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Long Covid Linked to Increased Dementia Risk in Older Adults
New research indicates a significantly increased risk of dementia among those with long Covid, particularly among older adults experiencing persistent symptoms; studies show a four-to-fivefold increase in dementia cases among this demographic compared to those without long-term Covid complications.
Long Covid Linked to Increased Dementia Risk in Older Adults
New research indicates a significantly increased risk of dementia among those with long Covid, particularly among older adults experiencing persistent symptoms; studies show a four-to-fivefold increase in dementia cases among this demographic compared to those without long-term Covid complications.
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52% Bias Score
Texas Measles Outbreak Reaches 561 Cases
As of Tuesday, a measles outbreak in western Texas has 561 confirmed cases, an increase of 20 in five days; 58 hospitalizations and two deaths have been reported, mostly among unvaccinated children and teenagers; the outbreak is part of a larger national trend of 712 confirmed cases in 24 states in ...
Texas Measles Outbreak Reaches 561 Cases
As of Tuesday, a measles outbreak in western Texas has 561 confirmed cases, an increase of 20 in five days; 58 hospitalizations and two deaths have been reported, mostly among unvaccinated children and teenagers; the outbreak is part of a larger national trend of 712 confirmed cases in 24 states in ...
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Texas Measles Outbreak Reaches 560 Cases, Two Children Dead
Texas reports over 560 measles cases, resulting in two child deaths, marking the state's largest outbreak in 30 years and raising concerns about low vaccination rates.
Texas Measles Outbreak Reaches 560 Cases, Two Children Dead
Texas reports over 560 measles cases, resulting in two child deaths, marking the state's largest outbreak in 30 years and raising concerns about low vaccination rates.
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Groningen Gas Halt: Improved Safety and Trust, but Long-Term Concerns Remain
A year after halting Groningen gas extraction, residents report slightly improved safety and trust in authorities, though concerns persist for those with significant property damage; the long-term house reinforcement project, now extending to 2034, may reverse recent positive trends.
Groningen Gas Halt: Improved Safety and Trust, but Long-Term Concerns Remain
A year after halting Groningen gas extraction, residents report slightly improved safety and trust in authorities, though concerns persist for those with significant property damage; the long-term house reinforcement project, now extending to 2034, may reverse recent positive trends.
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India's Soaring Obesity Crisis: Abdominal Fat Poses Major Health Threat
India faces a rapidly escalating obesity crisis, with 180 million adults currently overweight or obese—a number projected to reach 450 million by 2050. Abdominal obesity, linked to insulin resistance and chronic diseases, is particularly prevalent, affecting nearly 40% of women and 12% of men. New c...
India's Soaring Obesity Crisis: Abdominal Fat Poses Major Health Threat
India faces a rapidly escalating obesity crisis, with 180 million adults currently overweight or obese—a number projected to reach 450 million by 2050. Abdominal obesity, linked to insulin resistance and chronic diseases, is particularly prevalent, affecting nearly 40% of women and 12% of men. New c...
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Delayed CMV Diagnosis Leads to Preventable Hearing Loss in Newborn
Emilia Sobrini was diagnosed with CMV-related hearing loss at seven weeks old due to her mother's undiagnosed infection during pregnancy, highlighting the urgent need for routine CMV screening during pregnancy and after birth to prevent preventable hearing loss and other developmental issues.
Delayed CMV Diagnosis Leads to Preventable Hearing Loss in Newborn
Emilia Sobrini was diagnosed with CMV-related hearing loss at seven weeks old due to her mother's undiagnosed infection during pregnancy, highlighting the urgent need for routine CMV screening during pregnancy and after birth to prevent preventable hearing loss and other developmental issues.
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40% Bias Score
Record-High Autism Diagnoses Prompt Investigation
The CDC reports a record-high autism diagnosis rate of 1 in 31 children aged eight or younger in 2022, up from 1 in 36 in 2020, prompting Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. to investigate the causes, despite researchers attributing part of the rise to improved screening and awareness.
Record-High Autism Diagnoses Prompt Investigation
The CDC reports a record-high autism diagnosis rate of 1 in 31 children aged eight or younger in 2022, up from 1 in 36 in 2020, prompting Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. to investigate the causes, despite researchers attributing part of the rise to improved screening and awareness.
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64% Bias Score
China Approves Gardasil®9 for Males, Expanding HPV Vaccine Access
China approved MSD's Gardasil®9 HPV vaccine for males aged 16-26, becoming the first and only nine-valent vaccine approved for both sexes in the country, expanding prevention of HPV-related cancers and diseases.
China Approves Gardasil®9 for Males, Expanding HPV Vaccine Access
China approved MSD's Gardasil®9 HPV vaccine for males aged 16-26, becoming the first and only nine-valent vaccine approved for both sexes in the country, expanding prevention of HPV-related cancers and diseases.
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US Autism Diagnoses Rise to One in 31 Among 8-Year-Olds
The CDC reports a rise in autism diagnoses among 8-year-olds in the US from one in 36 in 2020 to one in 31 in 2022, largely due to improved awareness, broader diagnostic criteria, and increased access to services; however, racial disparities persist and further research is needed.
US Autism Diagnoses Rise to One in 31 Among 8-Year-Olds
The CDC reports a rise in autism diagnoses among 8-year-olds in the US from one in 36 in 2020 to one in 31 in 2022, largely due to improved awareness, broader diagnostic criteria, and increased access to services; however, racial disparities persist and further research is needed.
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48% Bias Score
French NGOs Sue Government Over Inaction on Supervised Drug Consumption Sites
Medécins du Monde and other NGOs filed lawsuits against the French government on April 14th, 2024, for its inaction regarding the two existing supervised drug consumption sites and the refusal to open a new one in Marseille, citing the sites' proven effectiveness in reducing risks and overdoses.
French NGOs Sue Government Over Inaction on Supervised Drug Consumption Sites
Medécins du Monde and other NGOs filed lawsuits against the French government on April 14th, 2024, for its inaction regarding the two existing supervised drug consumption sites and the refusal to open a new one in Marseille, citing the sites' proven effectiveness in reducing risks and overdoses.
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Excessive Alcohol Consumption Linked to Increased Risk of Brain Damage
A study of over 1700 deceased individuals found that drinking eight or more alcoholic beverages weekly significantly increases the risk of hyaline arteriolosclerosis, a brain condition impacting memory and cognition; even former heavy drinkers showed increased risk.
Excessive Alcohol Consumption Linked to Increased Risk of Brain Damage
A study of over 1700 deceased individuals found that drinking eight or more alcoholic beverages weekly significantly increases the risk of hyaline arteriolosclerosis, a brain condition impacting memory and cognition; even former heavy drinkers showed increased risk.
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Cannabis Use Linked to Significantly Increased Dementia Risk
A Canadian study of over six million people found a 72% increased risk of dementia among those hospitalized for cannabis-related issues, exceeding alcohol-related risks; this highlights the need for further research into the long-term effects of cannabis use on cognitive health.
Cannabis Use Linked to Significantly Increased Dementia Risk
A Canadian study of over six million people found a 72% increased risk of dementia among those hospitalized for cannabis-related issues, exceeding alcohol-related risks; this highlights the need for further research into the long-term effects of cannabis use on cognitive health.
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48% Bias Score
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