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The video discusses two main health-related topics. First, AstraZeneca has paused its COVID-19 vaccine trial after a participant in the UK experienced an unexplained illness. This pause is a standard procedure to ensure safety, with an independent committee reviewing the data. Currently, there are nine potential vaccines in phase three trials. Second, Bradley University in Peoria, IL, has mandated a two-week quarantine for all students due to under 50 confirmed COVID-19 cases on campus. The university aims to reset student behaviors for a successful semester, citing non-compliance with mask-wearing and social distancing as reasons for the quarantine.

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