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Lifestyle, Not Genes, Key to Longevity, Study Finds
Dr. Eric Topol's research on 1400 "Super Agers" reveals that lifestyle, not genetics, is the primary factor determining longevity and health, emphasizing exercise, sleep, and diet as key components for a longer, healthier life.
Lifestyle, Not Genes, Key to Longevity, Study Finds
Dr. Eric Topol's research on 1400 "Super Agers" reveals that lifestyle, not genetics, is the primary factor determining longevity and health, emphasizing exercise, sleep, and diet as key components for a longer, healthier life.
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48% Bias Score
Fragmented Medical Training Leads to Preventable Patient Harm
A 78-year-old woman's hip fracture, resulting from a fall caused by medication interactions and a lack of holistic care, highlights flaws in the current medical training system that prioritizes specialization over patient-centered care, leading to preventable adverse events.
Fragmented Medical Training Leads to Preventable Patient Harm
A 78-year-old woman's hip fracture, resulting from a fall caused by medication interactions and a lack of holistic care, highlights flaws in the current medical training system that prioritizes specialization over patient-centered care, leading to preventable adverse events.
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52% Bias Score
\"Saxony Sees Dramatic Rise in Skin Cancer Diagnoses\"\
Skin cancer diagnoses in Saxony, Germany, have drastically increased since 1946, particularly among baby boomers, due to past sun exposure habits. Melanoma diagnoses more than doubled, and non-melanoma diagnoses more than tripled by 2023, with increased rates among women aged 50-59 and men over 70.
\"Saxony Sees Dramatic Rise in Skin Cancer Diagnoses\"\
Skin cancer diagnoses in Saxony, Germany, have drastically increased since 1946, particularly among baby boomers, due to past sun exposure habits. Melanoma diagnoses more than doubled, and non-melanoma diagnoses more than tripled by 2023, with increased rates among women aged 50-59 and men over 70.
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36% Bias Score
Aerobic Exercise Crucial for Combating High US Heart Disease Risk
Approximately half of Americans possess major heart disease risk factors (high cholesterol, blood pressure, weight); regular aerobic exercise, tailored to individual needs with a doctor's guidance, is crucial for mitigation, alongside diet and medication.
Aerobic Exercise Crucial for Combating High US Heart Disease Risk
Approximately half of Americans possess major heart disease risk factors (high cholesterol, blood pressure, weight); regular aerobic exercise, tailored to individual needs with a doctor's guidance, is crucial for mitigation, alongside diet and medication.
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20% Bias Score
High Cardiovascular Risk Underestimated in Germany
A Robert Koch Institute study reveals that nearly 20% of German adults (35-69) have a high or elevated risk of a first heart attack or stroke within 10 years, but half underestimate their risk, based on data from 3270 telephone interviews conducted between June 2022 and January 2023.
High Cardiovascular Risk Underestimated in Germany
A Robert Koch Institute study reveals that nearly 20% of German adults (35-69) have a high or elevated risk of a first heart attack or stroke within 10 years, but half underestimate their risk, based on data from 3270 telephone interviews conducted between June 2022 and January 2023.
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28% Bias Score
Light Physical Activity Significantly Reduces Cancer Risk: Oxford Study
A new Oxford University study using activity tracker data from 85,394 UK Biobank participants found that even light physical activity, such as walking 7,000 steps daily, reduces cancer risk by 11% compared to 5,000 steps, reaching 16% reduction at 9,000 steps, highlighting the importance of daily mo...
Light Physical Activity Significantly Reduces Cancer Risk: Oxford Study
A new Oxford University study using activity tracker data from 85,394 UK Biobank participants found that even light physical activity, such as walking 7,000 steps daily, reduces cancer risk by 11% compared to 5,000 steps, reaching 16% reduction at 9,000 steps, highlighting the importance of daily mo...
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44% Bias Score
Rising Unreported Gender-Based Violence Among Spanish Adolescent Girls
A 2024 report reveals a significant increase in unreported gender-based violence among Spanish adolescent girls; 63.7% are unaware of their victimization, and 70.3% of those aware choose not to report it, highlighting critical gaps in awareness, reporting mechanisms, and educational intervention.
Rising Unreported Gender-Based Violence Among Spanish Adolescent Girls
A 2024 report reveals a significant increase in unreported gender-based violence among Spanish adolescent girls; 63.7% are unaware of their victimization, and 70.3% of those aware choose not to report it, highlighting critical gaps in awareness, reporting mechanisms, and educational intervention.
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48% Bias Score
Dutch Teen Vaping Rates Surge, Raising Public Health Concerns
The number of vaping teenagers in the Netherlands has increased again in 2024, with 7.6% of 12-18 year-olds reporting e-cigarette use, compared to 6.1% in 2023 and 3.7% in 2022; 40% of vaping 12-16 year-olds report being addicted.
Dutch Teen Vaping Rates Surge, Raising Public Health Concerns
The number of vaping teenagers in the Netherlands has increased again in 2024, with 7.6% of 12-18 year-olds reporting e-cigarette use, compared to 6.1% in 2023 and 3.7% in 2022; 40% of vaping 12-16 year-olds report being addicted.
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28% Bias Score
Dutch Nutrition Institute Cuts Services Amidst Government Budget Cuts
The Dutch National Institute for Nutrition (Voedingscentrum) faces a €3 million budget cut, resulting in 20 job losses and the cessation of nutritional advice for patients with chronic diseases. The institute will now focus primarily on prevention due to government austerity measures.
Dutch Nutrition Institute Cuts Services Amidst Government Budget Cuts
The Dutch National Institute for Nutrition (Voedingscentrum) faces a €3 million budget cut, resulting in 20 job losses and the cessation of nutritional advice for patients with chronic diseases. The institute will now focus primarily on prevention due to government austerity measures.
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44% Bias Score
High Heart Attack, Stroke Risk Underestimated in Germany
A Robert Koch Institute study reveals that nearly 20% of German adults aged 35-69 have a high or increased risk of their first heart attack or stroke within a decade; however, half of those at risk believe their risk is low or nonexistent.
High Heart Attack, Stroke Risk Underestimated in Germany
A Robert Koch Institute study reveals that nearly 20% of German adults aged 35-69 have a high or increased risk of their first heart attack or stroke within a decade; however, half of those at risk believe their risk is low or nonexistent.
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44% Bias Score
HPV, Cervical Cancer Prevention, and Early Detection
Cervical cancer, primarily caused by HPV, is preventable through vaccination (recommended for ages 9-14), regular Pap tests and HPV tests (starting at age 21), and safe sex practices; early detection significantly improves treatment outcomes.
HPV, Cervical Cancer Prevention, and Early Detection
Cervical cancer, primarily caused by HPV, is preventable through vaccination (recommended for ages 9-14), regular Pap tests and HPV tests (starting at age 21), and safe sex practices; early detection significantly improves treatment outcomes.
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16% Bias Score
Cardiologist Identifies Five Key Factors Driving Rise in Heart Disease Deaths
Dr. Dmitry Yaranov, a Memphis cardiologist, emphasizes five crucial factors affecting heart health—sleep, pollution, stress, oral health, and gut health—contributing to the recent rise in heart disease deaths, especially among younger people, highlighting the need for comprehensive preventative stra...
Cardiologist Identifies Five Key Factors Driving Rise in Heart Disease Deaths
Dr. Dmitry Yaranov, a Memphis cardiologist, emphasizes five crucial factors affecting heart health—sleep, pollution, stress, oral health, and gut health—contributing to the recent rise in heart disease deaths, especially among younger people, highlighting the need for comprehensive preventative stra...
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44% Bias Score
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