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Smoking Shortens Life by 20 Minutes Per Cigarette, Study Finds
A University College London study shows one cigarette shortens life by 20 minutes; a pack a day equates to seven hours, leading to a 10-year reduction in lifespan for continuing smokers; quitting early next year could regain up to 50 days by year's end.
Smoking Shortens Life by 20 Minutes Per Cigarette, Study Finds
A University College London study shows one cigarette shortens life by 20 minutes; a pack a day equates to seven hours, leading to a 10-year reduction in lifespan for continuing smokers; quitting early next year could regain up to 50 days by year's end.
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Smoking Cuts Lifespan by 20 Minutes Per Cigarette, Prompts UK Tobacco Sale Ban
A new UK government report estimates that each cigarette shortens a smoker's lifespan by 20 minutes (17 minutes for men, 22 for women), based on updated research from University College London, prompting a government campaign to encourage quitting and a planned progressive ban on tobacco sales.
Smoking Cuts Lifespan by 20 Minutes Per Cigarette, Prompts UK Tobacco Sale Ban
A new UK government report estimates that each cigarette shortens a smoker's lifespan by 20 minutes (17 minutes for men, 22 for women), based on updated research from University College London, prompting a government campaign to encourage quitting and a planned progressive ban on tobacco sales.
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52% Bias Score
Smoking One Cigarette Reduces Life Expectancy by 20 Minutes, Study Finds
Research commissioned by the U.K. government shows that smoking one cigarette reduces life expectancy by 20 minutes, while quitting for a year could add 50 days of life expectancy for a person smoking 10 cigarettes a day; this study is based on decades of data from two major U.K. population studies.
Smoking One Cigarette Reduces Life Expectancy by 20 Minutes, Study Finds
Research commissioned by the U.K. government shows that smoking one cigarette reduces life expectancy by 20 minutes, while quitting for a year could add 50 days of life expectancy for a person smoking 10 cigarettes a day; this study is based on decades of data from two major U.K. population studies.
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40% Bias Score
Insufficient Sleep During Pregnancy Linked to Increased Risk of Metabolic Syndrome
A Northwestern University study of 3,922 women revealed a link between sleeping less than seven hours during pregnancy and the postpartum period and a higher risk of metabolic syndrome, increasing the likelihood of type 2 diabetes and cardiovascular disease.
Insufficient Sleep During Pregnancy Linked to Increased Risk of Metabolic Syndrome
A Northwestern University study of 3,922 women revealed a link between sleeping less than seven hours during pregnancy and the postpartum period and a higher risk of metabolic syndrome, increasing the likelihood of type 2 diabetes and cardiovascular disease.
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48% Bias Score
Sydney Tunnelling Workers Exposed to Deadly Silica Dust for Years
Since early 2018, thousands of Sydney tunnelling workers were exposed to high levels of deadly silica dust, with regulators and contractors aware of the danger but failing to publicly disclose it until recently, prompting calls for greater transparency and accountability.
Sydney Tunnelling Workers Exposed to Deadly Silica Dust for Years
Since early 2018, thousands of Sydney tunnelling workers were exposed to high levels of deadly silica dust, with regulators and contractors aware of the danger but failing to publicly disclose it until recently, prompting calls for greater transparency and accountability.
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52% Bias Score
Russian Mother's Fruit-Only Diet for Child Sparks Investigation
A Rostov-on-Don mother and her young daughter have followed a fruit and vegetable-only diet, excluding water, for 342 days, prompting online outrage and investigations by the Investigative Committee and the prosecutor's office into potential parental neglect.
Russian Mother's Fruit-Only Diet for Child Sparks Investigation
A Rostov-on-Don mother and her young daughter have followed a fruit and vegetable-only diet, excluding water, for 342 days, prompting online outrage and investigations by the Investigative Committee and the prosecutor's office into potential parental neglect.
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60% Bias Score
UK Report: Each Cigarette Costs 20 Minutes of Life, Leading to Tobacco Sales Phase-Out
A new UK government report estimates that every cigarette reduces life expectancy by 20 minutes, leading to a campaign to curb smoking and a planned phase-out of tobacco sales, starting by raising the minimum age to purchase tobacco incrementally until those born after 2009 will never legally buy to...
UK Report: Each Cigarette Costs 20 Minutes of Life, Leading to Tobacco Sales Phase-Out
A new UK government report estimates that every cigarette reduces life expectancy by 20 minutes, leading to a campaign to curb smoking and a planned phase-out of tobacco sales, starting by raising the minimum age to purchase tobacco incrementally until those born after 2009 will never legally buy to...
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52% Bias Score
Counterfeit Weight-Loss Injections Pose Serious Health Risks in the UK
UK health officials have seized over 600 fake weight-loss injection pens since 2023, causing serious health risks like seizures and comas due to the presence of insulin instead of the intended active ingredient. The illegal sale through online platforms and beauty salons is driven by high demand and...
Counterfeit Weight-Loss Injections Pose Serious Health Risks in the UK
UK health officials have seized over 600 fake weight-loss injection pens since 2023, causing serious health risks like seizures and comas due to the presence of insulin instead of the intended active ingredient. The illegal sale through online platforms and beauty salons is driven by high demand and...
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52% Bias Score
Air Pollution Crisis in Southern Germany Due to Stagnant Weather Pattern
Unusually warm upper air layers trap pollutants in lower regions of southern Germany, causing elevated fine particulate matter levels exceeding health limits in numerous cities, with the situation expected to persist until New Year's Eve.
Air Pollution Crisis in Southern Germany Due to Stagnant Weather Pattern
Unusually warm upper air layers trap pollutants in lower regions of southern Germany, causing elevated fine particulate matter levels exceeding health limits in numerous cities, with the situation expected to persist until New Year's Eve.
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40% Bias Score
Loneliness Linked to Increased Risk of Premature Death and Severe Health Issues
Studies reveal loneliness significantly increases the risk of premature death (30%), cardiovascular disease (3x), and weakened immunity (12% reduced immune cell function). These findings highlight the critical link between social isolation and health outcomes.
Loneliness Linked to Increased Risk of Premature Death and Severe Health Issues
Studies reveal loneliness significantly increases the risk of premature death (30%), cardiovascular disease (3x), and weakened immunity (12% reduced immune cell function). These findings highlight the critical link between social isolation and health outcomes.
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40% 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 microplastics—primarily from tire wear and waste—and 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 microplastics—primarily from tire wear and waste—and various health problems, including infertility, colon and lung cancer, and respiratory issues, urging immediate regulatory action.
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48% Bias Score
Global Sugar Consumption Surge Fuels Health Concerns
Global sugar consumption has dramatically increased from a few kilograms per person annually two centuries ago to 30-40 kg in many countries today, driven by historical use as a cheap energy source and industry marketing, leading to significant health concerns and future implications for global heal...
Global Sugar Consumption Surge Fuels Health Concerns
Global sugar consumption has dramatically increased from a few kilograms per person annually two centuries ago to 30-40 kg in many countries today, driven by historical use as a cheap energy source and industry marketing, leading to significant health concerns and future implications for global heal...
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48% Bias Score
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