President Trump criticized the World Health Organization in a Tuesday task force briefing, blaming the agency for not providing better warnings ahead of the pandemic Source
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Why the links in the PPE supply chain “have been broken”
A large portion of the United States’ PPE supply, like masks, gloves and gowns, comes from China. Source
End of Wuhan lockdown could trigger “resurgence in infections”
At the stroke of midnight, the city celebrated “liberation” from its lockdown and honored frontline workers in a light show. Source
Coronavirus cripples federal prison in Louisiana
A federal prison in Louisiana has come into focus after five inmates housed at the facility died after contracting the coronavirus. Source
Doctors fear having to make “nauseating” life-or-death choices in face of pandemic
Doctors in states that are battling a high number of coronavirus cases worry they will have to begin making life-or-death decisions, due to a critical lack of hospital beds and ventilators. While some health care systems have foreseen this and set priority guidelines for allocating their precious resources, others leave it up to the attending physician — leaving patients at the mercy of both. Dr. Tara Narula speaks to doctors about the moral crisis they are facing on top of the virus crisis ravaging the country. Source
“Think about all the blessings”: Passover amid the pandemic
For everyone from aging Holocaust survivors to young adults facing their first holiday on their own, this Passover comes with unique challenges – and special meaning. Source
Nationwide backlog in coronavirus test results worries American families
A nationwide backlog of tens of thousands of test results is causing worry among American families, as people wonder if they’re infected with the virus. In addition to the anxiety people feel, the uncertainty is also wasting valuable resources at hospitals. CBS News national correspondent Jericka Duncan joined CBSN to discuss. Source
Songwriter John Prine dead of coronavirus at 73
Prolific songwriter John Prine has died of coronavirus complications at the age of 73. Prine, once called “the Mark Twain of American songwriting,” received a lifetime Grammy achievement award earlier this year. Anthony Mason looks back at the musician’s life and the huge footprint he left on American music history. Source
Celebrating Passover amid the coronavirus pandemic
Wednesday evening, Jewish people across the country and around the world will celebrate Passover, but social distancing is forcing millions of Americans to find new ways to connect. Dana Jacobson speaks with families about how they are celebrating the holiday this year. Source
Tips for finding happiness during the coronavirus pandemic
Science may be able to help us find happiness during the coronavirus outbreaks. Professor Laurie Santos, who created the most popular class at Yale University, “Psychology and the Good Life,” joins “CBS This Morning” with tips for people who may be feeling stressed and anxious. Source