Climate Change Fuels Spread of Mosquito-Borne Diseases in Europe
The rising number of locally acquired dengue cases in Europe, from 71 in 2022 to 130 in 2023, is directly linked to the expansion of Asian tiger mosquitoes, which thrive in warmer climates and milder winters, posing a growing public health risk.
Climate Change Fuels Spread of Mosquito-Borne Diseases in Europe
The rising number of locally acquired dengue cases in Europe, from 71 in 2022 to 130 in 2023, is directly linked to the expansion of Asian tiger mosquitoes, which thrive in warmer climates and milder winters, posing a growing public health risk.
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28% Bias Score
Havana Syndrome: Foreign Adversary Implicated, Intelligence Agencies Criticized
A declassified report suggests foreign adversaries may be behind Havana Syndrome, affecting 1,500+ US officials with neurological symptoms since 2016; the report criticizes US intelligence agencies for obstructing the investigation.
Havana Syndrome: Foreign Adversary Implicated, Intelligence Agencies Criticized
A declassified report suggests foreign adversaries may be behind Havana Syndrome, affecting 1,500+ US officials with neurological symptoms since 2016; the report criticizes US intelligence agencies for obstructing the investigation.
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56% Bias Score
UnitedHealthcare CEO Shot; Ammunition Bears Message Echoing Insurer Tactics
UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson was fatally shot; the ammunition contained the words "deny," "defend," and "depose," echoing the industry phrase "delay, deny, defend," used to describe tactics to avoid paying claims, sparking outrage over health insurance practices.
UnitedHealthcare CEO Shot; Ammunition Bears Message Echoing Insurer Tactics
UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson was fatally shot; the ammunition contained the words "deny," "defend," and "depose," echoing the industry phrase "delay, deny, defend," used to describe tactics to avoid paying claims, sparking outrage over health insurance practices.
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56% Bias Score
US Life Expectancy to Rise Minimally, Lagging Behind Other Nations
US life expectancy is projected to increase minimally to 80.4 years by 2050, lagging behind other high-income nations due to rising obesity, drug overdose deaths, and other health risks; this will drop the US to 66th globally in life expectancy rankings from 49th in 2022.
US Life Expectancy to Rise Minimally, Lagging Behind Other Nations
US life expectancy is projected to increase minimally to 80.4 years by 2050, lagging behind other high-income nations due to rising obesity, drug overdose deaths, and other health risks; this will drop the US to 66th globally in life expectancy rankings from 49th in 2022.
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56% Bias Score
US Life Expectancy to Increase Minimally by 2050, Lagging Behind Other Nations
A new study projects a small increase in US life expectancy to 80.4 years by 2050, lagging behind other high-income nations due to rising obesity, drug overdoses, and other health risks, highlighting the need for improved health policies.
US Life Expectancy to Increase Minimally by 2050, Lagging Behind Other Nations
A new study projects a small increase in US life expectancy to 80.4 years by 2050, lagging behind other high-income nations due to rising obesity, drug overdoses, and other health risks, highlighting the need for improved health policies.
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48% Bias Score
Drunk Driver Drags Child Half a Mile, Causing Leg Amputation
Nine-year-old Ashley Escalante from Ohio lost her leg after being hit by a drunk driver, Jeffrey Atkinson, who dragged her nearly half a mile in his Hummer on July in Dayton, Ohio; Atkinson's BAC was .34.
Drunk Driver Drags Child Half a Mile, Causing Leg Amputation
Nine-year-old Ashley Escalante from Ohio lost her leg after being hit by a drunk driver, Jeffrey Atkinson, who dragged her nearly half a mile in his Hummer on July in Dayton, Ohio; Atkinson's BAC was .34.
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52% Bias Score
Deadly Respiratory Illness Outbreak in Congo
At least 71 people, mostly teenagers, have died from a mystery respiratory illness in the Democratic Republic of Congo, prompting a response from the World Health Organization and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention; Hong Kong has implemented health checks for arrivals from the DRC.
Deadly Respiratory Illness Outbreak in Congo
At least 71 people, mostly teenagers, have died from a mystery respiratory illness in the Democratic Republic of Congo, prompting a response from the World Health Organization and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention; Hong Kong has implemented health checks for arrivals from the DRC.
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44% Bias Score
Anthem Reverses Policy Limiting Anesthesia Coverage After Backlash
Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield reversed a controversial policy that would have limited coverage for anesthesia services in Connecticut, New York, and Missouri, following widespread public outrage and intervention from state officials.
Anthem Reverses Policy Limiting Anesthesia Coverage After Backlash
Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield reversed a controversial policy that would have limited coverage for anesthesia services in Connecticut, New York, and Missouri, following widespread public outrage and intervention from state officials.
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56% Bias Score
58 Human Cases of H5N1 Avian Influenza Confirmed in the U.S., Raising Concerns of Mutation
The U.S. is experiencing an H5N1 avian influenza outbreak with 58 confirmed human cases primarily linked to contact with infected cattle; there's no evidence of human-to-human transmission, but concerns exist regarding potential mutation and the upcoming flu season.
58 Human Cases of H5N1 Avian Influenza Confirmed in the U.S., Raising Concerns of Mutation
The U.S. is experiencing an H5N1 avian influenza outbreak with 58 confirmed human cases primarily linked to contact with infected cattle; there's no evidence of human-to-human transmission, but concerns exist regarding potential mutation and the upcoming flu season.
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40% Bias Score
Delhi's Smog: A Missing Narrative in Indian Cinema
Despite the severe air pollution crisis in Delhi and other parts of India, the issue is largely absent from mainstream Bollywood films, unlike other natural disasters; however, documentaries and some independent films are starting to address the problem.
Delhi's Smog: A Missing Narrative in Indian Cinema
Despite the severe air pollution crisis in Delhi and other parts of India, the issue is largely absent from mainstream Bollywood films, unlike other natural disasters; however, documentaries and some independent films are starting to address the problem.
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28% Bias Score
AI-Powered Software Reduces Neonatal Deaths in Malawi
AI-enabled foetal monitoring software at Malawi's Area 25 health centre reduced stillbirths and neonatal deaths by 82% in three years, saving a baby's life in a recent case where a timely cesarean section was performed.
AI-Powered Software Reduces Neonatal Deaths in Malawi
AI-enabled foetal monitoring software at Malawi's Area 25 health centre reduced stillbirths and neonatal deaths by 82% in three years, saving a baby's life in a recent case where a timely cesarean section was performed.
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40% Bias Score
"UnitedHealthcare Executive Fatally Shot in Manhattan; Suspect Remains at Large"
"UnitedHealthcare executive Brian Thompson was fatally shot outside a Manhattan hotel on Wednesday morning; police are investigating leads suggesting the suspect traveled from Atlanta and left a message on the ammunition referencing industry practices."
"UnitedHealthcare Executive Fatally Shot in Manhattan; Suspect Remains at Large"
"UnitedHealthcare executive Brian Thompson was fatally shot outside a Manhattan hotel on Wednesday morning; police are investigating leads suggesting the suspect traveled from Atlanta and left a message on the ammunition referencing industry practices."
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36% Bias Score