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Details on Pope Leo XIV's lung cancer diagnosis, surgery
Pope Leo XIV, the first American pope, has been diagnosed with lung cancer after surgeons removed the lower lobe of his right lung, according to the Vatican. Chris Livesay reports and Dr. David Jones, chief of thoracic surgery at the Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, has medical analysis.

CBS News, 14-10-2026 01:17:30

Pope Leo announces medical update
Pope Leo XIV, 71, said he will have surgery this week to remove a nodule in his lung. Chris Livesay has the latest in Rome.

CBS News, 12-10-2026 02:08:00

Can GLP-1 drugs help people stop throwing away their money?
Researchers will explore whether weight-loss drugs can deter risky or impulsive financial decisions. "It might be very good financially for the average person," one neuroscientist said.

CBS News, 09-10-2026 02:17:40

WHO questions Russia: "If plague is ruled out, what did she actually die from?"
The World Health Organization is demanding answers from Russia amid reports of a second suspected case of plague. Imtiaz Tyab reports.

CBS News, 08-10-2026 01:39:10

Congress tried to stop surprise medical bills. It created another problem.
Healthcare providers and middlemen are exploiting a loophole in a 2020 law designed to shield consumers from surprise medical bills.

CBS News, 07-10-2026 19:21:27

Tips on how to be liked from a behavorial researcher
Behavioral researcher Vanessa Van Edwards joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss her new book, "Conversation: How to Connect with Anyone & Make Every Interaction Count," which offers tips for anyone looking to improve their people skills.

CBS News, 06-10-2026 17:17:00

Rubio calls on Russia to be more open about plague lab worker's death

CBS News, 06-10-2026 14:05:00

Russia plays down reported plague lab death and says, trust us
A Russian plague lab worker died of "pneumonia of unknown origin," officials say, in response to initial reports that she was exposed to the deadly bacteria during a lab accident.

CBS News, 06-10-2026 01:42:00

Russia pushes back against reports that plague researcher died after test tube broke
A Russian lab worker at an institute focused on the plague, the notorious bacterial infection tied to medieval pandemics like the Black Death, has reportedly died, which President Trump called "a big problem for Russia." Ramy Inocencio has more on what we know.

CBS News, 06-10-2026 01:40:45

Alan Alda on fighting Parkinson's with laughter
Alan Alda, now 90, best-known for his role as "Hawkeye" Pierce on the classic TV series "M*A*S*H," talks about living with Parkinson's disease, which he refuses to let define him.

CBS News, 04-10-2026 16:16:45

Book excerpt: "Narratives" by Nancy Colier
In her latest book, the psychotherapist writes about how the stories we tell ourselves about ourselves can hold us back from living a more truthful and connected life.

CBS News, 04-10-2026 15:21:41

Letting go: Why holding onto grudges can be damaging
Studies show people who hold grudges have greater levels of cardiovascular trouble, and higher levels of depression and anxiety. Experts say those taking steps towards forgiveness can have better outcomes.

CBS News, 04-10-2026 15:17:01

Severely disabled toddler euthanized in the Netherlands under new rules
Dutch doctors decided to euthanize a child just under the age of 2 under new rules allowing the procedure for children suffering unbearably.

CBS News, 29-09-2026 16:41:16

Porsha Williams reveals health emergency: "It all happened so fast"

CBS News, 18-09-2026 15:42:00

1 in 3 Americans with health insurance have medical debt, survey finds
Nearly half of Americans with medical debt owe at least $2,000, forcing them to make tough choices, new research shows.

CBS News, 18-09-2026 02:40:06

Doctors successfully separate twin girls conjoined at the head
Two-year-old conjoined twin sisters saw each other face-to-face for the first time after a successful 24-hour surgery to separate them. Ian Lee reports from the children's hospital in St. Louis, where it happened.

CBS News, 18-09-2026 02:07:20

Pennsylvania woman dies of measles complications, coroner reports
A 40-year-old woman died on Saturday from complications associated with measles, the coroner reported.

CBS News, 15-09-2026 01:23:17

Trump admin. to send $500 checks to nearly 1 million ACA enrollees
Affordable Care Act recipients in 30 states are set to receive the $500 checks starting in October. Here's why.

CBS News, 11-09-2026 23:49:00

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