New York Covid Hospitalizations Top 4,000, Governor Says

The transcript discusses COVID-19 positivity rates and hospitalization data in New York, highlighting the impact of microclusters and regional differences. It compares New York's situation with other states and explains the state's hospital bed capacity and strategies to manage it. The focus is on understanding hospitalization rates, capacity, and the measures taken to handle the pandemic effectively.

What was the statewide positivity rate without microclusters?

• 4.8%

• 3.5%

• 4.49%

• 5.91%

Which region had the highest number of hospitalizations compared to its population?

• Southern Tier

• Finger Lakes

• Western New York

• New York City

Which states are doing better than New York in terms of COVID-19 hospitalizations?

• California, Texas, and Florida

• Maine, Vermont, and Hawaii

• Georgia, Alabama, and Mississippi

• Ohio, Michigan, and Illinois

What is the total number of hospital beds available in New York after flexing and surging?

• 53,000

• 60,000

• 80,000

• 75,000

At the peak of COVID-19, how many people were hospitalized in New York?

• 19,000

• 25,000

• 10,000

• 4,063