COVID Pushes 2020 U.S. Death Toll Over 3.3 Million

A new government report reveals the highest annual death toll, with COVID-19 being the third leading cause of death after heart disease and cancer. The virus has claimed over 550,000 lives in the US since the pandemic began. Current COVID-19 cases are up 12% from last week's average, prompting the CDC to urge continued caution. Mitigation measures like mask-wearing and social distancing remain crucial as vaccination efforts progress. Currently, over 37% of US adults have received at least one vaccine dose, and 16% of the total population is fully vaccinated.

What was the percentage increase in the annual death toll compared to the previous year?

How many deaths were attributed to COVID-19 last year?

What are the two leading causes of death before COVID-19?

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What percentage of adults in the US have received at least one dose of a vaccine?