Biotech company says it has been swamped with “compassionate use” requests to use the drug remdesivir. Source
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Could COVID-19 survivors’ blood help save ill patients?
People who’ve recovered from the coronavirus have antibodies against it in their blood, which could provide a “stopgap” until there’s a vaccine or cure. Source
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New York City converting Javits Center into emergency field hospital; People improvise ways to keep celebrations going during coronavirus pandemic Source
Former staffer sues Bloomberg over layoffs
The lawsuit — filed in federal court in NYC — seeks damages for “fraudulent inducement and breach of contract” with thousands of campaign workers, as well as unpaid overtime pay. Source
Trump on coronavirus: “We will win this war sooner than people think”
President Trump on Monday signaled he wants the economy to be back in full swing as quickly as possible amid the ongoing coronavirus crisis. Watch his remarks here from the White House. Source
Activists push for the release of vulnerable inmates from prisons
The close proximity of inmates, coupled with inadequate treatment, can cause diseases to spread quickly inside prisons. Source
People improvise ways to keep celebrations going during coronavirus pandemic
Some are unwilling or unable to postpone events like weddings, even during a deadly pandemic that prevents large gatherings. So a few Americans have found alternative ways to keep the party going. Janet Shamlian reports. Source
Americans brace for predicted rise in coronavirus cases
The Surgeon General warned Monday that the coming week will likely see a sharp rise in coronavirus cases. CBS News chief medical correspondent Doctor Jon LaPook joins “CBS Evening News” to discuss what lies ahead and how people can prepare. Source
Unapproved coronavirus test kits could put public at risk
Scammers are attempting to take advantage of the coronavirus pandemic. Both online sellers and telemarketers are trying to sell home test kits they falsely claim have FDA approval. Catherine Herridge reports. Source
“CBS Evening News” headlines for Monday, March 23, 2020
Here’s a look at the top stories making headlines on the “CBS Evening News with Norah O’Donnell.” Source