Many Americans could soon be lining up for coronavirus booster shots. As CBS News’ David Begnaud reports, the Biden administration is expected to recommend a third dose for people who received a Pfizer or Moderna vaccine. Then, Dr. Jessica Shepherd, chief medical officer at Verywell Health, joins CBSN’s Elaine Quijano with her analysis. Source
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Federal agents seize thousands of fake COVID vaccine cards
As more businesses and universities require COVID vaccinations, federal investigators are cracking down on fake vaccine cards. Jeff Pegues reports. Source
U.S. to advise on COVID vaccine booster shots
U.S. health officials will soon recommend booster shots for most Americans 8 months after receiving their second dose of the Pfizer or Moderna coronavirus vaccines. CBS News’ Michael George reports on the latest, and Dr. William Schaffner, professor of infectious diseases at Vanderbilt University Medical Center and member of the CDC’s Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices, joins CBSN’s Tanya Rivero to explain why boosters will be needed. Source
Biden faces fallout from Afghanistan withdrawal
President Biden addressed the nation Monday for the first time since the Taliban took control of Afghanistan. He defended withdrawing U.S. troops after 20 years of war, but admitted that Afghanistan’s collapse happened “more quickly” than anticipated. CBS News senior White House and political correspondent Ed O’Keefe joins CBSN AM to discuss. Source
“People are worried about their lives”: Afghan social worker on fears about Taliban takeover
Many Afghans are fearful that the harsh rule of the Taliban may be coming back. CBS News senior foreign correspondent Charlie D’Agata reports on the ongoing situation from London. Then Sharifullah Sharafat, an Afghan social worker in the Washington, D.C. area, joined CBSN’s Tanya Rivero to discuss the concerns. Source
8/16: Red and Blue
Fallout from Taliban takeover of Afghanistan; Biden administration boosting food stamp benefits Source
What’s next for Afghanistan as Taliban takes power?
Thousands of Afghans are seeking refuge as the Taliban seizes control of Afghanistan. CBS News’ Natalie Brand reports from the White House. Then Griff Witte, a national correspondent for the Washington Post and former Kabul bureau chief, joins CBSN’s Tanya Rivero to discuss the situation as U.S. troops withdraw. Source
Pharmacist accused of selling COVID vaccination cards on eBay
If convicted, Tangtang Zhao could face 120 years in prison. Source
12 Amazon buys under $20 to brighten your day
Whether it’s a corgi plush, fidget toy or sheet mask, Amazon has something fun to make you smile on a $20 budget. Source
Afghanistan veterans reflect on the fall of Kabul
“I think this has got the potential to not only retraumatize, but to bring veterans into a dark, hopeless place,” one veteran said. Source