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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.

How many American children tested positive for the coronavirus in the last two weeks of July according to the report?

What percentage increase in COVID-19 cases involving children was reported by the American Academy of Pediatrics?

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

What proactive measure has the University of California system ordered for its students, faculty, and staff?

What is the purpose of the flu vaccination requirement issued by university officials?