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Crowdfunded 'Flower' Speculum Aims to Revolutionize Gynecological Exams
Researchers at TU Delft created a flower-shaped speculum, a less painful alternative to the traditional device used in gynecological exams; a crowdfunding campaign exceeding its 100,000 euro goal aims to fund medical prototypes for testing before broader market release, anticipated within five years...
Crowdfunded 'Flower' Speculum Aims to Revolutionize Gynecological Exams
Researchers at TU Delft created a flower-shaped speculum, a less painful alternative to the traditional device used in gynecological exams; a crowdfunding campaign exceeding its 100,000 euro goal aims to fund medical prototypes for testing before broader market release, anticipated within five years...
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36% Bias Score
Disabled Mother Challenges Societal Norms in New Memoir
Jessica Slice's memoir, "Unfit Parent," details her experiences as a disabled mother, advocating for a more inclusive society that supports all parents and challenges the stigma surrounding disability.
Disabled Mother Challenges Societal Norms in New Memoir
Jessica Slice's memoir, "Unfit Parent," details her experiences as a disabled mother, advocating for a more inclusive society that supports all parents and challenges the stigma surrounding disability.
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40% Bias Score
Greece Proposes Strict Law to Curb Underage Tobacco and Alcohol Use
Greece's Ministry of Health proposes a new law to prohibit the sale of tobacco and alcohol products to minors, implementing strict age verification and penalties, and creating a digital registry for market control.
Greece Proposes Strict Law to Curb Underage Tobacco and Alcohol Use
Greece's Ministry of Health proposes a new law to prohibit the sale of tobacco and alcohol products to minors, implementing strict age verification and penalties, and creating a digital registry for market control.
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28% Bias Score
Spanish Mother Highlights Challenges of Raising Child with ASD Amidst Inflexible Work Schedule
A Spanish mother recounts the struggles of raising a 7-year-old son with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), whose refusal to dress stems from her demanding work schedule, highlighting the lack of work-life balance and societal support for families with children with disabilities in Spain.
Spanish Mother Highlights Challenges of Raising Child with ASD Amidst Inflexible Work Schedule
A Spanish mother recounts the struggles of raising a 7-year-old son with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), whose refusal to dress stems from her demanding work schedule, highlighting the lack of work-life balance and societal support for families with children with disabilities in Spain.
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44% Bias Score
Spain Tackles Vitamin D Overuse: Hospital Initiative Cuts Tests, Costs
A significant increase in vitamin D testing and supplement use in Spain, driven by unsubstantiated claims, resulted in 190 overdose reports (100 severe, nearly half hospitalized). A Cantabria hospital's initiative reduced tests by 40% and costs by 48% in 9 months through evidence-based protocols.
Spain Tackles Vitamin D Overuse: Hospital Initiative Cuts Tests, Costs
A significant increase in vitamin D testing and supplement use in Spain, driven by unsubstantiated claims, resulted in 190 overdose reports (100 severe, nearly half hospitalized). A Cantabria hospital's initiative reduced tests by 40% and costs by 48% in 9 months through evidence-based protocols.
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40% Bias Score
Clinton Letter Boosts Belfast Boy Awaiting Transplant
Seven-year-old Dáithí Mac Gabhann, who inspired Northern Ireland's organ donation law change, received a letter from former US President Bill Clinton on Thursday, providing a much-needed boost as he approaches his seventh anniversary on the heart transplant waiting list.
Clinton Letter Boosts Belfast Boy Awaiting Transplant
Seven-year-old Dáithí Mac Gabhann, who inspired Northern Ireland's organ donation law change, received a letter from former US President Bill Clinton on Thursday, providing a much-needed boost as he approaches his seventh anniversary on the heart transplant waiting list.
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12% Bias Score
UK Bans Disposable Vapes Amid Youth Addiction Concerns
A UK ban on single-use vapes came into force on October 22nd, aiming to curb youth vaping and environmental damage, though concerns remain about addiction and the potential for a shift to refillable devices.
UK Bans Disposable Vapes Amid Youth Addiction Concerns
A UK ban on single-use vapes came into force on October 22nd, aiming to curb youth vaping and environmental damage, though concerns remain about addiction and the potential for a shift to refillable devices.
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52% Bias Score
High Visceral Fat Poses Significant Health Risks for Men
High visceral fat in men, often hidden by muscle or societal acceptance, increases mortality risk; 40-46% of US men are obese, and new medications offer potential solutions, but require further study and a holistic approach.
High Visceral Fat Poses Significant Health Risks for Men
High visceral fat in men, often hidden by muscle or societal acceptance, increases mortality risk; 40-46% of US men are obese, and new medications offer potential solutions, but require further study and a holistic approach.
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72% Bias Score
Germany Considers Nationwide Smoking Ban Following France's Lead
Germany's SPD and Green parties support a nationwide smoking ban similar to France's new public space restrictions, starting in July 2024, to protect children's health and reduce the substantial healthcare costs (€30 billion annually) associated with smoking. The German Health Minister also wants to...
Germany Considers Nationwide Smoking Ban Following France's Lead
Germany's SPD and Green parties support a nationwide smoking ban similar to France's new public space restrictions, starting in July 2024, to protect children's health and reduce the substantial healthcare costs (€30 billion annually) associated with smoking. The German Health Minister also wants to...
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40% Bias Score
Dependiente": From Shop Assistant to Societal Stigma in Spain
The Spanish word "dependiente," originally denoting a shop assistant, evolved into a pejorative term reflecting class disparities and the societal devaluation of dependence, particularly during Francoist Spain; today, its negative connotations highlight the cultural emphasis on self-reliance, impact...
Dependiente": From Shop Assistant to Societal Stigma in Spain
The Spanish word "dependiente," originally denoting a shop assistant, evolved into a pejorative term reflecting class disparities and the societal devaluation of dependence, particularly during Francoist Spain; today, its negative connotations highlight the cultural emphasis on self-reliance, impact...
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56% Bias Score
Memory Cafes: A Low-Cost Solution to Rising Dementia Cases Amidst Funding Cuts
Memory cafes, inexpensive social gatherings for people with cognitive impairment and their caregivers, are gaining popularity amidst potential $11 billion federal health funding cuts; these cafes offer vital social support and improve quality of life for both patients and caregivers, operating with ...
Memory Cafes: A Low-Cost Solution to Rising Dementia Cases Amidst Funding Cuts
Memory cafes, inexpensive social gatherings for people with cognitive impairment and their caregivers, are gaining popularity amidst potential $11 billion federal health funding cuts; these cafes offer vital social support and improve quality of life for both patients and caregivers, operating with ...
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40% Bias Score
Global Aid Cuts Threaten Millions of Children
A global funding crisis threatens UNICEF's ability to provide life-saving aid to millions of children, causing preventable deaths from malnutrition and disease, particularly in East and Southern Africa where funding is down over 40 percent, impacting immunization and nutrition services for 15 millio...
Global Aid Cuts Threaten Millions of Children
A global funding crisis threatens UNICEF's ability to provide life-saving aid to millions of children, causing preventable deaths from malnutrition and disease, particularly in East and Southern Africa where funding is down over 40 percent, impacting immunization and nutrition services for 15 millio...
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52% Bias Score
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