CDC: U.S. Could See Sharp Decline In Cases By July

Dr. Rachelle Lynskey highlights new projections indicating a potential sharp decline in COVID-19 cases in the US by July, contingent on increased vaccination rates and continued mitigation strategies. Current CDC data shows 350,000 new cases weekly, but under optimistic scenarios, this could fall below 50,000 by the end of July. However, local conditions and emerging variants pose risks, emphasizing the need for vigilance.

What is the projected trend for COVID-19 cases in the US by July according to Dr. Lynskey?

• A sharp increase in cases

• A sharp drop in cases

• No change in case numbers

• A gradual increase in cases

What factors are putting many states at risk for increased COVID-19 cases?

• Decreased testing

• Improved healthcare facilities

• High vaccination rates

• Local conditions and emerging variants

What is necessary to prevent an increase in COVID-19 cases according to the models?

• Ignoring local conditions

• Ending mitigation strategies

• Reducing vaccination rates

• Increasing vaccination rates and maintaining mitigation strategies

Under the most optimistic scenarios, what could the new weekly COVID-19 cases in the US drop to by the end of July?

• Below 100,000

• Below 50,000

• Below 200,000

• Below 300,000

What is the current average number of new COVID-19 cases reported weekly by the CDC?

• 450,000

• 350,000

• 250,000

• 150,000