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€519,284 Raised for Organ Transplant Support and Ugandan Prosthetics
The F.A.Z.-Leser helfen campaign raised €519,284.13, with Kinderhilfe Organtransplantation (KiO) and Pro Uganda receiving the funds to improve support for families of transplant recipients and expand prosthetic care in Uganda, respectively.
€519,284 Raised for Organ Transplant Support and Ugandan Prosthetics
The F.A.Z.-Leser helfen campaign raised €519,284.13, with Kinderhilfe Organtransplantation (KiO) and Pro Uganda receiving the funds to improve support for families of transplant recipients and expand prosthetic care in Uganda, respectively.
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40% Bias Score
Insomnia, Sleep Medication Linked to Increased Disability Risk in Older Adults
A study of 6,722 Medicare beneficiaries aged 65+ found increased insomnia and sleep medication use correlated with a 20% higher disability risk the following year, impacting self-care activities; cognitive behavioral therapy is recommended as a safer alternative.
Insomnia, Sleep Medication Linked to Increased Disability Risk in Older Adults
A study of 6,722 Medicare beneficiaries aged 65+ found increased insomnia and sleep medication use correlated with a 20% higher disability risk the following year, impacting self-care activities; cognitive behavioral therapy is recommended as a safer alternative.
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32% Bias Score
Idaho Police Shoot Autistic Teenager Nine Times, Sparking Public Outrage
A 17-year-old autistic teenager with cerebral palsy, Victor Perez, was shot nine times by Idaho police officers after a neighbor called 911 reporting a disturbance; the incident sparked outrage due to the officers' rapid use of lethal force and apparent lack of de-escalation attempts, leaving Perez ...
Idaho Police Shoot Autistic Teenager Nine Times, Sparking Public Outrage
A 17-year-old autistic teenager with cerebral palsy, Victor Perez, was shot nine times by Idaho police officers after a neighbor called 911 reporting a disturbance; the incident sparked outrage due to the officers' rapid use of lethal force and apparent lack of de-escalation attempts, leaving Perez ...
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64% Bias Score
SMA2 Patient Advocates for Increased Disability Funding and Inclusive Environments
Martina Zanon, a 23-year-old with SMA2, discusses her experiences navigating daily life, highlighting the need for increased funding for disability assistance and societal shifts in perspective towards disability and assistive technologies.
SMA2 Patient Advocates for Increased Disability Funding and Inclusive Environments
Martina Zanon, a 23-year-old with SMA2, discusses her experiences navigating daily life, highlighting the need for increased funding for disability assistance and societal shifts in perspective towards disability and assistive technologies.
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32% Bias Score
Former Premier League Referee Learns to Walk Again
Uriah Rennie, the Premier League's first Black referee, is learning to walk again after a rare neurological condition caused paralysis; despite this, he will begin his role as Sheffield Hallam University chancellor in May.
Former Premier League Referee Learns to Walk Again
Uriah Rennie, the Premier League's first Black referee, is learning to walk again after a rare neurological condition caused paralysis; despite this, he will begin his role as Sheffield Hallam University chancellor in May.
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36% Bias Score
Reunion": Deaf Actor Stars in BBC's Revenge Thriller
Reunion," a four-part BBC One revenge thriller starring Matthew Gurney as a deaf man released from prison, was written by deaf screenwriter William Mager and filmed in Sheffield, showcasing British Sign Language and challenging typical portrayals of deaf characters.
Reunion": Deaf Actor Stars in BBC's Revenge Thriller
Reunion," a four-part BBC One revenge thriller starring Matthew Gurney as a deaf man released from prison, was written by deaf screenwriter William Mager and filmed in Sheffield, showcasing British Sign Language and challenging typical portrayals of deaf characters.
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20% Bias Score
UK Honors System Seeks to Increase Disabled Representation
The UK government is increasing representation of disabled people in its honors system, aiming for greater inclusivity after a BBC analysis revealed underrepresentation of those from working-class backgrounds and outside of London and the south-east, with the number of disabled recipients rising fro...
UK Honors System Seeks to Increase Disabled Representation
The UK government is increasing representation of disabled people in its honors system, aiming for greater inclusivity after a BBC analysis revealed underrepresentation of those from working-class backgrounds and outside of London and the south-east, with the number of disabled recipients rising fro...
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44% Bias Score
Bell's Palsy Survivor Finds Self-Acceptance After 24-Year Battle
Gary Parsons, 41, from Belper, Derbyshire, shares his 24-year journey battling Bell's palsy, the facial paralysis that left him traumatized and isolated for years, and how a Channel 4 show and smile surgery helped him find self-acceptance and love for his face.
Bell's Palsy Survivor Finds Self-Acceptance After 24-Year Battle
Gary Parsons, 41, from Belper, Derbyshire, shares his 24-year journey battling Bell's palsy, the facial paralysis that left him traumatized and isolated for years, and how a Channel 4 show and smile surgery helped him find self-acceptance and love for his face.
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28% Bias Score
Paralyzed Driver Wickens Returns to Professional Racing
Paralyzed race car driver Robert Wickens will compete in Saturday's IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship at Long Beach, driving a Chevrolet Corvette Z06 GT3.R equipped with a Bosch-developed electronic hand-braking system, marking a significant milestone in his recovery and a first for the Grand ...
Paralyzed Driver Wickens Returns to Professional Racing
Paralyzed race car driver Robert Wickens will compete in Saturday's IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship at Long Beach, driving a Chevrolet Corvette Z06 GT3.R equipped with a Bosch-developed electronic hand-braking system, marking a significant milestone in his recovery and a first for the Grand ...
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20% Bias Score
Misdiagnosed Headaches: Chiari Malformation Risk
A doctor has warned that many headache sufferers might have Chiari malformation, often mistaken for stress headaches, leading to delayed diagnosis and potentially severe consequences including seizures, incontinence, and lifelong disability; early diagnosis via MRI is crucial but access is limited.
Misdiagnosed Headaches: Chiari Malformation Risk
A doctor has warned that many headache sufferers might have Chiari malformation, often mistaken for stress headaches, leading to delayed diagnosis and potentially severe consequences including seizures, incontinence, and lifelong disability; early diagnosis via MRI is crucial but access is limited.
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60% Bias Score
Father's Journey Caring for Autistic Sons and Aging Parents
James Hunt, a British father of two autistic sons, shares his journey of providing full-time care, navigating the challenges of autism, and building a supportive online community, while also caring for his aging parents.
Father's Journey Caring for Autistic Sons and Aging Parents
James Hunt, a British father of two autistic sons, shares his journey of providing full-time care, navigating the challenges of autism, and building a supportive online community, while also caring for his aging parents.
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44% Bias Score
Carsley's Initiative Raises Funds for Down's Syndrome Football Team
Lee Carsley, England's Under-21 football coach, and former Derby County teammates are raising money for the Derby County Community Trust's DS Active football team for players with Down's syndrome, inspired by his son Connor's participation and diagnosis at a few days old; a Talk Derby to Me podcast ...
Carsley's Initiative Raises Funds for Down's Syndrome Football Team
Lee Carsley, England's Under-21 football coach, and former Derby County teammates are raising money for the Derby County Community Trust's DS Active football team for players with Down's syndrome, inspired by his son Connor's participation and diagnosis at a few days old; a Talk Derby to Me podcast ...
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36% Bias Score
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