The Red/Blue Disparity in COVID Deaths

The video discusses the significant decline in daily COVID-19 cases, noting a 57% drop since September 1st. However, the death rate remains high, particularly in Republican-leaning areas, due to vaccination disparities. Expanding vaccine eligibility could help control future case numbers. The FDA has approved Pfizer's vaccine for children aged five and older, with vaccinations potentially starting in early November.

What percentage decline in daily coronavirus cases was observed since September 1st?

• 30%

• 90%

• 57%

• 75%

In which regions have COVID-19 cases been declining?

• Only in rural areas

• Only in urban areas

• Only in coastal areas

• In every region

How much higher is the COVID-19 death rate in the reddest 10th of the US compared to the bluest 10th?

• 8 times higher

• 6 times higher

• 4 times higher

• 2 times higher

What factor is attributed to the disparity in COVID-19 death rates between different political regions?

• Population density

• Weather conditions

• Partisanship over vaccinations

• Differences in healthcare facilities

For which age group did the FDA approve Pfizer's vaccine?

• Children as young as 10 years old

• Children as young as 3 years old

• Children as young as 7 years old

• Children as young as 5 years old