More than 13,000 people have now tested positive in the U.S. and at least 187 have died. Source
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White House coronavirus official on how long coronavirus pandemic could last
As Congress works to pass a coronavirus stimulus package to follow the $100 billion emergency package President Trump has signed, the White House coronavirus task force works to contain the pandemic. Dr. Deborah Birx, the task force’s response coordinator, joins “CBS This Morning” to talk about the federal response. Source
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Possible treatment being tested for coronavirus; Volunteers help millions of elderly Americans Source
“CBS Evening News” headlines for Thursday, March 19 , 2020
Here’s a look at the top stories making headlines on the “CBS Evening News with Norah O’Donnell.” Source
Possible treatment being tested for coronavirus
There may be a new hope in the desperate race to find a treatment for coronavirus and it couldn’t come soon enough. President Trump says he is slashing red tape ordering the FDA to fast track the use of two drugs for sick patients. Ben Tracy has the latest. Source
Family wishes grandma a joyous happy birthday — from a safe distance
They decided to bring the party and a rendition of “Happy Birthday” to her — from the 95-year-old’s sidewalk. Source
What to know about potential drug treatments for coronavirus
CBS News medical contributor Dr. David Agus joins “CBS Evening News” with more on the possible coronavirus treatments announced by President Trump and what it means for you if you are diagnosed with the virus. Source
Coronavirus cases spike as testing ramps up across the country
President Trump said tens of thousands of coronavirus tests are now being done in the U.S. Meanwhile, the head of his Coronavirus Task Force warned that if just 10 to 15% of Americans ignore the federal guidelines for “social distancing,” cases could rise even more. Mola Lenghi reports. Source
Young people plead with strangers online to practice social distancing
Nearly 60% of American adults have a chronic health condition. In Italy, 99% of those who died from the coronavirus had pre-existing conditions. Errol Barnett has the latest on how others are trying to stem the virus. Source
Volunteers help millions of elderly Americans
Across the country, an army of volunteers deliver meals and much more to millions of elderly Americans. Those volunteers are often putting themselves at risk to help others during the coronavirus pandemic. Mireya Villarreal reports. Source