Covid’s Third Surge Moving Across U.S., Europe: Johns Hopkins

The video discusses the concept of the third surge of COVID-19, highlighting its potential severity as it coincides with the flu season. It emphasizes the importance of using available tools to mitigate the spread. The discussion covers the rising cases in Europe and the US, particularly among younger populations, and the potential impact on healthcare systems. The video also explores the interaction between COVID-19 and the seasonal flu, noting the effects of travel restrictions and social distancing. Finally, it addresses the risks associated with air travel, suggesting that recent studies show it to be relatively low risk with proper precautions.

What is the 'third surge' of COVID-19 associated with?

• The end of summer

• The beginning of winter

• The flu and other respiratory virus seasons

• The holiday season

Why is there a concern about the demographic shift in hospitalized COVID-19 cases?

• There is no change in demographics

• Younger, healthier people are being hospitalized

• Older people are being hospitalized more

• Only children are being hospitalized

What is one potential benefit of the travel restrictions and social distancing measures?

• Increased travel opportunities

• No change in flu cases

• Decreased number of flu cases

• Increased number of flu cases

How might the lack of travel between hemispheres affect the seasonal flu?

• It will increase the spread of flu

• It will have no effect on flu spread

• It could lead to a lower spread of flu

• It will cause new flu strains to emerge

What recent findings have been made about the risk of air travel during the pandemic?

• Air travel is very high risk

• Air travel is moderately risky

• Air travel risk is unknown

• Air travel is quite low risk