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Here are some recent health news updates from reputable sources:

COVID-19 Updates

• The World Health Organization (WHO) has reported a significant decline in COVID-19 cases globally, with a 25% drop in new cases in the past week. (Source: WHO)
• The US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has updated its guidance on COVID-19 testing, recommending that people who have been exposed to someone with COVID-19 get tested, even if they don't have symptoms. (Source: CDC)

Vaccines and Immunizations

• The FDA has approved the Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine for emergency use in children as young as 12 years old. (Source: FDA)
• The WHO has recommended the use of the Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 vaccine in adults, citing its effectiveness in preventing severe illness and death. (Source: WHO)

Mental Health

• A new study published in the Journal of the American Medical Association (JAMA) has found that the COVID-19 pandemic has led to a significant increase in symptoms of depression and anxiety among adults in the United States. (Source: JAMA)
• The National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH) has launched a new initiative to promote mental health awareness and reduce stigma around mental illness. (Source: NIMH)

Disease Prevention

• The CDC has reported a significant increase in cases of Lyme disease in the United States, with over 40,000 cases reported in 2020. (Source: CDC)
• A new study published in the journal PLOS ONE has found that a common antibiotic can be effective in treating a type of bacterial infection that is resistant to multiple antibiotics. (Source: PLOS ONE)

Medical Breakthroughs

• Scientists have made a breakthrough in the development of a new type of cancer treatment that uses genetically modified viruses to target and kill cancer cells. (Source: Science Magazine)
• Researchers have discovered a new gene that is associated with an increased risk of developing Alzheimer's disease. (Source: Nature)

Healthcare Policy

• The US Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has announced a new initiative to improve access to healthcare for underserved communities. (Source: HHS)
• The WHO has launched a new campaign to promote universal health coverage and reduce health inequities around the world. (Source: WHO)