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As US COVID-19 Deaths Reach All-Time High, Vaccines Provide Glimmer of Hope

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A pedestrian wearing a mask walks past a sign advising that COVID-19 vaccines are not available yet at a Walgreen's pharmacy store in San Francisco on Wednesday. (AP Photo/Jeff Chiu)
A pedestrian wearing a mask walks past a sign advising that COVID-19 vaccines are not available yet at a Walgreen's pharmacy store in San Francisco on Wednesday. (AP Photo/Jeff Chiu)

The U.S. has recorded its deadliest day yet from coronavirus — more than 3,100 deaths. Hospitalizations from the disease also rose over 100,000.

Dr. Ashish Jha, dean of the School of Public Health at Brown University, warns that cases will continue to rise with holiday travel and indoor gatherings. He joins host Robin Young to talk about the situation, and also about the safety, logistics and timing of vaccines.

This segment aired on December 3, 2020.

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