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President Trump defends his use of hydroxychloroquine as a preventative measure against COVID-19, despite health warnings and lack of evidence supporting its effectiveness. Meanwhile, Johnson & Johnson will cease selling its talcum baby powder in the US and Canada due to declining demand and safety concerns, although the company maintains the product is safe. The company faces numerous lawsuits alleging the powder causes cancer. Existing stock will be sold until depleted. The video concludes with thanks to Kaiser Health News for the headlines.

What reason did President Trump give for taking hydroxychloroquine?

• To treat a COVID-19 infection

• As a treatment for another illness

• As a preventative measure against COVID-19

• To boost his immune system

What have recent studies concluded about hydroxychloroquine's effectiveness against COVID-19?

• It is harmful

• It is somewhat effective

• It has no effect

• It is highly effective

Why is Johnson and Johnson stopping the sale of its talcum baby powder in the US and Canada?

• Due to a government ban

• Because of declining demand and safety concerns

• To focus on other products

• Due to a shortage of ingredients

How many lawsuits has Johnson and Johnson faced regarding its talcum powder?

• Over 25,000

• Over 19,000

• Over 10,000

• Over 5,000

Who partnered with the news segment to provide health headlines?

• National Institutes of Health

• Kaiser Health News

• Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

• World Health Organization