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The video discusses a study showing that pregnant women with COVID-19 face higher risks of severe illness and death, though the overall risk remains small. The CDC reports that infected pregnant women are three times more likely to require intensive care and ventilation. This increased risk may be due to physiological changes during pregnancy. Additionally, Israel is conducting clinical trials for a COVID-19 vaccine, with plans to expand the trials if initial phases are successful. The vaccine could be available to the public by next summer. The video concludes with thanks to Kaiser Health News.

What did the CDC find about pregnant women who contract the coronavirus?

• They recover faster than non-pregnant women.

• They are immune to the virus.

• They have a higher chance of needing intensive care and ventilation.

• They are less likely to experience severe symptoms.

Which physiological change during pregnancy might increase the risk of severe illness from coronavirus?

• Decreased heart rate

• Increased lung capacity

• Improved immune response

• Increased heart rate

How many volunteers were initially involved in Israel's coronavirus vaccine trial?

• 960

• 30,000

• 1,000

• 80

What is the planned number of participants for the third stage of Israel's vaccine trials?

• 10,000

• 80

• 30,000

• 960

When could the vaccine potentially be ready for the general population if trials are successful?

• By next spring

• By the end of next summer

• By the end of this year

• By next winter