Antibiotic Resistance to Cause 40 Million Deaths by 2050
A new study projects approximately 40 million deaths globally from antibiotic-resistant infections within the next 25 years, with a 70% increase in deaths by 2050 primarily affecting those 70 and older, driven by aging populations and increased vulnerability to infection; however, deaths have decrea...
Antibiotic Resistance to Cause 40 Million Deaths by 2050
A new study projects approximately 40 million deaths globally from antibiotic-resistant infections within the next 25 years, with a 70% increase in deaths by 2050 primarily affecting those 70 and older, driven by aging populations and increased vulnerability to infection; however, deaths have decrea...
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36% Bias Score
2024 Media: A Year of Confronting Death and Dying
In 2024, films and television shows such as Rachel Bloom's "Death, Let Me Do My Special," "Tuesday," "The Room Next Door," and "A Quiet Place: Day One," along with series like "A Man on the Inside," directly confronted themes of death and dying, exploring the emotional impact, end-of-life choices, a...
2024 Media: A Year of Confronting Death and Dying
In 2024, films and television shows such as Rachel Bloom's "Death, Let Me Do My Special," "Tuesday," "The Room Next Door," and "A Quiet Place: Day One," along with series like "A Man on the Inside," directly confronted themes of death and dying, exploring the emotional impact, end-of-life choices, a...
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24% Bias Score
Cancer Deaths and Survival Rate Variations Across Europe in 2021
In 2021, cancer caused 1.1 million deaths (21.6% of total) in 29 European countries, with survival rates varying widely; lung cancer was the leading cause, followed by colorectal, prostate, and breast cancers.
Cancer Deaths and Survival Rate Variations Across Europe in 2021
In 2021, cancer caused 1.1 million deaths (21.6% of total) in 29 European countries, with survival rates varying widely; lung cancer was the leading cause, followed by colorectal, prostate, and breast cancers.
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24% Bias Score
John Lithgow on Death: A 'Gracious Ending'
Actor John Lithgow, in an NPR interview, discussed his evolving perspective on death following the unexpected death of a friend and his own cancer diagnoses; he now seeks a 'gracious ending' to his life.
John Lithgow on Death: A 'Gracious Ending'
Actor John Lithgow, in an NPR interview, discussed his evolving perspective on death following the unexpected death of a friend and his own cancer diagnoses; he now seeks a 'gracious ending' to his life.
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16% Bias Score
\"EU Air Pollution Deaths Drop 45% Since 2005, But Challenges Remain\"\
\"A new report reveals a 45% decrease in the EU's air pollution-related mortality between 2005 and 2022, dropping from 431,000 deaths to 239,000 in 2022, with Central and Eastern Europe showing higher rates than Western Europe; however, the WHO's recommended threshold for PM2.5 is still regularly ex...
\"EU Air Pollution Deaths Drop 45% Since 2005, But Challenges Remain\"\
\"A new report reveals a 45% decrease in the EU's air pollution-related mortality between 2005 and 2022, dropping from 431,000 deaths to 239,000 in 2022, with Central and Eastern Europe showing higher rates than Western Europe; however, the WHO's recommended threshold for PM2.5 is still regularly ex...
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32% Bias Score
"COVID-19 Excess Mortality in Europe: Early Restrictions Key to Mitigation"
"A new study reveals that swift implementation of social restrictions during the initial COVID-19 wave significantly reduced excess mortality in Western European countries, with Italy experiencing the highest impact (2.7 per 1,000 inhabitants) and Scandinavian countries the lowest (0.5–1 per 1,000),...
"COVID-19 Excess Mortality in Europe: Early Restrictions Key to Mitigation"
"A new study reveals that swift implementation of social restrictions during the initial COVID-19 wave significantly reduced excess mortality in Western European countries, with Italy experiencing the highest impact (2.7 per 1,000 inhabitants) and Scandinavian countries the lowest (0.5–1 per 1,000),...
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16% Bias Score
Smoking Shortens Life by 20 Minutes Per Cigarette, Study Finds
A University College London study shows one cigarette shortens life by 20 minutes; a pack a day equates to seven hours, leading to a 10-year reduction in lifespan for continuing smokers; quitting early next year could regain up to 50 days by year's end.
Smoking Shortens Life by 20 Minutes Per Cigarette, Study Finds
A University College London study shows one cigarette shortens life by 20 minutes; a pack a day equates to seven hours, leading to a 10-year reduction in lifespan for continuing smokers; quitting early next year could regain up to 50 days by year's end.
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24% Bias Score
Journalist Reflects on Emotional Toll of Numerous Deaths in 2024
A Greek journalist reflects on the emotional toll of reporting on at least 50 prominent deaths in 2024, highlighting the importance of detailed obituaries and contrasting professional detachment with personal grief, concluding with Pericles' funeral oration on memory's significance.
Journalist Reflects on Emotional Toll of Numerous Deaths in 2024
A Greek journalist reflects on the emotional toll of reporting on at least 50 prominent deaths in 2024, highlighting the importance of detailed obituaries and contrasting professional detachment with personal grief, concluding with Pericles' funeral oration on memory's significance.
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24% Bias Score
Mysterious Illness Kills 27 in DRC; Cause Unknown
A mysterious illness causing respiratory symptoms has killed at least 27 people in the DRC, with 382 cases reported as of December 3rd; the cause is unknown, but investigations are underway, and international health organizations are assisting.
Mysterious Illness Kills 27 in DRC; Cause Unknown
A mysterious illness causing respiratory symptoms has killed at least 27 people in the DRC, with 382 cases reported as of December 3rd; the cause is unknown, but investigations are underway, and international health organizations are assisting.
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20% Bias Score
Air Pollution in the EU Linked to 239,000 Deaths in 2022
A new report by the European Environment Agency (EEA) estimates that at least 239,000 deaths in the EU in 2022 were attributable to air pollution, exceeding WHO recommendations, although a 45% decrease since 2005 in PM2.5-related deaths is noted.
Air Pollution in the EU Linked to 239,000 Deaths in 2022
A new report by the European Environment Agency (EEA) estimates that at least 239,000 deaths in the EU in 2022 were attributable to air pollution, exceeding WHO recommendations, although a 45% decrease since 2005 in PM2.5-related deaths is noted.
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36% Bias Score
Early Pandemic Response Saves Lives and Economies: A European Study
A study by the Institut Pasteur analyzed excess mortality in 13 Western European countries during the COVID-19 pandemic, showing that early, strong government interventions saved lives and lessened economic damage, contrary to the belief that such measures harm economies. Countries like Denmark saw ...
Early Pandemic Response Saves Lives and Economies: A European Study
A study by the Institut Pasteur analyzed excess mortality in 13 Western European countries during the COVID-19 pandemic, showing that early, strong government interventions saved lives and lessened economic damage, contrary to the belief that such measures harm economies. Countries like Denmark saw ...
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40% Bias Score
US Tropical Cyclones: Long-Term Mortality Impact Exceeds Immediate Death Toll
A Nature study reveals that US tropical cyclones cause 7,170–11,430 indirect deaths per event, exceeding direct deaths (24), disproportionately impacting those under 44 and Black populations, demanding long-term planning and resource allocation to mitigate future impacts.
US Tropical Cyclones: Long-Term Mortality Impact Exceeds Immediate Death Toll
A Nature study reveals that US tropical cyclones cause 7,170–11,430 indirect deaths per event, exceeding direct deaths (24), disproportionately impacting those under 44 and Black populations, demanding long-term planning and resource allocation to mitigate future impacts.
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28% Bias Score