California Hospital Association's CEO on California's COVID-19 Hospitalizations

The transcript discusses the current state of ICU capacity in California, highlighting that it is at 80% capacity with regional variations. It addresses the expected COVID-19 surge post-Thanksgiving, noting that the current surge is due to Halloween gatherings. The discussion includes a comparison of the current wave with previous ones, particularly in states like California, New York, and New Jersey. The transcript concludes with California's proactive measures, such as masking and stay-at-home policies, to manage the pandemic, including a recent reintroduction of stay-at-home orders based on ICU capacity.

What is the expected impact of the Thanksgiving holiday on COVID-19 case numbers?

What interventions has California implemented to manage the COVID-19 situation?