COVID-19 Cases Rise in Parts Of U.S. Ahead of Winter Worries

The video discusses the rising COVID-19 cases in the Midwest, particularly in Nebraska, and the measures taken in New York to curb the virus spread, including business closures and capacity limits. It highlights the CDC's acknowledgment of airborne transmission and the White House's COVID-19 cases. The WHO estimates that 10% of the global population has been infected, but most remain at risk.

What measures are being taken in New York in response to the COVID-19 spike?

• Reducing hospital staff

• Opening more schools

• Closing nonessential businesses

• Increasing public transportation

What new information did the CDC acknowledge about COVID-19 transmission?

• It cannot be spread outdoors

• It is only spread through direct contact

• It can be airborne and spread indoors

• It can be spread through water

According to Dr. Fauci, why is there an increased risk of COVID-19 transmission in colder months?

• People tend to stay indoors

• The virus becomes less active

• The virus cannot survive in cold weather

• People tend to stay outdoors

Which group of people was mentioned as being affected by COVID-19 in the White House?

• Only the Press Secretary

• Only the First Lady

• Only the President

• Several members of the administration

What percentage of the world's population does the WHO estimate has been infected with COVID-19?

• 5%

• 30%

• 10%

• 20%