Record Stem Cell Donations in Netherlands, but Future Growth Uncertain
A record 285 Dutch citizens donated stem cells in 2023, aiding patients with leukemia; including German donations, the total reached 323, yet the annual donor increase lags behind the desired rate, raising concerns for the future.
Record Stem Cell Donations in Netherlands, but Future Growth Uncertain
A record 285 Dutch citizens donated stem cells in 2023, aiding patients with leukemia; including German donations, the total reached 323, yet the annual donor increase lags behind the desired rate, raising concerns for the future.
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36% Bias Score
Global Health Emergency: 42 Crises Affect 305 Million in 2025
In 2025, 42 health emergencies impacted 305 million people worldwide, stemming from conflicts (Ukraine, Israel-Palestine, Sudan, Syria, Afghanistan), climate change, and disease outbreaks (Haiti, Africa, Asia), disrupting healthcare and causing immense suffering.
Global Health Emergency: 42 Crises Affect 305 Million in 2025
In 2025, 42 health emergencies impacted 305 million people worldwide, stemming from conflicts (Ukraine, Israel-Palestine, Sudan, Syria, Afghanistan), climate change, and disease outbreaks (Haiti, Africa, Asia), disrupting healthcare and causing immense suffering.
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24% Bias Score
Microplastics Linked to Increased Cancer Risk
Recent studies reveal a strong correlation between ingesting microplastics—up to 5 grams weekly—and increased risks of colon, lung, and prostate cancers due to inflammation and cellular damage caused by these particles, challenging the WHO's 2019 assessment.
Microplastics Linked to Increased Cancer Risk
Recent studies reveal a strong correlation between ingesting microplastics—up to 5 grams weekly—and increased risks of colon, lung, and prostate cancers due to inflammation and cellular damage caused by these particles, challenging the WHO's 2019 assessment.
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56% Bias Score
Ultra-Processed Food Regulation Fails: Systemic Change Needed
A study of 417 measures from 105 countries reveals that current regulations, focusing primarily on consumer behavior, have failed to curb the rise of ultra-processed foods, which comprise 70% of the average American diet and are linked to serious health problems; the authors call for systemic change...
Ultra-Processed Food Regulation Fails: Systemic Change Needed
A study of 417 measures from 105 countries reveals that current regulations, focusing primarily on consumer behavior, have failed to curb the rise of ultra-processed foods, which comprise 70% of the average American diet and are linked to serious health problems; the authors call for systemic change...
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44% Bias Score
Kenya Seeks to Integrate African Traditional Medicine into Healthcare System
The National Traditional Health Practitioners Association in Kenya seeks to integrate African traditional medicine into the national healthcare system, learning from China's experience, to address widespread infectious diseases and strained healthcare resources, with up to 80% of the population alre...
Kenya Seeks to Integrate African Traditional Medicine into Healthcare System
The National Traditional Health Practitioners Association in Kenya seeks to integrate African traditional medicine into the national healthcare system, learning from China's experience, to address widespread infectious diseases and strained healthcare resources, with up to 80% of the population alre...
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40% Bias Score
UK's First Keyhole Brain Tumor Removal via Eye Socket
A UK nurse became the first person to have a meningioma brain tumor removed through a minimally invasive keyhole surgery performed through her eye socket in Leeds, offering a less risky alternative to traditional methods.
UK's First Keyhole Brain Tumor Removal via Eye Socket
A UK nurse became the first person to have a meningioma brain tumor removed through a minimally invasive keyhole surgery performed through her eye socket in Leeds, offering a less risky alternative to traditional methods.
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48% Bias Score
Mental Health of Dutch Young Adults: Half Report Poor Well-being
The 2024 Health Monitor Young Adults reveals that approximately half of Dutch 16-25 year-olds rate their mental health as poor to very poor, with those aged 21-25, living alone, or struggling financially most affected; however, slight improvements are seen compared to 2022.
Mental Health of Dutch Young Adults: Half Report Poor Well-being
The 2024 Health Monitor Young Adults reveals that approximately half of Dutch 16-25 year-olds rate their mental health as poor to very poor, with those aged 21-25, living alone, or struggling financially most affected; however, slight improvements are seen compared to 2022.
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44% Bias Score
Polar Vortex and Winter Storm Enzo to Cripple US with Life-Threatening Cold
A life-threatening polar vortex and Winter Storm Enzo will impact 235 million Americans from Monday to Wednesday, bringing temperatures as low as -50°F and heavy snow and ice to the Southern US, causing widespread disruptions and health risks.
Polar Vortex and Winter Storm Enzo to Cripple US with Life-Threatening Cold
A life-threatening polar vortex and Winter Storm Enzo will impact 235 million Americans from Monday to Wednesday, bringing temperatures as low as -50°F and heavy snow and ice to the Southern US, causing widespread disruptions and health risks.
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40% Bias Score
NSW Psychiatrist Exodus: Government's Plan Sparks Concerns
Facing a mass resignation of nearly one-third of its public psychiatrists, the NSW government plans to increase the roles of counselors and psychologists, despite warnings from the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists about potentially disastrous consequences for patient care.
NSW Psychiatrist Exodus: Government's Plan Sparks Concerns
Facing a mass resignation of nearly one-third of its public psychiatrists, the NSW government plans to increase the roles of counselors and psychologists, despite warnings from the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists about potentially disastrous consequences for patient care.
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48% Bias Score
UK-First Keyhole Surgery Successfully Removes Inoperable Brain Tumor
In a UK-first, surgeons at Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust used keyhole surgery through a patient's eye socket to remove a previously inoperable brain tumor from the cavernous sinus in February 2024, offering hope to patients with similar conditions.
UK-First Keyhole Surgery Successfully Removes Inoperable Brain Tumor
In a UK-first, surgeons at Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust used keyhole surgery through a patient's eye socket to remove a previously inoperable brain tumor from the cavernous sinus in February 2024, offering hope to patients with similar conditions.
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4% Bias Score
Kenya Seeks to Integrate Traditional African Medicine into Healthcare
The National Traditional Health Practitioners Association in Kenya is pushing for the integration of traditional African medicine into the formal healthcare system, seeking partnerships with China and collaboration with the University of Nairobi to validate traditional medicines; up to 80 percent of...
Kenya Seeks to Integrate Traditional African Medicine into Healthcare
The National Traditional Health Practitioners Association in Kenya is pushing for the integration of traditional African medicine into the formal healthcare system, seeking partnerships with China and collaboration with the University of Nairobi to validate traditional medicines; up to 80 percent of...
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36% Bias Score
NHS to Trial Non-Invasive Brain-Computer Interface for Neurological and Psychiatric Disorders
The UK's NHS is funding a £6.5 million trial of a non-invasive brain-computer interface using ultrasound to treat neurological and psychiatric conditions; 30 patients with existing skull defects will test the device's safety and ability to improve mood and motivation.
NHS to Trial Non-Invasive Brain-Computer Interface for Neurological and Psychiatric Disorders
The UK's NHS is funding a £6.5 million trial of a non-invasive brain-computer interface using ultrasound to treat neurological and psychiatric conditions; 30 patients with existing skull defects will test the device's safety and ability to improve mood and motivation.
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40% Bias Score