Winter Virus Surge Increases Risk of Misdiagnosed Heart Conditions
A surge of four viruses—RSV, influenza, COVID-19, and norovirus—is causing concern, as symptoms can mimic heart conditions, increasing the risk of heart attacks and strokes, especially for older adults and those with underlying conditions. Cardiologists urge awareness and prompt medical attention fo...
Winter Virus Surge Increases Risk of Misdiagnosed Heart Conditions
A surge of four viruses—RSV, influenza, COVID-19, and norovirus—is causing concern, as symptoms can mimic heart conditions, increasing the risk of heart attacks and strokes, especially for older adults and those with underlying conditions. Cardiologists urge awareness and prompt medical attention fo...
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40% Bias Score
Severe Flu Season in France: Record High in Deaths and Hospitalizations
France is experiencing a severe flu season with higher than usual hospitalization and death rates, exceeding last year's numbers, prompting 100 hospitals to activate emergency plans by mid-January; the Inserm reported a record high of 611 flu-related deaths in the second week of January, highlightin...
Severe Flu Season in France: Record High in Deaths and Hospitalizations
France is experiencing a severe flu season with higher than usual hospitalization and death rates, exceeding last year's numbers, prompting 100 hospitals to activate emergency plans by mid-January; the Inserm reported a record high of 611 flu-related deaths in the second week of January, highlightin...
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40% Bias Score
Influenza Surge Overwhelms Dutch Hospitals
A surge in influenza cases in the Netherlands is overwhelming hospitals, causing postponements of non-emergency surgeries and impacting schools due to staff and student absences; experts recommend increased public health campaigns and influenza vaccinations.
Influenza Surge Overwhelms Dutch Hospitals
A surge in influenza cases in the Netherlands is overwhelming hospitals, causing postponements of non-emergency surgeries and impacting schools due to staff and student absences; experts recommend increased public health campaigns and influenza vaccinations.
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36% Bias Score
Surge in Four Viruses Strains US Healthcare Systems
Four viruses (influenza, COVID-19, RSV, and norovirus) are surging in the U.S., causing widespread illness and impacting healthcare systems, with the CDC reporting high positivity rates and increased hospital visits; vaccines are available for some, but not all, of the viruses.
Surge in Four Viruses Strains US Healthcare Systems
Four viruses (influenza, COVID-19, RSV, and norovirus) are surging in the U.S., causing widespread illness and impacting healthcare systems, with the CDC reporting high positivity rates and increased hospital visits; vaccines are available for some, but not all, of the viruses.
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40% Bias Score
Severe Influenza Epidemic in France: 611 Deaths, Hospital Strain
France experienced a severe influenza epidemic (January 6-12), with a 7.3% increase in influenza-related deaths (611 total), significantly impacting hospitals, especially children under five; however, hospitalizations for older age groups decreased; three strains of the virus are circulating, and va...
Severe Influenza Epidemic in France: 611 Deaths, Hospital Strain
France experienced a severe influenza epidemic (January 6-12), with a 7.3% increase in influenza-related deaths (611 total), significantly impacting hospitals, especially children under five; however, hospitalizations for older age groups decreased; three strains of the virus are circulating, and va...
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24% Bias Score
HMPV Infections Rise, but WHO Says No Global Emergency
Human metapneumovirus (HMPV) infections are increasing in some areas, particularly in China and Mexico, but the World Health Organization (WHO) does not consider it a global emergency; Mexico confirmed around 160 cases by January 6th, 2025, with one probable death under investigation.
HMPV Infections Rise, but WHO Says No Global Emergency
Human metapneumovirus (HMPV) infections are increasing in some areas, particularly in China and Mexico, but the World Health Organization (WHO) does not consider it a global emergency; Mexico confirmed around 160 cases by January 6th, 2025, with one probable death under investigation.
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40% Bias Score
Severe Flu Season in France Exceeds Previous Years' Mortality Rates
France is experiencing a severe flu season with higher than usual hospitalizations and deaths, exceeding previous years' levels and prompting 100 hospitals to activate emergency plans by mid-January; the Inserm reported 611 flu-related deaths in the second week of January alone.
Severe Flu Season in France Exceeds Previous Years' Mortality Rates
France is experiencing a severe flu season with higher than usual hospitalizations and deaths, exceeding previous years' levels and prompting 100 hospitals to activate emergency plans by mid-January; the Inserm reported 611 flu-related deaths in the second week of January alone.
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36% Bias Score
U.S. "Quad-demic" Overwhelms Healthcare System
The U.S. faces a "quad-demic" of COVID-19, influenza A, RSV, and norovirus, straining healthcare systems with high positive test rates (6.2% COVID-19, 8.8% RSV, 25% influenza, and 28% norovirus) and increasing ER visits; inadequate surveillance hinders response.
U.S. "Quad-demic" Overwhelms Healthcare System
The U.S. faces a "quad-demic" of COVID-19, influenza A, RSV, and norovirus, straining healthcare systems with high positive test rates (6.2% COVID-19, 8.8% RSV, 25% influenza, and 28% norovirus) and increasing ER visits; inadequate surveillance hinders response.
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32% Bias Score
Influenza Surge Overwhelms Dutch Hospitals, Schools
A surge in influenza cases in the Netherlands is overwhelming hospitals, forcing postponement of non-emergency procedures and creating staffing challenges in schools; experts advocate for increased public health awareness campaigns and improved vaccination rates.
Influenza Surge Overwhelms Dutch Hospitals, Schools
A surge in influenza cases in the Netherlands is overwhelming hospitals, forcing postponement of non-emergency procedures and creating staffing challenges in schools; experts advocate for increased public health awareness campaigns and improved vaccination rates.
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24% Bias Score
Greece Faces Surge in Respiratory Infections
A surge in respiratory infections in Greece, expected to last until March, affects all ages. Professor Athanasios Michos highlights the return to pre-COVID-19 patterns, with influenza and COVID-19 showing competitive dynamics. Low vaccination rates and self-testing misinterpretations contribute to h...
Greece Faces Surge in Respiratory Infections
A surge in respiratory infections in Greece, expected to last until March, affects all ages. Professor Athanasios Michos highlights the return to pre-COVID-19 patterns, with influenza and COVID-19 showing competitive dynamics. Low vaccination rates and self-testing misinterpretations contribute to h...
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28% 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
Severe Influenza Epidemic Strains French Hospitals
France is experiencing a severe influenza epidemic in early 2025, with exceptionally high hospitalization rates compared to previous years, causing at least 20 hospitals to activate emergency plans due to patient overflow, while low vaccination rates, particularly amongst the elderly and healthcare ...
Severe Influenza Epidemic Strains French Hospitals
France is experiencing a severe influenza epidemic in early 2025, with exceptionally high hospitalization rates compared to previous years, causing at least 20 hospitals to activate emergency plans due to patient overflow, while low vaccination rates, particularly amongst the elderly and healthcare ...
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32% Bias Score