A CBS News poll has found that nearly half of Americans surveyed say the coronavirus pandemic has affected their mental and emotional health. Some people have turned to convenient and affordable mental health apps. Thomas Germain, a technology reporter with Consumer Reports, joins CBSN to discuss a recent investigation that found these apps take varied approaches in how they handle users’ privacy. Source
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Apple update allows health data sharing with doctors and loved ones
A new Apple device feature allows sharing health information with loved ones and your doctor. Dr. Tara Narula looks at how it works and the privacy concerns over personal data. Source
Whitmer orders “all-hands-on-deck” response to Michigan city’s water crisis
The state has set a goal to replace all of Benton Harbor’s lead service lines within 18 months. Source
Breaking down how Facebook and Instagram impact teen mental health
In the past two weeks, Facebook has been scrutinized by lawmakers on Capitol Hill after a scathing report by The Wall Street Journal found the company has ignored the fact that its platforms have a negative impact on the mental health of teenagers. Executive director of Fairplay Josh Golin joins CBSN’s Lana Zak to discuss how these apps can become safer for kids. Source
UNC cancels classes amid “mental health crisis”
Several students at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill have died by suicide or have attempted suicide in recent weeks. Manuel Bojorquez reports on new efforts to save students’ lives. Source
Local Matters: Virginia governor’s race neck-and-neck: CBS News poll
New CBS News polling from Virginia’s gubernatorial race shows a narrow lead for Democrat Terry McAuliffe. All eyes are on the Old Dominion as the election’s outcome largely depends on voters’ takes on major national political issues. Virginia Public Radio reporter Michael Pope joins CBSN’s “Red & Blue” anchor Elaine Quijano with the latest on the race. Source
Lawmakers urge Blinken to address increase in “Havana Syndrome” cases
A group of lawmakers is calling on Secretary of State Antony Blinken to do more to address an increasing number of Havana Syndrome cases among U.S. officials. In a letter obtained by CBS News, they call the situation a “significant, unmitigated threat to our national security.” Suspected cases of Havana Syndrome have been reported in several countries in recent weeks. Intelligence and national security reporter Olivia Gazis joined CBSN’s Lana Zak to discuss. Source
Federal appeals court sides with Texas in battle over abortion law
The decision deals a blow to abortion rights advocates, who had hoped to pause the law for as long as possible while it is litigated. Source
Workers fired over vaccine status likely ineligible for unemployment aid
Workers who have been terminated because they are unvaccinated likely won’t qualify for unemployment benefits. State labor departments are rejecting applications as more companies shift toward vaccine mandates. CBS News MoneyWatch reporter Megan Cerullo wrote about this in a recent article. She joins CBSN’s Lana Zak to explain the qualification process. Source
Trump to give deposition in protest lawsuit
Former President Trump is set to give a deposition in a lawsuit filed by protesters who claim his security roughed them up in 2015. Meanwhile, former Trump adviser Steve Bannon is defying a subpoena in the Capitol riot investigation. Nikole Killion reports. Source