the year and gives his predictions for 2023.
"Tripledemic" severely strains children's hospitals
Pediatric hospitals are in crisis mode due to a wave of respiratory illness. The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said 45 states are reporting "high" or "very high" levels of influenza. Janet Shamlian is at a children's hospital in Tennessee with the details.
"Tripledemic" hampers hospitals across U.S.
Hospitals across the U.S. are being stretched thin due to an influx of patients brought on by a triple threat of flu, respiratory syncytial virus and COVID-19 cases. Michael George has the details.
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Charlie Kirk shot and killed at Utah event; sources say gunman at large
Conservative activist and Turning Point USA co-founder Charlie Kirk died Wednesday after he was shot at an event at Utah Valley University.
Charlie Kirk, influential voice for young conservatives, killed at 31
Charlie Kirk died Wednesday after he was shot in the neck while speaking at an event at Utah Valley University.
Politics, retribution behind FBI purge, agents allege in new lawsuit
A new lawsuit filed by fired FBI agents says the bureau "tried to put the President in jail and he hasn't forgotten it."
Harris: Biden 2024 decision shouldn't have been "left to an individual's ego"
Former Vice President Kamala Harris' book, "107 Days," will detail her sprint of a race for the presidency.
2 wounded in shooting at Colorado high school
The shooting suspect was also wounded, police say.
Poland says Russian drones downed in its airspace during attack on Ukraine
Polish and allied NATO warplanes shot down Russian drones that entered Poland's airspace in what NATO says was the first such intervention during the war in Ukraine.
Mars rover uncovers strongest hints yet of potential signs of ancient life
NASA's Mars rover Perseverance has uncovered rocks in a dry river channel that may hold potential signs of ancient microscopic life.
Elon Musk is no longer the world's richest person, new ranking says
Oracle co-founder Larry Ellison took the title of world's richest person from Elon Musk after stock in the software giant shot up on Wednesday.
New details emerge about turbulence that injured 18 on Delta flight
Passengers endured 2.5 minutes of turbulence that caught the pilots by surprise even though they had already altered their route to avoid the storms, the NTSB said.