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Multi-Drug Resistant Fungus Candida auris Rapidly Spreading in U.S. Hospitals
A new study reveals a dramatic increase in Candida auris cases in U.S. hospitals since 2016, with a 580% rise in clinical cultures from 2019 to 2020, posing a severe threat to immunocompromised patients due to its multi-drug resistance and easy spread in healthcare facilities.
Multi-Drug Resistant Fungus Candida auris Rapidly Spreading in U.S. Hospitals
A new study reveals a dramatic increase in Candida auris cases in U.S. hospitals since 2016, with a 580% rise in clinical cultures from 2019 to 2020, posing a severe threat to immunocompromised patients due to its multi-drug resistance and easy spread in healthcare facilities.
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40% Bias Score
Arkansas Toddler Dies from Brain-Eating Amoeba at Water Park
A 16-month-old Arkansas toddler, Michael Alexander Pollock III, died on September 4, 2023, from primary amebic meningoencephalitis caused by Naegleria fowleri, a brain-eating amoeba, contracted at a Pulaski County water park with code violations including a broken chlorinator and high pH levels.
Arkansas Toddler Dies from Brain-Eating Amoeba at Water Park
A 16-month-old Arkansas toddler, Michael Alexander Pollock III, died on September 4, 2023, from primary amebic meningoencephalitis caused by Naegleria fowleri, a brain-eating amoeba, contracted at a Pulaski County water park with code violations including a broken chlorinator and high pH levels.
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36% Bias Score
Mexico's Tuberculosis Cases Surge in 2025
As of March 15th, 2025, Mexico reported 4,113 tuberculosis cases, exceeding influenza as the second most prevalent disease; Baja California, Nuevo León, and Veracruz have the most cases. This is a seventh of the 2024 total, and 6,000 Mexicans die annually from the disease.
Mexico's Tuberculosis Cases Surge in 2025
As of March 15th, 2025, Mexico reported 4,113 tuberculosis cases, exceeding influenza as the second most prevalent disease; Baja California, Nuevo León, and Veracruz have the most cases. This is a seventh of the 2024 total, and 6,000 Mexicans die annually from the disease.
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36% Bias Score
PAHO Issues Yellow Fever Alert for Latin America
The Pan American Health Organization (PAHO) issued an epidemiological alert for yellow fever in Latin America due to increased cases in Brazil, Colombia, and Peru, linked to deforestation, climate change, and expanding mosquito populations; the alert urges vaccination and preventative measures.
PAHO Issues Yellow Fever Alert for Latin America
The Pan American Health Organization (PAHO) issued an epidemiological alert for yellow fever in Latin America due to increased cases in Brazil, Colombia, and Peru, linked to deforestation, climate change, and expanding mosquito populations; the alert urges vaccination and preventative measures.
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4% Bias Score
Texas Measles Outbreak Reaches 400 Cases, Linked to Vaccine Exemptions and Misinformation
A measles outbreak in western Texas has grown to 400 cases, with 73 reported in the last three days; most are in unvaccinated individuals, and at least 41 people have been hospitalized. The outbreak is linked to increased vaccine exemptions in Gaines County and the spread of misinformation about vit...
Texas Measles Outbreak Reaches 400 Cases, Linked to Vaccine Exemptions and Misinformation
A measles outbreak in western Texas has grown to 400 cases, with 73 reported in the last three days; most are in unvaccinated individuals, and at least 41 people have been hospitalized. The outbreak is linked to increased vaccine exemptions in Gaines County and the spread of misinformation about vit...
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48% Bias Score
The Hague's Vaccination Initiatives Show Limited Success Amidst Ongoing Measles Outbreaks
Measles outbreaks in The Hague prompted a municipal response involving on-site vaccinations at maternity practices and schools, resulting in a 14 percent increase in maternal pertussis vaccinations and smaller increases in other vaccines, although challenges remain with booster shots.
The Hague's Vaccination Initiatives Show Limited Success Amidst Ongoing Measles Outbreaks
Measles outbreaks in The Hague prompted a municipal response involving on-site vaccinations at maternity practices and schools, resulting in a 14 percent increase in maternal pertussis vaccinations and smaller increases in other vaccines, although challenges remain with booster shots.
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36% Bias Score
New Brunswick to Review Patient Files for Environmental Links to Neurological Symptoms
New Brunswick is reviewing the medical files of 222 patients with undiagnosed neurological symptoms to investigate potential environmental causes, following years of delays and controversy, with a public report expected this summer.
New Brunswick to Review Patient Files for Environmental Links to Neurological Symptoms
New Brunswick is reviewing the medical files of 222 patients with undiagnosed neurological symptoms to investigate potential environmental causes, following years of delays and controversy, with a public report expected this summer.
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56% Bias Score
Colorectal Cancer Awareness: Rising Rates and Prevention Strategies
Colorectal cancer is the third leading cause of cancer death in US men and fourth in women; over 150,000 cases are expected this year, with 52,900 deaths; March is Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month; risk factors include obesity, diabetes, smoking, alcohol, diet, genetics, and family history; screeni...
Colorectal Cancer Awareness: Rising Rates and Prevention Strategies
Colorectal cancer is the third leading cause of cancer death in US men and fourth in women; over 150,000 cases are expected this year, with 52,900 deaths; March is Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month; risk factors include obesity, diabetes, smoking, alcohol, diet, genetics, and family history; screeni...
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16% Bias Score
Trump Administration to Cut 20,000 HHS Jobs in Restructuring Plan
The Trump administration plans to restructure the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), cutting 20,000 jobs—a 25% reduction—by May 27 to streamline operations and improve efficiency, a move criticized by Democrats and former officials.
Trump Administration to Cut 20,000 HHS Jobs in Restructuring Plan
The Trump administration plans to restructure the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), cutting 20,000 jobs—a 25% reduction—by May 27 to streamline operations and improve efficiency, a move criticized by Democrats and former officials.
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36% Bias Score
Counterfeit Oxycodone laced with Nitazene causes deaths in Netherlands
At least one death and two hospitalizations in the Netherlands are linked to counterfeit oxycodone pills contaminated with nitazene, a highly potent synthetic opioid 10-50 times stronger than morphine or fentanyl; this mirrors a growing European trend, with the UK reporting 284 deaths linked to nita...
Counterfeit Oxycodone laced with Nitazene causes deaths in Netherlands
At least one death and two hospitalizations in the Netherlands are linked to counterfeit oxycodone pills contaminated with nitazene, a highly potent synthetic opioid 10-50 times stronger than morphine or fentanyl; this mirrors a growing European trend, with the UK reporting 284 deaths linked to nita...
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60% Bias Score
Danish Healthcare System Efficiency Highlighted by Greek Immigrant's Experience
A Greek immigrant in Copenhagen details his positive experience with the Danish healthcare system, contrasting it with the situation in Greece where the Red Cross is assisting with hospital overcrowding.
Danish Healthcare System Efficiency Highlighted by Greek Immigrant's Experience
A Greek immigrant in Copenhagen details his positive experience with the Danish healthcare system, contrasting it with the situation in Greece where the Red Cross is assisting with hospital overcrowding.
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56% Bias Score
Michigan Transplant Recipient Dies from Rabies Contracted Through Donated Organ
A Michigan organ transplant recipient died from rabies contracted through the donated organ in December 2023, prompting a joint investigation by Michigan, Ohio, and the CDC, highlighting the rare risk of rabies transmission via organ donation.
Michigan Transplant Recipient Dies from Rabies Contracted Through Donated Organ
A Michigan organ transplant recipient died from rabies contracted through the donated organ in December 2023, prompting a joint investigation by Michigan, Ohio, and the CDC, highlighting the rare risk of rabies transmission via organ donation.
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44% Bias Score
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