CDC Sends Out New Information On Delta Variant

The transcript discusses the CDC's findings on a new COVID-19 variant, which is more severe and spreads easily. Vaccinated individuals are less likely to contract or die from the virus, but can still spread it. The CDC aims to improve public messaging to encourage vaccination and has updated mask guidance for high transmission areas.

How does the new COVID-19 variant compare to previous strains in terms of spread?

• It does not spread at all.

• It spreads as easily as chickenpox.

• It spreads as easily as the common cold.

• It spreads less easily than previous strains.

What is the likelihood of vaccinated individuals contracting the virus compared to unvaccinated individuals?

• They are equally likely to contract the virus.

• Vaccinated individuals are ten times less likely to contract the virus.

• Vaccinated individuals are three times less likely to contract the virus.

• Vaccinated individuals are more likely to contract the virus.

What did the CDC acknowledge about vaccinated individuals once they are infected?

• They are just as contagious as unvaccinated individuals.

• They are less contagious than unvaccinated individuals.

• They are more contagious than unvaccinated individuals.

• They are not contagious at all.

What change did the CDC make regarding mask guidance?

• Masks are no longer required anywhere.

• Masks should be worn in nearly 70% of US counties regardless of vaccination status.

• Masks are only required outdoors.

• Masks are required only for unvaccinated individuals.

Why did the CDC recommend indoor masking in certain areas?

• Because masks are no longer effective.

• Because of high transmission rates.

• Because of low transmission rates.

• Because masks are fashionable.