CDC Says Delta Variant Is As Contagious As Chickenpox

The transcript discusses internal documents revealing changes in the fight against the virus, highlighting that vaccinated individuals are as likely as unvaccinated ones to spread the Delta variant, though they are less likely to contract or die from it. It emphasizes the need for the CDC to better communicate the effectiveness of vaccines and challenges the notion that public health guidelines infringe on civil liberties. The transcript calls for political leaders to advocate for vaccination as a requirement for public activities to ensure safety.

What do the internal documents obtained by the Washington Post reveal about the Delta variant?

• Vaccinated people are equally likely to spread it as unvaccinated people.

• Vaccinated people are more likely to spread it than unvaccinated people.

• Unvaccinated people are less likely to spread it.

• Vaccinated people cannot spread it at all.

According to the documents, what is a significant benefit of being vaccinated?

• Vaccinated individuals are more likely to die from the virus.

• Vaccinated individuals are less likely to catch the virus or die from it.

• Vaccinated individuals have no benefits.

• Vaccinated individuals are more likely to catch the virus.

What does the CDC need to improve according to the documents?

• The development of new vaccines.

• The distribution of vaccines.

• The communication about the effectiveness of vaccines.

• The enforcement of lockdowns.

What misconception about public health guidelines is mentioned?

• They are not scientifically backed.

• They are only for the elderly.

• They have nothing to do with civil liberties.

• They are solely about individual freedom.

What action is suggested for political leaders to promote vaccination?

• Ban all public gatherings.

• Provide free masks to everyone.

• Encourage people to stay home.

• Link vaccination to access to public places like restaurants.