Dark Microglia's Toxic Lipid Production Implicated in Alzheimer's
A new study reveals that "dark microglia," a type of brain cell discovered in 2016, produces toxic lipids that damage neurons and contribute to Alzheimer's disease; inhibiting this mechanism in mice prevented neurodegeneration, suggesting a potential therapeutic target.
Dark Microglia's Toxic Lipid Production Implicated in Alzheimer's
A new study reveals that "dark microglia," a type of brain cell discovered in 2016, produces toxic lipids that damage neurons and contribute to Alzheimer's disease; inhibiting this mechanism in mice prevented neurodegeneration, suggesting a potential therapeutic target.
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24% Bias Score
U.S. Whooping Cough Cases Surge to 10-Year High
The U.S. is experiencing a whooping cough outbreak, with over 32,000 cases by mid-December 2024—a six-fold increase from 2023—due to waning vaccine immunity, lower vaccination rates, and improved testing. Infants are especially vulnerable.
U.S. Whooping Cough Cases Surge to 10-Year High
The U.S. is experiencing a whooping cough outbreak, with over 32,000 cases by mid-December 2024—a six-fold increase from 2023—due to waning vaccine immunity, lower vaccination rates, and improved testing. Infants are especially vulnerable.
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28% Bias Score
Eli Lilly Stock Soars on Obesity Drug Success
Eli Lilly's stock has risen 33.7% this year due to the success of its obesity drug Mounjaro, projected to generate \$5.1 billion in sales, exceeding initial forecasts by \$3.2 billion; the company is investing in manufacturing to meet demand and is awaiting FDA approval for expanded uses of its drug...
Eli Lilly Stock Soars on Obesity Drug Success
Eli Lilly's stock has risen 33.7% this year due to the success of its obesity drug Mounjaro, projected to generate \$5.1 billion in sales, exceeding initial forecasts by \$3.2 billion; the company is investing in manufacturing to meet demand and is awaiting FDA approval for expanded uses of its drug...
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48% Bias Score
Pharmaceutical Industry Faces 2025 Inflection Point Amidst Global Cost Pressures
Global pharmaceutical manufacturers face increasing pressure to lower drug prices in 2025 due to government regulations (e.g., the Inflation Reduction Act), payer consolidation, and consumer cost concerns; requiring manufacturers to prioritize long-term value, evidence-based decision-making, and str...
Pharmaceutical Industry Faces 2025 Inflection Point Amidst Global Cost Pressures
Global pharmaceutical manufacturers face increasing pressure to lower drug prices in 2025 due to government regulations (e.g., the Inflation Reduction Act), payer consolidation, and consumer cost concerns; requiring manufacturers to prioritize long-term value, evidence-based decision-making, and str...
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44% Bias Score
Respiratory Virus Surge in US Causes School Closures, Event Cancellations
As of December 14, 2024, over a dozen US states report "very high" or "high" respiratory virus activity (flu, RSV, COVID-19), causing school closures and event cancellations, and a sharp rise in hospitalizations and deaths, particularly among the elderly due to low vaccination rates (41%).
Respiratory Virus Surge in US Causes School Closures, Event Cancellations
As of December 14, 2024, over a dozen US states report "very high" or "high" respiratory virus activity (flu, RSV, COVID-19), causing school closures and event cancellations, and a sharp rise in hospitalizations and deaths, particularly among the elderly due to low vaccination rates (41%).
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32% Bias Score
Celine Dion's Triumphant Olympic Return After Stiff Person Syndrome Battle
Celine Dion, diagnosed with Stiff Person Syndrome (SPS), made a triumphant return to performing live at the Paris Olympics' opening ceremony in July 2024, singing "Hymne À L'Amour," after a three-year hiatus due to the disease, as documented in her recent documentary, "I Am: Celine Dion.
Celine Dion's Triumphant Olympic Return After Stiff Person Syndrome Battle
Celine Dion, diagnosed with Stiff Person Syndrome (SPS), made a triumphant return to performing live at the Paris Olympics' opening ceremony in July 2024, singing "Hymne À L'Amour," after a three-year hiatus due to the disease, as documented in her recent documentary, "I Am: Celine Dion.
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40% Bias Score
Brain's Control of Intestinal Fat Absorption Suggests New Obesity Treatments
Researchers in Shanghai discovered that the brain regulates intestinal fat absorption in mice by controlling the length of microvilli in the jejunum via the vagus nerve; inactivating the nerve's dorsal motor nucleus reduces fat absorption and weight, while activation increases it, suggesting potenti...
Brain's Control of Intestinal Fat Absorption Suggests New Obesity Treatments
Researchers in Shanghai discovered that the brain regulates intestinal fat absorption in mice by controlling the length of microvilli in the jejunum via the vagus nerve; inactivating the nerve's dorsal motor nucleus reduces fat absorption and weight, while activation increases it, suggesting potenti...
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36% 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
Audible Releases Self-Help Audiobooks to Combat Rising Mental Health Concerns
Audible's winter 2025 lineup includes self-help audiobooks by Mel Robbins ("The Let Them Theory," premiering December 24, 2024) and Gabrielle Bernstein ("Self Help," premiering December 31, 2024), offering practical mental health solutions amidst rising global rates of anxiety and depression, impact...
Audible Releases Self-Help Audiobooks to Combat Rising Mental Health Concerns
Audible's winter 2025 lineup includes self-help audiobooks by Mel Robbins ("The Let Them Theory," premiering December 24, 2024) and Gabrielle Bernstein ("Self Help," premiering December 31, 2024), offering practical mental health solutions amidst rising global rates of anxiety and depression, impact...
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56% Bias Score
Disconnect Between Corporate Wellbeing Initiatives and Actual Employee Wellbeing
A 2024 Deloitte study reveals a significant gap between executive and employee perceptions of wellbeing improvements, despite substantial corporate investments in wellness programs; this, coupled with Gallup research highlighting the substantial financial consequences of neglecting employee wellbein...
Disconnect Between Corporate Wellbeing Initiatives and Actual Employee Wellbeing
A 2024 Deloitte study reveals a significant gap between executive and employee perceptions of wellbeing improvements, despite substantial corporate investments in wellness programs; this, coupled with Gallup research highlighting the substantial financial consequences of neglecting employee wellbein...
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36% Bias Score
Philippines HIV Infections Surge Among Youth
The Philippines is experiencing a drastic 543% increase in new HIV infections between 2010 and 2023, with nearly half of 2024 infections affecting 15-24 year olds, mostly men who have sex with men (MSM), highlighting insufficient public awareness and access to prevention and testing.
Philippines HIV Infections Surge Among Youth
The Philippines is experiencing a drastic 543% increase in new HIV infections between 2010 and 2023, with nearly half of 2024 infections affecting 15-24 year olds, mostly men who have sex with men (MSM), highlighting insufficient public awareness and access to prevention and testing.
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32% Bias Score
Kyrgios's Comeback: Defying the Odds After Career-Threatening Injury
Following a career-threatening wrist injury and a unique surgical procedure, Australian tennis player Nick Kyrgios is aiming for a comeback at the Australian Open after 18 months of intense rehabilitation, defying multiple medical experts' predictions.
Kyrgios's Comeback: Defying the Odds After Career-Threatening Injury
Following a career-threatening wrist injury and a unique surgical procedure, Australian tennis player Nick Kyrgios is aiming for a comeback at the Australian Open after 18 months of intense rehabilitation, defying multiple medical experts' predictions.
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44% Bias Score