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Alcohol Consumption Significantly Increases Liver Damage Risk in Individuals with Pre-existing Conditions
A study found that drinking alcohol increases the risk of serious liver damage significantly more for people with a large belly, diabetes, or high blood pressure; researchers suggest that this is a serious concern given the high prevalence of these conditions in the US and the increased consumption ...
Alcohol Consumption Significantly Increases Liver Damage Risk in Individuals with Pre-existing Conditions
A study found that drinking alcohol increases the risk of serious liver damage significantly more for people with a large belly, diabetes, or high blood pressure; researchers suggest that this is a serious concern given the high prevalence of these conditions in the US and the increased consumption ...
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52% Bias Score
Murmansk Oblast Sees 2.5% Rise in Cancer Cases in 2024
Murmansk Oblast reported 3866 new cancer cases in 2024, a 2.5% increase from 2023, with 1761 in men and 2105 in women; improved diagnostics contribute to this rise, but many cancers are now treatable, emphasizing the importance of prevention and early detection.
Murmansk Oblast Sees 2.5% Rise in Cancer Cases in 2024
Murmansk Oblast reported 3866 new cancer cases in 2024, a 2.5% increase from 2023, with 1761 in men and 2105 in women; improved diagnostics contribute to this rise, but many cancers are now treatable, emphasizing the importance of prevention and early detection.
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32% Bias Score
From Survival to Thriving: A Journey of Resilience and Purpose
This narrative recounts the author's journey from surviving war and revolution in Iran to thriving as a businesswoman and cancer survivor, emphasizing resilience, purpose, and the transformative power of perspective.
From Survival to Thriving: A Journey of Resilience and Purpose
This narrative recounts the author's journey from surviving war and revolution in Iran to thriving as a businesswoman and cancer survivor, emphasizing resilience, purpose, and the transformative power of perspective.
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40% 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
Ghanaian Midwife's Cancer Battle Highlights Africa's Health Crisis
Ghanaian midwife Mary Amankwah Fordwor's throat cancer diagnosis in 2021 led to 14 surgeries, voice loss, and marital dissolution, highlighting the personal and societal impact of cancer in Africa, where 1.1 million cases and 700,000 deaths occur annually, according to the WHO.
Ghanaian Midwife's Cancer Battle Highlights Africa's Health Crisis
Ghanaian midwife Mary Amankwah Fordwor's throat cancer diagnosis in 2021 led to 14 surgeries, voice loss, and marital dissolution, highlighting the personal and societal impact of cancer in Africa, where 1.1 million cases and 700,000 deaths occur annually, according to the WHO.
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44% Bias Score
Cancer Specialist's Diagnosis Highlights Advancements and Challenges in NHS Cancer Care
Professor Adrian Crellin, a 70-year-old cancer specialist, was diagnosed with prostate cancer in 2016 and is receiving treatment at the Bexley Wing in Leeds, highlighting the emotional challenges and advancements in NHS cancer care; prostate cancer cases in England increased by 25% since 2019.
Cancer Specialist's Diagnosis Highlights Advancements and Challenges in NHS Cancer Care
Professor Adrian Crellin, a 70-year-old cancer specialist, was diagnosed with prostate cancer in 2016 and is receiving treatment at the Bexley Wing in Leeds, highlighting the emotional challenges and advancements in NHS cancer care; prostate cancer cases in England increased by 25% since 2019.
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40% Bias Score
Wellness Blogger's False Cancer Claims Cause Harm
Australian wellness blogger Belle Gibson falsely claimed to have cured her brain cancer through diet, misleading vulnerable individuals like Kylie and Maxine, who suffered health consequences; Gibson was fined £240,000 for deceptive charitable donations.
Wellness Blogger's False Cancer Claims Cause Harm
Australian wellness blogger Belle Gibson falsely claimed to have cured her brain cancer through diet, misleading vulnerable individuals like Kylie and Maxine, who suffered health consequences; Gibson was fined £240,000 for deceptive charitable donations.
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56% Bias Score
Sontag's Unconventional Cancer Treatment and its Impact
In 1977, Susan Sontag underwent experimental chemotherapy in France for breast cancer, costing \$150,000 (\$800,000 today), funded by donations; her experience led to her influential 1978 essay "Illness as Metaphor," critiquing the societal and medical understanding of cancer.
Sontag's Unconventional Cancer Treatment and its Impact
In 1977, Susan Sontag underwent experimental chemotherapy in France for breast cancer, costing \$150,000 (\$800,000 today), funded by donations; her experience led to her influential 1978 essay "Illness as Metaphor," critiquing the societal and medical understanding of cancer.
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40% Bias Score
Obesity Doubles in France, Fueling Cancer Rise
France's obesity rate doubled from 8.5% to 17% between 1990 and 2020, leading to a significant rise in obesity-related cancers; research reveals that tumors utilize fat cells for growth, necessitating targeted therapies rather than simple dietary restrictions.
Obesity Doubles in France, Fueling Cancer Rise
France's obesity rate doubled from 8.5% to 17% between 1990 and 2020, leading to a significant rise in obesity-related cancers; research reveals that tumors utilize fat cells for growth, necessitating targeted therapies rather than simple dietary restrictions.
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40% Bias Score
Italy's Cancer Prevention Gap: Lifestyle Risks and Healthcare Shortcomings
In Italy, 6 million adults are obese, increasing their cancer risk, yet only 43% receive weight-loss advice from doctors; this highlights insufficient preventative care, particularly among economically disadvantaged individuals, necessitating a multi-pronged approach improving lifestyle intervention...
Italy's Cancer Prevention Gap: Lifestyle Risks and Healthcare Shortcomings
In Italy, 6 million adults are obese, increasing their cancer risk, yet only 43% receive weight-loss advice from doctors; this highlights insufficient preventative care, particularly among economically disadvantaged individuals, necessitating a multi-pronged approach improving lifestyle intervention...
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40% Bias Score
Rising Prostate Cancer Diagnoses in the Netherlands Prompt Calls for Earlier Screening
In the Netherlands, prostate cancer diagnoses are rising, mirroring breast cancer rates in women, prompting calls for earlier screening programs to reduce late-stage diagnoses and mortality, despite concerns about healthcare resource allocation and potential overdiagnosis.
Rising Prostate Cancer Diagnoses in the Netherlands Prompt Calls for Earlier Screening
In the Netherlands, prostate cancer diagnoses are rising, mirroring breast cancer rates in women, prompting calls for earlier screening programs to reduce late-stage diagnoses and mortality, despite concerns about healthcare resource allocation and potential overdiagnosis.
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44% Bias Score
Hamburg Cancer Registry Data Shows Stable Incidence, Lower Mortality
The Hamburg Cancer Registry reports that the average age of cancer diagnosis is 70, with less than 1% of cancer deaths occurring before age 50; in 2022, 11,232 new cases were reported in Hamburg, with breast, thyroid, and colorectal cancers being the most common among those under 50.
Hamburg Cancer Registry Data Shows Stable Incidence, Lower Mortality
The Hamburg Cancer Registry reports that the average age of cancer diagnosis is 70, with less than 1% of cancer deaths occurring before age 50; in 2022, 11,232 new cases were reported in Hamburg, with breast, thyroid, and colorectal cancers being the most common among those under 50.
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20% Bias Score
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