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Some experts predict the next month could be the worst part of the pandemic so far in the U.S., after millions of people traveled for the holidays. The new, more transmissible COVID-19 variant — first detected in the U.K. — is now in the states, and vaccinations are happening much more slowly than predicted. Dr. Stanley Perlman joins CBSN's Lana Zak to discuss the latest on the pandemic.
The following is a transcript of an interview with Operation Warp Speed Chief Adviser Moncef Slaoui that aired Sunday, January 3, 2021, on "Face the Nation."
Demand for the coronavirus vaccine is high across the United States, especially for seniors. Lana Zak spoke with former Kansas Governor Mark Parkinson, who is CEO of the American Health Care Association and the National Center for Assisted Living, about the push to get seniors vaccinated.
A handful of wealthy nations have more than half of the world's coronavirus vaccine supply even though they have a much smaller fraction of the world's population. The wait for the vaccine in poorer countries could last years. Elizabeth Palmer reports.
Florida officials have reported a case of the new coronavirus variant as COVID-19 cases continue to surge around the country. Dr. Bob Lahita, chairman of medicine at St. Joseph University Hospital and a professor at Rutgers New Jersey Medical School and New York Medical College, joins CBSN to discuss the spread of the mutation.
The top adviser for the vaccination effort recently admitted that "shots in the arms" are taking place "slower than we thought it would be."
The Milwaukee area hospital said it's "more than disappointed that this individual's actions will result in a delay of more than 500 people receiving their vaccine."
Everyone who received the incorrect shot has been contacted or is in the process of being contacted, officials said.
Sinopharm is one of at least five Chinese developers in a global race to create vaccines for the coronavirus.
The U.S. recorded 3,744 COVID-19 deaths Wednesday, according to Johns Hopkins University, marking the highest one-day total. CBS News' Debra Alfarone joined CBSN with the latest on the virus and efforts to fight it and its effects on the economy.
A new, potentially more contagious variant of the coronavirus first reported in the U.K. has been discovered in California and Colorado. Dr. Stanley Perlman, a pediatric infectious diseases physician and professor of microbiology and immunology at the University of Iowa, joins CBSN to answer key questions about this new virus strain.
A new coronavirus strain is spreading across the U.K. as the country implements its latest pandemic lockdown and prepares to roll out the Oxford-AstraZeneca vaccine. The new measures come as the country prepares to leave the European Union. CBS News senior foreign correspondent Charlie D'Agata joins CBSN from London to break down the latest on the coronavirus and Brexit.
British regulators have authorized emergency use of the COVID-19 vaccine from Oxford and AstraZeneca, which is cheaper and easier to store than the Pfizer vaccine. This comes a day after a more contagious U.K. variant of the virus was discovered in the U.S. for the first time. CBS News senior foreign correspondent Charlie D'Agata joins CBSN with more.
From a new variant of COVID-19 to rising cases and falling behind on vaccine promises, the pandemic is taking a worsening toll across the United States. Chip Reid spoke with Dr. Dara Kass, an ER doctor and medical contributor for Yahoo News, about the pandemic.
Only about two million people — of the 20 million promised by the end of the year — have been vaccinated.
The Trump administration had pledged 20 million doses of the vaccine by year's end, but so far, not even 3 million shots have been given and just over 11 million doses have been shipped.
Cheaper to make and easier to move than other approved vaccines, Oxford and AstraZeneca's formula becoming available as U.K. battles new virus variant.
The U.S. is breaking coronavirus hospitalization records on an almost daily basis. California, the current epicenter of the nation's outbreak, has extended stay-at-home orders for two regions as hospitals there remain at or near full capacity. CBS News' Carter Evans reports, and Dr. Timothy Brewer, professor of epidemiology at the UCLA Fielding School of Public Health and of Medicine, joined CBSN to discuss the worsening situation.
The CDC says more than 11 million doses of coronavirus vaccines have been shipped across the U.S. this month, but so far only about 2 million people have received the vaccine. Dr Robert Glatter, an emergency physician at Lenox Hill Hospital in New York, joined CBSN to discuss why the U.S. has had a slow start to the rollout of the COVID-19 vaccine. He also talks about a new vaccine formula being tested by Novavax, and his concerns about the hazards of holiday travel amid the pandemic.
Vice President-elect Kamala Harris received her first dose of the COVID-19 vaccine Tuesday in Washington, D.C. She got the shot on camera in hopes of encouraging Americans to get vaccinated when it's their turn. "That was easy," she said after the shot was administered.
The vice president-elect received her shot on camera as part of efforts to build public trust in the coronavirus vaccine.
The coronavirus pandemic and resulting economic hardships have taken a toll on the mental health of many American this year. Now hope is on the horizon in the form of vaccines. But some psychologists are cautioning against setting unrealistic expectations for 2021. Clinical psychologist Dr. Wendy Dickinson joins "CBSN AM" with more on how to support your mental health during these difficult times.
Moderna vaccine being given to military and civilian healthcare workers, first responders and command staff there even as new wave hits.
If it proves effective, Novavax's formula would have an advantage because it doesn't require specialized freezers.
More than 2 million Americans have now received a coronavirus vaccine, far less than the 20 million vaccinations promised by the end of the year. The mass vaccination effort continues as thousands of Americans remain hospitalized with the virus. Hospitals are bracing for another surge after millions traveled for the Christmas holiday weekend. Infectious disease specialist Dr. Uzma Syed joins CBSN to discuss the latest.
Less than two full days into a ceasefire, Israel's military and Hezbollah were both claiming isolated breaches of the deal.
Trump's claims President Claudia Sheinbaum "agreed to stop migration through Mexico." She says she "explained" what Mexico was already doing.
More than 400 people were arrested in the operation targeting oceans, coasts, rivers and ports around the globe in October and November.
Need to shop on Thanksgiving? Here's what stores, restaurants, and other businesses are open and closed on Turkey Day.
Tariffs on U.S. imports would raise prices for consumers on a range of goods, experts say. Here's what to know.
Mark Swidan, Kai Li, and John Leung have been released from detention, a spokesperson for the National Security Council said.
Dustin Kjersem's death was initially reported as a bear attack after his girlfriend found his body in a tent on Oct. 12.
The tech CEO has been seeking to change his company's perception on the right following a rocky relationship with President-elect Donald Trump.
The woman boarded Delta Flight No. 264 from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport, CBS News learned. She was discovered while the plane was in midair and was taken into custody in Paris.
In settling, the three plaintiffs said they assign no "ill intent" to Rose and realize now that his conduct could be subject to interpretation.
The man's attorneys said the punitive and compensatory damages total the largest amount to ever be awarded by a jury in a medical malpractice case in the U.S.
Trump's claims President Claudia Sheinbaum "agreed to stop migration through Mexico." She says she "explained" what Mexico was already doing.
Need to shop on Thanksgiving? Here's what stores, restaurants, and other businesses are open and closed on Turkey Day.
The tech CEO has been seeking to change his company's perception on the right following a rocky relationship with President-elect Donald Trump.
Need to shop on Thanksgiving? Here's what stores, restaurants, and other businesses are open and closed on Turkey Day.
A November 2023 survey from the Pew Research Center found that 72% of people think tipping is expected in more places than it was five years ago.
Here's what a noted housing expert thinks will happen to mortgage rates next year as Donald Trump outlines his priorities.
Donald Trump's proposed tariffs on Canada could increase U.S. gas prices by up to 70 cents a gallon, energy experts say.
Consumers are expected to open their wallets this holiday season, with these children's toys high on the list.
Trump's claims President Claudia Sheinbaum "agreed to stop migration through Mexico." She says she "explained" what Mexico was already doing.
The tech CEO has been seeking to change his company's perception on the right following a rocky relationship with President-elect Donald Trump.
Former Sen. Bob Menendez, a Democrat from New Jersey, was convicted of 16 felony counts in July.
Keith Kellogg, a retired lieutenant general, served as national security adviser to former Vice President Mike Pence.
President Biden has been briefed on the incidents and "unequivocally" condemns threats of political violence, the White House said.
The man's attorneys said the punitive and compensatory damages total the largest amount to ever be awarded by a jury in a medical malpractice case in the U.S.
Tired from your Thanksgiving feast? You're not alone. But is it the tryptophan in turkey that leads to our food comas? Here's what experts say.
Can cats and dogs eat turkey and other Thanksgiving foods? Here's what experts say about what is safe and not.
An Illinois mom got stuck with a big bill after taking her 3-year-old to the ER but never seeing a doctor. "It's mind-blowing," she said.
Why is Thanksgiving traditionally associated with turkey and other specific foods? We asked a history expert why we eat what we do on the holiday.
Less than two full days into a ceasefire, Israel's military and Hezbollah were both claiming isolated breaches of the deal.
More than 400 people were arrested in the operation targeting oceans, coasts, rivers and ports around the globe in October and November.
Trump's claims President Claudia Sheinbaum "agreed to stop migration through Mexico." She says she "explained" what Mexico was already doing.
Ukraine's Zelenskyy says Russian "tactics of terror" are clear with the latest massive attack on energy infrastructure as temperatures plummet.
The woman boarded Delta Flight No. 264 from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport, CBS News learned. She was discovered while the plane was in midair and was taken into custody in Paris.
In settling, the three plaintiffs said they assign no "ill intent" to Rose and realize now that his conduct could be subject to interpretation.
Sean "Diddy" Combs' lawyers again asked the rapper be released on bond ahead of his trial, but the request was denied.
Members of the iconic band, the Grateful Dead, reflected on the impact bandmate Phil Lesh had on their lives and said they had hoped to play together again.
Iconic band The Grateful Dead, is remembering one of the band's original members, Phil Lesh, who died in October at 84 years old. The surviving original members of the band credit Lesh for the impact he made in each of their lives and revealed they were hoping to play together one more time.
Harvey Weinstein's lawyers filed a legal claim alleging that he is receiving substandard medical treatment in unhygienic conditions while in custody at Rikers Island.
The tech CEO has been seeking to change his company's perception on the right following a rocky relationship with President-elect Donald Trump.
Australia's full legislature has now passed a bill that will soon ban children under the age of 16 from using most social media platforms.
From labor shortages to environmental impacts, farmers are looking to AI to help revolutionize the agriculture industry. One California startup, Farm-ng, is tapping into the power of AI and robotics to perform a wide range of tasks, including seeding, weeding and harvesting.
British phone company Virgin Media O2 has developed an AI-generated grandmother to talk to scammers all day and waste their time so you don't have to. CBS News Confirmed executive producer Melissa Mahtani has more on the "grandma" and how you can protect yourself from phone scams.
Starbucks managers forced to rely on manual systems to handle baristas' pay, but customers unaffected.
Scientists now have a clearer picture of Camp Century, an abandoned U.S. military base long hidden under the ice in Greenland, thanks to a NASA research team's good luck.
Negotiators are far apart as the United Nations tries to work out the world's first treaty to curb plastic pollution. Issues creating roadblocks include limiting new manufacturing of plastic and the potential phasing out of some chemicals. For more on the talks, CBS News was joined by Erin Simon, vice president and head of plastic waste and business for the World Wildlife Fund in the U.S.
Forensic pathologists hope advanced DNA testing technology will enable them to attach names to all the unidentified people at the Honolulu Medical Examiner's Office.
At the Johnson Space Food Systems Laboratory in Houston, NASA scientists develop dishes – freeze-dried, heat-stabilized, or irradiated – to serve on the International Space Station. Correspondent David Pogue checks out what's on the menu in Earth orbit.
This winter, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration predicted above-average temperatures throughout the U.S. because of a "slowly developing" La Niña pattern. CBS News Sacramento meteorologist Tracy Humphrey reports on the changing winter conditions.
Dustin Kjersem's death was initially reported as a bear attack after his girlfriend found his body in a tent on Oct. 12.
More than 400 people were arrested in the operation targeting oceans, coasts, rivers and ports around the globe in October and November.
Sean "Diddy" Combs' lawyers again asked the rapper be released on bond ahead of his trial, but the request was denied.
Police in the Balkans arrested 11 alleged members of a criminal syndicate responsible for smuggling cocaine from South America to Europe, officials said.
Daniel Andreas San Diego, a suspect in in two 2003 northern California bombings, was arrested in the U.K. this week. San Diego, who had been one of the FBI's most wanted terror suspects, now faces extradition.
The Sombrero galaxy, named for its resemblance to the Mexican hat, is about 30 million light-years from Earth.
Marc and Sharon Hagle, both making their second space flight, were among the passengers for the NS-28 mission.
The ninth Blue Origin space tourism flight launched from West Texas Friday morning. CBS News space consultant Bill Harwood and space expert Scott Heidler offered analysis of the flight.
President-elect Donald Trump attended SpaceX's sixth flight test of its Super Heavy-Starship on Tuesday with CEO Elon Musk. The burgeoning friendship between the two men played a key role in Trump's reelection, with Musk now set to run a government efficiency agency in the coming months. CBS News political reporter Jake Rosen and Politico aviation reporter Oriana Pawlyk join "America Decides" with more.
President-elect Donald Trump was on hand with Elon Musk for the sixth test flight of SpaceX's huge Super Heavy-Starship rocket.
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
See some of convicted serial killer Rodney Alcala's photographs that were discovered by detectives in a Seattle storage locker.
The seesaw marriage between the former ballerina and her much older husband only lasted four years, until she shot him on Sept. 27, 2020.
A look at the evidence in "The Dexter Killer" case; plus, newly revealed letters from the man police say wanted to be like fictional serial killer Dexter Morgan.
Live performances are in full swing this summer. Scroll through our concert gallery, featuring pictures by CBS News photojournalist Jake Barlow and photographers Ed Spinelli and Kirstine Walton.
Scrim the rescue dog has become a familiar sight to some in New Orleans, as his face has been plastered on missing posters more than once. The well-known rescue dog has escaped once again, but recent sightings give people hope he'll be home again soon. Kati Weis has the story.
The FBI is investigating multiple threats made against some of President-elect Donald Trump's administration picks like Susie Wiles, Pam Bondi, Howard Lutnick and others. CBS News political reporter Libby Cathey has more on the attacks and the Trump transition.
Sean "Diddy" Combs will not get out of jail on bail after a federal judge denied his latest request Wednesday.
The fighting between Israeli forces and the Iran-backed militant group Hezbollah forced over a million people to leave their homes. Some began returning to Southern Lebanon on Wednesday. CBS News foreign correspondent Debora Patta reports.
Something is in the air in New York City --it's the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade balloons! CBS News New York reporter Alecia Reid has more on the characters to expect and what's behind the fun display.