The Russian president’s biggest critic says he’ll refuse to eat until he gets the medical care he’s being denied in a notorious prison colony. Source
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One man’s inspirational fight against pollution
A recent study in “Science” estimates that as much as 14 million tons of plastic trash wound up in the world’s oceans in 2010 and that amount could double in a decade. But, one California man is on a mission to clean up wetlands that are filled with plastic waste before the debris floats into the Pacific Ocean. Omar Villafranca reports. Source
White House makes case for popularity of American Jobs Plan
The White House memo cites polling showing that parts of the massive plan are broadly popular with Americans. Source
Poor diets and eating habits in childhood can lead to serious heart problems
A new study finds unhealthy eating habits may be putting American children on a road to heart problems. Doctors Jon LaPook and Holly Phillips join “CBS This Morning: Saturday” to tell us more. Source
World’s most widely watched show “Top Gear” in trouble
Called ‘The world’s most widely watched’ TV show: “Top Gear,” a BBC program showcasing the fastest and wildest cars on the planet, is in trouble. Right now, the show is off the air because it’s popular host, Jeremy Clarkson, has been suspended for the latest in a long series of indiscretions. Charlie D’Agata reports on the updates from London. Source
Toddler’s amazing recovery after 101 minutes of CPR
Doctors say they’ve never seen anything like it. A little boy in Pennsylvania has made an extraordinary recovery after nearly drowning last week. Don Champion reports. Source
Quality control issues force J&J to scrap doses of COVID-19 vaccine
About 15 million doses were involved, but company says it will still be able to meet commitments it made to the Biden administration. Source
Nail salons turn to safer practices
A growing number of nail salons in the San Francisco Bay Area are adopting healthier practices and products intended to protect customers and workers from toxic chemicals. KPIX’s Veronica De La Cruz reports. Source
WHO delayed sounding alarm on Ebola outbreak
Internal documents obtained by the Associated Press show the World Health Organization delayed sound the alarm over Ebola last summer while the epidemic blew out of control. Don Champion reports. Source
How families can have healthy eating habits during COVID pandemic
A recent study found childhood obesity has increased by about 2% during the pandemic. CBS News senior medical correspondent Dr. Tara Narula joins “CBS This Morning” with tips on how parents can talk to their children about the importance of a healthier lifestyle and how adults can stay healthy and active during the pandemic as well. Source