EU Divided on How to Use the AstraZeneca Covid Vaccine

The transcript discusses the vaccination efforts in India and the EU, highlighting the challenges and progress in Europe. Despite initial pessimism, there is a significant increase in vaccination rates across Europe, with countries like Germany, France, and Spain making strides towards herd immunity. The EU remains divided on the AstraZeneca vaccine, but there is a coordinated effort to improve vaccination strategies.

What is the main challenge faced by the European Union regarding the AstraZeneca vaccine?

• Limited distribution channels

• Division on interpreting the safety report

• Lack of vaccine supply

• High cost of the vaccine

How is Germany planning to accelerate its vaccination drive?

• By vaccinating only healthcare workers

• By spreading out the time gap between doses

• By importing more vaccines

• By reducing the number of doses

Which age group is primarily receiving the AstraZeneca vaccine in many European countries?

• All adults

• Under 18s

• Healthcare workers

• Over 60s

What significant milestone is France aiming to achieve by mid-April?

• 20 million vaccinated people

• Herd immunity

• 10 million vaccinated people

• Complete vaccination of healthcare workers

When does Spain expect to achieve herd immunity?

• By October

• By July

• By August

• By September 21st