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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

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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

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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

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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

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Kevin Bacon on his #IStayHomeFor social distancing campaign

Award-winning actor Kevin Bacon created the social media campaign “I Stay Home For” to encourage social distancing as the country works to slow the spread of the coronavirus. Celebrities like Ellen Degeneres, Demi Lovato and Elton John have all joined the effort. Kevin Bacon joins “CBS This Morning” to talk about why he started the campaign and how his own social distancing is going. Source

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