Boris Johnson delivering Downing Street coronavirus press conference

The video emphasizes the importance of booking appointments and trusting vaccines. It acknowledges the efforts of healthcare workers and scientists in developing vaccines and treatments. New treatments like tocilizumab and sarilumab have shown promising results in reducing COVID-19 mortality and ICU time. The public is encouraged to continue participating in vaccination efforts, with a reminder to stay at home to protect the NHS and save lives.

Why does the speaker urge everyone to come forward for vaccination?

• To ensure the vaccines are used before they expire

• To compete with other countries in vaccination numbers

• Because it is vital to have confidence in the vaccines

• To reduce the workload on healthcare professionals

What significant contribution did British scientists make in the fight against COVID-19?

• They implemented the first nationwide lockdown

• They created the first lifesaving treatment, dexamethasone

• They discovered a new variant of the virus

• They developed the first COVID-19 vaccine

What are tocilizumab and sarilumab known for?

• Reducing the risk of death for critically ill patients

• Being the first vaccines for COVID-19

• Being the most expensive COVID-19 treatments

• Preventing the spread of the virus

How does the speaker describe the UK's vaccination progress compared to Europe?

• The UK has vaccinated more people than all European countries combined

• The UK is lagging behind most European countries

• The UK is on par with the average European country

• The UK is focusing on vaccinating only the elderly

What does the speaker urge the public to do while the vaccination effort continues?

• Stop wearing masks as they are no longer necessary

• Attend large gatherings to build herd immunity

• Stay at home to protect the NHS and save lives

• Travel freely to boost the economy