Azar Says All Nursing Home Patients Vaccinated By Christmas

Health and Human Services Secretary Alex Azar announced that a COVID-19 vaccine could be available by Christmas, with nearly all US nursing homes included in the federal distribution program. This is significant as nursing home residents account for a large percentage of COVID-19 deaths, despite being a small portion of the population. The federal government is collaborating with CVS and Walgreens to ensure all nursing home residents and staff are vaccinated by Christmas Day.

What is the expected timeline for the COVID-19 vaccine distribution according to Health and Human Services Secretary Alex Azar?

• By Christmas

• By Thanksgiving

• By New Year's Eve

• By Easter

What percentage of Americans live in long-term care facilities?

• 10%

• 15%

• 5%

• Less than 1%

What percentage of US COVID-19 deaths are accounted for by residents of long-term care facilities?

• 20%

• 39%

• 50%

• 60%

Which organizations are collaborating with the federal government to vaccinate nursing home residents and staff?

• Amazon and Kroger

• Target and Costco

• Rite Aid and Walmart

• CVS and Walgreens

By when does the federal government aim to vaccinate all nursing home residents and staff?

• By Valentine's Day

• By Thanksgiving

• By Christmas Day

• By New Year's Eve