DOJ Sues CVS for Alleged Role in Opioid Crisis
The US Justice Department sued CVS, alleging the pharmacy chain unlawfully dispensed massive quantities of opioids and other controlled substances for over a decade, ignoring red flags and prioritizing speed over safety, contributing to the opioid crisis.
DOJ Sues CVS for Alleged Role in Opioid Crisis
The US Justice Department sued CVS, alleging the pharmacy chain unlawfully dispensed massive quantities of opioids and other controlled substances for over a decade, ignoring red flags and prioritizing speed over safety, contributing to the opioid crisis.
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56% Bias Score
Justice Department Sues CVS Over Alleged Illegal Opioid Prescriptions
The US Department of Justice sued CVS on Wednesday for allegedly filling illegal opioid prescriptions from 2013 to the present, violating the Controlled Substances Act, contributing to the opioid crisis, and resulting in patient deaths; CVS denies the allegations but had previously paid a large sett...
Justice Department Sues CVS Over Alleged Illegal Opioid Prescriptions
The US Department of Justice sued CVS on Wednesday for allegedly filling illegal opioid prescriptions from 2013 to the present, violating the Controlled Substances Act, contributing to the opioid crisis, and resulting in patient deaths; CVS denies the allegations but had previously paid a large sett...
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44% Bias Score
Northern Ireland Cervical Screening Program Faces Crisis After Medic Resignations
Two senior medics resigned from Northern Ireland's cervical screening program over concerns about the Public Health Agency's handling of issues, including the centralization of services at a facility without proper accreditation, potentially jeopardizing patient care and mirroring past failures high...
Northern Ireland Cervical Screening Program Faces Crisis After Medic Resignations
Two senior medics resigned from Northern Ireland's cervical screening program over concerns about the Public Health Agency's handling of issues, including the centralization of services at a facility without proper accreditation, potentially jeopardizing patient care and mirroring past failures high...
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52% Bias Score
Children's Heart Health Declines at Age 10, Increasing Adult Disease Risk
Research reveals that children's heart health begins deteriorating around age 10 due to poor lifestyle choices, increasing their risk of heart attacks and strokes as adults; the study involved over 1,500 children aged 3-16 in Massachusetts.
Children's Heart Health Declines at Age 10, Increasing Adult Disease Risk
Research reveals that children's heart health begins deteriorating around age 10 due to poor lifestyle choices, increasing their risk of heart attacks and strokes as adults; the study involved over 1,500 children aged 3-16 in Massachusetts.
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44% Bias Score
Food Additives Linked to Rise in Young-Onset Colon Cancer
Dr. Maria Abreu, president of the American Gastroenterological Association, links the rise in young-onset colon cancer cases in the US to food additives like high-fructose corn syrup and emulsifiers, which disrupt the gut microbiome and cause chronic inflammation, potentially leading to cancer.
Food Additives Linked to Rise in Young-Onset Colon Cancer
Dr. Maria Abreu, president of the American Gastroenterological Association, links the rise in young-onset colon cancer cases in the US to food additives like high-fructose corn syrup and emulsifiers, which disrupt the gut microbiome and cause chronic inflammation, potentially leading to cancer.
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40% Bias Score
First US Avian Flu Hospitalization Linked to Dairy Outbreak"
In the US, an ongoing avian flu outbreak in dairy cows resulted in the first hospitalization of a 65-year-old with severe respiratory symptoms in Louisiana. The patient's infection stemmed from backyard poultry, differing from previous cases linked to infected cows. This comes amid a national crisis...
First US Avian Flu Hospitalization Linked to Dairy Outbreak"
In the US, an ongoing avian flu outbreak in dairy cows resulted in the first hospitalization of a 65-year-old with severe respiratory symptoms in Louisiana. The patient's infection stemmed from backyard poultry, differing from previous cases linked to infected cows. This comes amid a national crisis...
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44% Bias Score
First Severe U.S. Bird Flu Case, California Declares Emergency Over Dairy Outbreak
A Louisiana resident over 65 with underlying health conditions is hospitalized in critical condition due to bird flu, marking the first severe U.S. case linked to backyard birds; California declares a state of emergency due to a widespread bird flu outbreak in dairy cattle, leading to a raw milk rec...
First Severe U.S. Bird Flu Case, California Declares Emergency Over Dairy Outbreak
A Louisiana resident over 65 with underlying health conditions is hospitalized in critical condition due to bird flu, marking the first severe U.S. case linked to backyard birds; California declares a state of emergency due to a widespread bird flu outbreak in dairy cattle, leading to a raw milk rec...
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40% Bias Score
European Cancer Survival Disparities Highlight Urgent Need for Improved Healthcare
In 2021, cancer caused 1.1 million deaths (21.6% of total deaths) in the European Union, with survival rates varying significantly by cancer type and country due to differences in diagnosis and treatment access. Data from 29 European countries (including 24 EU countries) shows disparities in cancer ...
European Cancer Survival Disparities Highlight Urgent Need for Improved Healthcare
In 2021, cancer caused 1.1 million deaths (21.6% of total deaths) in the European Union, with survival rates varying significantly by cancer type and country due to differences in diagnosis and treatment access. Data from 29 European countries (including 24 EU countries) shows disparities in cancer ...
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16% Bias Score
Ancient DNA Study Challenges Syphilis Origin Story
A new study using genetic analysis of 8,000-year-old South American skeletons suggests that syphilis originated in the Americas, challenging the 'Columbian hypothesis' and highlighting the disease's long history and adaptability.
Ancient DNA Study Challenges Syphilis Origin Story
A new study using genetic analysis of 8,000-year-old South American skeletons suggests that syphilis originated in the Americas, challenging the 'Columbian hypothesis' and highlighting the disease's long history and adaptability.
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36% Bias Score
Boston Scientific's Use of Unclaimed Bodies Sparks Ethical Debate and Policy Changes
Boston Scientific, a major medical technology company, used at least 25 unclaimed bodies for training purposes, prompting internal debate and policy changes after an NBC News investigation revealed the practice; the company has since severed ties with the provider and updated its policies to require...
Boston Scientific's Use of Unclaimed Bodies Sparks Ethical Debate and Policy Changes
Boston Scientific, a major medical technology company, used at least 25 unclaimed bodies for training purposes, prompting internal debate and policy changes after an NBC News investigation revealed the practice; the company has since severed ties with the provider and updated its policies to require...
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52% Bias Score
Syrian Doctors' Potential Return Threatens German Healthcare System
The potential return of thousands of Syrian doctors to Syria following Assad's possible downfall threatens to severely disrupt Germany's healthcare system, which relies heavily on these professionals to address its aging population and existing workforce shortages.
Syrian Doctors' Potential Return Threatens German Healthcare System
The potential return of thousands of Syrian doctors to Syria following Assad's possible downfall threatens to severely disrupt Germany's healthcare system, which relies heavily on these professionals to address its aging population and existing workforce shortages.
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44% Bias Score
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