FDA warns monkeypox could mutate if antiviral drug is overused
The FDA said the monkeypox virus needs "only a single amino acid change" to evade the treatment.
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As Monkeypox eases in the West, Africa, yet again, is left behind
"Africa is still not benefiting from either monkeypox vaccines or the antiviral treatments," says one expert, lamenting the latest risky case of medical inequity.
Justice Dept. says Trump nominee acceptable as "Special Master": CBS News Flash August 12, 2022
The Justice Department has agreed to one of former President Trump's nominees for "Special Master" in its probe of allegedly mishandled White House documents, but it's still unclear when the special master will be chosen by a U.S. district judge. Los Angeles County has the country's first confirmed death from monkeypox and, at The Emmys, "The White Lotus," "Ted Lasso" and "Succession" picked up some of the biggest awards.
Second person in the U.S. dies after contracting monkeypox
Officials in Los Angeles County said autopsy results could be available in "as soon as a few days."
White House debuts new monkeypox vaccine plan
The White House deputy coordinator for the monkeypox response, Dr. Demetre Daskalakis, joins CBS News to discuss the administration’s new initiative to inoculate high-risk Americans who previously lacked access to the monkeypox vaccine.
Parents concerned about monkeypox risk
More than 18,400 cases of monkeypox have been confirmed in the U.S. so far. While only 17 of those are children under the age of 16, some parents are concerned that the number will grow as kids head back to school. Dr. Susannah Hills, a pediatric airway surgeon at Columbia University Medical Center, joins CBS News to discuss what parents need to know about that, plus the new COVID booster shot formula targeting Omicron subvariants.
Texas investigating monkeypox patient's death
A patient in Texas is the first person with monkeypox to die in the current U.S. outbreak. The Texas Health Department is looking into whether the disease played a role in their death. Denis Nash, the executive director at CUNY Institute for Implementation Science in Population Health and a distinguished professor of epidemiology at CUNY School of Public Health, joins "CBS News Mornings" to explain the response and break down what parents should be aware of as students return to the classroom.
First U.S. death reported in monkeypox patient
Texas officials announced what is believed to be the first death in the U.S. of a patient diagnosed with monkeypox. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, more than 18,000 cases have been reported nationwide.
More monkeypox vaccines to be distributed
U.S. officials said additional monkeypox vaccines could be made available to the public as soon as September. This comes as the director of the CDC said she is cautiously optimistic the outbreak is slowing in the U.S. Dr. Céline Gounder, an editor at large for public health at Kaiser Health News, joined CBS News' Tanya Rivero and Tony Dokoupil to discuss the latest developments on the outbreak.
CDC sees downward trend in monkeypox cases
CDC Director Rochelle Walensky says she's cautiously optimistic about what appears to be a downward trend in monkeypox cases across the country. Nearly 17,000 cases have been confirmed in the U.S.
Universities prepare for monkeypox
CBS News correspondent Meg Oliver visits Hofstra University to see what precautions it is taking for monkeypox ahead of the fall semester. She also talks to a public health expert to find out how much of a concern it is.
Dr. Agus answers questions on COVID rebound
CBS News medical contributor Dr. David Agus explains why COVID-19 cases sometimes "rebound" in patients who were treated with Paxlovid. He also answers viewers' questions about Omicron subvariants and whether there's a risk of catching monkeypox at the gym.
What should schools do about monkeypox? CDC guidelines weigh in
The CDC counts only 17 monkeypox cases in children under 16 years old so far.
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Biden administration steps up monkeypox response
The Biden administration is stepping up its response to monkeypox, announcing Thursday that it will make an additional 1.8 million vaccine doses available next week. Dr. Denis Nash, a distinguished professor of epidemiology at the CUNY Graduate School of Public Health and Health Policy, discusses the latest on the outbreak.
U.S. monkeypox cases pass 14,000-mark as Biden promises more vaccine doses
Cases are up over 30% from just a week ago.
Biden promises 1.8M more monkeypox vaccine doses
The White House says an additional 1.8 million doses of the monkeypox vaccine will be available starting Monday as the U.S. passed 13,000 cases. Tanya Rivero has the latest.
U.S. accelerating monkeypox vaccine effort
The White House announced Thursday that it will make an additional 1.8 million monkeypox vaccine doses available for order starting next week. Meanwhile, a pro-Biden group has launched an ad campaign to promote the passing of the Inflation Reduction Act. CBS News senior White House and political correspondent Ed O'Keefe joined "Red and Blue" to discuss both efforts.
8/18: Red and Blue
Hearing on unsealing Mar-a-Lago affidavit; White House speeds up monkeypox vaccine distribution
CDC reorganizing after pandemic missteps
The CDC will be making some changes after criticism over the agency's handling of the COVID-19 pandemic and other public health threats. CBS News chief medical correspondent Dr. Jon LaPook sat down for an exclusive interview with CDC Director Dr. Rochelle Walensky, and he joins CBS News' Lana Zak with more.
CDC chief lays out overhaul after COVID missteps
CBS News chief medical correspondent Dr. Jon LaPook spoke to Centers for Disease Control and Prevention director Rochelle Walensky about the agency's major shakeup over its handling of the COVID-19 pandemic, as well as how it's responding to the monkeypox outbreak.
NYC health commissioner on polio, monkeypox
The virus that causes polio has been detected in wastewater in New York City and two nearby counties, and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says polio may have been spreading in the state since April. New York City Health Commissioner Dr. Ashwin Vasan joins "CBS News Mornings" to discuss that plus how the city is fighting an outbreak of monkeypox.
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Justice Department wants to keep Trump FBI search warrant affidavit sealed; Summer cooldown brings below-average temperatures
Concern over federal government monkeypox response
State and local officials raise concern over the national response to monkeypox and vaccine rollout for the virus. Dr. Bayo Curry-Winchell, an urgent care medical director, joins "CBS News Mornings" with the latest on the virus.
Concerns grow over possible resurgence of polio
There are concerns polio could be making a comeback, after it was detected in New York wastewater samples. In July, an unvaccinated person in Rockland County tested positive for the virus, the first U.S. case in a decade. Dr. Stella Safo, founder of Just Equity for Health, joined CBS News' Lana Zak to discuss polio and other health headlines.
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New York City Mayor Eric Adams' historic federal corruption case has been dropped with prejudice, meaning Adams cannot be re-tried on the same charges at a later time
Wisconsin Supreme Court race won by Democrat-backed Susan Crawford
The closely-watched race was the most expensive judicial election in U.S. history.
Trump to announce new tariffs today amid fears of higher prices
President Trump is expected to announce the details of his reciprocal tariffs plan after 4 p.m. at the White House.
Val Kilmer, actor known for "The Doors" and "Tombstone," dies at 65
A unique talent, Val Kilmer was praised as an acting chameleon who took on varied and challenging roles, and the results were often memorable.
Republicans win 2 Florida special elections for House seats
Republican Randy Fine won the House seat formerly held by Mike Waltz, while Republican Jimmy Patronis won the house seat vacated by Matt Gaetz.
23 more women come forward after London PHD student convicted of rapes
London police say convicted serial rapist Zhenhao Zou may have targeted over 50 other women, and almost two dozen have come forward already.
Death, displacement as Israel steps up war to seize "large areas" of Gaza
Israel says its war in Gaza is "expanding to crush and clean the area" of Hamas, but Palestinian civilians are once again being killed and displaced in huge numbers.
Tesla decelerates as its vehicle shipments slid 13% in first quarter
Tesla is seeing softer demand for its electric vehicles amid protests over Elon Musk's government role at DOGE.
Judge orders legal aid restored for unaccompanied migrant children, for now
A federal judge has ordered the Trump administration to temporarily restore legal aid to migrant kids in the U.S. without a parent or guardian.
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NYC Mayor Eric Adams corruption case dismissed with prejudice, judge rules
New York City Mayor Eric Adams' historic federal corruption case has been dropped with prejudice, meaning Adams cannot be re-tried on the same charges at a later time.
241 passengers, crew sickened with norovirus on luxury cruise ship
U.S. health officials said 224 passengers and 17 crew on board the Cunard cruise ship Queen Mary 2 caught norovirus during a voyage that's still ongoing.
Tesla decelerates as its vehicle shipments slid 13% in first quarter
Tesla is seeing softer demand for its electric vehicles amid protests over Elon Musk's government role at DOGE.
"JFK" director: Reinvestigate assassination at "scene of the crime"
Oliver Stone's "JFK" was nominated for eight Oscars and grossed more than $200 million but was also dogged by questions about its historical accuracy.
Trump to announce new tariffs amid fears of higher prices
President Trump is expected to announce the details of his reciprocal tariffs plan after 4 p.m. at the White House.
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Tesla decelerates as its vehicle shipments slid 13% in first quarter
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Can Trump's trade war with China correct years of imbalance?
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Why experts say you should travel with a carbon monoxide detector
Each year, more than 400 Americans die from unintentional carbon monoxide poisoning. Here's what to know about traveling with a detector.
What are reciprocal tariffs, and why does Trump want to impose them?
President Trump is expected to announce reciprocal tariffs today on a number of other countries. Here's what to know about these import taxes.
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McMorrow announces bid for U.S. Senate seat being vacated by Peters
State Senator Mallory McMorrow of Royal Oak declares candidacy for 2026 U.S. Senate seat from Michigan.
"JFK" director: Reinvestigate assassination at "scene of the crime"
Oliver Stone's "JFK" was nominated for eight Oscars and grossed more than $200 million but was also dogged by questions about its historical accuracy.
Judge orders legal aid restored for unaccompanied migrant children, for now
A federal judge has ordered the Trump administration to temporarily restore legal aid to migrant kids in the U.S. without a parent or guardian.
Trump to announce new tariffs amid fears of higher prices
President Trump is expected to announce the details of his reciprocal tariffs plan after 4 p.m. at the White House.
FDA lays off bird flu leadership, among steep cuts to senior veterinarians
More than 130 staff were cut from the FDA's Center for Veterinary Medicine, officials said.
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FDA lays off bird flu leadership, among steep cuts to senior veterinarians
More than 130 staff were cut from the FDA's Center for Veterinary Medicine, officials said.
Why experts say you should travel with a carbon monoxide detector
Each year, more than 400 Americans die from unintentional carbon monoxide poisoning. Here's what to know about traveling with a detector.
How one community is fighting rising syphilis infections
The Navajo Nation has a unique program to fight sexually transmitted infections, including syphilis.
RFK Jr. purges CDC and FDA's public records transparency teams
It is unclear what will happen to hundreds of pending requests for public information as the health agencies slash staff.
HHS sued by 23 states, D.C. over $11 billion in cuts to public health funding
The lawsuit, filed in Rhode Island, calls the HHS cuts to public health grants illegal.
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23 more women come forward after London PHD student convicted of rapes
London police say convicted serial rapist Zhenhao Zou may have targeted over 50 other women, and almost two dozen have come forward already.
Death, displacement as Israel steps up war to seize "large areas" of Gaza
Israel says its war in Gaza is "expanding to crush and clean the area" of Hamas, but Palestinian civilians are once again being killed and displaced in huge numbers.
Congo commutes death sentences of 3 Americans convicted in failed coup
Malanga's 21-year-old son Marcel was among the Americans convicted for participating in the coup plot that left six dead
Can Trump's trade war with China correct years of imbalance?
As Trump's tariffs push Chinese businesses to seek new markets, one expert says the trade war is likely to get worse before it gets better.
3-year-old discovers 3,800-year-old treasure on family outing in Israel
A toddler unearthed an ancient treasure dating back to the Middle Bronze Age during a trip to the archaeological site Tel Azekah earlier this month.
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Actor Val Kilmer dies at 65
Hollywood icon Val Kilmer died Tuesday of pneumonia at 65 years old. The actor was known for his roles in movies like "Top Gun," "Batman Forever" and "The Doors." CBS News' Vlad Duthiers looks back on his life and legacy.
Val Kilmer, actor known for "The Doors" and "Tombstone," dies at 65
A unique talent, Val Kilmer was praised as an acting chameleon who took on varied and challenging roles, and the results were often memorable.
Kim Delaney, "NYPD Blue" actress, will not face charges after arrest, DA says
Kim Delaney, an Emmy-winning actor known for her role on "NYPD Blue," will not face criminal charges in connection with her arrest in Marina Del Rey in an alleged domestic dispute over the weekend.
Román Zaragoza on his "Ghosts" character's love life
Actor Román Zaragoza spoke to "CBS Mornings" about hope for his character's struggling love life in the CBS comedy, "Ghosts."
Magician David Kwong on April Fools' Day tips
Magician and puzzle master David Kwong joins "CBS Mornings Plus" to talk about his new children's book, "How to Fool Your Parents," which teaches over two dozen magic tricks, just in time for April Fools' Day.
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Growing demand to power AI, cryptocurrency
As cryptocurrency and artificial intelligence advancements are made, U.S. demand for the energy needed to power massive mining and data centers grows. David Turk, former deputy secretary of the U.S. Department of Energy, joins "The Daily Report" to discuss how much energy the U.S. needs and the potential environmental impacts.
Waltz's Venmo showed his contacts — even after bombshell report on Signal chat
White House chief of staff Susie Wiles was among the contacts listed in Waltz's Venmo account.
How AI powered robots are helping small farms
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.
Lawsuit against OpenAI over newspaper copyright can proceed, judge rules
Several newspapers have sued OpenAI and Microsoft, seeking to end the practice of using their stories to train artificial intelligence chatbots.
What is Signal, the app used by Trump's team
The Senate Intelligence Committee heard testimony on Tuesday from key players involved in a group chat on the messaging app Signal, in which the U.S.'s highly sensitive plans to bomb Houthi targets in Yemen were discussed inadvertently with a journalist. President Trump said that his administration would investigate the government's use of Signal. CBS News contributor and former CIA official Andrew Boyd has more on what it is and how it's used.
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Astronauts on unexpected 9-month space mission
Originally scheduled for just 8 days aboard the International Space Station, the two astronauts spent over 9 months in orbit due to delays with their Boeing Starliner return. Now back on Earth, they share how they coped, what they missed most, and how the mission unexpectedly became political.
Icelandic volcano erupts, shutting down popular tourist attraction
Authorities in Iceland were forced by a new volcanic eruption to evacuate dozens of homes and shut down the hugely popular Blue Lagoon tourist attraction.
SpaceX's Fram2 launch sends civilian crew into flight around Earth's poles
The international all-civilian Fram2 crew is the first in space history to fly to orbit with no licensed pilot or trained astronaut on board.
Ancient wasp snatched prey like Venus flytrap, scientists say
"I've seen a lot of strange insects, but this has to be one of the most peculiar-looking ones I've seen in a while," said one entomologist.
Millions of bees have died this year: "Worst bee loss in recorded history"
Bees play a key role in the U.S. food supply, and the mass deaths could jeopardize that.
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23 more women come forward after London PHD student convicted of rapes
London police say convicted serial rapist Zhenhao Zou may have targeted over 50 other women, and almost two dozen have come forward already.
DOJ seeks death penalty in Mangione case
Attorney General Pam Bondi says the Department of Justice will seek the death penalty in the case against Luigi Mangione for the murder of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson in New York City. CBS News' Shanelle Kaul reports.
DOJ to seek death penalty against Luigi Mangione, AG Bondi says
AG Pam Bondi directed federal prosecutors to pursue the death penalty against Luigi Mangione, the UnitedHealthcare CEO murder suspect.
Investigation reveals grim details of infamous cartel's operations
One recruit who reportedly survived the Jalisco cartel ranch said those who refused or tried to escape were beaten, tortured and killed.
Karen Read facing new trial for murder
A new trial is underway in the case surrounding Boston police officer John O'Keefe's death. Karen Read, O'Keefe's former girlfriend, is facing second-degree murder and other charges after her first court case ended in a mistrial in 2024. CBS News' Katrina Kaufman has more.
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NASA's SPHEREx space telescope releases its first images
The first images captured by NASA's SPHEREx space telescope showed tens of thousands of stars and galaxies.
Wilmore, Williams on space stay
Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams are sharing more details about their experience in space aboard the International Space Station after their time in Boeing's Starliner capsule. CBS News' Mark Strassmann spoke to the pair about their journey.
Williams and Wilmore reflect on space odyssey
Astronauts Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams addressed the media for the first time Monday since returning to Earth almost two weeks ago. CBS News senior national correspondent Mark Strassmann reports from the Johnson Space Center in Houston, Texas.
NASA astronauts discuss extended space trip
NASA astronauts Sunita "Suni" Williams and Barry "Butch" Wilmore are adjusting to life back on Earth after spending more than nine unplanned months in space. The astronauts discussed their science mission at a news conference on Monday from the agency's Johnson Space Center in Houston. Former NASA astronaut Dr. Tom Marshburn joins CBS News to unpack the pair's comments.
Astronauts who were stuck in space say they'd fly on Boeing's spacecraft again
NASA astronauts Butch Wilmore and Sunita Williams, who were stuck in space for more than nine months, took questions after returning to Earth.
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The United Kingdom and the rest of Europe are bracing for potential tariffs as part of President Trump's highly-anticipated announcement. The move could strain already fragile relations with the U.S. CBS News' Ramy Inocencio has more.
Wife of man mistakenly deported speaks out
In an exclusive interview, the wife of a Maryland migrant spoke to CBS News after the Trump administration admitted to mistakenly deporting the man to a notorious El Salvador prison due to an "administrative error." Kilmar Abrego Garcia received protected immigration status from a judge in 2019, but was part of the controversial deportation flights last month.
Protesters criticize health agency cuts
Mass layoffs began Tuesday at federal health agencies. HHS has defended the downsizing strategy, saying it will eliminate redundancies and save taxpayer money. Critics argue the workforce reductions have already impacted vital programs.
What to expect from Trump's tariffs
From auto makers to construction companies, many industries and their consumers are bracing for President Trump's looming tariffs announcement. CBS News' Weijia Jiang has the latest.
Democrats win Wisconsin judicial race
In the most expensive judicial contest ever, Democratic-backed candidate Susan Crawford won a seat on Wisconsin's Supreme Court, defeating the GOP candidate who had support from President Trump and Elon Musk. Meanwhile, the two Florida House seats that were up for grabs will remain in Republican control, increasing the GOP's narrow majority in the chamber.