China Sets Ambitious HIV/AIDS Prevention Goals for 2030
China's new plan aims to reduce its HIV prevalence rate to below 0.2% by 2030 by tackling high infection rates among men who have sex with men and covert transmission among heterosexual couples, focusing on increased public awareness, improved testing, and treatment access.
China Sets Ambitious HIV/AIDS Prevention Goals for 2030
China's new plan aims to reduce its HIV prevalence rate to below 0.2% by 2030 by tackling high infection rates among men who have sex with men and covert transmission among heterosexual couples, focusing on increased public awareness, improved testing, and treatment access.
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40% Bias Score
Heat-Related Deaths to Shift to Younger Populations by 2100
A new study published in Science Advances reveals that by 2100, heat-related deaths in Mexico could increase by 32% among those under 35, due to increased outdoor work exposure and higher activity levels; while deaths among older people would decrease. The study also shows lethal heat exposure level...
Heat-Related Deaths to Shift to Younger Populations by 2100
A new study published in Science Advances reveals that by 2100, heat-related deaths in Mexico could increase by 32% among those under 35, due to increased outdoor work exposure and higher activity levels; while deaths among older people would decrease. The study also shows lethal heat exposure level...
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32% Bias Score
"Botswana's CAT Epidemic: A Growing Threat to Youth"
"The affordable stimulant drug CAT (methcathinone) is causing a surge in addiction among Botswana's youth, leading to serious health issues and social problems, highlighting the urgent need for comprehensive intervention strategies."
"Botswana's CAT Epidemic: A Growing Threat to Youth"
"The affordable stimulant drug CAT (methcathinone) is causing a surge in addiction among Botswana's youth, leading to serious health issues and social problems, highlighting the urgent need for comprehensive intervention strategies."
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24% Bias Score
CNIO Crisis: Equipment Shortages, Mismanagement, and Funding Deficit Threaten Cancer Research
The Spanish National Cancer Research Center (CNIO) faces a severe crisis due to equipment malfunction, a €4.5 million deficit, and alleged mismanagement by its director, María Blasco, impacting research and threatening its future.
CNIO Crisis: Equipment Shortages, Mismanagement, and Funding Deficit Threaten Cancer Research
The Spanish National Cancer Research Center (CNIO) faces a severe crisis due to equipment malfunction, a €4.5 million deficit, and alleged mismanagement by its director, María Blasco, impacting research and threatening its future.
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48% Bias Score
Five Doctor Suicides Expose Kenya's Healthcare Crisis
Five Kenyan doctors have died by suicide in the past two months due to workplace stress, unpaid salaries, and lack of insurance, highlighting a systemic crisis in the healthcare system.
Five Doctor Suicides Expose Kenya's Healthcare Crisis
Five Kenyan doctors have died by suicide in the past two months due to workplace stress, unpaid salaries, and lack of insurance, highlighting a systemic crisis in the healthcare system.
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44% Bias Score
Breakthrough Antioxidant Offers Enhanced Radiation Protection
Scientists have discovered a highly effective antioxidant composed of manganese, phosphate, and a peptide, derived from the radiation-resistant bacterium Deinococcus radiodurans, offering potential for enhanced radiation protection in space travel and various Earth-based applications.
Breakthrough Antioxidant Offers Enhanced Radiation Protection
Scientists have discovered a highly effective antioxidant composed of manganese, phosphate, and a peptide, derived from the radiation-resistant bacterium Deinococcus radiodurans, offering potential for enhanced radiation protection in space travel and various Earth-based applications.
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4% Bias Score
"U.S. Life Expectancy Remains Low Amidst Multifaceted Systemic Issues"
"The recent killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson at age 50 has spotlighted America's lower-than-average life expectancy of 77.5 years, a figure that's impacted by various factors including poor diet, insufficient physical activity, child poverty, traffic fatalities, lax industry regulation...
"U.S. Life Expectancy Remains Low Amidst Multifaceted Systemic Issues"
"The recent killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson at age 50 has spotlighted America's lower-than-average life expectancy of 77.5 years, a figure that's impacted by various factors including poor diet, insufficient physical activity, child poverty, traffic fatalities, lax industry regulation...
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36% Bias Score
Slovenian Village's Wood Smoke Pollution Exceeds Legal Limits
A Slovenian village's air pollution levels, primarily from wood-burning stoves, exceeded legal limits on 34 out of 88 winter days, despite 70% of residents believing air quality was good. This highlights a significant public perception gap alongside the dangers of wood smoke, which researchers found...
Slovenian Village's Wood Smoke Pollution Exceeds Legal Limits
A Slovenian village's air pollution levels, primarily from wood-burning stoves, exceeded legal limits on 34 out of 88 winter days, despite 70% of residents believing air quality was good. This highlights a significant public perception gap alongside the dangers of wood smoke, which researchers found...
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28% Bias Score
"Long COVID in Spain: Unclear Prevalence, Urgent Need for Improved Care"
"In Spain, five years after the initial coronavirus outbreak, the exact number of long COVID sufferers remains unknown, due to the lack of a specific test. While estimates reach millions, the ongoing impact and the prevalence of chronic symptoms are not precisely known. The situation highlights the ...
"Long COVID in Spain: Unclear Prevalence, Urgent Need for Improved Care"
"In Spain, five years after the initial coronavirus outbreak, the exact number of long COVID sufferers remains unknown, due to the lack of a specific test. While estimates reach millions, the ongoing impact and the prevalence of chronic symptoms are not precisely known. The situation highlights the ...
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48% Bias Score
"Brain Rot" Named Oxford's 2024 Word of the Year
"Brain rot," Oxford University Press's 2024 word of the year, describes the mental fatigue from consuming excessive trivial online content; its selection reflects growing concerns about the impact of digital media on mental well-being, particularly among younger generations, and has led to legislati...
"Brain Rot" Named Oxford's 2024 Word of the Year
"Brain rot," Oxford University Press's 2024 word of the year, describes the mental fatigue from consuming excessive trivial online content; its selection reflects growing concerns about the impact of digital media on mental well-being, particularly among younger generations, and has led to legislati...
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56% Bias Score
UK Bans Puberty Blockers for Minors Amidst Growing European Concerns
The United Kingdom has banned puberty blockers for children under 18, joining other Western European nations restricting access amid concerns about long-term effects and insufficient evidence of efficacy; this follows a temporary ban and challenges the previously accepted "Dutch protocol."
UK Bans Puberty Blockers for Minors Amidst Growing European Concerns
The United Kingdom has banned puberty blockers for children under 18, joining other Western European nations restricting access amid concerns about long-term effects and insufficient evidence of efficacy; this follows a temporary ban and challenges the previously accepted "Dutch protocol."
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52% Bias Score
CEO Killing Fuels Outrage, Prompts Healthcare Reform Bill
The killing of United Healthcare CEO Brian Thompson sparked outrage over healthcare costs, leading to a $45,000 online fundraiser for the suspect and a bipartisan bill to break up large healthcare companies, mirroring the Occupy Wall Street movement.
CEO Killing Fuels Outrage, Prompts Healthcare Reform Bill
The killing of United Healthcare CEO Brian Thompson sparked outrage over healthcare costs, leading to a $45,000 online fundraiser for the suspect and a bipartisan bill to break up large healthcare companies, mirroring the Occupy Wall Street movement.
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48% Bias Score