The coronavirus pandemic continues to dramatically change everyday life, as the conventional ways we work, socialize and get information have all been upended. The social isolation many are currently in as a precaution to slow the virus’ spread is taking a toll on relationships and making it difficult for singles to date. Biological anthropologist Helen Fisher, chief science adviser for dating site Match, joins “CBS This Morning” to talk about why now is the time relationships are either made or broken. Source
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Olympic athlete says postponing 2020 games was the “right decision”
Kerri Walsh Jennings, a three-time gold medal-winning beach volleyball star and mom of three, was set to compete for Team USA in what might have been her last Olympics before the 2020 Tokyo games were canceled, the first time the event has been called off since World War II. Dana Jacobson spoke with her about the impact postponement had on her and her prospects of competing again. Source
College seniors face uncertain futures amid coronavirus pandemic
The sudden closure of college and university campuses around the country over the coronavirus pandemic has sent millions of students home early. Aside from missing precious moments from their senior year, including a traditional graduation, many students in their last semester worry about their job prospects come summertime. Jericka Duncan speaks to some of these college seniors who say they feel cheated out of their senior year. Source
Essential workers risk coronavirus exposure to serve their communities
At least ten Amazon warehouse employees across the country have contracted the coronavirus, according to employee and media reports. However, they are part of a select group of professions whose workers continue to serve their communities, often risking their own health to assist people self-isolating. Adriana Diaz speaks to some of the people working essential professions about their daily struggle in the face of the pandemic. Source
Doctors prescribing possible virus treatment for family: “Unethical”
The increased demand for hydroxychloroquine is making it harder for people who need it to control their chronic diseases to get it. Source
Dr. Agus on coronavirus pandemic: Social distancing “is starting to work”
The U.S. has reached a grim milestone with over 1,000 dead because of the coronavirus pandemic, as Dr. Anthony Fauci warns that a second wave of the virus could be possible. However, Dr. David Agus says that current social distancing efforts are working, and claims the country will be prepared for any future outbreaks. He joins “CBS This Morning” to talk about how efforts to flatten the coronavirus curve are set to benefit the country in the long term. Source
Amazon employees fear COVID-19 exposure: “I was panicking”
At least 10 Amazon warehouse employees across the country have contracted the coronavirus, according to employee and media reports. Source
Eye Opener at 8: U.S. coronavirus death toll tops 1,000
A look at what we’ve been covering on “CBS This Morning.” Source
Pharmacists share warning about over-prescription of potential COVID-19 drugs
Pharmacists across the country are raising the alarm about the over-prescription of drugs that may help treat the coronavirus. Recent data show chloroquine orders spiked 3,000% in March, and hydroxychloroquine orders rose 260%. The FDA has not approved these drugs for treatment of the virus, but doctors are allowed to prescribe them. Dr. Jon LaPook joins “CBS This Morning” to talk about the effects of over-prescribing these drugs. Source
“Top Chef Masters” winner mourned after dying of coronavirus
In 2017, he told CBS that he planned on a medical career until a love of food put him on a different path. Source