Newsy's Latest Headlines

Newsy's Latest Headlines

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JST Ruberg reports on the Dow Jones rising due to positive vaccine news from AstraZeneca and Oxford. The pandemic continues to impact the US, with over 254,000 deaths and warnings about Thanksgiving travel. The CDC advises against cruise travel due to high COVID-19 risks, recommending testing and quarantine for those who do travel.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the reported efficacy rate of the AstraZeneca and University of Oxford vaccine candidate when considering two different dosing regimens?

50%

90%

100%

70%

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the predicted number of daily COVID-19 cases in the US according to public health experts?

250,000

100,000

200,000

150,000

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What specific travel period did public health experts warn about due to increased COVID-19 risks?

Easter

New Year

Thanksgiving

Christmas

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

According to the CDC, what is the risk level of catching COVID-19 on a cruise ship?

Very High

High

Moderate

Low

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the CDC recommend for individuals who have already booked a cruise?

Get tested and stay home for seven days after travel

Get vaccinated before traveling

Cancel the trip immediately

Travel without any precautions