Hospital Relocation Risks Newborns' Lives
A baby born with gastroschisis in Perth, Australia, underwent emergency surgery after birth due to the location of maternity services relative to the children's hospital, highlighting concerns over transport time and increased risk for newborns with complex conditions.
Hospital Relocation Risks Newborns' Lives
A baby born with gastroschisis in Perth, Australia, underwent emergency surgery after birth due to the location of maternity services relative to the children's hospital, highlighting concerns over transport time and increased risk for newborns with complex conditions.
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52% Bias Score
Ultra-Processed Food Regulation Fails: Systemic Change Needed
A study of 417 measures from 105 countries reveals that current regulations, focusing primarily on consumer behavior, have failed to curb the rise of ultra-processed foods, which comprise 70% of the average American diet and are linked to serious health problems; the authors call for systemic change...
Ultra-Processed Food Regulation Fails: Systemic Change Needed
A study of 417 measures from 105 countries reveals that current regulations, focusing primarily on consumer behavior, have failed to curb the rise of ultra-processed foods, which comprise 70% of the average American diet and are linked to serious health problems; the authors call for systemic change...
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44% Bias Score
Crippling Winter Storm Impacts 170 Million Across US
Over 170 million Americans face a severe winter storm bringing historic snowfall, freezing rain, and frigid temperatures to the South and Northeast, causing widespread travel disruptions, school closures, and potential water pipe damage; states of emergency declared in Louisiana and Texas.
Crippling Winter Storm Impacts 170 Million Across US
Over 170 million Americans face a severe winter storm bringing historic snowfall, freezing rain, and frigid temperatures to the South and Northeast, causing widespread travel disruptions, school closures, and potential water pipe damage; states of emergency declared in Louisiana and Texas.
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32% Bias Score
Aging Population Fuels Investment Opportunities in Healthcare, Senior Living, and Entertainment
The global population aged 65+ is projected to double by 2050, creating significant investment opportunities in healthcare, senior living, and entertainment as spending habits shift with age; Goldman Sachs highlights specific companies poised to benefit.
Aging Population Fuels Investment Opportunities in Healthcare, Senior Living, and Entertainment
The global population aged 65+ is projected to double by 2050, creating significant investment opportunities in healthcare, senior living, and entertainment as spending habits shift with age; Goldman Sachs highlights specific companies poised to benefit.
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44% Bias Score
UK-First Keyhole Surgery Successfully Removes Inoperable Brain Tumor
In a UK-first, surgeons at Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust used keyhole surgery through a patient's eye socket to remove a previously inoperable brain tumor from the cavernous sinus in February 2024, offering hope to patients with similar conditions.
UK-First Keyhole Surgery Successfully Removes Inoperable Brain Tumor
In a UK-first, surgeons at Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust used keyhole surgery through a patient's eye socket to remove a previously inoperable brain tumor from the cavernous sinus in February 2024, offering hope to patients with similar conditions.
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4% Bias Score
NHS to Trial Non-Invasive Brain-Computer Interface for Neurological and Psychiatric Disorders
The UK's NHS is funding a £6.5 million trial of a non-invasive brain-computer interface using ultrasound to treat neurological and psychiatric conditions; 30 patients with existing skull defects will test the device's safety and ability to improve mood and motivation.
NHS to Trial Non-Invasive Brain-Computer Interface for Neurological and Psychiatric Disorders
The UK's NHS is funding a £6.5 million trial of a non-invasive brain-computer interface using ultrasound to treat neurological and psychiatric conditions; 30 patients with existing skull defects will test the device's safety and ability to improve mood and motivation.
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40% Bias Score
Intramuscular Fat: A Novel Risk Factor for Heart Disease
A study of 669 individuals found that higher levels of intramuscular fat, irrespective of BMI, significantly increase the risk of heart attack and heart failure, highlighting a previously unrecognized risk factor for cardiovascular disease.
Intramuscular Fat: A Novel Risk Factor for Heart Disease
A study of 669 individuals found that higher levels of intramuscular fat, irrespective of BMI, significantly increase the risk of heart attack and heart failure, highlighting a previously unrecognized risk factor for cardiovascular disease.
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48% Bias Score
EU Bans Bisphenol A in Food Packaging
The European Union has banned Bisphenol A (BPA) in most food contact materials from January 20, 2025, due to potential health risks identified by the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA), impacting various products like reusable bottles, cans, and food packaging.
EU Bans Bisphenol A in Food Packaging
The European Union has banned Bisphenol A (BPA) in most food contact materials from January 20, 2025, due to potential health risks identified by the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA), impacting various products like reusable bottles, cans, and food packaging.
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40% Bias Score
Apple Watch to Gain Blood Pressure Monitoring in September
Apple is set to launch blood pressure monitoring on the Apple Watch Series 11 and Ultra 3 in September, using photoplethysmography (PPG) technology to detect hypertension, after years of development due to the complexity of accurate measurement.
Apple Watch to Gain Blood Pressure Monitoring in September
Apple is set to launch blood pressure monitoring on the Apple Watch Series 11 and Ultra 3 in September, using photoplethysmography (PPG) technology to detect hypertension, after years of development due to the complexity of accurate measurement.
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36% Bias Score
Cecile Richards, Planned Parenthood Leader, Dies at 67
Cecile Richards, former president of Planned Parenthood and daughter of Texas Governor Ann Richards, died Monday at age 67 from glioblastoma, leaving a significant void in the fight for reproductive rights.
Cecile Richards, Planned Parenthood Leader, Dies at 67
Cecile Richards, former president of Planned Parenthood and daughter of Texas Governor Ann Richards, died Monday at age 67 from glioblastoma, leaving a significant void in the fight for reproductive rights.
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44% Bias Score
Victorian Hospitals Fail to Document Patient Restraint and Seclusion Properly
A Victorian watchdog found that in 42 percent of reviewed cases involving patient restraint and seclusion, proper facilities and amenities were not documented, and 64 percent had authorization issues, highlighting systemic failures in mental healthcare.
Victorian Hospitals Fail to Document Patient Restraint and Seclusion Properly
A Victorian watchdog found that in 42 percent of reviewed cases involving patient restraint and seclusion, proper facilities and amenities were not documented, and 64 percent had authorization issues, highlighting systemic failures in mental healthcare.
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64% Bias Score
US 'Quad-demic' Strains Healthcare System
A "quad-demic" of flu, COVID-19, RSV, and norovirus has infected 15 million Americans and killed 30,000 this winter, straining the US healthcare system and prompting some hospitals to reinstate mask mandates and limit visitor hours.
US 'Quad-demic' Strains Healthcare System
A "quad-demic" of flu, COVID-19, RSV, and norovirus has infected 15 million Americans and killed 30,000 this winter, straining the US healthcare system and prompting some hospitals to reinstate mask mandates and limit visitor hours.
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40% Bias Score