A quarter of Americans have had low back pain at least once in the past three months. The American College of Physicians is now telling doctors prescription medication should be considered a last resort in most cases. Dr. Tara Narula joins “CBS This Morning” to discuss the new recommendations to treat back pain. Source
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CDC relaxes mask guidelines for fully vaccinated Americans
New guidance lays out some activities that fully vaccinated Americans can safely resume. Source
First response to back pain not medication, study says
A new study found that some of the most effective treatments for back pain, like yoga, massage and exercise, are often found outside the traditional healthcare system. Dr. Jon LaPook has the details. Source
Hundreds of drivers complain Ford Explorer exhaust making them sick
Hundreds of drivers have been complaining about car exhaust leaking into the cabin of Ford Explorers. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has investigated, but says there haven’t been any serious injuries. Kris Van Cleave reports. Source
National Security Adviser Michael Flynn’s job may be in jeopardy
General Michael Flynn, national security advisor to President Trump, is reportedly on thin ice for misleading top government officials including Vice President Mike Pence about his calls with Russia’s ambassador. The Boston Globe’s Matt Viser discusses whether Trump will keep Flynn in his administration. Source
CDC director unveils new mask guidelines for fully vaccinated Americans
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention unveiled updated guidelines on Tuesday detailing activities that vaccinated people can safely resume, including attending small outdoor gatherings without the need to wear a mask. CDC Director Rochelle Walensky said fully vaccinated individuals “can take a step back to the normalcy of before.” Source
Deadly avalanche in the French Alps
Officials say four people were killed during an avalanche near the Tignes ski resort in the French Alps. Source
Protecting your digital afterlife
CBS News’ Meg Oliver reports on what happens to personal account information online after a user’s death, and steps you can take to protect your digital afterlife. Source
Adele sweeps the Grammys, pays tribute to Beyoncé
The 59th Grammy Awards made for a memorable night, especially for Adele fans. She went home with trophies in five top categories and performed twice for the star-studded audience. Entertainment Tonight’s Kevin Frazier joins CBSN to break down the top moments from last night’s Grammys. Source
CDC reports 14,000 new cases of flu per week
The number of flu cases is surging across the country. The latest figures from the CDC show the virus is “widespread” in 43 states. There are 14,000 new cases a week, and at least 20 children have reportedly died from the virus since late 2016. Dr. Tara Narula joins “CBS This Morning” to discuss the threat. Source