Microplastics Linked to Brain Blood Clots, Raising Dementia and Stroke Risks
A Peking University study reveals microplastics in the brain trigger immune responses, causing blood clots that may lead to stroke, depression, and possibly dementia; further research is needed.
Microplastics Linked to Brain Blood Clots, Raising Dementia and Stroke Risks
A Peking University study reveals microplastics in the brain trigger immune responses, causing blood clots that may lead to stroke, depression, and possibly dementia; further research is needed.
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48% Bias Score
Smartwatch Bands Found to Contain High Levels of Toxic PFAS
A University of Notre Dame study found 15 of 22 tested smartwatch brands contain high levels of PFAS, exceeding levels found in other consumer products and raising health concerns due to prolonged skin contact; the study checked for PFAS in bands from Nike, Apple, Fitbit, and Google.
Smartwatch Bands Found to Contain High Levels of Toxic PFAS
A University of Notre Dame study found 15 of 22 tested smartwatch brands contain high levels of PFAS, exceeding levels found in other consumer products and raising health concerns due to prolonged skin contact; the study checked for PFAS in bands from Nike, Apple, Fitbit, and Google.
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44% Bias Score
Armenia's Air Pollution: Mortality Exceeds Global Average
Armenia's air pollution-related mortality surpasses the global average by 19 percent, with pollution levels six times higher than WHO standards, despite the Environment Minister claiming no recent significant changes; new monitoring equipment is planned.
Armenia's Air Pollution: Mortality Exceeds Global Average
Armenia's air pollution-related mortality surpasses the global average by 19 percent, with pollution levels six times higher than WHO standards, despite the Environment Minister claiming no recent significant changes; new monitoring equipment is planned.
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36% Bias Score
Red Air Pollution Alert Triggered in France's Arve Valley
A red alert for fine particle pollution was declared in France's Arve Valley on December 29th due to severe fog trapping pollutants. Restrictions on wood burning, vehicle traffic (heavy vehicles needing Crit'Air 0-4), and industrial emissions were implemented to combat PM10 pollution, a common issue...
Red Air Pollution Alert Triggered in France's Arve Valley
A red alert for fine particle pollution was declared in France's Arve Valley on December 29th due to severe fog trapping pollutants. Restrictions on wood burning, vehicle traffic (heavy vehicles needing Crit'Air 0-4), and industrial emissions were implemented to combat PM10 pollution, a common issue...
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24% Bias Score
Microplastics Linked to Cancer and Other Health Risks in Major Scientific Review
A comprehensive review of 3000 studies links microplastic exposure to increased risks of lung and colon cancer, gut inflammation, and lung injury, prompting calls for immediate bans on single-use plastics to avert a major public health crisis.
Microplastics Linked to Cancer and Other Health Risks in Major Scientific Review
A comprehensive review of 3000 studies links microplastic exposure to increased risks of lung and colon cancer, gut inflammation, and lung injury, prompting calls for immediate bans on single-use plastics to avert a major public health crisis.
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52% Bias Score
Waste Incinerator Proximity Linked to Elevated PCBs and Dioxins in Breast Milk
A UK study found increased levels of PCBs and dioxins in breast milk of mothers living near waste incinerators, although levels remained within the European average; further monitoring is recommended.
Waste Incinerator Proximity Linked to Elevated PCBs and Dioxins in Breast Milk
A UK study found increased levels of PCBs and dioxins in breast milk of mothers living near waste incinerators, although levels remained within the European average; further monitoring is recommended.
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24% Bias Score
Sydney Beach Closures: Fecal Matter Found in Debris Balls
Tests reveal fecal matter, E. coli, and saturated fatty acids in debris balls that closed nine northern Sydney beaches last week, prompting further investigation into Sydney's sewage system and calls for improved wastewater treatment.
Sydney Beach Closures: Fecal Matter Found in Debris Balls
Tests reveal fecal matter, E. coli, and saturated fatty acids in debris balls that closed nine northern Sydney beaches last week, prompting further investigation into Sydney's sewage system and calls for improved wastewater treatment.
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40% Bias Score
Disinfectant Wipes: Health Risks Outweigh Pandemic-Fueled Benefits
The \$3.72 billion North American disinfectant wipes market in 2023, fueled by the COVID-19 pandemic, raises health concerns as scientists link common ingredients, quaternary ammonium compounds (QACs), to reproductive, developmental, respiratory, skin, and neurological problems, while the CDC recomm...
Disinfectant Wipes: Health Risks Outweigh Pandemic-Fueled Benefits
The \$3.72 billion North American disinfectant wipes market in 2023, fueled by the COVID-19 pandemic, raises health concerns as scientists link common ingredients, quaternary ammonium compounds (QACs), to reproductive, developmental, respiratory, skin, and neurological problems, while the CDC recomm...
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56% Bias Score
Synthetic Chemicals Linked to Childhood Disease Surge; Global Treaty Urged
A report by 20+ public health researchers links rising childhood diseases, such as a 35% increase in childhood cancers and doubled male reproductive birth defects, to synthetic chemicals, recommending a global treaty to prioritize children's health and regulate chemical production.
Synthetic Chemicals Linked to Childhood Disease Surge; Global Treaty Urged
A report by 20+ public health researchers links rising childhood diseases, such as a 35% increase in childhood cancers and doubled male reproductive birth defects, to synthetic chemicals, recommending a global treaty to prioritize children's health and regulate chemical production.
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60% Bias Score
Airborne Microplastics Linked to Serious Health Risks: UCSF Study
A University of California, San Francisco, review of 3,000 studies shows a suspected link between airborne microplasticsâprimarily from tire wear and wasteâand various health problems, including infertility, colon and lung cancer, and respiratory issues, urging immediate regulatory action.
Airborne Microplastics Linked to Serious Health Risks: UCSF Study
A University of California, San Francisco, review of 3,000 studies shows a suspected link between airborne microplasticsâprimarily from tire wear and wasteâand various health problems, including infertility, colon and lung cancer, and respiratory issues, urging immediate regulatory action.
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48% Bias Score
EU Agency Recommends Ban on Widely Used Flame Retardants
The European Chemicals Agency (ECHA) recommends restricting aromatic brominated flame retardants (ABFRs) due to their toxicity, persistence in the environment, and accumulation in living organisms; the recommendation follows concerns over similar 'forever chemicals' and anticipates a sweeping ban, p...
EU Agency Recommends Ban on Widely Used Flame Retardants
The European Chemicals Agency (ECHA) recommends restricting aromatic brominated flame retardants (ABFRs) due to their toxicity, persistence in the environment, and accumulation in living organisms; the recommendation follows concerns over similar 'forever chemicals' and anticipates a sweeping ban, p...
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44% Bias Score
Only Seven Countries Met Safe Air Quality Levels in 2023
The 2023 World Air Quality Report revealed that only seven countriesâAustralia, Estonia, Finland, Grenada, Iceland, Mauritius, and New Zealandâmet WHO's PM2.5 air quality guidelines, while South and Central Asia had the worst air quality, with Bangladesh recording levels over 15 times the safe limit...
Only Seven Countries Met Safe Air Quality Levels in 2023
The 2023 World Air Quality Report revealed that only seven countriesâAustralia, Estonia, Finland, Grenada, Iceland, Mauritius, and New Zealandâmet WHO's PM2.5 air quality guidelines, while South and Central Asia had the worst air quality, with Bangladesh recording levels over 15 times the safe limit...
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40% Bias Score