Why Aren’t COVID Vaccines Getting To More People?

The video discusses the challenges in distributing COVID-19 vaccines, highlighting the gap between federal promises and actual vaccinations. It covers issues like appointment difficulties, holiday impacts, and reporting delays. The role of state and local governments in managing logistics is examined, with South Dakota noted for its success. Future plans for vaccine distribution are also outlined.

What was the federal government's vaccination goal by the end of December?

• 10 million people

• 15 million people

• 5 million people

• 20 million people

What analogy is used to describe the challenge of getting a vaccination appointment?

• A marathon

• A treasure hunt

• A lottery

• The Hunger Games

What was one reason given for the low number of vaccinations during the holiday season?

• Lack of public interest

• Focus on prioritizing groups

• Vaccine shortages

• Technical issues with reporting

What percentage of pharmacies were not reporting vaccination data to the CDC?

• 30%

• 50%

• 40%

• 60%

Which state leads the nation in using its vaccine doses?

• California

• New York

• South Dakota

• Texas