"NSW Delays PFAS Site Investigations, Raising Public Health Concerns"
"Fire and Rescue NSW has yet to investigate more than 500 of 600 sites flagged as potentially contaminated with PFAS, cancer-causing chemicals, despite many being near schools and daycares. Concerns over secrecy in regional water testing have also arisen."
"NSW Delays PFAS Site Investigations, Raising Public Health Concerns"
"Fire and Rescue NSW has yet to investigate more than 500 of 600 sites flagged as potentially contaminated with PFAS, cancer-causing chemicals, despite many being near schools and daycares. Concerns over secrecy in regional water testing have also arisen."
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48% Bias Score
Khanna Supports Medicare for All Amidst Debate Over Healthcare Costs
Following the killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, Rep. Ro Khanna voiced support for Medicare for All, citing Sen. Sanders' concerns about excessive administrative costs and lack of healthcare access for 85 million Americans, while also engaging with Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy on feder...
Khanna Supports Medicare for All Amidst Debate Over Healthcare Costs
Following the killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, Rep. Ro Khanna voiced support for Medicare for All, citing Sen. Sanders' concerns about excessive administrative costs and lack of healthcare access for 85 million Americans, while also engaging with Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy on feder...
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44% Bias Score
"H5N1 Outbreak in North America Sparks Global Concern"
"From March to early December 2024, H5N1 avian influenza infected 700 dairy herds, over 1200 poultry facilities, and at least 58 people in the US, prompting international concern and precautionary measures, including vaccine stockpiling."
"H5N1 Outbreak in North America Sparks Global Concern"
"From March to early December 2024, H5N1 avian influenza infected 700 dairy herds, over 1200 poultry facilities, and at least 58 people in the US, prompting international concern and precautionary measures, including vaccine stockpiling."
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40% Bias Score
Hospital Neglect Contributed to Baby's Preventable Death
A coroner's inquest found neglect and inadequate medical care contributed to the preventable death of six-day-old Hayden Nguyen at Chelsea and Westminster Hospital in 2016, after his parents spent £250,000 and seven years fighting for a second inquest.
Hospital Neglect Contributed to Baby's Preventable Death
A coroner's inquest found neglect and inadequate medical care contributed to the preventable death of six-day-old Hayden Nguyen at Chelsea and Westminster Hospital in 2016, after his parents spent £250,000 and seven years fighting for a second inquest.
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32% Bias Score
New Urine Test Detects Lung Cancer 'Zombie Cells'
British scientists created a new urine test to detect lung cancer earlier by identifying 'zombie cell' proteins; this non-invasive test, successful in mice, aims for human trials and could revolutionize early cancer detection.
New Urine Test Detects Lung Cancer 'Zombie Cells'
British scientists created a new urine test to detect lung cancer earlier by identifying 'zombie cell' proteins; this non-invasive test, successful in mice, aims for human trials and could revolutionize early cancer detection.
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8% Bias Score
"Federal Order Mandates Nationwide Milk Testing Amid Bird Flu Outbreak"
"A new federal order requires nationwide testing of the US milk supply for bird flu, following its detection in a Texas cow in March and spread to 710 dairy herds across 15 states; the order, beginning in six states, seeks to control the virus's spread and ensure safety."
"Federal Order Mandates Nationwide Milk Testing Amid Bird Flu Outbreak"
"A new federal order requires nationwide testing of the US milk supply for bird flu, following its detection in a Texas cow in March and spread to 710 dairy herds across 15 states; the order, beginning in six states, seeks to control the virus's spread and ensure safety."
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32% Bias Score
Binge Eating Disorder in Spain: Prevalence, Characteristics, and Treatment
Binge eating disorder (BED), affecting 2-3% of the Spanish population, is characterized by episodes of uncontrolled eating, lacking compensatory behaviors, and often stemming from societal pressure and restrictive diets.
Binge Eating Disorder in Spain: Prevalence, Characteristics, and Treatment
Binge eating disorder (BED), affecting 2-3% of the Spanish population, is characterized by episodes of uncontrolled eating, lacking compensatory behaviors, and often stemming from societal pressure and restrictive diets.
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40% Bias Score
"Funding Uncertainty Threatens Anonymous Medical Care Projects in Baden-Württemberg"
"Ten projects in Baden-Württemberg providing anonymous medical care to the uninsured face funding uncertainty after 2024; the future of these projects, which began in 2023, depends on the state budget, and an evaluation is planned for 2025 to determine their impact and effectiveness."
"Funding Uncertainty Threatens Anonymous Medical Care Projects in Baden-Württemberg"
"Ten projects in Baden-Württemberg providing anonymous medical care to the uninsured face funding uncertainty after 2024; the future of these projects, which began in 2023, depends on the state budget, and an evaluation is planned for 2025 to determine their impact and effectiveness."
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36% Bias Score
Melbourne Researchers Develop 350x Faster 3D Bioprinter
Researchers at the University of Melbourne have developed a new 3D bioprinting technique using acoustic waves to position cells, increasing printing speed by up to 350 times and improving cell survival rates, potentially revolutionizing cancer research and drug development.
Melbourne Researchers Develop 350x Faster 3D Bioprinter
Researchers at the University of Melbourne have developed a new 3D bioprinting technique using acoustic waves to position cells, increasing printing speed by up to 350 times and improving cell survival rates, potentially revolutionizing cancer research and drug development.
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36% Bias Score
USDA Mandates Nationwide Milk Testing for Bird Flu
The US Department of Agriculture (USDA) announced a nationwide testing program for bird flu in the milk supply, starting December 16th, to complement existing measures and rapidly identify infected herds amidst an outbreak affecting over 700 dairy herds and 57 people since April.
USDA Mandates Nationwide Milk Testing for Bird Flu
The US Department of Agriculture (USDA) announced a nationwide testing program for bird flu in the milk supply, starting December 16th, to complement existing measures and rapidly identify infected herds amidst an outbreak affecting over 700 dairy herds and 57 people since April.
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20% Bias Score
"Unexplained Illness in DRC: 394 Cases, 30 Deaths Prompt WHO Response"
"An unexplained illness in the DRC's Kwango province has caused 394 cases and 30 deaths since late October, prompting a WHO response team to investigate and provide support."
"Unexplained Illness in DRC: 394 Cases, 30 Deaths Prompt WHO Response"
"An unexplained illness in the DRC's Kwango province has caused 394 cases and 30 deaths since late October, prompting a WHO response team to investigate and provide support."
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12% Bias Score
Mexico Heat Study: Young Adults at Higher Risk Than Previously Thought
A study in Science Advances reveals that in Mexico, high heat and humidity kill far more young people (18-35) than older people (50+), contradicting previous assumptions; researchers are investigating causes, including occupational exposure and risk perception.
Mexico Heat Study: Young Adults at Higher Risk Than Previously Thought
A study in Science Advances reveals that in Mexico, high heat and humidity kill far more young people (18-35) than older people (50+), contradicting previous assumptions; researchers are investigating causes, including occupational exposure and risk perception.
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20% Bias Score