Mardi Gras Returns To New Orleans With High Community Vaccination Rate

The pandemic severely impacted New Orleans' tourism-based economy, with many unable to work from home. Cultural leaders, including musicians and artists, played a crucial role in promoting vaccinations, helping to reopen the city. Initiatives like music campaigns and events offering incentives like crawfish for shots increased vaccination rates to 84%. The city is now recovering, with tourism returning and ongoing health measures in place during Mardi Gras.

What was a major challenge for New Orleans' economy during the pandemic?

• Lack of tourism

• Increased remote work

• Overcrowded hospitals

• Decline in agriculture

Who were some of the cultural figures that helped promote vaccination in New Orleans?

• Healthcare workers

• School teachers

• Manny Fresh, Juvenile, and Mia

• Local politicians

What creative method was used to encourage vaccination in New Orleans?

• A new city ordinance

• A song adaptation

• Free concert tickets

• Discounted hotel stays

What percentage of New Orleans residents were vaccinated, making the city a leader in the South?

• 60%

• 90%

• 84%

• 70%

What ongoing effort is the Health Department making during Mardi Gras?

• Organizing virtual parades

• Offering free vaccines

• Distributing masks

• Handing out COVID tests