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Hi-tech glasses offer lifeline for dementia and anxiety sufferers
Scientists have developed extended reality glasses that identify objects, guide users through tasks, and offer real-time reassurance, aiming to improve independence for dementia and anxiety sufferers.
Hi-tech glasses offer lifeline for dementia and anxiety sufferers
Scientists have developed extended reality glasses that identify objects, guide users through tasks, and offer real-time reassurance, aiming to improve independence for dementia and anxiety sufferers.
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44% Bias Score
NHS Waiting Lists Rise for Second Month
In July, England's NHS saw its waiting list for routine treatment reach a record high of 7.4 million, increasing for the second consecutive month and exceeding the previous month's total by 34,000, while also experiencing its busiest August ever in A&E and emergency ambulance calls.
NHS Waiting Lists Rise for Second Month
In July, England's NHS saw its waiting list for routine treatment reach a record high of 7.4 million, increasing for the second consecutive month and exceeding the previous month's total by 34,000, while also experiencing its busiest August ever in A&E and emergency ambulance calls.
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24% Bias Score
EHEC Outbreak in Mecklenburg-Vorpommern: 49 Cases, Source Still Unknown
Amidst an EHEC outbreak in Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Germany, authorities are investigating 49 cases, with 18 confirmed and 31 suspected, despite identifying the bacterial strain; the source remains unknown, prompting extensive questioning of affected families.
EHEC Outbreak in Mecklenburg-Vorpommern: 49 Cases, Source Still Unknown
Amidst an EHEC outbreak in Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Germany, authorities are investigating 49 cases, with 18 confirmed and 31 suspected, despite identifying the bacterial strain; the source remains unknown, prompting extensive questioning of affected families.
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16% Bias Score
Mexico Increases Tax on Sugary Drinks: A Health Measure or Revenue Generator?
Mexico, a world leader in soft drink consumption, increased its tax on sugary beverages in 2024, aiming to curb obesity and diabetes; however, the effectiveness of this measure as a health initiative versus a revenue-generating tool remains debated.
Mexico Increases Tax on Sugary Drinks: A Health Measure or Revenue Generator?
Mexico, a world leader in soft drink consumption, increased its tax on sugary beverages in 2024, aiming to curb obesity and diabetes; however, the effectiveness of this measure as a health initiative versus a revenue-generating tool remains debated.
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24% Bias Score
Munich Cafe Owner's Appeal Rejected Amidst Repeated Hygiene Violations
A Munich cafe owner's appeal against a fine for serving unfit food was rejected due to his absence from court, marked by a late-night sick note; the cafe faced 56 hygiene violations, including rodent infestation and unsanitary conditions.
Munich Cafe Owner's Appeal Rejected Amidst Repeated Hygiene Violations
A Munich cafe owner's appeal against a fine for serving unfit food was rejected due to his absence from court, marked by a late-night sick note; the cafe faced 56 hygiene violations, including rodent infestation and unsanitary conditions.
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4% Bias Score
US$100 Million Partnership to Revolutionize Women's Health Research
Melinda French Gates and Regina Dugan launch a US$100 million joint initiative to fund women's health research and development, addressing long-neglected conditions and aiming to close the gender health gap.
US$100 Million Partnership to Revolutionize Women's Health Research
Melinda French Gates and Regina Dugan launch a US$100 million joint initiative to fund women's health research and development, addressing long-neglected conditions and aiming to close the gender health gap.
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48% Bias Score
Italy Wins 41 Spots in Newsweek's World's Best Specialized Hospitals 2026
Newsweek, in collaboration with Statista, ranked Italian hospitals in 12 medical fields, with 41 Italian hospitals making the list, showcasing strength in the North, particularly Lombardy, and highlighting the Gemelli and Bambino Gesù hospitals in Rome.
Italy Wins 41 Spots in Newsweek's World's Best Specialized Hospitals 2026
Newsweek, in collaboration with Statista, ranked Italian hospitals in 12 medical fields, with 41 Italian hospitals making the list, showcasing strength in the North, particularly Lombardy, and highlighting the Gemelli and Bambino Gesù hospitals in Rome.
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24% Bias Score
Measles Outbreak Declared in Cairns After Bali Traveler Introduces Virus
A measles outbreak has been declared in Cairns, Australia, after a traveler who contracted measles in Bali infected others, prompting health officials to warn the public and urge vaccination.
Measles Outbreak Declared in Cairns After Bali Traveler Introduces Virus
A measles outbreak has been declared in Cairns, Australia, after a traveler who contracted measles in Bali infected others, prompting health officials to warn the public and urge vaccination.
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16% Bias Score
Over 50% of British Births Now Medically Assisted, Driven by Rising Caesarean Rates
A 2023 audit of NHS maternity care revealed that 50.6% of the 592,594 births involved medical intervention (caesareans, forceps, or ventouse), a significant increase driven by rising caesarean rates (from 25% in 2015-16 to 38.9% in 2023) due to factors like older mothers and increased obesity.
Over 50% of British Births Now Medically Assisted, Driven by Rising Caesarean Rates
A 2023 audit of NHS maternity care revealed that 50.6% of the 592,594 births involved medical intervention (caesareans, forceps, or ventouse), a significant increase driven by rising caesarean rates (from 25% in 2015-16 to 38.9% in 2023) due to factors like older mothers and increased obesity.
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24% Bias Score
France's August Heatwave Caused at Least 280 Excess Deaths
During France's second heatwave of 2024 (August 8-19), at least 280 more deaths than expected occurred, a 5% increase primarily affecting those 75 and older, according to Santé publique France.
France's August Heatwave Caused at Least 280 Excess Deaths
During France's second heatwave of 2024 (August 8-19), at least 280 more deaths than expected occurred, a 5% increase primarily affecting those 75 and older, according to Santé publique France.
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12% Bias Score
Childhood Obesity Surpasses Undernutrition Globally
For the first time, obesity surpasses underweight as the leading form of malnutrition among children and adolescents aged 5-19 globally, driven by increased consumption of ultra-processed foods, according to a new UNICEF report.
Childhood Obesity Surpasses Undernutrition Globally
For the first time, obesity surpasses underweight as the leading form of malnutrition among children and adolescents aged 5-19 globally, driven by increased consumption of ultra-processed foods, according to a new UNICEF report.
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28% Bias Score
Childhood Obesity Surpasses Underweight Globally
A UN report reveals that for the first time, more children worldwide are obese than underweight, driven by the rise of ultra-processed foods, impacting health and development.
Childhood Obesity Surpasses Underweight Globally
A UN report reveals that for the first time, more children worldwide are obese than underweight, driven by the rise of ultra-processed foods, impacting health and development.
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24% Bias Score
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