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UK Sees Sharpest Rise in Tuberculosis Cases Since 1971
Anja Madhvani, a UK citizen, contracted tuberculosis (TB) in Morocco in 2018, initially misdiagnosed; the UK saw a 13% rise in TB cases in 2023, the largest since 1971, linked to social deprivation and COVID-19 disruptions.
UK Sees Sharpest Rise in Tuberculosis Cases Since 1971
Anja Madhvani, a UK citizen, contracted tuberculosis (TB) in Morocco in 2018, initially misdiagnosed; the UK saw a 13% rise in TB cases in 2023, the largest since 1971, linked to social deprivation and COVID-19 disruptions.
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36% Bias Score
Climate Change Disrupts Blood Supply Chains
A new study in The Lancet Planetary Health reveals climate change's impact on blood supply chains, connecting extreme weather, increased vector-borne diseases, and donor health to shortages affecting millions in Europe annually.
Climate Change Disrupts Blood Supply Chains
A new study in The Lancet Planetary Health reveals climate change's impact on blood supply chains, connecting extreme weather, increased vector-borne diseases, and donor health to shortages affecting millions in Europe annually.
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24% Bias Score
Global Farmland Contaminated by Heavy Metals: Up to 17% Affected
A new study finds that up to 17% of global farmland contains excessive levels of heavy metals, impacting food safety and the health of 900 million to 1.4 billion people. The contamination is linked to both natural and human activities, with a significant "metal-rich corridor" spanning from Italy to ...
Global Farmland Contaminated by Heavy Metals: Up to 17% Affected
A new study finds that up to 17% of global farmland contains excessive levels of heavy metals, impacting food safety and the health of 900 million to 1.4 billion people. The contamination is linked to both natural and human activities, with a significant "metal-rich corridor" spanning from Italy to ...
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28% Bias Score
Liberia Launches Mpox Vaccination Campaign in Sinje After Confirmed Case
Following a confirmed Mpox case in an 11-month-old girl in Sinje, Liberia, a vaccination campaign using over 10,000 doses provided by Africa CDC has started, targeting vulnerable populations to prevent wider spread; no deaths have been reported despite the international health emergency declaration.
Liberia Launches Mpox Vaccination Campaign in Sinje After Confirmed Case
Following a confirmed Mpox case in an 11-month-old girl in Sinje, Liberia, a vaccination campaign using over 10,000 doses provided by Africa CDC has started, targeting vulnerable populations to prevent wider spread; no deaths have been reported despite the international health emergency declaration.
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40% Bias Score
Toxic Heavy Metal Contamination Affects 14-17% of Global Cropland
Researchers estimate that 14-17% of global cropland (242m hectares) is contaminated by toxic heavy metals, exceeding safety thresholds and affecting 900 million to 1.4 billion people worldwide, primarily due to natural and human activities, with cadmium being the most prevalent metal.
Toxic Heavy Metal Contamination Affects 14-17% of Global Cropland
Researchers estimate that 14-17% of global cropland (242m hectares) is contaminated by toxic heavy metals, exceeding safety thresholds and affecting 900 million to 1.4 billion people worldwide, primarily due to natural and human activities, with cadmium being the most prevalent metal.
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32% Bias Score
Global Pandemic Treaty Aims for Better Preparedness and Equitable Vaccine Access
After three years of negotiations, 191 WHO member states adopted a pandemic treaty focused on preventing future outbreaks through improved animal and climate management and ensuring fair vaccine distribution by promoting technology transfer to developing nations.
Global Pandemic Treaty Aims for Better Preparedness and Equitable Vaccine Access
After three years of negotiations, 191 WHO member states adopted a pandemic treaty focused on preventing future outbreaks through improved animal and climate management and ensuring fair vaccine distribution by promoting technology transfer to developing nations.
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16% Bias Score
Resurgent Tuberculosis in UK: A 13% Rise in 2023
Anja Madhvani contracted tuberculosis (TB) in 2018 after an ultramarathon in Morocco, highlighting a 13% rise in UK TB cases in 2023—the largest annual increase since 1971—linked to delayed diagnoses and social inequalities.
Resurgent Tuberculosis in UK: A 13% Rise in 2023
Anja Madhvani contracted tuberculosis (TB) in 2018 after an ultramarathon in Morocco, highlighting a 13% rise in UK TB cases in 2023—the largest annual increase since 1971—linked to delayed diagnoses and social inequalities.
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32% Bias Score
Over 3 Million Children Died in 2022 Due to Antibiotic Resistance
A new study reveals that over 3 million children died in 2022 from drug-resistant infections, a tenfold increase over three years, with Africa and Southeast Asia disproportionately affected; this highlights the urgent need for improved antibiotic stewardship and the development of new treatments.
Over 3 Million Children Died in 2022 Due to Antibiotic Resistance
A new study reveals that over 3 million children died in 2022 from drug-resistant infections, a tenfold increase over three years, with Africa and Southeast Asia disproportionately affected; this highlights the urgent need for improved antibiotic stewardship and the development of new treatments.
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32% Bias Score
WHO Adopts Pandemic Treaty Amidst Online Misinformation
The World Health Organization's new pandemic treaty, adopted by over 190 member states on April 16th, 2024, aims to improve global pandemic preparedness and response, but misinformation online falsely claims it overrides national sovereignty and mandates actions like mandatory vaccinations.
WHO Adopts Pandemic Treaty Amidst Online Misinformation
The World Health Organization's new pandemic treaty, adopted by over 190 member states on April 16th, 2024, aims to improve global pandemic preparedness and response, but misinformation online falsely claims it overrides national sovereignty and mandates actions like mandatory vaccinations.
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48% Bias Score
Global Pandemic Treaty Aims for Fairer Vaccine, Data Distribution
After marathon talks, a legally binding treaty was agreed upon to govern global pandemic response, addressing vaccine and data inequities, although some concerns remain regarding the enforcement of technology transfer.
Global Pandemic Treaty Aims for Fairer Vaccine, Data Distribution
After marathon talks, a legally binding treaty was agreed upon to govern global pandemic response, addressing vaccine and data inequities, although some concerns remain regarding the enforcement of technology transfer.
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36% Bias Score
Kenya Shuts Down Mediheal Clinic Amid Organ Trafficking Scandal
Kenya shut down a kidney transplant operation at the Mediheal clinic following a DW and German media report that uncovered an international organ trafficking network exploiting vulnerable Kenyans; two health officials were suspended, and a new investigation was launched.
Kenya Shuts Down Mediheal Clinic Amid Organ Trafficking Scandal
Kenya shut down a kidney transplant operation at the Mediheal clinic following a DW and German media report that uncovered an international organ trafficking network exploiting vulnerable Kenyans; two health officials were suspended, and a new investigation was launched.
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36% Bias Score
WHO Approves Landmark Pandemic Accord
WHO member states unanimously approved a new agreement on April 15th to improve pandemic preparedness and response, focusing on equitable access to health products and technology transfer, particularly for developing nations, following three years of negotiations.
WHO Approves Landmark Pandemic Accord
WHO member states unanimously approved a new agreement on April 15th to improve pandemic preparedness and response, focusing on equitable access to health products and technology transfer, particularly for developing nations, following three years of negotiations.
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20% Bias Score
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