NYU's Aisha Langford on the 2021 Outlook for the Covid-19 Pandemic

The video discusses the hopeful impact of the COVID-19 vaccine rollout and the challenges posed by a new variant. It emphasizes the importance of continuing public health measures like mask-wearing and social distancing. The video also covers the efficacy of vaccines, particularly the Pfizer vaccine, highlighting the need for a second dose to achieve higher protection levels.

What is the main reason for continuing to wear masks and practice social distancing despite the vaccine rollout?

• Masks are fashionable.

• The vaccine is not effective at all.

• The new variant is less contagious.

• We are unsure if the new variant is more deadly.

How does the new COVID variant affect social distancing measures?

• It makes social distancing unnecessary.

• It has no impact on social distancing.

• It allows for more relaxed social distancing.

• It requires stricter social distancing.

Who is responsible for deciding on lockdown measures in response to the new variant?

• Policymakers

• Scientists

• The general public

• Healthcare workers

What is the estimated protection level after the first dose of the Pfizer vaccine?

• 95%

• 75%

• 50%

• 10%

Why is it important to receive the second dose of the vaccine?

• To avoid side effects

• To increase protection to up to 95%

• To reduce the cost of vaccination

• To make the first dose effective