New York Survey: Many Hospitalized COVID-19 Patients Weren't Working

A survey in New York revealed that most COVID-19 hospitalizations involved seniors or unemployed individuals, not essential workers. The survey, conducted over three days in 100 hospitals, showed that only 17% of those hospitalized had been working before falling ill. Governor Cuomo expressed surprise at these findings, expecting more essential workers to be affected. The results emphasize the importance of precautions like wearing masks and social distancing.

Who commissioned the survey mentioned in the text?

What percentage of the surveyed individuals reported they had been working leading up to their illness?

What demographic primarily made up the individuals newly admitted to the hospital with the virus?

What was the initial assumption about essential workers and their hospitalization rates?

What precautions were reinforced by the survey results?