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USAID Funding Cuts Cause Global Tuberculosis Crisis
The Trump administration's abrupt cuts to USAID funding have disrupted global tuberculosis (TB) treatment programs, causing an estimated 11,000 additional deaths and a projected 28-32% increase in TB infections this year, impacting millions and hindering efforts to eliminate the disease by 2030.
USAID Funding Cuts Cause Global Tuberculosis Crisis
The Trump administration's abrupt cuts to USAID funding have disrupted global tuberculosis (TB) treatment programs, causing an estimated 11,000 additional deaths and a projected 28-32% increase in TB infections this year, impacting millions and hindering efforts to eliminate the disease by 2030.
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48% Bias Score
HPV: Vaccines, Screenings, and the Fight for Cervical Cancer Elimination
Human Papillomavirus (HPV) infects over 80% globally; while effective vaccines and screenings exist, unequal access remains a challenge; Spain's vaccination coverage exceeds 92%, and the country is shifting to population-based screenings to improve equitable access and reduce cervical cancer inciden...
HPV: Vaccines, Screenings, and the Fight for Cervical Cancer Elimination
Human Papillomavirus (HPV) infects over 80% globally; while effective vaccines and screenings exist, unequal access remains a challenge; Spain's vaccination coverage exceeds 92%, and the country is shifting to population-based screenings to improve equitable access and reduce cervical cancer inciden...
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12% Bias Score
WHO to Cut Budget by 21% Amidst US Funding Cuts
The World Health Organization plans to cut its budget by 21% and reduce its staff due to a $600 million funding shortfall caused by the US withdrawal and reduced development assistance from other countries.
WHO to Cut Budget by 21% Amidst US Funding Cuts
The World Health Organization plans to cut its budget by 21% and reduce its staff due to a $600 million funding shortfall caused by the US withdrawal and reduced development assistance from other countries.
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36% Bias Score
Paris N4G Summit Raises $27.55 Billion to Fight Malnutrition
The 2025 Nutrition for Growth (N4G) summit in Paris, held March 27-28, secured $27.55 billion in commitments to fight malnutrition, exceeding the 2021 Tokyo summit's initial pledge despite the absence of US funding and reduced contributions from traditional donors like Canada and the UK; this falls ...
Paris N4G Summit Raises $27.55 Billion to Fight Malnutrition
The 2025 Nutrition for Growth (N4G) summit in Paris, held March 27-28, secured $27.55 billion in commitments to fight malnutrition, exceeding the 2021 Tokyo summit's initial pledge despite the absence of US funding and reduced contributions from traditional donors like Canada and the UK; this falls ...
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44% Bias Score
Elton John to Confront Trump Over AIDS Funding Cuts
Elton John threatened to confront President Trump over threatened cuts to the U.S. President's Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR), which is estimated to have saved over 25 million lives globally and is crucial for many African nations, with reports suggesting supply chains for HIV medication ha...
Elton John to Confront Trump Over AIDS Funding Cuts
Elton John threatened to confront President Trump over threatened cuts to the U.S. President's Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR), which is estimated to have saved over 25 million lives globally and is crucial for many African nations, with reports suggesting supply chains for HIV medication ha...
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56% Bias Score
Mexico's Tuberculosis Cases Surge in 2025
As of March 15th, 2025, Mexico reported 4,113 tuberculosis cases, exceeding influenza as the second most prevalent disease; Baja California, Nuevo León, and Veracruz have the most cases. This is a seventh of the 2024 total, and 6,000 Mexicans die annually from the disease.
Mexico's Tuberculosis Cases Surge in 2025
As of March 15th, 2025, Mexico reported 4,113 tuberculosis cases, exceeding influenza as the second most prevalent disease; Baja California, Nuevo León, and Veracruz have the most cases. This is a seventh of the 2024 total, and 6,000 Mexicans die annually from the disease.
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36% Bias Score
WHO to Cut Budget by 20% Following US Withdrawal
The World Health Organization (WHO) will cut its budget by 20% and reduce staff due to a $600 million loss in funding from the US withdrawal, while the US plans to close the USAID, impacting global health initiatives and international aid.
WHO to Cut Budget by 20% Following US Withdrawal
The World Health Organization (WHO) will cut its budget by 20% and reduce staff due to a $600 million loss in funding from the US withdrawal, while the US plans to close the USAID, impacting global health initiatives and international aid.
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40% Bias Score
US Withdrawal Cripples WHO Budget: 20% Cut, $600 Million Shortfall
The World Health Organization faces a $600 million budget shortfall by 2025 due to the US withdrawing its financial support, resulting in a 20% budget cut and staff reductions.
US Withdrawal Cripples WHO Budget: 20% Cut, $600 Million Shortfall
The World Health Organization faces a $600 million budget shortfall by 2025 due to the US withdrawing its financial support, resulting in a 20% budget cut and staff reductions.
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WHO Faces $600 Million Shortfall After US Withdrawal
Facing a $600 million budget shortfall in 2025 due to the US withdrawal from the WHO and subsequent cuts in US foreign aid, the organization will implement budget cuts across all levels and regions, impacting global health initiatives.
WHO Faces $600 Million Shortfall After US Withdrawal
Facing a $600 million budget shortfall in 2025 due to the US withdrawal from the WHO and subsequent cuts in US foreign aid, the organization will implement budget cuts across all levels and regions, impacting global health initiatives.
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36% Bias Score
Chinese Medical Team Advances Laparoscopic Surgery in Gambia
In Banjul, Gambia, a Chinese surgical team led by Dr. Yang Qing successfully performed a laparoscopic surgery, training Gambian colleagues and highlighting advancements in local surgical capabilities as part of a medical assistance partnership between China and Gambia.
Chinese Medical Team Advances Laparoscopic Surgery in Gambia
In Banjul, Gambia, a Chinese surgical team led by Dr. Yang Qing successfully performed a laparoscopic surgery, training Gambian colleagues and highlighting advancements in local surgical capabilities as part of a medical assistance partnership between China and Gambia.
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India's Growing Role in Illicit Fentanyl Trade Raises US-India Trade Tensions
A new US intelligence report highlights India's increasing role in the illicit fentanyl trade, supplying precursor chemicals to Mexican cartels, creating potential trade tensions with the US as President Trump uses tariffs to combat the opioid crisis; the report follows recent arrests of individuals...
India's Growing Role in Illicit Fentanyl Trade Raises US-India Trade Tensions
A new US intelligence report highlights India's increasing role in the illicit fentanyl trade, supplying precursor chemicals to Mexican cartels, creating potential trade tensions with the US as President Trump uses tariffs to combat the opioid crisis; the report follows recent arrests of individuals...
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40% Bias Score
Tuberculosis Cases Surge 54% in Greece in 2023
Greece saw a 54% rise in tuberculosis cases in 2023 (493 vs. 320 in 2022), exceeding the rate of 2014, impacting mainly young immigrants and older Greeks, prompting calls for improved detection and prevention.
Tuberculosis Cases Surge 54% in Greece in 2023
Greece saw a 54% rise in tuberculosis cases in 2023 (493 vs. 320 in 2022), exceeding the rate of 2014, impacting mainly young immigrants and older Greeks, prompting calls for improved detection and prevention.
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24% Bias Score
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