Here’s what’s happening Tuesday with the coronavirus pandemic in the U.S.:
THE NUMBERS:
VACCINES: More than 60 million people, or 18.1% of the U.S. population, have received at least one dose of a coronavirus vaccine, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Some 31.4 million people have completed their vaccination, or 9.5% of the population.
CASES: According to data from Johns Hopkins University, the seven-day rolling average for daily new cases in the U.S. decreased over the past two weeks, going from 66,408 on Feb. 22 to 55,735 on Monday.
DEATHS: According to data from Johns Hopkins University, the seven-day rolling average for daily new deaths in the U.S. decreased over the past two weeks, going from 1,910 on Feb. 22 to 1,563 on Monday.
STATE VACCINATION RATES: According to the CDC, the percentage of population that received at least one dose of vaccine: New Mexico (25.8%); Alaska (24.9%); Connecticut (24.8%). Lowest rates: Alabama (15%); District of Columbia (14.3%); Georgia (13.3%).
THREE THINGS TO KNOW TODAY
Volunteers are vital helpers at vaccine sites, and it pays off with a shot. Thats raised questions at a time when supplies are limited and Americans have struggled to get vaccinated even if theyre eligible. But medical ethicists say volunteers are necessary for a successful public health effort.
Gov. Andrew Cuomo says New York state will lower COVID-19 vaccine eligibility from 65 to 60 starting Wednesday. Cuomo says he expects more vaccine shipments and nearly all vaccination sites can vaccinate eligible New Yorkers starting March 17.
Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer signed $2 billion in COVID-19 relief spending while vetoing $650 million after Republicans didnt negotiate with her and tied aid to legislation that would have curbed her administrations authority to order pandemic restrictions.
QUOTABLE: She takes care of everybody from A to Z. She goes beyond the scope of work to be a presence of hope and compassion for others. Reginald Jean-Mary, pastor of a Miami church, regarding Doramise Moreau, whos been cooking nearly 1,000 meals a week during the pandemic.
ICYMI: As the pandemic enters its second year, theres a pent-up longing for normalcy, especially when it comes to lifes milestones weddings, births, deaths, birthdays and anniversaries.
ON THE HORIZON: There will be more happy young campers this summer. At least 45 states are allowing overnight camps to open, according to the American Camp Association.
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