2 Studies Say New Coronavirus Variant Spreading In NYC

Recent studies have identified a COVID variant spreading in New York and the Northeast. While these studies are important, they are still exploratory and not yet peer-reviewed. The variant is concerning due to its mutations, but vaccination remains crucial in combating its spread. Experts emphasize the importance of public health measures and vaccination to counteract the variant's effects.

What did the two studies published this week find?

• A new treatment for COVID

• A COVID variant spreading in the city

• A decrease in COVID cases

• A new vaccine for COVID

What is a key point to remember about the studies on the new COVID variant?

• They have been fully reviewed by experts

• They are considered exploratory

• They have been dismissed by scientists

• They are conclusive

How does the science around the new variant compare to the UK variant?

• It is more established

• It is less established

• It is not studied at all

• It is equally established

According to Dr. Fauci, what is crucial to stopping the spread of the New York variant?

• Developing new treatments

• Getting vaccinated

• Ignoring public health measures

• Traveling more

What does Dr. Fauci suggest about the mutations in the New York variant?

• They have no impact

• They are beneficial

• They are worrisome

• They are not concerning