Millions of kids around the world adjust to school in the COVID era

No major coronavirus spikes after 22 European nations let some kids back into classes, but anxiety is still there, and nothing is like it used to be.

• May 21, 2020

Juul accused of targeting children

Executives from the e-cigarette maker Juul were questioned on Capitol Hill Thursday about their role in the teen vaping epidemic. The CDC says one in five high schoolers used e-cigarettes in 2018. As Jamie Yuccas reports, the company is accused of marketing to middle schoolers.

• Jul 25, 2019
• 02:07

Hospitals mobilize to fight Candida auris

A highly contagious fungal infection that may not respond to medication could put hospital and nursing home patients at risk. The CDC says Candida auris has been detected on six continents since it was first identified a decade ago. There are 715 confirmed or suspected cases in the U.S. Meg Oliver reports.

• Jul 30, 2019
• 04:48

Doctor warns about dangers of vaping

Federal health officials are investigating a sharp increase in serious lung illnesses that may be linked to vaping. Dr. Janette Nesheiwat joins CBSN to talk about the potential health risks.

• Aug 23, 2019
• 05:46

450+ cases of lung disease linked to vaping

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention now says it's investigating more than 450 cases of severe lung illnesses believed to be linked to vaping. CBS News' Dean Reynolds has the story of one teen who barely survived.

• Sep 6, 2019
• 02:36

450 illnesses linked to vaping

The CDC is urging people to consider not using e-cigarette products as it investigates why some users have developed serious illnesses. Officials have identified 450 possible cases nationwide. Dr. Jon LaPook reports.

• Sep 6, 2019
• 03:00

Severe lung illness possibly linked to vaping

A fourth person has died from a lung illness possibly linked to vaping. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is investigating, though health officials have not linked the illness to any single device or product. CBS News chief medical correspondent Dr. Jon LaPook discusses what officials are doing to combat the illness.

• Sep 6, 2019
• 05:09

Sixth death possibly linked to vaping

Six deaths are now connected to a growing public health crisis tied to vaping. The newest death is in Kansas, where health officials say a patient who used e-cigarettes recently died of lung disease. The exact cause of that illness is under investigation. The CDC says it's looking at more than 450 cases of vaping-related illness. Janet Shamlian reports.

• Sep 11, 2019
• 02:48

Why it's hard to figure out vaping illnesses

As another death is linked to vaping, CBS News chief medical correspondent Dr. Jon LaPook joins “CBS This Morning” to discuss why investigators are facing such a tough challenge in identifying what's behind an outbreak of respiratory illnesses across the U.S.

• Sep 11, 2019
• 01:32

CDC releases reopening guidelines

As all 50 states are starting to lift restrictions and reopen their economies, the CDC has released guidelines about that process. CBS News White House correspondent Ben Tracy joined CBSN to talk about the latest on that plus other developments in Washington.

• May 20, 2020
• 06:17

U.S. vaping-related deaths now at 8

More than 500 people have been diagnosed with vaping-related breathing illnesses, but the cause remains unknown, U.S. health officials said Thursday. An eighth death was also reported in Missouri on Thursday. CBS News' Meg Oliver reports.

• Sep 19, 2019
• 01:23

FDA opens criminal probe into vaping illness

Eight deaths in the U.S. are now blamed on vaping, with the latest happening in Missouri. The Food and Drug Administration has revealed a criminal investigation of vaping-related illnesses. The CDC reports at least 530 confirmed and probable cases. Most of them involve vaping with THC, the psychoactive ingredient in marijuana, or both THC and nicotine. A bipartisan group in Congress is working with parents to keep teenagers away from e-cigarettes, while accusing the vaping industry of marketing to kids. Tony Dokoupil reports.

• Sep 20, 2019
• 02:46

Vaping-related death toll rises

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is now reporting more than 800 confirmed and probable cases of lung injury associated with using e-cigarettes. At least 12 people have died. CBS News' Dr. Jon LaPook reports.

• Sep 26, 2019
• 00:44

Get flu shot by end of October, officials say

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is urging everyone 6 months and older to get vaccinated as the new flu season gets underway. CBS News' Mark Liverman reports.

• Sep 26, 2019
• 01:16

Vaping illnesses top 1,000 across the U.S.

The CDC issued an alarming update on America's vaping crisis. Nearly 1,100 cases of illnesses linked to vaping have now been reported in the U.S. and 19 patients have died in 16 states. As Dean Reynolds reports, a new study finds recent vaping illnesses are similar to chemical burns.

• Oct 3, 2019
• 03:03

Dr. Frieden discusses reopening U.S.

Dr. Tom Frieden, former CDC director and the president and CEO of global health initiative Resolve to Save Lives, joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss his organization's suggested guidelines on reopening the U.S. amidst the coronavirus pandemic. He also weighs in on new CDC guidelines that have been quietly released.

• May 20, 2020
• 03:56

U.S. extends coronavirus border restrictions indefinitely

Border officials have used the public health order to expel more than 20,000 unauthorized migrants — including unaccompanied children.

• May 19, 2020

Trump says he's taking hydroxychloroquine

President Trump says he is taking hydroxychloroquine and zinc as preventative measures against COVID-19, even though the FDA has warned against it. He also criticized a government whistleblower and defended the firing of the State Department inspector general. CBS News chief Washington correspondent Major Garrett, CBS News political correspondent Ed O'Keefe, and CBS News political director Caitlin Conant join CBSN with the latest.

• May 18, 2020
• 22:06

Trump fires back at Obama's COVID-19 criticism

A war of words between President Trump and former President Barack Obama is escalating over how U.S. leadership has prepared for and responded to the COVID-19 outbreak. Nikole Killion has the latest. 

• May 17, 2020
• 02:33

Americans take advantage as states reopen

Most states began easing coronavirus restrictions over the weekend, and Americans were eager to take advantage. But the CDC director warned the country's death toll could hit 100,000 by the end of the month. Danya Bacchus reports.

• May 16, 2020
• 02:33

U.S. takes precautions as China virus spreads

A deadly virus appears to be spreading in China, prompting the U.S. to take steps to prevent further outbreaks. The CDC and Customs and Border Protection began screening passengers from China for the coronavirus Friday at three U.S. airports: San Francisco, New York and Los Angeles. Internal medicine specialist Dr. Neeta Ogden joined CBSN to discuss what we know about the virus.

• Jan 20, 2020
• 05:39

First case of deadly coronavirus in U.S.

The first case of China's new and deadly coronavirus has been reported in the U.S. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the patient is in his 30s and traveled in November to Wuhan, China, the center of the outbreak. CBS News correspondent Carter Evans joined "CBSN AM" to discuss from Everett, Washington, where the patient is quarantined.

• Jan 22, 2020
• 03:26

Second case of coronavirus confirmed in U.S.

Health officials in Illinois have confirmed a second U.S. patient has tested positive for the deadly coronavirus. The virus originated in China, where more than 30 million people in 13 Chinese cities are under lockdown. CBS News foreign correspondent Ramy Inocencio reports on the response from Beijing.

• Jan 24, 2020
• 03:03

Friday's top political headlines

The White House says it will veto the House's $3 trillion relief plan, otherwise known as the HEROES Act, should it pass the Senate. Meanwhile, President Trump said Friday that he is confident there will be a coronavirus vaccine by the end of 2020. Politico's Daniel Lippman joins CBSN's Lana Zak to discuss Friday's top political headlines.

• May 15, 2020
• 11:17

Wuhan coronavirus lockdown traps 1K Americans

A Wisconsin man is doing everything he can to get his wife and two children out of Wuhan, China, as the coronavirus death toll climbs to 106. The family is three of about 1,000 Americans stuck in the quarantined city. Ramy Inocencio reports on their chances of escape as many hold out hope for boarding the U.S. Embassy’s upcoming flight on Wednesday.

• Jan 28, 2020
• 02:39

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