"Record Dengue Outbreak in the Americas and Caribbean: Over 12.6 Million Cases Reported"
"A record 12.6 million suspected dengue fever cases have been reported in the Americas and the Caribbean in 2024, nearly triple the 2023 number, resulting in over 7,700 deaths, linked to climate change and poor sanitation; Brazil reports over 10 million cases."
"Record Dengue Outbreak in the Americas and Caribbean: Over 12.6 Million Cases Reported"
"A record 12.6 million suspected dengue fever cases have been reported in the Americas and the Caribbean in 2024, nearly triple the 2023 number, resulting in over 7,700 deaths, linked to climate change and poor sanitation; Brazil reports over 10 million cases."
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28% Bias Score
Lula Undergoes Successful Brain Surgery
Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva successfully underwent brain surgery on December 5th, 2023, to drain a hematoma caused by a fall on October 19th. The surgery lasted approximately two hours, and he is expected to leave the hospital next week.
Lula Undergoes Successful Brain Surgery
Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva successfully underwent brain surgery on December 5th, 2023, to drain a hematoma caused by a fall on October 19th. The surgery lasted approximately two hours, and he is expected to leave the hospital next week.
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44% Bias Score
Ohio Supreme Court Overturns $650 Million Opioid Judgment
The Ohio Supreme Court overturned a $650 million judgment against CVS, Walgreens, and Walmart in an opioid lawsuit, ruling that state law prohibits counties from using public nuisance claims against pharmaceutical companies; this decision could impact similar cases nationwide.
Ohio Supreme Court Overturns $650 Million Opioid Judgment
The Ohio Supreme Court overturned a $650 million judgment against CVS, Walgreens, and Walmart in an opioid lawsuit, ruling that state law prohibits counties from using public nuisance claims against pharmaceutical companies; this decision could impact similar cases nationwide.
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36% Bias Score
Ohio Supreme Court Overturns $650 Million Opioid Judgment Against Pharmacies
The Ohio Supreme Court overturned a $650 million judgment against CVS, Walgreens, and Walmart in an opioid lawsuit brought by Lake and Trumbull counties, ruling that state law prohibits such public nuisance claims against pharmaceutical companies, potentially impacting similar cases nationwide.
Ohio Supreme Court Overturns $650 Million Opioid Judgment Against Pharmacies
The Ohio Supreme Court overturned a $650 million judgment against CVS, Walgreens, and Walmart in an opioid lawsuit brought by Lake and Trumbull counties, ruling that state law prohibits such public nuisance claims against pharmaceutical companies, potentially impacting similar cases nationwide.
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40% Bias Score
Mencap to Cut Services Due to Funding Crisis
Facing a £18 million annual cost increase due to National Insurance and minimum wage rises, Mencap, a leading UK charity supporting people with learning disabilities, may stop at least 60 services impacting 200 individuals and 400 employees.
Mencap to Cut Services Due to Funding Crisis
Facing a £18 million annual cost increase due to National Insurance and minimum wage rises, Mencap, a leading UK charity supporting people with learning disabilities, may stop at least 60 services impacting 200 individuals and 400 employees.
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36% Bias Score
Anticholinergic Bladder Drugs Linked to Increased Dementia Risk in UK Study
A new British study reveals a link between certain anticholinergic drugs for overactive bladders and an increased risk of dementia, affecting hundreds of thousands of patients; oxybutynin hydrochloride shows a 31% higher risk, while others show no link.
Anticholinergic Bladder Drugs Linked to Increased Dementia Risk in UK Study
A new British study reveals a link between certain anticholinergic drugs for overactive bladders and an increased risk of dementia, affecting hundreds of thousands of patients; oxybutynin hydrochloride shows a 31% higher risk, while others show no link.
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44% Bias Score
Americas Face Unprecedented Dengue Epidemic, 12.6 Million Suspected Cases
The Americas face their worst dengue fever epidemic since 1980, with nearly 12.6 million suspected cases—a three-fold increase from last year—and 7,700 deaths, mostly in Brazil, linked to climate change and inadequate sanitation.
Americas Face Unprecedented Dengue Epidemic, 12.6 Million Suspected Cases
The Americas face their worst dengue fever epidemic since 1980, with nearly 12.6 million suspected cases—a three-fold increase from last year—and 7,700 deaths, mostly in Brazil, linked to climate change and inadequate sanitation.
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24% Bias Score
UnitedHealthcare CEO Killing Suspect Documented Health Struggles Online
Luigi Mangione, charged with the murder of the UnitedHealthcare CEO, documented significant health issues—including back pain, brain fog, and irritable bowel syndrome—in online posts before ceasing communication with friends and family in spring 2024.
UnitedHealthcare CEO Killing Suspect Documented Health Struggles Online
Luigi Mangione, charged with the murder of the UnitedHealthcare CEO, documented significant health issues—including back pain, brain fog, and irritable bowel syndrome—in online posts before ceasing communication with friends and family in spring 2024.
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28% Bias Score
Ohio Supreme Court Overturns $650 Million Opioid Judgment
The Ohio Supreme Court overturned a $650 million judgment against CVS, Walgreens, and Walmart in an opioid lawsuit, ruling that state law prohibits counties from using public nuisance claims against pharmaceutical companies. This decision, based on the interpretation of Ohio Product Liability Act, c...
Ohio Supreme Court Overturns $650 Million Opioid Judgment
The Ohio Supreme Court overturned a $650 million judgment against CVS, Walgreens, and Walmart in an opioid lawsuit, ruling that state law prohibits counties from using public nuisance claims against pharmaceutical companies. This decision, based on the interpretation of Ohio Product Liability Act, c...
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40% Bias Score
Edinburgh Maternity Unit: Staff Shortages and Toxic Culture Lead to Patient Harm
A whistleblowing investigation at Edinburgh Royal Infirmary's maternity unit revealed 17 safety concerns, including staffing shortages causing treatment delays and inappropriately qualified staff, leading to adverse outcomes for mothers and babies. The report noted a 200% increase in staff sickness ...
Edinburgh Maternity Unit: Staff Shortages and Toxic Culture Lead to Patient Harm
A whistleblowing investigation at Edinburgh Royal Infirmary's maternity unit revealed 17 safety concerns, including staffing shortages causing treatment delays and inappropriately qualified staff, leading to adverse outcomes for mothers and babies. The report noted a 200% increase in staff sickness ...
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36% Bias Score
Birmingham to Open New Suicide Prevention Center for Men
James' Place, a charity providing free therapy to suicidal men, will open a new £2.5 million center in Birmingham next year, addressing the city's high suicide rate and socio-economic disparities affecting mental health.
Birmingham to Open New Suicide Prevention Center for Men
James' Place, a charity providing free therapy to suicidal men, will open a new £2.5 million center in Birmingham next year, addressing the city's high suicide rate and socio-economic disparities affecting mental health.
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44% Bias Score
Medical Misogyny Causes Years of Pain for Women in England
A damning UK parliamentary report reveals that medical misogyny and inadequate care are causing years of pain and suffering for women with reproductive conditions like endometriosis and adenomyosis in England, impacting their daily lives and highlighting systemic issues in healthcare.
Medical Misogyny Causes Years of Pain for Women in England
A damning UK parliamentary report reveals that medical misogyny and inadequate care are causing years of pain and suffering for women with reproductive conditions like endometriosis and adenomyosis in England, impacting their daily lives and highlighting systemic issues in healthcare.
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32% Bias Score