Delta Variant Should 'Absolutely' Be Feared: Johns Hopkins

The transcript discusses the rapid spread of the Delta variant and its potential to destabilize even highly vaccinated countries. It highlights the importance of vaccination and the role of public figures and organizations in promoting it. The risks for vaccinated individuals are lower, but societal impacts remain significant. The discussion also covers the comparison of COVID-19 to other illnesses and the potential impact on school returns due to the Delta variant.

What is one reason the Delta variant is a concern, according to the first section?

• It spreads slowly.

• It only affects unvaccinated individuals.

• It can destabilize countries with high vaccination rates.

• It is less transmissible than other variants.

How might vaccination requirements change as vaccines become fully licensed?

• They will be eliminated.

• They will become less strict.

• They will remain the same.

• They might become a standard requirement.

What is a potential risk of the Delta variant even in highly vaccinated countries?

• It will only affect the elderly.

• It will not increase hospitalizations.

• It will not affect vaccinated individuals.

• It can lead to significant outbreaks.

What is a key factor in determining when COVID-19 might be treated like other common viruses?

• The number of vaccinated celebrities.

• The level of hospitalizations and deaths.

• The availability of vaccines.

• The number of new variants.

What might be a consequence of not controlling the spread of COVID-19?

• Reduced healthcare costs.

• Increased economic growth.

• Fear among vaccinated individuals to engage in the economy.

• Elimination of all travel restrictions.