Shared Neoantigens in Endometrial Cancers Suggest Potential for Nous-209 Vaccine
An Italian study found that endometrial cancers with mismatch repair deficiency share many neoantigens with colon and stomach cancers, suggesting the potential use of the existing Nous-209 therapeutic vaccine; 80% of 35 patients showed at least one neoantigen present in Nous-209.
Shared Neoantigens in Endometrial Cancers Suggest Potential for Nous-209 Vaccine
An Italian study found that endometrial cancers with mismatch repair deficiency share many neoantigens with colon and stomach cancers, suggesting the potential use of the existing Nous-209 therapeutic vaccine; 80% of 35 patients showed at least one neoantigen present in Nous-209.
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20% Bias Score
Indiana University Health Pilot Program Addresses Patient Loneliness Through Faith-Based Connections
Indiana University Health's Congregational Care Network addresses patient loneliness and lack of purpose by connecting patients with faith group members for 12 weeks, improving well-being and satisfaction.
Indiana University Health Pilot Program Addresses Patient Loneliness Through Faith-Based Connections
Indiana University Health's Congregational Care Network addresses patient loneliness and lack of purpose by connecting patients with faith group members for 12 weeks, improving well-being and satisfaction.
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36% Bias Score
Petro Calls for Extraordinary Congress Sessions to Debate Colombia's Health Reform Amidst Austerity Measures
Colombian President Gustavo Petro announced extraordinary congressional sessions to debate the stalled health reform, aiming to eliminate EPS (healthcare providers) and address alleged misuse of public funds, despite significant opposition and the government's simultaneous implementation of an auste...
Petro Calls for Extraordinary Congress Sessions to Debate Colombia's Health Reform Amidst Austerity Measures
Colombian President Gustavo Petro announced extraordinary congressional sessions to debate the stalled health reform, aiming to eliminate EPS (healthcare providers) and address alleged misuse of public funds, despite significant opposition and the government's simultaneous implementation of an auste...
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56% Bias Score
Influenza Surge in Russia After New Year Holidays
Following Russia's New Year holidays, influenza and ARI cases surged 31.9% last week compared to the previous week, driven primarily by the A(H1N1)2009 virus, which often causes severe infections and pneumonia. While over half the population was vaccinated, those unvaccinated are at high risk.
Influenza Surge in Russia After New Year Holidays
Following Russia's New Year holidays, influenza and ARI cases surged 31.9% last week compared to the previous week, driven primarily by the A(H1N1)2009 virus, which often causes severe infections and pneumonia. While over half the population was vaccinated, those unvaccinated are at high risk.
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52% Bias Score
New Jersey to Stockpile Abortion Medication, Defying Potential Federal Restrictions
New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy announced Tuesday that his state will stockpile mifepristone, a medication used in abortions, to ensure access to reproductive healthcare, defying potential federal restrictions under the incoming Trump administration, joining similar efforts in Massachusetts and Cali...
New Jersey to Stockpile Abortion Medication, Defying Potential Federal Restrictions
New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy announced Tuesday that his state will stockpile mifepristone, a medication used in abortions, to ensure access to reproductive healthcare, defying potential federal restrictions under the incoming Trump administration, joining similar efforts in Massachusetts and Cali...
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40% Bias Score
Suspected Marburg Virus Outbreak in Tanzania: Eight Deaths Reported
Following a Marburg virus outbreak in Rwanda, nine suspected cases, resulting in eight deaths, have been reported in Tanzania's Kagera region; the WHO is investigating, currently assessing global risk as low, but national risk as high.
Suspected Marburg Virus Outbreak in Tanzania: Eight Deaths Reported
Following a Marburg virus outbreak in Rwanda, nine suspected cases, resulting in eight deaths, have been reported in Tanzania's Kagera region; the WHO is investigating, currently assessing global risk as low, but national risk as high.
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36% Bias Score
Flu Jab Extended to 50-64 Year Olds Amidst High Infection Rates in Northern Ireland
Northern Ireland's Public Health Agency (PHA) urges everyone eligible for a free flu jab to get vaccinated as the offer is extended to 50-64-year-olds due to high flu and respiratory infection rates stressing hospitals and emergency departments; uptake has been unusually low this year.
Flu Jab Extended to 50-64 Year Olds Amidst High Infection Rates in Northern Ireland
Northern Ireland's Public Health Agency (PHA) urges everyone eligible for a free flu jab to get vaccinated as the offer is extended to 50-64-year-olds due to high flu and respiratory infection rates stressing hospitals and emergency departments; uptake has been unusually low this year.
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52% Bias Score
Ontario Places 28 Internationally Trained Doctors in Underserved Areas
Ontario's Practice Ready program placed 28 internationally-trained family doctors in underserved areas, exceeding initial expectations despite a slower-than-projected start; the program aims to place 100 doctors by year's end, addressing a shortage impacting 2.5 million residents.
Ontario Places 28 Internationally Trained Doctors in Underserved Areas
Ontario's Practice Ready program placed 28 internationally-trained family doctors in underserved areas, exceeding initial expectations despite a slower-than-projected start; the program aims to place 100 doctors by year's end, addressing a shortage impacting 2.5 million residents.
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36% Bias Score
Record Number of Dutch Aldermen Resign Amidst Political Pressure and Burnout
In 2024, 225 Dutch aldermen resigned due to political distrust (94), personal reasons (44), health problems (38), or other factors (49), highlighting the immense pressure and challenges within local governance.
Record Number of Dutch Aldermen Resign Amidst Political Pressure and Burnout
In 2024, 225 Dutch aldermen resigned due to political distrust (94), personal reasons (44), health problems (38), or other factors (49), highlighting the immense pressure and challenges within local governance.
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52% Bias Score
575 Brand-Name Drug Prices Increase in Early 2025
On January 1st and 2nd, 2025, 575 brand-name drugs increased in price, including Ozempic and Paxlovid; the median increase was 4%, exceeding inflation and potentially impacting consumer costs depending on insurance coverage and formulary placement.
575 Brand-Name Drug Prices Increase in Early 2025
On January 1st and 2nd, 2025, 575 brand-name drugs increased in price, including Ozempic and Paxlovid; the median increase was 4%, exceeding inflation and potentially impacting consumer costs depending on insurance coverage and formulary placement.
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36% Bias Score
German Hospital Reform: Centralization Creates Access Benefits, Rural Challenges
Germany's hospital reform, effective 2025, centralizes specialized care, potentially increasing patient volume in major hospitals by 10% while posing challenges for rural areas and cross-border coordination; smaller hospitals face economic strain and potential closures.
German Hospital Reform: Centralization Creates Access Benefits, Rural Challenges
Germany's hospital reform, effective 2025, centralizes specialized care, potentially increasing patient volume in major hospitals by 10% while posing challenges for rural areas and cross-border coordination; smaller hospitals face economic strain and potential closures.
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48% Bias Score
Study: Menstrual Cycle Doesn't Dictate Women's Weight Training
New research refutes the idea that women should lift lighter weights or train less frequently than men due to menstruation; studies show minimal strength differences, with performance variations largely attributable to premenstrual symptoms; a personalized approach to training is recommended, consid...
Study: Menstrual Cycle Doesn't Dictate Women's Weight Training
New research refutes the idea that women should lift lighter weights or train less frequently than men due to menstruation; studies show minimal strength differences, with performance variations largely attributable to premenstrual symptoms; a personalized approach to training is recommended, consid...
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28% Bias Score