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Childhood Obesity Crisis in England: Deprivation, Co-morbidities, and High BMIs
A study of almost 4,800 children referred to English NHS obesity clinics since 2021 found over 40% were from deprived areas, many had neurodevelopmental conditions or other health issues, and some had BMIs exceeding 50, highlighting the need for comprehensive interventions.
Childhood Obesity Crisis in England: Deprivation, Co-morbidities, and High BMIs
A study of almost 4,800 children referred to English NHS obesity clinics since 2021 found over 40% were from deprived areas, many had neurodevelopmental conditions or other health issues, and some had BMIs exceeding 50, highlighting the need for comprehensive interventions.
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40% Bias Score
SPAR Recalls Chicken Products After Listeria Contamination
SPAR is recalling three cooked chicken products (150g and 300g packs) due to Listeria monocytogenes contamination (batch code 5126, use-by date May 21, 2025), prompting a full refund for customers and raising concerns about the recent increase in listeriosis cases in England and Wales.
SPAR Recalls Chicken Products After Listeria Contamination
SPAR is recalling three cooked chicken products (150g and 300g packs) due to Listeria monocytogenes contamination (batch code 5126, use-by date May 21, 2025), prompting a full refund for customers and raising concerns about the recent increase in listeriosis cases in England and Wales.
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48% Bias Score
House Republicans Propose $715 Billion in Medicaid Cuts
The House Republican bill proposes $715 billion in Medicaid cuts through stricter eligibility, work requirements, and provider screenings, potentially affecting 8.6 million by 2034 and causing intraparty conflict.
House Republicans Propose $715 Billion in Medicaid Cuts
The House Republican bill proposes $715 billion in Medicaid cuts through stricter eligibility, work requirements, and provider screenings, potentially affecting 8.6 million by 2034 and causing intraparty conflict.
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56% Bias Score
German Skin Cancer Hospitalizations Surge 88 Percent in Two Decades
Hospitalizations for skin cancer in Germany increased from 62,000 in 2003 to 116,900 in 2023, primarily due to an aging population and improved detection, with non-melanoma skin cancer cases more than doubling and melanoma cases rising by 27 percent.
German Skin Cancer Hospitalizations Surge 88 Percent in Two Decades
Hospitalizations for skin cancer in Germany increased from 62,000 in 2003 to 116,900 in 2023, primarily due to an aging population and improved detection, with non-melanoma skin cancer cases more than doubling and melanoma cases rising by 27 percent.
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20% Bias Score
Hospital Interviews and Investigation Following Fatal Mushroom Lunch
Following a fatal mushroom lunch, health officials interviewed accused Erin Patterson in hospital, investigating a potential public health risk; three guests died from poisoning, while one survived. The investigation included analysis of food and interviews with experts.
Hospital Interviews and Investigation Following Fatal Mushroom Lunch
Following a fatal mushroom lunch, health officials interviewed accused Erin Patterson in hospital, investigating a potential public health risk; three guests died from poisoning, while one survived. The investigation included analysis of food and interviews with experts.
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36% Bias Score
Optiscan and Mayo Clinic Partner on Robotic Surgery Imaging System
Optiscan and the Mayo Clinic are collaborating on a robotic surgery imaging system using digital laser technology, aiming for completion within 12 months to improve real-time imaging during breast cancer surgeries, resulting in more accurate diagnoses and streamlined procedures.
Optiscan and Mayo Clinic Partner on Robotic Surgery Imaging System
Optiscan and the Mayo Clinic are collaborating on a robotic surgery imaging system using digital laser technology, aiming for completion within 12 months to improve real-time imaging during breast cancer surgeries, resulting in more accurate diagnoses and streamlined procedures.
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44% Bias Score
AI Improves Patient Care and Reduces Doctor Workload at UK Health Center
Doctors at Hull's Jean Bishop Integrated Care Centre are using AI to improve patient care by reducing administrative tasks, allowing for more focused consultations and potentially preventing staff burnout; 81-year-old patient David reported a positive experience with the system, highlighting its abi...
AI Improves Patient Care and Reduces Doctor Workload at UK Health Center
Doctors at Hull's Jean Bishop Integrated Care Centre are using AI to improve patient care by reducing administrative tasks, allowing for more focused consultations and potentially preventing staff burnout; 81-year-old patient David reported a positive experience with the system, highlighting its abi...
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44% Bias Score
Proposed U.S. Budget Cuts Threaten Addiction Treatment Progress
Over 300 addiction experts warned Congress that proposed U.S. budget cuts totaling billions of dollars risk reversing a 26 percent drop in fatal overdoses in 2024, achieved through increased funding, and disproportionately harming vulnerable communities.
Proposed U.S. Budget Cuts Threaten Addiction Treatment Progress
Over 300 addiction experts warned Congress that proposed U.S. budget cuts totaling billions of dollars risk reversing a 26 percent drop in fatal overdoses in 2024, achieved through increased funding, and disproportionately harming vulnerable communities.
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56% Bias Score
Losartan Shows Promise for Butterfly Skin, but Funding for Clinical Trial Remains a Challenge
Losartan, a hypertension drug, shows promise in treating epidermolysis bullosa (butterfly skin) lesions, but a €5-10 million clinical trial is needed for EMA approval, highlighting challenges in repurposing drugs for rare diseases.
Losartan Shows Promise for Butterfly Skin, but Funding for Clinical Trial Remains a Challenge
Losartan, a hypertension drug, shows promise in treating epidermolysis bullosa (butterfly skin) lesions, but a €5-10 million clinical trial is needed for EMA approval, highlighting challenges in repurposing drugs for rare diseases.
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36% Bias Score
Trump Executive Order Targets High US Prescription Drug Prices
President Trump signed an executive order on Monday aiming to slash US prescription drug prices by up to 90 percent, blaming foreign countries for the price disparity while the pharmaceutical industry and Senator Sanders disagree on the root cause.
Trump Executive Order Targets High US Prescription Drug Prices
President Trump signed an executive order on Monday aiming to slash US prescription drug prices by up to 90 percent, blaming foreign countries for the price disparity while the pharmaceutical industry and Senator Sanders disagree on the root cause.
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56% Bias Score
US Funding Cuts Jeopardize HIV Treatment in War-Torn Ukraine
President Trump's January cuts to USAID funding in Ukraine, later partially reversed for 90 days, threaten to halt HIV treatment for over 116,000 people by November due to expiring drug supplies and funding uncertainty for NGOs and government programs.
US Funding Cuts Jeopardize HIV Treatment in War-Torn Ukraine
President Trump's January cuts to USAID funding in Ukraine, later partially reversed for 90 days, threaten to halt HIV treatment for over 116,000 people by November due to expiring drug supplies and funding uncertainty for NGOs and government programs.
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40% Bias Score
France Debates Assisted Suicide Amidst Palliative Care Crisis
French MPs are debating two bills: one to improve palliative care, the other to legalize assisted suicide under strict conditions for terminally ill adults capable of expressing their wish to die, sparking intense political debate and protests due to concerns over palliative care deficiencies affect...
France Debates Assisted Suicide Amidst Palliative Care Crisis
French MPs are debating two bills: one to improve palliative care, the other to legalize assisted suicide under strict conditions for terminally ill adults capable of expressing their wish to die, sparking intense political debate and protests due to concerns over palliative care deficiencies affect...
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48% Bias Score
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