Prescription drug abuse has nearly tripled in the past decade among older Americans. Peter Eisler, investigative reporter for USA Today, discusses the growing problem with the “CBS This Morning” co-hosts. Source
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The plan behind the 9/11 museum
Psychologist Billie Pivnick explains how she and a team of designers built a museum that brings back memories of 9/11 without bringing back pain Source
Bacteria can linger for days on airplane surfaces, study shows
Airplane cabins are known to be a hotbed for germs. Now new research from Auburn University shows bacteria can linger on airplane surfaces for more than a week. David Begnaud reports. Source
Kellie Pickler prepping album No. 5
Kellie Pickler tells CBS News she’s working on songs for the follow-up to 2013’s “The Woman I Am.” Source
Roy Orbison’s sons release new song with father’s voice
In the early days of rock and roll, Roy Orbison was famous for his classic falsetto voice. Now, 25 years after his death, Jim Axelrod reports on how his sons found an old song of his that’s become part of a new CD and documentary called “Mystery Girl Deluxe.” Source
Food fight: Political battle over healthy school lunch rules
First lady Michelle Obama and her allies are raising concern over legislation that would allow schools to ignore tougher nutritional requirements. Chip Reid reports on how healthy lunch rules are at the center of a growing fight over wholesome meals for students. Source
Sunscreen ratings: New studies test SPF effectiveness
Consumer Reports tested 20 varieties of sunscreen but recommends only seven. Dr. Holly Phillips talks to the “CBS This Morning” co-hosts about what to look for in a sunscreen and why some of the newest choices are nearly impossible to find in this country. Source
Drones used to track and protect animals from poaching
As unmanned aircraft become more affordable, companies are pushing the boundaries of drone technology. Jeff Pegues reports on how a group near Denver, Colo., is finding a new use for its drones, 9,000 miles away. Source
President Obama visits a Little League game
Obama dropped in on the game of White House press secretary Jay Carney’s daughter. Norah O’Donnell reports. Source
Charlie Rose accepts Peabody Award
He received his award Monday at the 73rd annual ceremony in New York for his one-on-one interview with Syrian President Bashar al-Assad. Source