The patient left the note on the glass widow of his isolation room, through which he watch nurses tirelessly working Source
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White House, Senate agree on $2 trillion coronavirus relief bill
Democratic and Republican leaders in the Senate say help is on the way for American workers and businesses slammed by the coronavirus pandemic, with agreement on a roughly $2 trillion dollar rescue package. CBS News chief congressional correspondent Nancy Cordes joined CBSN to discuss when that relief could reach the public. Source
Senate coronavirus bill bars Trump companies from receiving aid
Thee White House and Senate leaders reached a deal on a $2 trillion economic stimulus package early Wednesday morning. Source
Eye Opener: Trump at odds with experts on coronavirus precautions
President Trump said he hopes the U.S. economy will be up and running again by Easter, despite the advice of medical experts. Also, New York Governor Andrew Cuomo pleads for federal help as the state remains the U.S.’s coronavirus epicenter. All that and all that matters in today’s Eye Opener. Your world in 90 seconds. Source
Anyone who left N.Y. should self-quarantine for 14 days, says Dr. Birx
“To everyone who has left New York over the last few days: Because of the rate of the number of cases, you may have been exposed before you left New York,” said Dr. Deborah Birx. Source
White House advises anyone leaving New York to self-quarantine for 14 days
White House coronavirus response coordinator Dr. Deborah Birx says the coronavirus is so widespread in New York that anyone who leaves the area should self-quarantine for 14 days to reduce the risk of spreading COVID-19 to other communities. Watch her remarks. Source
Surgeon uses his musical talents to lift spirits amid pandemic
A Minnesota orthopedic surgeon is using his voice in addition to his medical skills to help patients and tired hospital staff. Videos of his performances with colleagues have gone viral online with millions of views. Vladimir Duthiers speaks to Dr. Elvis Francois about why he’s using his musical skills to lift spirits during the coronavirus crisis. Source
Hospitals ban spouses from delivery rooms over coronavirus concerns
Some hospitals are banning spouses, partners and other guests from being inside delivery and postpartum rooms because of the coronavirus crisis. More than 300,000 people have signed a petition against this precaution. A number of pregnant women are now re-thinking their delivery plan. Nikki Battiste speaks to one expecting mother about how she is reacting to the news and what it means for her pregnancy. Source
How to stay social and entertained during self-isolation
Americans across the nation are staying home to help slow the spread of the coronavirus. People who are self-isolating are now looking for new ways to experience culture though virtual concerts, TV shows and podcasts. Dan Ackerman, senior managing editor of C-NET, joins “CBS This Morning” to share some ideas for what you can do at home. Source
Protective gear shortage forcing doctors, nurses to improvise
One doctor said she’s seen medical staff wearing plastic page protectors and “Halloween costumes” to cover their faces. Source