Understanding the Impact of COVID-19 on Vaccinated vs. Unvaccinated
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Chapter 1: Introduction to Data Analysis
Recently, I found myself without internet access for a few hours, which led me to dive into Microsoft Excel to analyze data regarding the COVID-19 pandemic in the United States. This exploration was prompted by the frequent claims circulating online, particularly within far-right anti-vaccine circles, asserting that "the vaccine doesn’t work." This statement gained traction particularly after the tragic news of a fully vaccinated individual from Florida who passed away.
In light of these claims, I aimed to contrast the situations of vaccinated and unvaccinated individuals in relation to COVID-19 cases and deaths, including the number of breakthrough infections among vaccinated individuals.
Section 1.1: Overview of COVID-19 Trends
The following two charts illustrate key statistics:
The first chart outlines total COVID-19 deaths, the number of deaths among the unvaccinated, the total breakthrough infections in the vaccinated population, and deaths within that group.
The second chart presents a comparison of total COVID-19 deaths between vaccinated and unvaccinated groups, providing a straightforward depiction of the data.
From the analysis, it becomes evident that the death toll among unvaccinated individuals is approximately 23.25 times greater than the number of breakthrough infections among vaccinated individuals. However, it’s crucial to note that this statistic does not directly translate to a likelihood comparison, as the unvaccinated population had an entire year (2020) to accumulate cases and deaths before vaccines were widely available.
Section 1.2: 2021 COVID-19 Data Insights
To achieve a clearer understanding, I've created two additional charts focusing solely on the year 2021. These charts provide a more precise comparison of COVID-19 deaths and cases between vaccinated and unvaccinated individuals.
The first chart details deaths from COVID-19 in both groups throughout 2021.
It’s apparent that deaths resulting from breakthrough cases remain exceedingly rare among the vaccinated. By October 4, 2021, there were 6,617 deaths recorded in the vaccinated population, while the unvaccinated group accounted for 362,426 deaths throughout 2021.
Moreover, the second chart compares the total number of COVID-19 cases in both groups during 2021. The unvaccinated population reported 23,844,337 cases, while the vaccinated group had 30,117 cases.
In total, the figures show that the vaccine is significantly effective in reducing both cases and deaths among the vaccinated population. Despite various external factors influencing behavior—such as the likelihood of vaccinated individuals taking more precautions—the data clearly indicates that vaccination offers substantial protection against severe outcomes from COVID-19.
Chapter 2: Further Insights from YouTube
The first video, titled "Mortality Risk After COVID Vaccination & Comparative Risk for Pfizer vs. Moderna Vaccine," delves into the mortality risks associated with COVID vaccination, comparing the Pfizer and Moderna vaccines.
The second video, "More vaccinated deaths than unvaccinated deaths from covid (US)," examines the alarming trend of mortality rates among vaccinated individuals compared to their unvaccinated counterparts in the United States.
In conclusion, the disparity in COVID-19 outcomes between vaccinated and unvaccinated individuals is stark. The data reveals that those who are unvaccinated are approximately 23.25 times more likely to die from COVID-19 compared to those who experience breakthrough infections. Additionally, you are about 12 times more likely to die from COVID-19 if you are unvaccinated than simply catching the virus if vaccinated. The statistics from 2021 show 362,426 deaths among unvaccinated Americans compared to 6,617 among vaccinated individuals.
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