Vaccine Update Press Briefing

The video discusses the effectiveness of two COVID-19 vaccines, AstraZeneca and Pfizer, highlighting the significant reduction in COVID-19 cases and hospital admissions among the elderly. It acknowledges the collective efforts of scientists, healthcare workers, and planners in the successful vaccine rollout. The data shows a 60% reduction in COVID-19 cases for vaccinated individuals over 70 and an 80% reduction in hospital admissions for those over 80. The vaccines provide sustained protection, even after a single dose, with additional benefits from the second dose.

What is the significance of the data published about the effectiveness of the vaccines?

What percentage of hospital admissions is prevented in the over 80s due to vaccination?