Moderna Says Its Vaccine Works Against Delta Variant

The video discusses the impact of new COVID-19 variants, particularly the Delta variant, and the effectiveness of vaccines in preventing severe cases. It highlights the uneven global distribution of vaccines, with some regions having excess supply and others facing shortages. The importance of booster shots and ongoing vaccination efforts to enhance protection and curb the virus's spread is emphasized.

What is the main concern with the Delta variant of COVID-19?

• It is resistant to all available vaccines.

• It has the potential to cause multiple waves of infection.

• It causes more severe symptoms in vaccinated individuals.

• It is less infectious than previous variants.

Why is it important to prevent the virus from circulating among unvaccinated individuals?

• It will result in immediate eradication of the virus.

• It can lead to the development of more dangerous variants.

• It will cause the virus to become less infectious.

• It will make vaccines completely ineffective.

What is a significant issue with the global distribution of COVID-19 vaccines?

• Vaccines are being distributed evenly across all countries.

• All countries have refused to accept vaccine donations.

• Some countries have excess vaccines while others have shortages.

• Vaccines are only available in developed countries.

What recent step has India taken to accelerate its vaccination process?

• Approved the use of a new mRNA vaccine.

• Stopped all vaccine imports.

• Reduced the number of vaccination centers.

• Banned booster shots.

How can booster shots enhance protection against COVID-19?

• By making the virus completely harmless.

• By reducing the need for future vaccinations.

• By eliminating the need for social distancing.

• By increasing the effectiveness of the original vaccine.