The Delta Surge Weighs On Rural Communities

The video explores the contrasting attitudes towards COVID-19 vaccination in rural and coastal communities in Florida. In rural Calhoun County, there is significant vaccine hesitancy due to mistrust in information sources and concerns about vaccine ingredients. This hesitancy is contrasted with a coastal fishing community near Tallahassee, where residents are more accepting of the vaccine, viewing it as a means of safety. The video highlights the challenges faced by rural healthcare systems during the pandemic and discusses the complex and varied feelings towards vaccination in different communities.

What is one of the main reasons for vaccine hesitancy in Calhoun County?

• Cultural beliefs

• Lack of vaccine availability

• Mistrust in government information

• High vaccination rates

What challenge did rural hospitals face during the Delta variant surge?

• Increased funding

• Lack of COVID-19 cases

• Shortage of medical staff

• Overwhelmed healthcare resources

According to the survey, what percentage of rural residents have received at least one dose of the vaccine?

• 60%

• 80%

• 40%

• 20%

How does the coastal fishing community view the COVID-19 vaccine?

• With skepticism

• As a point of pride

• With indifference

• As unnecessary

What historical perspective does the coastal community owner provide about vaccines?

• Vaccines were more accepted in the past

• Vaccines have never been trusted

• Vaccines have always been controversial

• Vaccines are a new concept