China Unveils Action Plan to Curb Rising Dementia Cases by 2030
China launched a national action plan to combat the rising dementia cases, aiming to establish a comprehensive system for prevention, diagnosis, treatment, and care by 2030, driven by its rapidly aging population and increasing life expectancy.
China Unveils Action Plan to Curb Rising Dementia Cases by 2030
China launched a national action plan to combat the rising dementia cases, aiming to establish a comprehensive system for prevention, diagnosis, treatment, and care by 2030, driven by its rapidly aging population and increasing life expectancy.
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20% Bias Score
UK Virtual IVF Clinic Apricity Fertility Closes, Leaving Hundreds of Patients in Limbo
Hundreds of couples in the UK are affected by the sudden closure of Apricity Fertility, a virtual IVF clinic, leaving patients with delayed treatments, potential financial burdens, and uncertainty regarding stored embryos.
UK Virtual IVF Clinic Apricity Fertility Closes, Leaving Hundreds of Patients in Limbo
Hundreds of couples in the UK are affected by the sudden closure of Apricity Fertility, a virtual IVF clinic, leaving patients with delayed treatments, potential financial burdens, and uncertainty regarding stored embryos.
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52% Bias Score
Turkish Dental Malpractice Leads to Child's Death
In Bursa, Turkey, five-year-old Deniz Sönmez died after dental treatment under sedation, which a report found to be against regulations; three medical professionals are implicated in medical malpractice, each responsible for 4/8 of the error.
Turkish Dental Malpractice Leads to Child's Death
In Bursa, Turkey, five-year-old Deniz Sönmez died after dental treatment under sedation, which a report found to be against regulations; three medical professionals are implicated in medical malpractice, each responsible for 4/8 of the error.
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36% Bias Score
China's Plan to Become a Pharmaceutical Powerhouse by 2035
China's State Council issued a guideline to transform its pharmaceutical industry into a global powerhouse by 2035, outlining 24 reform measures to enhance innovation, improve regulatory efficiency, and strengthen safety and quality controls, with 2024 showing 48 innovative drugs and 65 medical devi...
China's Plan to Become a Pharmaceutical Powerhouse by 2035
China's State Council issued a guideline to transform its pharmaceutical industry into a global powerhouse by 2035, outlining 24 reform measures to enhance innovation, improve regulatory efficiency, and strengthen safety and quality controls, with 2024 showing 48 innovative drugs and 65 medical devi...
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44% Bias Score
\"Slower Respiratory Virus Season in Spain Eases Pressure on Healthcare System\"
\"Spain is experiencing a slower respiratory virus epidemic this year compared to 2023, with lower influenza rates and a delayed peak, easing some pressure on the healthcare system but highlighting staff shortages and inflexible vacation policies.\
\"Slower Respiratory Virus Season in Spain Eases Pressure on Healthcare System\"
\"Spain is experiencing a slower respiratory virus epidemic this year compared to 2023, with lower influenza rates and a delayed peak, easing some pressure on the healthcare system but highlighting staff shortages and inflexible vacation policies.\
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44% Bias Score
Post-Lockdown Surge in Human Metapneumovirus (hMPV) Infections
First isolated in 2001, human metapneumovirus (hMPV) is a common respiratory virus, mainly affecting young children, causing bronchitis; post-COVID-19 lockdowns saw a surge in cases, particularly in toddlers, impacting healthcare systems worldwide.
Post-Lockdown Surge in Human Metapneumovirus (hMPV) Infections
First isolated in 2001, human metapneumovirus (hMPV) is a common respiratory virus, mainly affecting young children, causing bronchitis; post-COVID-19 lockdowns saw a surge in cases, particularly in toddlers, impacting healthcare systems worldwide.
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36% Bias Score
HMPV Surge Impacts Global Health Systems
The Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV) is causing a surge in respiratory illnesses globally, particularly affecting young children and the elderly, with symptoms similar to the flu; however, unlike COVID-19, HMPV was discovered in 2001, and the current surge is possibly due to decreased immunity from redu...
HMPV Surge Impacts Global Health Systems
The Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV) is causing a surge in respiratory illnesses globally, particularly affecting young children and the elderly, with symptoms similar to the flu; however, unlike COVID-19, HMPV was discovered in 2001, and the current surge is possibly due to decreased immunity from redu...
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56% Bias Score
NHS App Upgrade to Speed Up Treatment and Reduce Waiting List
The UK government will unveil plans on Monday to upgrade the NHS app, allowing more patients to book non-emergency treatments with various providers, including private ones, aiming to reduce the 7.5 million-patient waiting list and meet an election pledge to treat 90% of patients within 18 weeks of ...
NHS App Upgrade to Speed Up Treatment and Reduce Waiting List
The UK government will unveil plans on Monday to upgrade the NHS app, allowing more patients to book non-emergency treatments with various providers, including private ones, aiming to reduce the 7.5 million-patient waiting list and meet an election pledge to treat 90% of patients within 18 weeks of ...
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44% Bias Score
China-Ethiopia Brightness Journey: Over 80 Cataract Surgeries Conducted
A Chinese medical team launched a free cataract surgery campaign in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, on January 2nd, 2025, aiming to treat over 500 patients; 80 surgeries were successfully completed by January 5th, 2025, marking a significant step in bilateral healthcare cooperation.
China-Ethiopia Brightness Journey: Over 80 Cataract Surgeries Conducted
A Chinese medical team launched a free cataract surgery campaign in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, on January 2nd, 2025, aiming to treat over 500 patients; 80 surgeries were successfully completed by January 5th, 2025, marking a significant step in bilateral healthcare cooperation.
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40% Bias Score
AI's 2025 Impact: From Healthcare to Autonomous Agents
AI will significantly advance healthcare and scientific research in 2025 with the release of AlphaFold and improvements in ClimateNet predictions, while autonomous AI agents will take on daily tasks, prompting new regulations and the rise of smaller, more accessible language models.
AI's 2025 Impact: From Healthcare to Autonomous Agents
AI will significantly advance healthcare and scientific research in 2025 with the release of AlphaFold and improvements in ClimateNet predictions, while autonomous AI agents will take on daily tasks, prompting new regulations and the rise of smaller, more accessible language models.
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36% Bias Score
Record High in Early-Stage Cancer Diagnoses in England
Between September 2023 and August 2024, England saw a record-high 58.7% of approximately 206,000 cancer diagnoses detected in early stages (one or two), a 7,000-patient increase compared to pre-pandemic levels, due to increased screenings; however, wealthier areas show higher early diagnosis rates a...
Record High in Early-Stage Cancer Diagnoses in England
Between September 2023 and August 2024, England saw a record-high 58.7% of approximately 206,000 cancer diagnoses detected in early stages (one or two), a 7,000-patient increase compared to pre-pandemic levels, due to increased screenings; however, wealthier areas show higher early diagnosis rates a...
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24% Bias Score
Israel Confirms Detention of Gaza Hospital Director Amidst Ongoing Hospital Attacks
Israel confirms the detention of Dr. Hussam Abu Safiya, director of Gaza's Kamal Adwan Hospital, on suspicion of "involvement in terrorist activities," following a raid where patients were forced outside in cold weather, amidst reports of at least 10 hospital attacks and over 45,500 Palestinian deat...
Israel Confirms Detention of Gaza Hospital Director Amidst Ongoing Hospital Attacks
Israel confirms the detention of Dr. Hussam Abu Safiya, director of Gaza's Kamal Adwan Hospital, on suspicion of "involvement in terrorist activities," following a raid where patients were forced outside in cold weather, amidst reports of at least 10 hospital attacks and over 45,500 Palestinian deat...
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64% Bias Score