ISS Study Shows Accelerated Brain Cell Maturation in Microgravity
An ISS study revealed that brain cells matured faster in microgravity than on Earth, exhibiting less stress and inflammation; this suggests microgravity could provide a unique model for studying neurodegenerative diseases.
ISS Study Shows Accelerated Brain Cell Maturation in Microgravity
An ISS study revealed that brain cells matured faster in microgravity than on Earth, exhibiting less stress and inflammation; this suggests microgravity could provide a unique model for studying neurodegenerative diseases.
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28% Bias Score
Whooping Cough Cases Surge Sixfold in U.S.
The U.S. is experiencing a significant whooping cough outbreak in 2024, with over 30,250 cases reported—a sharp increase from 2023 and pre-pandemic levels, impacting all ages but especially infants, and concentrated in the East North Central region.
Whooping Cough Cases Surge Sixfold in U.S.
The U.S. is experiencing a significant whooping cough outbreak in 2024, with over 30,250 cases reported—a sharp increase from 2023 and pre-pandemic levels, impacting all ages but especially infants, and concentrated in the East North Central region.
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44% Bias Score
Air Pollution Linked to Increased Mental Health Hospital Admissions in Scotland
A Scottish study of over 200,000 people found a link between long-term exposure to air pollution, specifically nitrogen dioxide, and increased hospital admissions for mental illnesses, prompting calls for stricter environmental regulations.
Air Pollution Linked to Increased Mental Health Hospital Admissions in Scotland
A Scottish study of over 200,000 people found a link between long-term exposure to air pollution, specifically nitrogen dioxide, and increased hospital admissions for mental illnesses, prompting calls for stricter environmental regulations.
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20% Bias Score
First U.S. Human Bird Flu Case Linked to Backyard Flock
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) confirmed the first case of severe bird flu in the U.S. linked to a backyard flock in Louisiana; the patient is hospitalized, and the source of exposure is under investigation.
First U.S. Human Bird Flu Case Linked to Backyard Flock
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) confirmed the first case of severe bird flu in the U.S. linked to a backyard flock in Louisiana; the patient is hospitalized, and the source of exposure is under investigation.
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36% Bias Score
Two Simple Questions Accurately Identify Alcohol Dependence
A 2014 University of Leicester study found that two simple questions accurately identify alcohol dependence in 87% of cases, targeting both binge drinking and alcohol use for stress relief; the study's findings have implications for early detection and treatment of alcohol-related disorders.
Two Simple Questions Accurately Identify Alcohol Dependence
A 2014 University of Leicester study found that two simple questions accurately identify alcohol dependence in 87% of cases, targeting both binge drinking and alcohol use for stress relief; the study's findings have implications for early detection and treatment of alcohol-related disorders.
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52% Bias Score
First Severe U.S. H5N1 Case Raises Pandemic Concerns
A Louisiana resident was hospitalized with a severe case of H5N1 bird flu, marking the first such instance in the U.S. The CDC reports 61 total human cases since April, raising pandemic concerns despite limited human-to-human transmission, and highlighting the importance of safe food handling practi...
First Severe U.S. H5N1 Case Raises Pandemic Concerns
A Louisiana resident was hospitalized with a severe case of H5N1 bird flu, marking the first such instance in the U.S. The CDC reports 61 total human cases since April, raising pandemic concerns despite limited human-to-human transmission, and highlighting the importance of safe food handling practi...
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52% Bias Score
NSW to Trial Pill Testing at Music Festivals
The NSW government will implement a 12-month pill-testing trial at approximately 12 music festivals starting early 2025, costing $1 million, aiming to reduce drug-related harm and deaths following years of advocacy and a recent drug summit recommendation.
NSW to Trial Pill Testing at Music Festivals
The NSW government will implement a 12-month pill-testing trial at approximately 12 music festivals starting early 2025, costing $1 million, aiming to reduce drug-related harm and deaths following years of advocacy and a recent drug summit recommendation.
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44% Bias Score
Kennedy's HHS Nomination Faces Senate Opposition
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is facing a divided Senate on his nomination to lead the Department of Health and Human Services, with senators raising concerns about his anti-vaccine stance and his attorney's efforts to revoke vaccine approvals; Tulsi Gabbard is also meeting with senators regarding her nomin...
Kennedy's HHS Nomination Faces Senate Opposition
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is facing a divided Senate on his nomination to lead the Department of Health and Human Services, with senators raising concerns about his anti-vaccine stance and his attorney's efforts to revoke vaccine approvals; Tulsi Gabbard is also meeting with senators regarding her nomin...
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52% Bias Score
Dow Jones Plunges Amid UnitedHealth Stock Crash
The Dow Jones Industrial Average fell 267 points on Tuesday, marking its longest losing streak since 1978, primarily due to a near 20% drop in UnitedHealth Group's stock following the death of its CEO, Brian Thompson, in New York City on December 4th. This resulted in over $110 billion in market val...
Dow Jones Plunges Amid UnitedHealth Stock Crash
The Dow Jones Industrial Average fell 267 points on Tuesday, marking its longest losing streak since 1978, primarily due to a near 20% drop in UnitedHealth Group's stock following the death of its CEO, Brian Thompson, in New York City on December 4th. This resulted in over $110 billion in market val...
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36% Bias Score
H5N1 Avian Influenza Outbreak in Baden-Württemberg
A dead stork in Appenweier, Germany, tested positive for the H5N1 avian influenza virus, prompting concerns about potential outbreaks. Two suspected cases emerged in a Forst animal park, potentially leading to culling of many animals, and preventive measures are being implemented to contain the spre...
H5N1 Avian Influenza Outbreak in Baden-Württemberg
A dead stork in Appenweier, Germany, tested positive for the H5N1 avian influenza virus, prompting concerns about potential outbreaks. Two suspected cases emerged in a Forst animal park, potentially leading to culling of many animals, and preventive measures are being implemented to contain the spre...
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40% Bias Score
Johnson & Johnson Targets Autoimmune Diseases with Novel Therapies
Johnson & Johnson, a leader in immunology, is researching treatments for over 80 autoimmune and alloantibody diseases affecting nearly 240 million globally, focusing on three segments with a targeted approach to lower pathogenic IgG antibodies while preserving overall immune function, addressing a c...
Johnson & Johnson Targets Autoimmune Diseases with Novel Therapies
Johnson & Johnson, a leader in immunology, is researching treatments for over 80 autoimmune and alloantibody diseases affecting nearly 240 million globally, focusing on three segments with a targeted approach to lower pathogenic IgG antibodies while preserving overall immune function, addressing a c...
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36% Bias Score
First Severe US Case of Avian Influenza
A Louisiana patient's hospitalization marks the first severe US case of avian influenza (H5N1) since April, linked to contact with infected birds, though the CDC maintains low public health risk.
First Severe US Case of Avian Influenza
A Louisiana patient's hospitalization marks the first severe US case of avian influenza (H5N1) since April, linked to contact with infected birds, though the CDC maintains low public health risk.
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36% Bias Score