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Third major vaccine looks promising. This Thanksgiving, stuff your turkey, not your dinner table. Nov 23, 2020

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AstraZeneca says its COVID-19 vaccine could be up to 90 percent effective in preventing the disease. Dr. William Schaffner from the Vanderbilt University School of Medicine says the CDC’s Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices is looking to prioritize healthcare workers and people in nursing homes when a vaccine is ready to be distributed.

The F-D-A has issued an Emergency Use Authorization for Regeneron’s monoclonal antibodies. Dr. Thomas Yadegar from Providence Cedars-Sinai Medical Center and Dr. Peter Chin-Hong from UC San Francisco explain how the treatment works.

Millions of Americans are still planning to stick to their Thanksgiving plans. If you must have a gathering, Dr. Chris Colbert from the University of Illinois/Chicago says people should stuff their turkey, not their dinner table.

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Is it too soon to get excited about Pfizer's COVID vaccine? Plus, Black Friday has already started. Nov 20, 2020

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Pfizer is asking for emergency use authorization for its a coronavirus vaccine candidate from the Food and Drug Administration. Dr. Gregory Poland from the Mayo Clinic explains what we know so far about the efficacy and side effects of the Pfizer vaccine.

Dr. Michael Osterholm, a new member of President-elect Joe Biden's coronavirus task force, says the Trump White House's refusal to share life-saving data on the pandemic "angers" him.

The State of California is issuing an overnight curfew to curb the spread of the virus. Dr. Mark Ghaly from California's Health and Human Services explains why the stay-at-home-order is needed in the Golden State.

Shoppers won't be busting through doors this holiday shopping season. Mike Bruno from CNN Underscored describes what Black Friday would look like during this pandemic.

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How will COVID vaccine be distributed across the U.S.? Plus, NYC bars are open while schools are shut down. Nov 19, 2020

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The CDC and FDA are scheduled to have key meetings ahead of the mass distribution of a coronavirus vaccine. Dr. Julie Swann from North Carolina State University explains how it'll be done.

The world-renowned Mayo Clinic is seeing a massive coronavirus outbreak among its staff members. Dr. Conor Loftus from the Mayo Clinic describes how the hospital system became overwhelmed with COVID infections.

In Australia, the coronavirus is behaving strangely. Dr. Ali Nouri explains.

In New York, people are allowed to grab a drink at a bar and get a haircut at a barbershop. But schools are off limits. New York City Councilman Mark Treyger is not happy about that.

A New York City restaurant will require diners to take a rapid test before sitting down for a meal.

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Pfizer ups its COVID vaccine efficacy to 95%. Plus, Google Maps can help you avoid grocery store crowds. Nov 18, 2020

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COVID-19 strikes close to home for one family after one person spread the virus to multiple family members.

Pfizer has updated its data on its coronavirus vaccine, saying it's now showing a 95% effectiveness rate. Dr. Peter Hotez from the Baylor College of Medicine in Houston explains what the latest findings mean.

A Danish study questions the effectiveness of face masks. Dr. Angela Rasmussen from the Georgetown Center for Global Health Science & Security explains.

Google Maps has a new feature called the COVID Layer, which provides real-time data on the coronavirus.

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The Swedish COVID surge resembles the U.S. Plus, your pandemic trash may reveal a lot about you. Nov 17, 2020

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A group of hospitals, doctors and nurses are urging the Trump administration to share the latest COVID-19 data with President-elect Joe Biden. Dr. Susan Bailey from the American Medical Association explains data sharing during the pandemic is a matter of life and death.

The coronavirus is spreading rapidly across Sweden. Dr. Peter Kasson from Uppsala University in Sweden says the situation in the European country looks similar to what's happening in the United States.

Nearly 10 months into the pandemic, residential trash cans are getting fuller while trash levels at bars, concert venues and office buildings are way down. David Biderman from the Solid Waste Association of North America urges people not to put disposable masks into recyclable bins.

The FDA approved the antiviral drug Remdesivir as a treatment for COVID-19 although its effectiveness was not fully vetted. Dr. Ravi Gupta from the University of Pennsylvania says the FDA needs to be stronger.

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Moderna's vaccine trial shows promise. Plus, can a COVID-19 test before Thanksgiving protect Grandma from the virus? Nov 16, 2020

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Preliminary data from Moderna's coronavirus vaccine trial is an "spectacular accomplishment," according to Dr. Timothy Shacker from the University of Minnesota Medical School.

Are schools more dangerous to young students than restaurants? Dr. Nathaniel Beers from Children's National Hospital in Washington D.C. explains.

Hospitals in the Midwest are postponing non-urgent procedures to make room for COVID-19 patients. Dr. Chris Colbert from the Emergency Medicine Residency Program at University of Illinois/Chicago describes what he and his fellow doctors are experiencing.

Many American families are planning to have Thanksgiving dinner despite a spike in coronavirus cases. Can you and your family be protected from the virus if everyone gets tested before the holiday? Dr. Patrick Godbey from the College of American Pathologists explains.

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NIH Director: Vaccines look promising. Plus, is Elon Musk right about testing accuracy? Nov 13, 2020

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National Institutes of Health Director, Dr. Francis Collins, joins us to discuss the promise of COVID-19 vaccines.

California, Oregon and Washington issue new travel advisories ahead of Thanksgiving.

Elon Musk questions the accuracy of COVID-19 tests. Does he have a point?

Can football survive this latest surge?

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Small get-togethers might be superspreaders. Plus, would you get a vaccine to watch a concert? Nov 12, 2020

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Small gatherings seem to be fueling this latest COVID-19 surge.

Surveillance testing could play a big role in slowing down the virus.

Ticketmaster comes up with a plan to restart concerts and music festivals safely.

Proper indoor ventilation could keep people from getting COVID-19.

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Yes, masks do protect you. Plus, can hospitals handle this next surge? Nov 11, 2020

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The CDC issues new guidelines saying masks can protect you from getting COVID-19.

Hospitals in parts of the country are in real danger of overflowing with COVID-19 patients.

The good news is that doctors are getting better at treating the virus.

What happens with all the COVID-19 vaccines now that Pfizer says its version is highly effective?

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Will COVID-19 spoil Thanksgiving? Plus, what will the Biden administration do differently? Nov 10, 2020

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Thanksgiving is almost here and that means college students will be headed home. What can be done to prevent them from spreading the virus?

Will the travel industry rebound quickly when a vaccine comes out?

How will a Biden administration response to COVID-19 differ from the Trump administration.

The lack of college sports could impact the Olympics.

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