From additional staff to altering surgery schedules to make room for patients, hospitals are moving into action to deal with this year’s flu season. Manuel Bojorquez reports on their response, as well as how the flu season is shaping up across the country

From additional staff to altering surgery schedules to make room for patients, hospitals are moving into action to deal with this year’s flu season. Manuel Bojorquez reports on their response, as well as how the flu season is shaping up across the country.

• Jan 17, 2014
• 02:01

This year's flu vaccine can protect against H1N1, but according to the CDC, only 40 percent of Americans have gotten a flu shot. In the Dallas area, flu deaths have more than doubled since last year.

This year's flu vaccine can protect against H1N1, but according to the CDC, only 40 percent of Americans have gotten a flu shot. In the Dallas area, flu deaths have more than doubled since last year, and many patients are suffering from secondary complications, such as pneumonia. Anna Werner reports.

• Jan 10, 2014
• 02:03

Dr. Jon LaPook explains why taking antibiotcs isn't the right way to beat the flu

As flu season begins to ramp up many people who start to experience symptoms rush out to their doctor and beg for antibiotics, but as Dr. Jon LaPook explains, that might not be the best thing to do.

• Jan 10, 2014
• 03:06

New York City's Board of Health approved a mandate that will require all children at city-run preschools and daycare centers to get flu vaccines

New York City's Board of Health approved a mandate that will require all children at city-run preschools and daycare centers to get flu vaccines. Young children are among the most likely to be hospitalized or die from flu complications. Elaine Quijano reports.

• Dec 11, 2013
• 01:54

Officials in New York City will vote on a plan to require flu shots for kids under five-years-old, if they are in pre-school or day care centers

Officials in New York City will vote on a plan to require flu shots for kids under five-years-old, if they are in pre-school or day care centers. Dr. Holly Phillips talks to the "CBS This Morning" co-hosts about the proposal.

• Dec 11, 2013
• 02:39

Students at Princeton University are getting vaccinated against meningitis after an outbreak on campus left seven students sick

Students at Princeton University are getting vaccinated against meningitis after an outbreak on campus left seven students sick. The vaccine is not FDA-approved, but federal officials are allowing it to be used in this case. Adriana Diaz reports.

• Dec 9, 2013
• 01:20

CDC director says U.S. could have "worst fall" ever

"This could be the worst fall from a public health perspective we've ever had," said CDC Director Dr. Robert Redfield.

• Aug 13, 2020

Princeton University said it would use a vaccine not approved in the U.S. to fight an outbreak of meningitis on campus

Princeton University got an emergency waiver to offer a meningitis vaccine not approved in the U.S. Seven people at Princeton have contracted a less-common form of the brain infection, and officials hope the vaccine will curb the outbreak. Elaine Quijano reports.

• Nov 18, 2013
• 01:57

U.S. struggles to control spread of COVID-19

The U.S. continues to struggle to control the spread of the novel coronavirus in many parts of the country. Nearly a third of the nation's total cases are in just three states: California, Texas, and Florida, and there's still a shortage of testing. Dr. Shoshana Ungerleider joins CBSN to break down the latest developments.

• Aug 13, 2020
• 06:43

Fauci, Azar cast doubt on Putin's virus vaccine claim

National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases head Dr. Anthony Fauci and Health Secretary Alex Azar pointed to likely inadequate testing of the supposed Russian vaccine.

• Aug 12, 2020

Clues from asymptomatic COVID-19 carriers

Dr. Neeta Ogden joins CBSN to discuss what researchers hope to learn about the coronavirus from people who got infected by never developed symptoms. Plus, new studies suggest that vaping may increase the risk and that neck gaiters don't offer as much protection as other face masks.

• Aug 12, 2020
• 08:56

Moderna's virus vaccine costs far more than rival treatments

Drugmaker agrees on $1.5 billion deal to provide the U.S. government with 100 million doses of treatment.

• Aug 12, 2020

Putin claims Russia has developed a coronavirus vaccine

Russian president says it's proven effective during tests, but skeptics note it hasn't gone through normal Phase 3 trials.

• Aug 12, 2020

Putin claims Russia has first COVID vaccine

Russian President Vladimir Putin claims his country is now using the world's first COVID-19 vaccine and one of his daughters has already been inoculated. Russian authorities say medical workers, teachers and others in high-risk groups will get the vaccine first. Dr. David Agus joins "CBS This Morning" to explain what we know about the vaccine and whether it changes how the U.S. and other countries approach vaccine development.

• Aug 11, 2020
• 01:55

Will a coronavirus vaccine help those who need it most?

There is a lack of trust between minority communities and the health care system, Dr. Uché Blackstock said.

• Aug 10, 2020

Getting a COVID vaccine to those at high risk

The United States hit yet another grim milestone in the coronavirus pandemic, with more than 5 million cases confirmed. Dr. Uché Blackstock joins CBSN to discuss the latest developments, including the push to get at-risk communities onboard with a vaccine.

• Aug 10, 2020
• 06:56

Tracking the latest with COVID-19

Tracking the latest: Questions remain as kids head back to school. CBS News medical contributor Dr. David Agus looks at the classroom, vaccines and more.

• Aug 8, 2020
• 02:58

Is a vaccine by Election Day possible?

President Trump says he is optimistic the U.S. could have a COVID-19 vaccine before November 3. Dr. David Agus joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss the likelihood there is a vaccine in the fall and address vaccine efficacy and safety concerns.

• Aug 7, 2020
• 04:51

Trump "optimistic" about a COVID-19 vaccine near Election Day

Public health experts, including Dr. Anthony Fauci, do not expect a vaccine to be available to the public before 2021.

• Aug 7, 2020

Companies race to develop COVID-19 monoclonal antibody treatment

In contrast to the convalescent plasma taken from survivors' blood, monoclonal antibodies can be manufactured in large amounts in a lab.

• Aug 5, 2020

W.H.O.: No "silver bullet" for COVID-19

The World Health Organization is warning the road to normalcy will be long and that there may never be a "silver bullet" for the novel coronavirus. Dr. Shoshana Ungerleider joins CBSN to discuss the latest developments, including an increase in the projected number of U.S. deaths, and why wearing a face shield isn't as good as wearing a mask.

• Aug 3, 2020
• 07:40

Goldman Sachs expects FDA-approved COVID-19 vaccine this year

Noting pace of research, investment bank says millions of Americans could get vaccinated by July of 2021.

• Aug 4, 2020

Doctor on COVID-19 treatments, school safety

The U.S. saw more than 67,000 new coronavirus cases Friday, pushing the total number of cases above 4.5 million. The death toll is now over 153,000. Dr. Amesh Adalja joins "CBS This Morning: Saturday" to discuss the state of testing, vaccines and school safety amid the pandemic.

• Aug 1, 2020
• 03:53

Sanofi, GlaxoSmithKline in $2.1 billion vaccine deal with U.S.

Federal funding will support vaccine development as well as manufacturing and delivery of 100 million doses.

• Jul 31, 2020

Moderna's phase 3 vaccine trial begins

The largest and final phase of a clinical trial to test Moderna's coronavirus vaccine in the U.S. has officially begun, as daily case numbers continue to rise in dozens of states. CBS News' Laura Podesta reports, and Dr. Ron Elfenbein joined CBSN to discuss the latest developments.

• Jul 27, 2020
• 10:39

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