The FDA is reviewing a new type of gastric balloon that starts as a pill. In clinical trials, patients who were 40 to 60 pounds overweight lost an average of nearly seven percent of their body weight in six months. But the treatment is more complicated. Dr. Christine Ren-Fielding, chief of bariatric surgery at NYU Langone Medical Center who treats patients with one of the two existing balloon devices, joins “CBS This Morning” to explain how the method works. Source
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Drug distributors under pressure in opioid epidemic
West Virginia, which leads the nation in rate of overdose deaths, is fighting the epidemic in court by suing six national companies that distribute painkillers. Jim Axelrod takes a closer look at one of the largest suppliers, the McKesson Corporation. Source
These adult-sized strollers are going viral
Baby stroller company Contours has built an adult-sized stroller for parents to test their kids’ ride. Source
President Obama warns of growing tensions in South China Sea
Beijing is troubled after President Obama lifted the U.S. arms embargo on Vietnam earlier this week. CBS News’ Adriana Diaz discusses the growing tensions between China and neighboring countries. Source
Young female rapper performs for Obama, talks sexism
A young rapper dropped some bars for President Obama at a Q&A session during his trip to Vietnam, and they spoke about some common stereotypes in the music industry in both countries. Source
Obama assures the world that America will survive the 2016 presidential race
President Obama says the U.S. will be “okay” after the chaotic presidential race. He spoke in Vietnam to a number of young leaders. Source
Trump’s climate change stance fuels Clinton attacks
CBS News’ Nancy Cordes breaks down Hillary Clinton’s attacks against Donald Trump over his position on global warming. Source
Philadelphia becomes battleground over sugary drink tax
The Philadelphia city council is expected to vote Wednesday on a “sugar tax” on soft drinks. The mayor wants to add three cents an ounce to the price of soda, flavored water, sports drinks and some juices. Vinita Nair reports on how the idea is fizzling with critics. Source
Judge allows Bill Cosby sexual assault trial to move forward
Bill Cosby will stand trial for an alleged sexual assault dozens of years ago. A Pennsylvania judge found probable cause Tuesday that Cosby had committed a crime. Dozens of women accuse the entertainer of drugging and molesting them, but this is the only case where prosecutors have filed charges. Jericka Duncan reports from Philadelphia. Source
What to expect from Cosby trial in July
Bill Cosby will stand trial for a sexual assault case from 2004. The judge ruled prosecutors had sufficient evidence to proceed. Bill Cosby could face up to ten years in prison. CBS News legal analyst Rikki Klieman joins CBSN with more on the implications of this case and what this could mean for the several other women who have accused Cosby of sexual assault. Source