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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
Mild Cold's Severe Impact: 10°C Test Reveals Hidden Health Risks
A BBC journalist underwent a cold tolerance test at 10°C, revealing significant physiological changes, including reduced blood flow to the extremities, increased blood pressure, and impaired cognitive function, highlighting the hidden dangers of cold exposure and its impact on cardiovascular health.
Mild Cold's Severe Impact: 10°C Test Reveals Hidden Health Risks
A BBC journalist underwent a cold tolerance test at 10°C, revealing significant physiological changes, including reduced blood flow to the extremities, increased blood pressure, and impaired cognitive function, highlighting the hidden dangers of cold exposure and its impact on cardiovascular health.
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28% Bias Score
France Sees Record High in Workplace Fatalities in 2023
France's 2023 workplace fatality report reveals 759 deaths, a 21-death increase from 2022, driven by rising external causes and occupational illnesses, with transport and construction sectors most affected.
France Sees Record High in Workplace Fatalities in 2023
France's 2023 workplace fatality report reveals 759 deaths, a 21-death increase from 2022, driven by rising external causes and occupational illnesses, with transport and construction sectors most affected.
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28% Bias Score
Imported Fruit in Britain Contains Double the Cancer-Linked Pesticides
Government data reveals significantly higher levels of pesticides linked to cancer and infertility in imported fruit, particularly soft citrus from South Africa, compared to British produce, raising concerns about consumer health and the impact of trade deals.
Imported Fruit in Britain Contains Double the Cancer-Linked Pesticides
Government data reveals significantly higher levels of pesticides linked to cancer and infertility in imported fruit, particularly soft citrus from South Africa, compared to British produce, raising concerns about consumer health and the impact of trade deals.
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60% Bias Score
Wood Burning in UK Now Major Source of Air Pollution
A new study reveals that wood burning in the West Midlands now accounts for 25% of fine particulate matter (PM2.5), seven times higher than in 2008-2010, with researchers calling for immediate action to reduce emissions and raise public awareness.
Wood Burning in UK Now Major Source of Air Pollution
A new study reveals that wood burning in the West Midlands now accounts for 25% of fine particulate matter (PM2.5), seven times higher than in 2008-2010, with researchers calling for immediate action to reduce emissions and raise public awareness.
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56% Bias Score
Alternative Healer Jailed for Manslaughter After Patient's Death at Workshop
Hongchi Xiao, a Chinese alternative healer promoting "slapping therapy," was sentenced to 15 years in prison for the gross negligence manslaughter of a British woman, Danielle Carr-Gomm, 71, who died after following his advice to stop taking insulin and fast during a Wiltshire workshop, mirroring a ...
Alternative Healer Jailed for Manslaughter After Patient's Death at Workshop
Hongchi Xiao, a Chinese alternative healer promoting "slapping therapy," was sentenced to 15 years in prison for the gross negligence manslaughter of a British woman, Danielle Carr-Gomm, 71, who died after following his advice to stop taking insulin and fast during a Wiltshire workshop, mirroring a ...
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60% Bias Score
Study Links Long-Term Acetaminophen Use to Increased Health Risks in Older Adults
A U.K. study found that long-term acetaminophen use in older adults (1998-2018) was linked to increased risks of peptic ulcer bleeding, heart failure, and chronic kidney disease, prompting calls for careful consideration of its use as a first-line treatment for osteoarthritis.
Study Links Long-Term Acetaminophen Use to Increased Health Risks in Older Adults
A U.K. study found that long-term acetaminophen use in older adults (1998-2018) was linked to increased risks of peptic ulcer bleeding, heart failure, and chronic kidney disease, prompting calls for careful consideration of its use as a first-line treatment for osteoarthritis.
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44% Bias Score
Philips Faces Italian Class-Action Lawsuit Over Faulty Medical Devices
A class-action lawsuit against Philips in Italy targets 5.5 million potentially harmful ventilators and sleep therapy devices containing faulty foam, with over 30,000 registrants seeking compensation; while a US settlement reached $1.1 billion, the EU cases face different legal hurdles to prove harm...
Philips Faces Italian Class-Action Lawsuit Over Faulty Medical Devices
A class-action lawsuit against Philips in Italy targets 5.5 million potentially harmful ventilators and sleep therapy devices containing faulty foam, with over 30,000 registrants seeking compensation; while a US settlement reached $1.1 billion, the EU cases face different legal hurdles to prove harm...
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52% Bias Score
German Survey Reveals Public Fears About Nuclear Threats and Radon Exposure
A BfS survey (May-July 2024) of 2002 Germans shows 58% fear nuclear weapons use and 57% fear nuclear accidents, mainly due to the Ukraine war; 94% are unaware of radon risks, despite it being a leading cause of lung cancer; 22% worry about mobile phone radiation.
German Survey Reveals Public Fears About Nuclear Threats and Radon Exposure
A BfS survey (May-July 2024) of 2002 Germans shows 58% fear nuclear weapons use and 57% fear nuclear accidents, mainly due to the Ukraine war; 94% are unaware of radon risks, despite it being a leading cause of lung cancer; 22% worry about mobile phone radiation.
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36% Bias Score
Nicotine Pouches in France: Toxins, Deception, and Stalled Ban
A French study reveals alarming levels of arsenic and other toxins in widely available nicotine pouches, with nicotine levels far exceeding advertised amounts; a proposed ban is stalled.
Nicotine Pouches in France: Toxins, Deception, and Stalled Ban
A French study reveals alarming levels of arsenic and other toxins in widely available nicotine pouches, with nicotine levels far exceeding advertised amounts; a proposed ban is stalled.
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56% Bias Score
High Sugar Consumption in Germany Poses Significant Health Risks
Germany's 2023 sugar consumption, exceeding 86,000 tons of holiday sweets and pervasive in processed foods, contributes to an average annual intake of 33kg per person, increasing risks of diabetes, dementia, and cancer.
High Sugar Consumption in Germany Poses Significant Health Risks
Germany's 2023 sugar consumption, exceeding 86,000 tons of holiday sweets and pervasive in processed foods, contributes to an average annual intake of 33kg per person, increasing risks of diabetes, dementia, and cancer.
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52% Bias Score
400+ Chemicals in Plastics Linked to Breast Cancer, Disproportionately Affecting Young Women
Over 400 chemicals in common plastics are linked to breast cancer, disproportionately impacting young women due to widespread exposure from food packaging and personal care products; the study highlights the urgent need for stronger regulations and reduced plastic production.
400+ Chemicals in Plastics Linked to Breast Cancer, Disproportionately Affecting Young Women
Over 400 chemicals in common plastics are linked to breast cancer, disproportionately impacting young women due to widespread exposure from food packaging and personal care products; the study highlights the urgent need for stronger regulations and reduced plastic production.
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64% Bias Score
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