Dec 16 WATCH: Moderna COVID-19 vaccine set for approval in U.S. with panel endorsement By Matthew Perrone, Lauran Neergaard, Associated Press The FDA reviewers said that the two-dose vaccine “was highly effective” in preventing symptomatic COVID-19 from occurring “at least 14 days after the receipt of the second dose.”… Continue reading
Dec 16 Watch 7:58 For some students, virtual learning means falling further behind By Amna Nawaz, Courtney Norris Despite the fact that many school districts worked at being prepared during the pandemic, this fall has been a tough road for students, parents and educators. Most used some form of hybrid learning, but many have felt it's not safe… Continue watching
Dec 16 Watch 10:21 The overwhelming impact of childhood trauma on Chicago's West Side By Cat Wise, Sam Lane Tens of thousands of people grow up in and around Chicago's predominantly black neighborhood of Austin, one of the city's biggest and most violent, where experts say disinvestment and systemic racism are major drivers of childhood trauma. Special correspondent Cat… Continue watching
Dec 16 How to help kids build resilience amid COVID-19 chaos By Laura Santhanam Here's what experts and research say makes the difference for kids when times get tough. Continue reading
Dec 16 WATCH: Your questions on childhood trauma during the pandemic, answered By Laura Santhanam The COVID-19 pandemic has upended the lives of millions of children and their families. How has this prolonged period of social distancing affected them? We discuss concerns about child abuse and neglect during this time, as well as toxic stress… Continue reading
Dec 16 WATCH: Operation Warp Speed officials give COVID-19 vaccine update By Candice Norwood and Associated Press Approximately 2 million doses of the Pfizer vaccine have been allocated for jurisdictions to use next week. Continue reading
Dec 15 Watch 7:01 With vaccinations set to begin, 'a huge moment' for nursing homes Residents and staff in most long term-care facilities will start receiving vaccinations next week. More than 1 million Americans live in nursing homes and they've been especially vulnerable to COVID-19. Amna Nawaz spoke with Dr. Richard Feifer, chief medical officer… Continue watching
Dec 15 Watch 10:01 Breaking the cycle of childhood trauma in rural Montana By Cat Wise, Leah Nagy Trauma experienced in childhood is often passed down from generation to generation. In rural Montana, scarce mental health resources and stigmas about seeking treatment are making the crisis worse. Special correspondent Cat Wise and producer Leah Nagy look at what’s… Continue watching
Dec 15 FDA approves first over-the-counter home test for COVID-19 By Matthew Perrone, Associated Press The test kit from an Australian company allows users to swab themselves and get the results at home in about 20 minutes. Continue reading
Dec 15 WATCH: Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell holds news briefing By Associated Press McConnell said that as a survivor of polio, he intends to be vaccinated to protect himself against the coronavirus, and he is encouraging other high-profile Americans to do the same. Continue reading