Projections of 2,000 Daily Covid Deaths ‘Not Unrealistic’: Johns Hopkins

The transcript discusses the global impact of the pandemic, highlighting the rise in cases and hospitalizations, which are not solely due to increased testing. It emphasizes the concerning signs of field hospitals being built and the need for mechanical ventilation, leading to a rise in deaths. The discussion also covers the projections of death rates and the role of models in predicting outcomes. Additionally, it provides updates on vaccine development, noting the immune response in the elderly and the potential availability of vaccines from AstraZeneca and Johnson & Johnson.

What are the implications of the projections mentioned regarding daily deaths?

What is the significance of the immune response created by the vaccines in the elderly?