EU Could Prevent Millions of Cancer Cases by Meeting Reduction Targets
A new study shows the EU could prevent almost 3 million cancer diagnoses by 2050 if member states meet targets on tobacco and alcohol, with another million preventable by addressing air pollution and obesity; however, delays in implementing tobacco control measures and insufficient spending on wide-...
EU Could Prevent Millions of Cancer Cases by Meeting Reduction Targets
A new study shows the EU could prevent almost 3 million cancer diagnoses by 2050 if member states meet targets on tobacco and alcohol, with another million preventable by addressing air pollution and obesity; however, delays in implementing tobacco control measures and insufficient spending on wide-...
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24% Bias Score
Global Cancer Burden and Disparities on World Cancer Day
On World Cancer Day, the global cancer burden is highlighted with nearly 20 million new cases and 9.7 million deaths annually; however, mortality rates are declining due to advancements in screening and treatments. In the U.S., over 2 million cancer diagnoses and 600,000 deaths are projected in 2025...
Global Cancer Burden and Disparities on World Cancer Day
On World Cancer Day, the global cancer burden is highlighted with nearly 20 million new cases and 9.7 million deaths annually; however, mortality rates are declining due to advancements in screening and treatments. In the U.S., over 2 million cancer diagnoses and 600,000 deaths are projected in 2025...
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28% Bias Score
Surge in Non-Alcoholic Beverage Sales Reflects Evolving Canadian Drinking Habits
The sales of non-alcoholic beverages in Canada have surged 73 percent in the past year, driven by growing health concerns about alcohol, changing social norms, and improved product technology, resulting in a decline in alcohol consumption and sales.
Surge in Non-Alcoholic Beverage Sales Reflects Evolving Canadian Drinking Habits
The sales of non-alcoholic beverages in Canada have surged 73 percent in the past year, driven by growing health concerns about alcohol, changing social norms, and improved product technology, resulting in a decline in alcohol consumption and sales.
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44% Bias Score
Alcohol Industry Faces Downturn Amidst Cancer Concerns and Shifting Consumer Habits
U.S. Surgeon General Vivek Murthy's announcement linking alcohol to seven cancers is causing a downturn in the alcohol industry, with decreased sales volumes and lowered valuations mirroring the historical reaction against big tobacco, particularly among younger demographics who are drinking less.
Alcohol Industry Faces Downturn Amidst Cancer Concerns and Shifting Consumer Habits
U.S. Surgeon General Vivek Murthy's announcement linking alcohol to seven cancers is causing a downturn in the alcohol industry, with decreased sales volumes and lowered valuations mirroring the historical reaction against big tobacco, particularly among younger demographics who are drinking less.
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52% Bias Score
Two Simple Questions Accurately Identify Alcohol Dependence
A 2014 University of Leicester study found that two simple questions accurately identify alcohol dependence in 87% of cases, targeting both binge drinking and alcohol use for stress relief; the study's findings have implications for early detection and treatment of alcohol-related disorders.
Two Simple Questions Accurately Identify Alcohol Dependence
A 2014 University of Leicester study found that two simple questions accurately identify alcohol dependence in 87% of cases, targeting both binge drinking and alcohol use for stress relief; the study's findings have implications for early detection and treatment of alcohol-related disorders.
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52% Bias Score
EU Cancer Prevention: 3 Million Cases Potentially Avoidable, but Policy Delays Raise Concerns
A new study reveals that nearly 3 million new cancer diagnoses could be avoided in the EU between 2023 and 2050 by achieving tobacco and alcohol reduction targets, along with measures against air pollution and obesity; however, delays in implementing EU's Cancer Plan raise concerns.
EU Cancer Prevention: 3 Million Cases Potentially Avoidable, but Policy Delays Raise Concerns
A new study reveals that nearly 3 million new cancer diagnoses could be avoided in the EU between 2023 and 2050 by achieving tobacco and alcohol reduction targets, along with measures against air pollution and obesity; however, delays in implementing EU's Cancer Plan raise concerns.
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32% Bias Score
US Wine Sales Plummet Amidst Shifting Consumer Preferences
US wine sales fell by approximately 6% in 2024, continuing a long-term decline attributed to generational shifts in drinking habits, increased perception of alcohol's health risks, the rise of ready-to-drink beverages and legal marijuana, and higher prices.
US Wine Sales Plummet Amidst Shifting Consumer Preferences
US wine sales fell by approximately 6% in 2024, continuing a long-term decline attributed to generational shifts in drinking habits, increased perception of alcohol's health risks, the rise of ready-to-drink beverages and legal marijuana, and higher prices.
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24% Bias Score
British Study Links Alcohol to Increased Colorectal Cancer Risk, Finds Protective Effect of Calcium
A British study of 542,778 women linked alcohol and red/processed meat to increased colorectal cancer risk, while calcium and dairy products showed a protective effect; further research is needed.
British Study Links Alcohol to Increased Colorectal Cancer Risk, Finds Protective Effect of Calcium
A British study of 542,778 women linked alcohol and red/processed meat to increased colorectal cancer risk, while calcium and dairy products showed a protective effect; further research is needed.
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Dry January 2025: Strategies for Sobriety and Social Alternatives
In 2025, the increasing number of Americans participating in Dry January, a month-long abstinence from alcohol, is prompting discussions on alternative ways to meet social and emotional needs typically fulfilled by alcohol, suggesting potential shifts in societal attitudes and public health.
Dry January 2025: Strategies for Sobriety and Social Alternatives
In 2025, the increasing number of Americans participating in Dry January, a month-long abstinence from alcohol, is prompting discussions on alternative ways to meet social and emotional needs typically fulfilled by alcohol, suggesting potential shifts in societal attitudes and public health.
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16% Bias Score