COVID Cases Spiking Among U.S. Children

The video discusses the recent increase in COVID-19 infections among children, with over 70,000 cases reported last week, marking a significant rise from the previous week. Despite the high number of infections, severe cases remain rare, with less than 2% of infected children requiring hospitalization. The data is sourced from the American Academy of Pediatrics.

What was the increase in the number of COVID-19 infections among children and teens last week?

• 10,000

• 20,000

• 30,000

• 40,000

According to the American Academy of Pediatrics, how many children have tested positive for COVID-19 since the pandemic began?

• 4.2 million

• 5.0 million

• 3.5 million

• 2.5 million

What is the percentage of children infected with COVID-19 who require hospitalization?

• Less than 1%

• Less than 2%

• Less than 3%

• Less than 4%

How does the severity of COVID-19 in children compare to adults?

• Severity is the same for both

• Children are less likely to become very sick

• Children are equally likely to become very sick

• Children are more likely to become very sick

What is the key takeaway regarding COVID-19 severity in children?

• Children are the most affected group

• Most children require hospitalization

• Severe cases in children are extremely rare

• All children show severe symptoms