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Massachusetts requires all students over six months old to get a flu vaccination by December 31st, including those in virtual learning, to reduce flu and respiratory illnesses during the COVID-19 pandemic. Bayer agrees to a $1.6 billion settlement for lawsuits related to its birth control product, which allegedly caused severe complications. Despite the settlement, Bayer maintains the product's safety. Newsy offers opinion-free headlines available for streaming.

What is the deadline for students in Massachusetts to receive a flu vaccination?

• November 30th

• February 1st

• January 15th

• December 31st

Which age group is required to get a flu vaccination in Massachusetts?

• Only college students

• Only preschool children

• Anyone six months or older

• Only high school students

How much is Bayer paying to settle lawsuits related to its birth control product?

• $1.2 billion

• $1.6 billion

• $2 billion

• $2.5 billion

What year did Bayer stop selling its birth control product?

• 2018

• 2017

• 2016

• 2019

What did the FDA require for Bayer's birth control product two years before it was discontinued?

• A price reduction

• A warning label about side effects

• A new marketing campaign

• A recall of all products