CBC has been hearing some common questions about COVID-19 numbers from listeners and readers. COVID-19 Case Update: August 18, 2021

Of the 131 new COVID-19 cases today, 103 (78%) were unvaccinated, 10 (8%) were partially vaccinated and 18 (14%) were fully vaccinated. pic.twitter.com/mnEPeMn6B8 —@SKGovThe graphic breaks down the 131 cases to show 103 were not vaccinated, 10 were partially vaccinated and 18 were fully vaccinated. Seeing the similarity in new case numbers for those who are vaccinated and those who are partially vaccinated can also give a misleading impression. Fully vaccinated - 18 cases/678,000 people = approximately 3 cases per 100,000Presenting these numbers as part of fractions like this can better illustrate why the figures aren't actually comparable, the experts said.

Source: CBC News August 19, 2021 17:49 UTC