CDC Panel Backs Pfizer Booster Shot For Some Americans

CDC Panel Backs Pfizer Booster Shot For Some Americans

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Science, Health, Social Studies

9th - 12th Grade

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The video discusses the recommendation of COVID booster shots for Americans aged 65 and older, as well as those more vulnerable to the virus. It highlights the FDA's support for the Pfizer booster and the uncertainty surrounding the CDC panel's decision. Some panel members expressed skepticism and called for more evidence before making a recommendation.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who is eligible for the COVID booster shot according to the first section?

Only those who have never had COVID

Only healthcare workers

People aged 65 and older and those vulnerable to COVID

Everyone over the age of 18

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the FDA's stance on the Pfizer COVID booster?

They had no opinion

They recommended it for children

They supported it for older and vulnerable adults

They opposed it for all age groups

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was uncertain about the CDC panel's decision?

Whether they would ban the booster

Whether they would recommend it for children

Whether they would follow the FDA's lead

Whether they would approve the booster for all adults

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What concern did some CDC panel members have about the booster?

The side effects of the booster

The lack of evidence supporting its necessity

The availability of the booster

The cost of the booster

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What did some CDC members want before making a recommendation?

More evidence

A public vote

Approval from the President

A reduction in booster cost