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Jon LaPook

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Chief Medical Correspondent
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NYU Langone Health

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The FDA approved a landmark gene-editing treatment for sickle cell disease. The disease affects approximately 100,000 people in the U.S., predominantly people of color. by @drlapook

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Recent studies show new antibody drugs can slow cognitive decline in people with early-onset Alzheimer’s — a critical finding for a disease with no cure.

CBS News chief medical correspondent
@drlapook visits @washumedicine in St. Louis, where researchers are testing treatments before symptoms appear. (The clinical trials involve the 1 to 2 percent of people with Alzheimer's who are genetically predisposed to developing dementia.) He also speaks with philanthropist @thisisbillgates, who has donated $300 million to support Alzheimer’s research. by @drlapook

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There are promising new treatments and possible early detection for Alzheimer’s Disease. @drlapook talks with Microsoft co-founder and philanthropist, Bill Gates, who has donated millions of dollars for research, along with doctors at Washington University in St. Louis. More this Sunday. by @drlapook

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Pope Leo has been diagnosed with lung cancer, the Vatican announced Tuesday, after the pontiff underwent surgery to remove a nodular lesion from his right lung.

CBS News chief medical correspondent @drlapook breaks down what is known about the pope’s diagnosis. by @drlapook

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Connecting with people has always been one of @TheAlanAlda’s greatest talents. And sometimes, all it takes is a good conversation.

In his recent appearance on @cbssundaymorning, Alan sat down with Dr. Jon LaPook to reflect on his life, career, and the importance of connecting with others, including through his podcast, Clear+Vivid.

And speaking of great conversations… 👀

This Tuesday, @JoyvBehar joins Alan on an all-new episode of Clear+Vivid!

Tune in TOMORROW - Tuesday, October 13th, wherever you listen to podcasts!

#AlanAlda #JoyBehar #CBSSundayMorning #Podcast #Comedy by @drlapook

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President Trump has approved nearly $18 million in federal disaster aid for Menasha, Wisconsin, more than two months after an EF-3 tornado damaged or destroyed more than 1,000 buildings. The approval came one day after CBS News reported on residents still waiting for federal assistance. Now, community organizers who rallied thousands for a benefit concert are celebrating the funding as a critical step toward rebuilding. by @drlapook

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Why does measles vaccination matter even for people who choose not to get vaccinated? CBS News’ Dr. LaPook explains. by @drlapook

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President Trump approved nearly $18 million in FEMA disaster assistance for Wisconsin counties that got slammed by tornadoes back in July.

@drlapook, who recently reported out of Menasha on the residents waiting for aid, shares the relief felt across the community. by @drlapook

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Menasha, Wisconsin was ravaged by a tornado in late July, carving a 14-mile path through the town, with peak winds reaching 140 mph. Miraculously, no one died — but the devastation was immense.

Months later, the community is still waiting for help from FEMA. The Trump administration has yet to respond to requests for money to help rebuild.

“We’re just living on a wing and literally a prayer,” a Menasha homeowner said. by @drlapook

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Alan Alda tells CBS News’ @drlapook about growing up with a mother who had schizophrenia and paranoia, saying he learned at a young age to determine what was real and “stick with that.” by @drlapook

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Alan Alda recalls contracting polio at age 7, years before a vaccine became widely available. He tells CBS News’ @drlapook about enduring a painful treatment involving hot wool blankets wrapped around his limbs. by @drlapook

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Alan Alda, now 90, is one of the country's most-beloved actors, best-known for his role as "Hawkeye" Pierce on the classic TV series "M*A*S*H."

Alda talks with CBS News chief medical correspondent @drlapook about his challenging childhood, dealing with polio and his mother's schizophrenia; his decades of work to help scientists and health care professionals communicate more clearly; and about living with Parkinson's disease, which he refuses to let define him. by @drlapook

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