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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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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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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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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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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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U.S. Investigates Pharmaceutical Supply Chain, Threatening Canadian Exports
The White House launched a national-security probe into the U.S. pharmaceutical supply chain, potentially imposing tariffs on over \$7 billion in Canadian pharmaceutical ingredient exports and impacting generic drugs, while also investigating semiconductor imports.
U.S. Investigates Pharmaceutical Supply Chain, Threatening Canadian Exports
The White House launched a national-security probe into the U.S. pharmaceutical supply chain, potentially imposing tariffs on over \$7 billion in Canadian pharmaceutical ingredient exports and impacting generic drugs, while also investigating semiconductor imports.
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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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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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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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WHO Finalizes Draft Pandemic Treaty
On April 16th, 2024, 194 WHO member states finalized a draft pandemic treaty to improve global collaboration for future pandemic preparedness, addressing technology transfer concerns and emphasizing national sovereignty, with implementation pending ratification by member states.
WHO Finalizes Draft Pandemic Treaty
On April 16th, 2024, 194 WHO member states finalized a draft pandemic treaty to improve global collaboration for future pandemic preparedness, addressing technology transfer concerns and emphasizing national sovereignty, with implementation pending ratification by member states.
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Global Pandemic Treaty Reached Despite Unresolved Issues
Over 190 countries agreed to a legally binding pandemic treaty, aiming to improve global health security by enhancing surveillance, accelerating resource sharing, and strengthening national health systems, although some key issues remain unresolved.
Global Pandemic Treaty Reached Despite Unresolved Issues
Over 190 countries agreed to a legally binding pandemic treaty, aiming to improve global health security by enhancing surveillance, accelerating resource sharing, and strengthening national health systems, although some key issues remain unresolved.
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36% Bias Score
WHO Reaches Landmark Pandemic Response Agreement
WHO member states finalized a landmark pandemic response agreement after three years of negotiations, including commitments to enhance technology and knowledge-sharing, mobilize a global health emergency workforce, and establish a pathogen access system; the agreement will be presented at the World ...
WHO Reaches Landmark Pandemic Response Agreement
WHO member states finalized a landmark pandemic response agreement after three years of negotiations, including commitments to enhance technology and knowledge-sharing, mobilize a global health emergency workforce, and establish a pathogen access system; the agreement will be presented at the World ...
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32% Bias Score
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