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The video discusses a new COVID vaccine candidate by Johnson & Johnson, which is 66% effective against moderate and severe illness and 85% effective against the most serious symptoms. Unlike Pfizer and Moderna, it requires only one dose. The emergence of new COVID variants in the US has led to increased travel restrictions in Canada, including mandatory testing and hotel stays for travelers. Additionally, New York City plans to ease restaurant restrictions by allowing indoor dining at 25% capacity as COVID cases decline.

What is the effectiveness of the Johnson and Johnson vaccine candidate in preventing the most serious symptoms of COVID-19?

• 66%

• 85%

• 95%

• 50%

Which COVID-19 vaccines require a two-dose regimen?

• Sputnik V

• Johnson and Johnson

• Pfizer and Moderna

• AstraZeneca

What measure has Canada implemented for travelers due to new COVID variants?

• Mandatory quarantine at home

• Free testing at the airport

• Testing upon arrival and hotel stay at own expense

• No additional measures

How much could it cost travelers to stay at a hotel while waiting for COVID test results in Canada?

• More than $2000

• $2000

• $1000

• $500

When is New York City planning to allow indoor dining at 25% capacity?

• March 14th

• February 14th

• March 1st

• February 1st