300 New Genetic Variants Linked to Depression Discovered in Global Study
A study of five million people across 29 countries identified 300 new genetic variants linked to depression, highlighting the complex genetic basis of the disorder and paving the way for improved treatments.
300 New Genetic Variants Linked to Depression Discovered in Global Study
A study of five million people across 29 countries identified 300 new genetic variants linked to depression, highlighting the complex genetic basis of the disorder and paving the way for improved treatments.
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32% Bias Score
Hypertension and Diabetes: Prevalence, Diagnosis, and Crucial Prevention
Hypertension affects nearly half of US adults, and diabetes impacts over 10%, significantly increasing cardiovascular risks; early diagnosis is vital due to the often asymptomatic nature of these conditions, necessitating preventative measures and treatment to reduce severe health consequences.
Hypertension and Diabetes: Prevalence, Diagnosis, and Crucial Prevention
Hypertension affects nearly half of US adults, and diabetes impacts over 10%, significantly increasing cardiovascular risks; early diagnosis is vital due to the often asymptomatic nature of these conditions, necessitating preventative measures and treatment to reduce severe health consequences.
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16% Bias Score
LA Wildfires: Immediate Toxic Hazards and Long-Term Mudslide Risks
The Los Angeles wildfires have destroyed thousands of homes, creating immediate toxic hazards from debris and raising the long-term risk of mudslides due to soil erosion; authorities warn residents to stay away until properties are assessed and cleaned by professionals.
LA Wildfires: Immediate Toxic Hazards and Long-Term Mudslide Risks
The Los Angeles wildfires have destroyed thousands of homes, creating immediate toxic hazards from debris and raising the long-term risk of mudslides due to soil erosion; authorities warn residents to stay away until properties are assessed and cleaned by professionals.
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24% Bias Score
Childhood Obesity Linked to Increased Relapse and Death Risk in Pediatric Cancer
A Canadian study of over 11,000 pediatric cancer patients (ages 2-19) revealed that obese children had a 16% higher relapse risk and a 29% higher death risk within five years, emphasizing the urgent need to address childhood obesity due to its significant impact on cancer outcomes.
Childhood Obesity Linked to Increased Relapse and Death Risk in Pediatric Cancer
A Canadian study of over 11,000 pediatric cancer patients (ages 2-19) revealed that obese children had a 16% higher relapse risk and a 29% higher death risk within five years, emphasizing the urgent need to address childhood obesity due to its significant impact on cancer outcomes.
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20% Bias Score
German Foot-and-Mouth Disease Outbreak Causes €1 Billion in Losses
A foot-and-mouth disease outbreak in Germany, originating from a virus type traced to Asia, has led to the culling of thousands of animals across affected farms in Brandenburg and resulted in an estimated €1 billion loss for the agricultural sector due to import bans imposed by countries outside the...
German Foot-and-Mouth Disease Outbreak Causes €1 Billion in Losses
A foot-and-mouth disease outbreak in Germany, originating from a virus type traced to Asia, has led to the culling of thousands of animals across affected farms in Brandenburg and resulted in an estimated €1 billion loss for the agricultural sector due to import bans imposed by countries outside the...
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48% Bias Score
Hainan Boosts International Medical Tourism with New Products
Hainan's Boao Lecheng launched eight international medical tourism products on December 23rd, attracting Indonesia's first tourist group and representatives from Southeast Asia, aiming to boost the island's medical tourism sector, leveraging its free trade port advantages and unique medical zone pol...
Hainan Boosts International Medical Tourism with New Products
Hainan's Boao Lecheng launched eight international medical tourism products on December 23rd, attracting Indonesia's first tourist group and representatives from Southeast Asia, aiming to boost the island's medical tourism sector, leveraging its free trade port advantages and unique medical zone pol...
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48% Bias Score
Russian Soldier Presumed Dead Found Alive With Amnesia
After a 50-day period of uncertainty, a Russian soldier from Zabaykalsky Krai, presumed dead after a head injury in November 2024, was found alive in a St. Petersburg hospital with amnesia; his family located him with help from a volunteer network following conflicting reports from military official...
Russian Soldier Presumed Dead Found Alive With Amnesia
After a 50-day period of uncertainty, a Russian soldier from Zabaykalsky Krai, presumed dead after a head injury in November 2024, was found alive in a St. Petersburg hospital with amnesia; his family located him with help from a volunteer network following conflicting reports from military official...
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32% Bias Score
Medicare to Negotiate Prices for Ozempic, Wegovy, and 13 Other Drugs
Medicare will negotiate prices for Ozempic, Wegovy, and 13 other drugs, impacting 5.3 million Part D users and $41 billion in drug costs, with negotiated prices effective in 2027.
Medicare to Negotiate Prices for Ozempic, Wegovy, and 13 Other Drugs
Medicare will negotiate prices for Ozempic, Wegovy, and 13 other drugs, impacting 5.3 million Part D users and $41 billion in drug costs, with negotiated prices effective in 2027.
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32% Bias Score
UK Hospital Building Program Delayed Until 2040s
The UK government's plan to build 40 new hospitals by 2030 will see at least 20 projects delayed until after 2040 due to funding issues, leaving patients and staff in deteriorating hospitals.
UK Hospital Building Program Delayed Until 2040s
The UK government's plan to build 40 new hospitals by 2030 will see at least 20 projects delayed until after 2040 due to funding issues, leaving patients and staff in deteriorating hospitals.
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52% Bias Score
200+ Surgery Deaths Investigated in Sussex NHS Trust
Sussex Police are investigating over 200 cases of death or injury following surgery at University Hospitals Sussex NHS Trust, prompted by whistleblowers alleging negligence, cost-cutting, and insufficiently trained staff; the investigation, launched in 2023, has doubled in size since its inception, ...
200+ Surgery Deaths Investigated in Sussex NHS Trust
Sussex Police are investigating over 200 cases of death or injury following surgery at University Hospitals Sussex NHS Trust, prompted by whistleblowers alleging negligence, cost-cutting, and insufficiently trained staff; the investigation, launched in 2023, has doubled in size since its inception, ...
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36% Bias Score
Foot-and-Mouth Disease Outbreak in Germany: A Consequence of Policy Choices
Germany faces a foot-and-mouth disease outbreak after 35 years, linked to the cessation of mandatory vaccination in the 1990s due to US trade policies, highlighting risks associated with prioritizing economic interests over preventative measures, as detailed in the new "Critical Agriculture Report".
Foot-and-Mouth Disease Outbreak in Germany: A Consequence of Policy Choices
Germany faces a foot-and-mouth disease outbreak after 35 years, linked to the cessation of mandatory vaccination in the 1990s due to US trade policies, highlighting risks associated with prioritizing economic interests over preventative measures, as detailed in the new "Critical Agriculture Report".
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44% Bias Score
FDA Authorizes Nicotine Pouches, Sparking Debate on Youth Appeal
The FDA approved Philip Morris International's Zyn nicotine pouches, the first such authorization, aiming to aid adult smokers in quitting cigarettes; however, concerns remain about youth appeal.
FDA Authorizes Nicotine Pouches, Sparking Debate on Youth Appeal
The FDA approved Philip Morris International's Zyn nicotine pouches, the first such authorization, aiming to aid adult smokers in quitting cigarettes; however, concerns remain about youth appeal.
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40% Bias Score