Infectious Disease Expert Says U.S. Should Speed Up Vaccinations

The video discusses the current state of COVID-19 vaccination efforts, highlighting the focus on vaccinating people over 65 and the resulting decrease in cases and hospitalizations. It raises concerns about the UK variant, predicting a potential surge in cases within 6 to 14 weeks. Michael Osterholm, an advisor to President Biden, emphasizes the importance of preparing for this surge. The video also outlines the Biden administration's goal of distributing 100 million vaccine doses in the first 100 days, noting that 25 million people have received at least one dose so far, which is about half of the distributed doses.

What is the primary focus of the vaccination rollout mentioned in the video?

• To vaccinate children under 12

• To focus on rural areas

• To provide first doses to people over 65

• To vaccinate healthcare workers only

What is the concern related to the new variant first discovered in the UK?

• It is less contagious than other variants

• It may cause a surge in cases in the US

• It only affects people under 30

• It has been eradicated in the UK

According to experts, when is the surge from the UK variant expected to occur?

• In the next year

• In the next 3 to 5 months

• In the next 6 to 14 weeks

• In the next 1 to 2 weeks

What has President Biden pledged regarding vaccine doses?

• 50 million doses in 50 days

• 150 million doses in 150 days

• 200 million doses in 200 days

• 100 million doses in 100 days

How many people have received at least one dose of the vaccine so far?

• Just over 25 million

• Nearly 75 million

• Over 50 million

• About 10 million