U.S. New COVID-19 Cases Fall To Around 15,000 A Day

CDC Director Dr. Shelanski highlights the impact of increased vaccinations, noting a significant decrease in COVID-19 cases and deaths. The seven-day average of new cases is over 15,000, the lowest since March 2020, marking a 94% drop from the peak in January. Daily deaths have also decreased to under 400, the lowest since the pandemic began.

What is one reason Dr. Shelanski gives for the decline in COVID-19 cases?

• The virus has mutated to a less severe form.

• More people are getting vaccinated.

• The weather has improved.

• There is a natural decline in cases over time.

What is the current seven-day average of new COVID-19 cases?

• More than 20,000 a day

• A little more than 15,000 a day

• Less than 10,000 a day

• Exactly 15,000 a day

By what percentage have COVID-19 cases decreased since their peak in January?

• 94%

• 90%

• 100%

• 80%

What is the current average number of daily COVID-19 deaths?

• Fewer than 300 a day

• Exactly 400 a day

• More than 500 a day

• Fewer than 400 a day

Since when have the average daily deaths been at their lowest?

• Since March 2020

• Since the vaccine rollout

• Since the beginning of the pandemic

• Since the beginning of 2021