CDC: New York City COVID-19 Deaths May Be Far Higher Than Reported

CDC: New York City COVID-19 Deaths May Be Far Higher Than Reported

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The video discusses the severe impact of COVID-19 in Brooklyn, highlighting the overwhelmed funeral directors and the CDC's report on unexplained deaths in NYC. It covers the high death toll in NYC boroughs, particularly Brooklyn, Queens, and the Bronx, and the impact on a local church. The video also provides statistics on COVID-19 cases and deaths in New York State, noting a decline in new infections and the gradual easing of lockdown measures. The CDC's analysis suggests that many deaths may have occurred outside healthcare settings, and the video concludes with a discussion on the crisis and recovery phase.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What did the CDC report suggest about the actual number of COVID-19 deaths in New York City?

The deaths were mostly in healthcare settings.

The actual number of deaths might be higher than reported.

There were fewer deaths than reported.

The reported numbers were accurate.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which New York City boroughs ranked highest in coronavirus deaths according to the CDC?

The Bronx, Manhattan, and Staten Island

Brooklyn, Queens, and the Bronx

Manhattan, Brooklyn, and Queens

Queens, Staten Island, and Manhattan

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the impact of the virus on the congregation at Saint Bartholomew Catholic Church?

The church became a testing center.

There was a significant number of deaths.

The congregation was unaffected.

The church was closed permanently.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What did Governor Andrew Cuomo announce regarding lockdown measures?

Lockdown measures would be tightened.

Lockdown measures would remain unchanged.

Lockdown measures would be gradually eased.

Lockdown measures would be lifted immediately.

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is one reason the CDC is studying increased death rates during the pandemic?

To reduce the number of tests conducted

To increase hospital funding

To understand the impact of overwhelmed hospitals

To find a cure for COVID-19