U.S. Hits New Single Day COVID Death Toll

The video discusses the grim COVID-19 death records in the US, highlighting states like New Hampshire, Oklahoma, and Pennsylvania. Hospitals are overwhelmed, with Illinois reaching a million cases. Arizona sees record hospitalizations and cases. The CDC forecasts 438,000 deaths by January's end. Vaccination rollout faces logistical challenges, with full supply expected by July to October. New COVID-19 variants are spreading, but vaccines should still be effective.

What new record did the US set on a Wednesday according to the transcript?

• Most recoveries in a day

• Most hospitalizations in a month

• Highest single-day death toll

• Highest number of COVID-19 cases in a week

Which state experienced more than double its summer peak in COVID-19 cases?

• New Hampshire

• Illinois

• Arizona

• Oklahoma

What is the CDC's updated forecast for COVID-19 deaths by the end of January?

• 438,000 deaths

• 400,000 deaths

• 500,000 deaths

• 350,000 deaths

What logistical challenge is mentioned in the vaccine distribution process?

• Lack of vaccine approval

• Shortage of healthcare workers

• Long lines and local government management

• Insufficient storage facilities

How do experts view the effectiveness of approved vaccines against new COVID-19 variants?

• Vaccines should still protect

• Vaccines need to be modified

• Vaccines are ineffective

• Vaccines are only partially effective