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The CDC has updated its COVID-19 quarantine guidelines, recommending a 7-day quarantine for those who test negative and a 10-day quarantine for those without a test. This change aims to improve compliance with isolation recommendations. Meanwhile, Moderna is starting trials of its COVID-19 vaccine on children aged 12-17, involving 3,000 participants receiving two doses 28 days apart. Researchers will assess if children have a stronger immune response. This follows Moderna's application for emergency use authorization with the FDA. The video concludes with thanks to Kaiser Health News for their contributions.

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