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President Biden announced the U.S. will share 20 million COVID-19 vaccine doses with other countries by June's end, including Pfizer, Moderna, and Johnson & Johnson vaccines. This is in addition to a prior commitment of 60 million AstraZeneca doses. The U.S. faced criticism for not sharing vaccines amid global efforts by China and Russia. The U.S. Preventive Services Task Force now recommends colon cancer screenings start at age 45, reflecting rising cases in younger adults. This change mandates most insurance plans to cover the tests without copay. Thanks to Kaiser Health News for the health headlines.

What commitment has President Biden made regarding COVID vaccine doses?

What change did the US Preventive Services Task Force recommend regarding colon cancer screening?

How many people die annually from colorectal cancer, according to the text?

What has contributed to the decline in colorectal cancer cases in recent years?

What is the significance of the change in insurance coverage for screening tests?