John,

You may have heard about the new COVID-19 variants -- the highly contagious strains of the virus that have caused spikes in transmission in the U.K. and South Africa, and has appeared in states across the U.S.

And you might have questions, like what does this mean for vaccines, for current levels of precaution, and for planning for the future? We asked epidemiologist and Bloomberg Philanthropies Public Health program lead Dr. Kelly Henning what we need to know about the new COVID-19 variants.

Check out Dr. Henning's new video on COVID-19 variants.
 

Dr. Henning is clear on the continued confidence in vaccines against the COVID-19 variants: "The evidence so far suggests that the vaccines will work on these new strains." She also talks about the renewed importance of wearing masks, social distancing, and other public health tools that can help prevent increased infections.

Check out the video and share with your friends:

https://youtu.be/jZq_EnGHCNI

Thanks,

Bloomberg Philanthropies