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The video discusses New York's plan to conduct 14,000 COVID-19 antibody tests weekly, highlighting the need for more extensive testing. It reports over 248,000 confirmed cases in New York. The FDA has approved Novartis to trial hydroxychloroquine as a potential COVID-19 treatment, despite lacking scientific proof of its efficacy. The trial will involve 450 patients across the US. The video concludes with acknowledgments to Kaiser Health News.

What is the daily target for antibody tests in New York as announced by Governor Cuomo?

• 1,000 tests per day

• 5,000 tests per day

• 10,000 tests per day

• 2,000 tests per day

According to the transcript, how many confirmed COVID-19 cases were reported in New York?

• Over 100,000 cases

• Over 300,000 cases

• Over 200,000 cases

• Over 248,000 cases

Which organization is conducting a trial on hydroxychloroquine for COVID-19 treatment?

• Pfizer

• Johnson & Johnson

• Novartis

• Moderna

How many patients will be involved in the hydroxychloroquine trial?

• 600 patients

• 450 patients

• 300 patients

• 150 patients

What is the current scientific consensus on hydroxychloroquine's effectiveness against COVID-19?

• It is proven to be effective

• It is proven to be ineffective

• There is no scientific proof yet

• It is banned for use