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
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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
Mardi Gras believed to have fueled Louisiana coronavirus outbreak
Louisiana has seen coronavirus cases skyrocket, particularly in New Orleans, the city at the center of the state’s outbreak. Officials estimate the city could run out of ventilators by the first week of April. Doctors and elected officials believe that New Orleans’ annual Mardi Gras celebrations helped accelerate the virus’ spread. Omar Villafranca speaks to a woman who believes her husband was infected during the event. Source
Historic coronavirus stimulus package passes Senate, goes to the House
Wednesday night, the Senate unanimously approved a historic $2 trillion relief bill meant to ease the economic impact of the coronavirus. The stimulus package offers hundreds of billions of dollars to big companies and small businesses, along with cash payments to many Americans. Nancy Cordes reports from Capitol Hill, where the House will soon vote on the package. Source
Trump under fire over arbitrary coronavirus deadline
Economics and lawmakers on both sides of the aisle have criticized President Trump for his plan to open the country in time for Easter. Mr. Trump’s own top medical experts, including Dr. Anthony Fauci, have warned against arbitrary deadlines for resuming normal activities. Meanwhile, Mr. Trump is accusing the media of wanting to keep the country shut down in order to hurt his re-election chances. Paula Reid reports on the discord within the White House. Source