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Queensland Funds Private Hospitals to Tackle Surgery Backlog
Queensland's government has added \$100 million to the Surgery Connect program, bringing the total to \$200 million, to treat an additional 10,000 patients in the private sector by July, addressing a backlog of 66,632 patients awaiting elective surgery in the public system.
Queensland Funds Private Hospitals to Tackle Surgery Backlog
Queensland's government has added \$100 million to the Surgery Connect program, bringing the total to \$200 million, to treat an additional 10,000 patients in the private sector by July, addressing a backlog of 66,632 patients awaiting elective surgery in the public system.
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36% Bias Score
Omega-3 Supplements: Minor Impact on Biological Aging, Cardiovascular Benefits Unclear
A new study suggests omega-3 supplements may slow biological aging by three months over three years in people over 70, but this effect's relevance to health remains uncertain; previous research on cardiovascular benefits is inconclusive.
Omega-3 Supplements: Minor Impact on Biological Aging, Cardiovascular Benefits Unclear
A new study suggests omega-3 supplements may slow biological aging by three months over three years in people over 70, but this effect's relevance to health remains uncertain; previous research on cardiovascular benefits is inconclusive.
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24% Bias Score
Misaligned Menstrual Cup Causes Rare Kidney Problem
A Danish woman suffered temporary kidney problems due to a misaligned menstrual cup, highlighting the importance of correct size and insertion for safe usage, as reported in the British Medical Journal.
Misaligned Menstrual Cup Causes Rare Kidney Problem
A Danish woman suffered temporary kidney problems due to a misaligned menstrual cup, highlighting the importance of correct size and insertion for safe usage, as reported in the British Medical Journal.
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36% Bias Score
Trump's Executive Orders Purge Health Data, Hindering Research and Public Health
President Trump's executive orders led to the removal of vital health data from US health agency websites, hindering research, disproportionately harming marginalized communities, and potentially delaying responses to emerging health threats.
Trump's Executive Orders Purge Health Data, Hindering Research and Public Health
President Trump's executive orders led to the removal of vital health data from US health agency websites, hindering research, disproportionately harming marginalized communities, and potentially delaying responses to emerging health threats.
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76% Bias Score
5.2 Million Germans Couldn't Afford Adequate Heating in 2024
In 2024, 6.2% of German households (about 5.2 million people) reported insufficient heating due to financial reasons, a decrease from 2023 but still significantly higher than pre-energy crisis levels; regional disparities exist, with Bremen at 12.2% and the Oberpfalz at 1.4%.
5.2 Million Germans Couldn't Afford Adequate Heating in 2024
In 2024, 6.2% of German households (about 5.2 million people) reported insufficient heating due to financial reasons, a decrease from 2023 but still significantly higher than pre-energy crisis levels; regional disparities exist, with Bremen at 12.2% and the Oberpfalz at 1.4%.
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20% Bias Score
Coalition Senators Defy Dutton on Transgender Inquiry
Eighteen Coalition senators voted for Pauline Hanson's motion for a parliamentary inquiry into medical treatments for transgender children, defying Opposition Leader Peter Dutton's directive to avoid culture war issues; the motion was ultimately defeated, but highlights internal divisions and risks ...
Coalition Senators Defy Dutton on Transgender Inquiry
Eighteen Coalition senators voted for Pauline Hanson's motion for a parliamentary inquiry into medical treatments for transgender children, defying Opposition Leader Peter Dutton's directive to avoid culture war issues; the motion was ultimately defeated, but highlights internal divisions and risks ...
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76% Bias Score
Exercise, Not Cold-Water Swimming, Shows Correlation With Fewer Infections
Studies show no conclusive evidence that cold-water swimming boosts immunity, unlike moderate exercise which correlates with fewer viral infections; vitamin supplements show limited benefits except potentially for vitamin D in those deficient; maintaining a regular sleep schedule and reducing stress...
Exercise, Not Cold-Water Swimming, Shows Correlation With Fewer Infections
Studies show no conclusive evidence that cold-water swimming boosts immunity, unlike moderate exercise which correlates with fewer viral infections; vitamin supplements show limited benefits except potentially for vitamin D in those deficient; maintaining a regular sleep schedule and reducing stress...
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32% Bias Score
Whey Protein: Benefits, Types, and Recommended Usage for Muscle Growth
Whey protein, a supplement rich in amino acids, aids muscle growth by facilitating repair and synthesis after exercise; recommended intake is 1.4-2 grams of protein per kilogram of body weight, combining with strength training; various types exist with differing absorption rates.
Whey Protein: Benefits, Types, and Recommended Usage for Muscle Growth
Whey protein, a supplement rich in amino acids, aids muscle growth by facilitating repair and synthesis after exercise; recommended intake is 1.4-2 grams of protein per kilogram of body weight, combining with strength training; various types exist with differing absorption rates.
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44% Bias Score
US Funding Freeze Could Cause Massive HIV Surge
UNAIDS warns that a US funding freeze for global HIV/AIDS programs could lead to 8.7 million new HIV infections and 6.3 million AIDS-related deaths by 2029, reversing years of progress and causing widespread job losses among healthcare workers.
US Funding Freeze Could Cause Massive HIV Surge
UNAIDS warns that a US funding freeze for global HIV/AIDS programs could lead to 8.7 million new HIV infections and 6.3 million AIDS-related deaths by 2029, reversing years of progress and causing widespread job losses among healthcare workers.
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60% Bias Score
Measles Outbreak and Kennedy Nomination Raise Public Health Concerns
A measles outbreak in West Texas, with seven of ten cases hospitalized, highlights the resurgence of this highly contagious disease due to decreased vaccination rates and anti-vaccine sentiment, raising concerns about Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s nomination as HHS Secretary.
Measles Outbreak and Kennedy Nomination Raise Public Health Concerns
A measles outbreak in West Texas, with seven of ten cases hospitalized, highlights the resurgence of this highly contagious disease due to decreased vaccination rates and anti-vaccine sentiment, raising concerns about Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s nomination as HHS Secretary.
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56% Bias Score
Trump Tariffs Increase Healthcare Costs, but Impact Varies Across Sectors
President Trump's tariffs on China are expected to increase healthcare costs, particularly for generic drugs and medical devices, impacting 84% of consumers according to a Black Book Research survey, although the effect varies widely across the sector due to differing levels of reliance on Chinese i...
Trump Tariffs Increase Healthcare Costs, but Impact Varies Across Sectors
President Trump's tariffs on China are expected to increase healthcare costs, particularly for generic drugs and medical devices, impacting 84% of consumers according to a Black Book Research survey, although the effect varies widely across the sector due to differing levels of reliance on Chinese i...
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40% Bias Score
CSIF Sues Insurers Over Muface Healthcare Denials
The CSIF union filed a lawsuit against DKV, Adeslas, and Asisa for denying healthcare to hundreds of Muface members since October 2024, resulting in unmet medical needs and a planned strike on February 13th.
CSIF Sues Insurers Over Muface Healthcare Denials
The CSIF union filed a lawsuit against DKV, Adeslas, and Asisa for denying healthcare to hundreds of Muface members since October 2024, resulting in unmet medical needs and a planned strike on February 13th.
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48% Bias Score
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