Stephen Powis speaks at daily press conference on Covid-19 from Downing Street

Stephen Powis speaks at daily press conference on Covid-19 from Downing Street

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The video discusses the impact of COVID-19, focusing on daily death statistics, data from the Office for National Statistics (ONS) on confirmed and suspected deaths, and hospital data showing trends in admissions and critical care. The seven-day rolling average indicates a reduction in daily deaths. ONS data includes both confirmed and suspected COVID-19 cases, showing a decline in deaths over time. Hospital data reveals a decrease in admissions and critical care patients, reflecting the effectiveness of social distancing measures.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the significance of using a seven-day rolling average in analyzing COVID-19 daily deaths?

It provides a more stable trend by smoothing out daily fluctuations.

It highlights the highest number of deaths in a week.

It shows the exact number of deaths each day.

It predicts future death rates accurately.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What additional information does the ONS data provide compared to test-confirmed cases?

It excludes care home deaths.

It includes suspected cases noted in death registrations.

It includes only confirmed cases.

It only covers hospital deaths.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How has the trend in hospital admissions with COVID-19 changed since mid-April?

Admissions have declined.

Admissions have fluctuated without a clear trend.

Admissions have increased significantly.

Admissions have remained constant.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the impact of social distancing measures on COVID-19 hospital data?

It has caused more hospital admissions.

It has resulted in a decline in critical care cases.

It has led to an increase in critical care cases.

It has had no impact on hospital data.

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which organization provides the data for hospital admissions in the top chart?

Public Health England

World Health Organization

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

NHS England