EPA Bans Cancer-Causing Chemicals TCE and Perc
The EPA banned TCE and perc, chemicals linked to cancer and other health problems, used in dry cleaning, carpet cleaning, and various industrial applications; this decision reverses a previous administration's action and faces potential reversal attempts, but will take four years to fully undo.
EPA Bans Cancer-Causing Chemicals TCE and Perc
The EPA banned TCE and perc, chemicals linked to cancer and other health problems, used in dry cleaning, carpet cleaning, and various industrial applications; this decision reverses a previous administration's action and faces potential reversal attempts, but will take four years to fully undo.
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44% Bias Score
UK Indefinitely Bans Puberty Blockers for Under-18s
The UK government has indefinitely banned puberty blockers for under-18s with gender dysphoria due to safety concerns raised by the Commission on Human Medicines and the Cass Review, impacting access to these treatments across the UK and prompting a future clinical trial.
UK Indefinitely Bans Puberty Blockers for Under-18s
The UK government has indefinitely banned puberty blockers for under-18s with gender dysphoria due to safety concerns raised by the Commission on Human Medicines and the Cass Review, impacting access to these treatments across the UK and prompting a future clinical trial.
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60% Bias Score
Jamie Foxx's Brain Bleed Highlights Rise in Young Adult Strokes
Actor Jamie Foxx publicly disclosed his recent recovery from a brain bleed, prompting discussion about the alarming rise of intracerebral hemorrhage strokes, particularly among younger adults, as indicated by an 11% increase from 2004 to 2018 according to a Houston Methodist Hospital study.
Jamie Foxx's Brain Bleed Highlights Rise in Young Adult Strokes
Actor Jamie Foxx publicly disclosed his recent recovery from a brain bleed, prompting discussion about the alarming rise of intracerebral hemorrhage strokes, particularly among younger adults, as indicated by an 11% increase from 2004 to 2018 according to a Houston Methodist Hospital study.
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36% Bias Score
EU Recommends Reducing Secondhand Smoke in Outdoor Spaces
The EU recommends reducing secondhand smoke exposure in outdoor public spaces like playgrounds and restaurants, but implementation is left to individual member states for the next 5 years, sparking debate over e-cigarettes and their role in smoking cessation.
EU Recommends Reducing Secondhand Smoke in Outdoor Spaces
The EU recommends reducing secondhand smoke exposure in outdoor public spaces like playgrounds and restaurants, but implementation is left to individual member states for the next 5 years, sparking debate over e-cigarettes and their role in smoking cessation.
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28% Bias Score
Threats Against Health Insurers Highlight Deep Public Anger
U.S. health insurance companies are facing intense public anger, culminating in online threats against executives following the killing of UnitedHealthcare's CEO; this follows years of criticism regarding access to care and affordability, despite the Affordable Care Act's attempts at reform.
Threats Against Health Insurers Highlight Deep Public Anger
U.S. health insurance companies are facing intense public anger, culminating in online threats against executives following the killing of UnitedHealthcare's CEO; this follows years of criticism regarding access to care and affordability, despite the Affordable Care Act's attempts at reform.
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52% Bias Score
8,3 % des enfants de 3 à 6 ans en France présentent une difficulté de santé mentale probable
Une étude de Santé publique France révèle que 8,3 % des enfants français de 3 à 6 ans scolarisés en maternelle présentent au moins une difficulté de santé mentale probable, impactant leur vie quotidienne, avec une prévalence plus élevée chez les garçons (11,3 %) que chez les filles (5,2 %), selon un...
8,3 % des enfants de 3 à 6 ans en France présentent une difficulté de santé mentale probable
Une étude de Santé publique France révèle que 8,3 % des enfants français de 3 à 6 ans scolarisés en maternelle présentent au moins une difficulté de santé mentale probable, impactant leur vie quotidienne, avec une prévalence plus élevée chez les garçons (11,3 %) que chez les filles (5,2 %), selon un...
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32% Bias Score
Cadence OTC tackles unintended pregnancies with dual approach
Cadence OTC, a public benefit corporation, aims to increase access to birth control by making a prescription birth control pill available over-the-counter and by distributing emergency contraception in underserved areas, addressing nearly 3 million unintended pregnancies annually in the US.
Cadence OTC tackles unintended pregnancies with dual approach
Cadence OTC, a public benefit corporation, aims to increase access to birth control by making a prescription birth control pill available over-the-counter and by distributing emergency contraception in underserved areas, addressing nearly 3 million unintended pregnancies annually in the US.
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52% Bias Score
Sanders Urges Ban on Junk Food Purchases Through SNAP Program
Arkansas Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders has requested the incoming Trump administration to ban junk food purchases using the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), citing its $25 billion contribution to health issues, and proposing a shift towards healthier options.
Sanders Urges Ban on Junk Food Purchases Through SNAP Program
Arkansas Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders has requested the incoming Trump administration to ban junk food purchases using the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), citing its $25 billion contribution to health issues, and proposing a shift towards healthier options.
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64% Bias Score
GLP-1 Weight Loss Drugs May Reduce Breast Cancer Treatment Efficacy
A study of hundreds of women with triple-negative breast cancer found that those taking GLP-1 weight-loss drugs like Ozempic and Wegovy had significantly lower remission rates (28% vs 63%) after treatment, suggesting interference with chemotherapy and immunotherapy effectiveness.
GLP-1 Weight Loss Drugs May Reduce Breast Cancer Treatment Efficacy
A study of hundreds of women with triple-negative breast cancer found that those taking GLP-1 weight-loss drugs like Ozempic and Wegovy had significantly lower remission rates (28% vs 63%) after treatment, suggesting interference with chemotherapy and immunotherapy effectiveness.
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52% Bias Score
Congenital Condition Highlights Healthcare Challenges, Inspires Future Teacher
Jesse, born with urethral valves causing kidney damage, faced conflicting medical advice and delayed dialysis until age 12; his mother's experience highlights systemic healthcare challenges while Jesse's aspirations to be a teacher show personal resilience.
Congenital Condition Highlights Healthcare Challenges, Inspires Future Teacher
Jesse, born with urethral valves causing kidney damage, faced conflicting medical advice and delayed dialysis until age 12; his mother's experience highlights systemic healthcare challenges while Jesse's aspirations to be a teacher show personal resilience.
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28% Bias Score
Insurance Stocks Fall Following CEO Murder Amid Industry Backlash
The murder of UnitedHealth Group's CEO, Brian Thompson, in New York City last week sparked a more than 6% decline in major insurance stocks, fueled by renewed public criticism of the industry's practices and profitability.
Insurance Stocks Fall Following CEO Murder Amid Industry Backlash
The murder of UnitedHealth Group's CEO, Brian Thompson, in New York City last week sparked a more than 6% decline in major insurance stocks, fueled by renewed public criticism of the industry's practices and profitability.
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52% Bias Score
NSW Labor MPs Push for Immediate Drug Policy Reforms
Four NSW Labor MPs, including a parliamentary secretary, are publicly pushing for immediate drug policy reforms, including pill testing, before a summit report next year, despite the Premier's skepticism, with non-profits offering to implement pilots this summer.
NSW Labor MPs Push for Immediate Drug Policy Reforms
Four NSW Labor MPs, including a parliamentary secretary, are publicly pushing for immediate drug policy reforms, including pill testing, before a summit report next year, despite the Premier's skepticism, with non-profits offering to implement pilots this summer.
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40% Bias Score