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The video discusses recent health news, highlighting a report that nearly 100,000 American children tested positive for COVID-19 in late July, with a 40% increase in cases among children across 49 states. Children account for about 9% of all U.S. virus cases. The University of California system mandates flu vaccinations for students, faculty, and staff by November 1st to protect the community and ease healthcare system pressure during flu season and the pandemic. The vaccine is free for those in the university's medical plans.

What was the reported increase in COVID-19 cases among children in the 49 states studied?

• 50%

• 20%

• 30%

• 40%

What percentage of all virus cases in the US do children represent since the pandemic began?

• 12%

• 9%

• 5%

• 15%

By when must students, faculty, and staff at the University of California get a flu vaccination?

• October 1st

• November 1st

• December 1st

• January 1st

What is one of the reasons for the University of California's flu vaccination requirement?

• To promote sports activities

• To ease pressure on the healthcare system

• To reduce tuition fees

• To increase student enrollment

Who is eligible for free flu vaccines at the University of California?

• Only staff

• Students, faculty, and staff enrolled in the university's medical plans

• Only faculty

• Only students