Tag #Health

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Florida Cannabis Activists Resubmit Legalization Initiative for 2026 Ballot

Cannabis activists in Florida submitted a new recreational marijuana legalization initiative for the 2026 ballot, addressing criticisms of a similar measure that failed in November 2024 by prohibiting public consumption and child-attractive packaging, and including a provision allowing for potential...

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Reduced Inequality
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UnitedHealth 2024 Profits Down Despite Revenue Growth

UnitedHealth Group's 2024 net income totaled $14.4 billion, a five-year low, due to a costly cyberattack, rising medical expenses, and the death of a top executive, despite an 8% revenue increase to $400.3 billion.

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Misdiagnosis Delays Cancer Treatment for Two-Year-Old

Two-year-old Gracie McHugh from Halifax, West Yorkshire, was misdiagnosed with a virus before a devastating acute lymphoblastic leukaemia (ALL) diagnosis in January 2023; after intensive treatment and participation in a clinical trial, she is nearing the end of her treatment, but faces potential lon...

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theguardian.com
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Teen Dies from Alcohol Overdose at Family Christmas Lunch

A 16-year-old boy in Echuca, Australia, died from acute alcohol intoxication on December 25, 2022, after consuming excessive alcohol at a family Christmas lunch; the coroner criticized adults' failure to intervene and seek timely medical attention.

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32% Bias Score

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nytimes.com
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Barcelona's Martinez Out for Four Weeks with Hamstring Injury

Barcelona defender Inigo Martinez will be sidelined for four weeks due to a hamstring injury sustained during their 5-2 Super Cup win over Real Madrid; his absence affects seven upcoming matches, and may influence decisions about other players.

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36% Bias Score

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Unplanned Pregnancy Creates Crisis in Long-Term Relationship

In December 2020, Valérie unexpectedly discovered she was pregnant, leading to a major conflict with her partner, Matthieu, who initially refused to support the pregnancy due to overwhelming fatigue and resulting in Valérie having a medical abortion.

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52% Bias Score

Gender Equality
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US Bans Cancer-Linked Red Food Dye No. 3

The US FDA banned Red No. 3, a synthetic food dye linked to cancer in rats, effective January 2027 for food and 2028 for drugs, following a 2022 petition and mirroring California's October 2023 ban; manufacturers must reformulate products.

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44% Bias Score

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Fragmented Healthcare System in Italy: Inequity and Inefficiency

The decentralized Italian healthcare system, established in 2001, faces challenges due to regional fragmentation, leading to communication problems, duplicated tests, and inequitable access to care, with the most vulnerable populations being disproportionately affected.

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52% Bias Score

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Global Wellness Tourism Market to Hit \$1.35 Trillion by 2028

The global wellness tourism market is projected to reach \$1.35 trillion by 2028, driven by increasing demand for unique experiences, from traditional saunas to luxurious spa retreats and nature-based options, catering to both individual and corporate wellness needs.

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Hepatitis A Outbreak Linked to Albert Heijn Blueberries

Hundreds of people may have contracted hepatitis A from Albert Heijn frozen blueberries; twelve people fell ill and two were hospitalized, leading to a recall and at least one claim. The RIVM traced the source to likely poor hygiene during processing.

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36% Bias Score

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bbc.com
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Nesbitt: NI Healthcare Restructuring Only With Proven Patient Benefits

Northern Ireland's health minister, Mike Nesbitt, says he will only restructure healthcare if it improves patient outcomes, amid a crisis marked by long waits at emergency departments and increased deaths due to delays. This follows several recent high-level departures within the health service.

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Paralyzed Man Builds Celebrity Ice Cream Empire

Stephen Lanza, severely injured in a 1992 car crash, defied doctors' predictions by building a successful ice cream business catering to celebrity weddings worldwide, showcasing his resilience and positive attitude.

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24% Bias Score

Decent Work and Economic Growth