Dm to Sell Pharmacy-Only Medications Online Amidst German Pharmacy Decline
German drugstore chain dm will start selling non-prescription, pharmacy-only medications online due to a decreasing number of pharmacies in Germany (17,041 in 2023, lowest since 1978), rising healthcare costs, and anticipated regulatory changes. Dm aims to improve access to affordable healthcare pro...
Dm to Sell Pharmacy-Only Medications Online Amidst German Pharmacy Decline
German drugstore chain dm will start selling non-prescription, pharmacy-only medications online due to a decreasing number of pharmacies in Germany (17,041 in 2023, lowest since 1978), rising healthcare costs, and anticipated regulatory changes. Dm aims to improve access to affordable healthcare pro...
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40% Bias Score
EU Commission President Hospitalized for Pneumonia, Transparency Concerns Raised
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen was hospitalized in Hannover, Germany, from January 2nd to 12th for severe pneumonia; the Commission initially downplayed the severity of her illness, leading to criticism and a breakdown of trust with journalists.
EU Commission President Hospitalized for Pneumonia, Transparency Concerns Raised
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen was hospitalized in Hannover, Germany, from January 2nd to 12th for severe pneumonia; the Commission initially downplayed the severity of her illness, leading to criticism and a breakdown of trust with journalists.
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60% Bias Score
Mecklenburg-Vorpommern Sickness Rate at Record High
Data from the Kaufmännische Krankenkasse (KKH) reveals Mecklenburg-Vorpommern has the highest sickness rate in Germany in 2024, with 230 sick leave reports per 100 members, a 60% increase since 2019, driven by factors including electronic reporting, increased respiratory infections, and mental healt...
Mecklenburg-Vorpommern Sickness Rate at Record High
Data from the Kaufmännische Krankenkasse (KKH) reveals Mecklenburg-Vorpommern has the highest sickness rate in Germany in 2024, with 230 sick leave reports per 100 members, a 60% increase since 2019, driven by factors including electronic reporting, increased respiratory infections, and mental healt...
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48% Bias Score
Von der Leyen's Hospitalization Sparks Transparency Concerns Within EU Commission
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen was hospitalized in Germany from January 2nd to 12th for severe pneumonia; the Commission initially downplayed the severity of her illness, leading to criticism for a lack of transparency and a breach of trust with journalists.
Von der Leyen's Hospitalization Sparks Transparency Concerns Within EU Commission
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen was hospitalized in Germany from January 2nd to 12th for severe pneumonia; the Commission initially downplayed the severity of her illness, leading to criticism for a lack of transparency and a breach of trust with journalists.
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56% Bias Score
LA Wildfires Cripple Healthcare System
Devastating wildfires in Los Angeles County have caused at least one medical clinic to burn down, forced the evacuation of over 700 nursing home residents, and severely strained hospitals due to staff shortages, power outages, road closures, and the need to prepare for potential evacuations.
LA Wildfires Cripple Healthcare System
Devastating wildfires in Los Angeles County have caused at least one medical clinic to burn down, forced the evacuation of over 700 nursing home residents, and severely strained hospitals due to staff shortages, power outages, road closures, and the need to prepare for potential evacuations.
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24% Bias Score
Record A&E Waits in England Reach 518,000 in 2024
English hospitals saw a record 518,000 patients wait 12+ hours in A&E in 2024 due to a bed shortage, causing avoidable harm and deaths, exceeding 2015's 1,306 by 400 times amid the worst flu season in a decade.
Record A&E Waits in England Reach 518,000 in 2024
English hospitals saw a record 518,000 patients wait 12+ hours in A&E in 2024 due to a bed shortage, causing avoidable harm and deaths, exceeding 2015's 1,306 by 400 times amid the worst flu season in a decade.
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56% Bias Score
Alicante Medical Students Gain Access to All Valencian Hospitals
Following a legal battle, medical students at the University of Alicante will now have access to internships at all public hospitals in the Valencian Community, marking a significant expansion of training opportunities and a shared training space across the five public universities.
Alicante Medical Students Gain Access to All Valencian Hospitals
Following a legal battle, medical students at the University of Alicante will now have access to internships at all public hospitals in the Valencian Community, marking a significant expansion of training opportunities and a shared training space across the five public universities.
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48% Bias Score
Avian Flu Causes Widespread US Egg Shortages, Prices Soar
Avian influenza killed 17.2 million egg-laying hens in November and December 2024, causing widespread egg shortages across the US and a 25% price increase in December alone, with the situation expected to last six to nine months.
Avian Flu Causes Widespread US Egg Shortages, Prices Soar
Avian influenza killed 17.2 million egg-laying hens in November and December 2024, causing widespread egg shortages across the US and a 25% price increase in December alone, with the situation expected to last six to nine months.
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28% Bias Score
EU President's Hospitalization Sparks Transparency Concerns
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen was hospitalized in Germany for over a week with severe pneumonia, a fact initially withheld from journalists, causing a controversy over transparency and eroding trust in the Commission's communication.
EU President's Hospitalization Sparks Transparency Concerns
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen was hospitalized in Germany for over a week with severe pneumonia, a fact initially withheld from journalists, causing a controversy over transparency and eroding trust in the Commission's communication.
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56% Bias Score
Smartwatch AFib Detection: Anxiety and Treatment Implications
A study found that while smartwatches can detect atrial fibrillation (AFib), they may also cause anxiety in some users, highlighting the need for careful consideration and communication with cardiologists. Researchers are exploring whether blood thinners should be prescribed only for a month after a...
Smartwatch AFib Detection: Anxiety and Treatment Implications
A study found that while smartwatches can detect atrial fibrillation (AFib), they may also cause anxiety in some users, highlighting the need for careful consideration and communication with cardiologists. Researchers are exploring whether blood thinners should be prescribed only for a month after a...
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36% Bias Score
Devastating Los Angeles Wildfires Claim 24 Lives, Thousands of Structures Damaged
Raging wildfires fueled by Santa Ana winds have devastated parts of Los Angeles, causing at least 24 deaths, destroying over 12,000 structures, burning over 37,316 acres, and displacing 105,000 people as of Sunday morning; strong winds are expected to persist through Wednesday.
Devastating Los Angeles Wildfires Claim 24 Lives, Thousands of Structures Damaged
Raging wildfires fueled by Santa Ana winds have devastated parts of Los Angeles, causing at least 24 deaths, destroying over 12,000 structures, burning over 37,316 acres, and displacing 105,000 people as of Sunday morning; strong winds are expected to persist through Wednesday.
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44% Bias Score
Newsom Faces Backlash Amid Devastating California Wildfires
Amid devastating wildfires forcing thousands from their homes in Los Angeles County, California Governor Gavin Newsom faced intense criticism for his handling of the crisis, with critics calling his media appearances evasive and deflecting responsibility, while others praised his counter-arguments t...
Newsom Faces Backlash Amid Devastating California Wildfires
Amid devastating wildfires forcing thousands from their homes in Los Angeles County, California Governor Gavin Newsom faced intense criticism for his handling of the crisis, with critics calling his media appearances evasive and deflecting responsibility, while others praised his counter-arguments t...
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56% Bias Score