HMPV Surge in China Raises Concerns Five Years After COVID-19 Pandemic
A surge in human metapneumovirus (HMPV) cases in northern China is causing concern, particularly among children under 14, five years after the COVID-19 pandemic; the virus has also spread to India, with symptoms similar to influenza.
HMPV Surge in China Raises Concerns Five Years After COVID-19 Pandemic
A surge in human metapneumovirus (HMPV) cases in northern China is causing concern, particularly among children under 14, five years after the COVID-19 pandemic; the virus has also spread to India, with symptoms similar to influenza.
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First US Death from H5N1 Bird Flu Raises Transmissibility Concerns
The US recorded its first death from H5N1 bird flu in a Louisiana patient over 65 with underlying health conditions who was exposed to backyard and wild birds in mid-December; although the risk to the general public remains low, the virus's mutation raises concerns.
First US Death from H5N1 Bird Flu Raises Transmissibility Concerns
The US recorded its first death from H5N1 bird flu in a Louisiana patient over 65 with underlying health conditions who was exposed to backyard and wild birds in mid-December; although the risk to the general public remains low, the virus's mutation raises concerns.
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First US Death from H5N1 Avian Influenza Highlights Pandemic Risk"
A person over 65 with pre-existing conditions in Louisiana died from H5N1 avian influenza, marking the first such death in the US; the virus, a specific genotype (D1.1) of clade 2.3.4.4b, was contracted from backyard poultry and wild birds, raising concerns about potential human adaptation and pande...
First US Death from H5N1 Avian Influenza Highlights Pandemic Risk"
A person over 65 with pre-existing conditions in Louisiana died from H5N1 avian influenza, marking the first such death in the US; the virus, a specific genotype (D1.1) of clade 2.3.4.4b, was contracted from backyard poultry and wild birds, raising concerns about potential human adaptation and pande...
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Sugary Drinks Linked to Millions of Diabetes and Heart Disease Cases Globally
A study analyzed data from 184 countries (1990-2020) linking 2.2 million new Type 2 diabetes cases and 1.2 million new cardiovascular disease cases to sugary drinks in 2020; the highest impact was seen in sub-Saharan Africa, Latin America, the Caribbean, Colombia, Mexico, and South Africa; researche...
Sugary Drinks Linked to Millions of Diabetes and Heart Disease Cases Globally
A study analyzed data from 184 countries (1990-2020) linking 2.2 million new Type 2 diabetes cases and 1.2 million new cardiovascular disease cases to sugary drinks in 2020; the highest impact was seen in sub-Saharan Africa, Latin America, the Caribbean, Colombia, Mexico, and South Africa; researche...
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First US Avian Flu Death Reported in Louisiana
Louisiana reported the first US death from avian flu (H5N1) in an over-65-year-old with pre-existing conditions, who contracted it from birds; investigations found no human-to-human transmission, though the risk remains higher for those working with birds.
First US Avian Flu Death Reported in Louisiana
Louisiana reported the first US death from avian flu (H5N1) in an over-65-year-old with pre-existing conditions, who contracted it from birds; investigations found no human-to-human transmission, though the risk remains higher for those working with birds.
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36% Bias Score
First US Death from Bird Flu (H5N1) Reported in Louisiana
A Louisiana resident over 65 with underlying health conditions died from bird flu (H5N1), marking the first human death from the virus in the US and the first case linked to backyard birds, according to the Louisiana Department of Health; no evidence suggests person-to-person transmission.
First US Death from Bird Flu (H5N1) Reported in Louisiana
A Louisiana resident over 65 with underlying health conditions died from bird flu (H5N1), marking the first human death from the virus in the US and the first case linked to backyard birds, according to the Louisiana Department of Health; no evidence suggests person-to-person transmission.
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First US Avian Flu Death Confirmed in Louisiana
Avian flu claimed its first US life in Louisiana; a person over 65 with underlying conditions and exposure to sick birds died from the virus, which genetic analysis suggests mutated within the patient.
First US Avian Flu Death Confirmed in Louisiana
Avian flu claimed its first US life in Louisiana; a person over 65 with underlying conditions and exposure to sick birds died from the virus, which genetic analysis suggests mutated within the patient.
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First US Bird Flu Death Raises Pandemic Concerns
A highly pathogenic avian influenza strain has claimed its first human life in the US, a Louisiana patient who contracted the virus from backyard chickens; while the overall risk of human-to-human spread remains low, mutations detected in the virus raise concerns.
First US Bird Flu Death Raises Pandemic Concerns
A highly pathogenic avian influenza strain has claimed its first human life in the US, a Louisiana patient who contracted the virus from backyard chickens; while the overall risk of human-to-human spread remains low, mutations detected in the virus raise concerns.
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Sugar-Sweetened Drinks Linked to Millions of Diabetes and Heart Disease Cases Globally
A new study links 2.2 million new type 2 diabetes cases and 1.2 million new cardiovascular disease cases globally in 2020 to sugar-sweetened beverage consumption, with the highest impact in sub-Saharan Africa, Latin America, and the Caribbean; researchers call for health campaigns, stricter advertis...
Sugar-Sweetened Drinks Linked to Millions of Diabetes and Heart Disease Cases Globally
A new study links 2.2 million new type 2 diabetes cases and 1.2 million new cardiovascular disease cases globally in 2020 to sugar-sweetened beverage consumption, with the highest impact in sub-Saharan Africa, Latin America, and the Caribbean; researchers call for health campaigns, stricter advertis...
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48% Bias Score
Sugary Drinks Linked to Millions of Diabetes and Cardiovascular Cases Globally
A study in Nature Medicine links sugary drinks to 2.2 million new diabetes cases and 1.2 million cardiovascular events in 2020, with the highest impact in sub-Saharan Africa, Latin America, and the Caribbean, due to shifts in diet and aggressive industry marketing.
Sugary Drinks Linked to Millions of Diabetes and Cardiovascular Cases Globally
A study in Nature Medicine links sugary drinks to 2.2 million new diabetes cases and 1.2 million cardiovascular events in 2020, with the highest impact in sub-Saharan Africa, Latin America, and the Caribbean, due to shifts in diet and aggressive industry marketing.
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FDA Sets Voluntary Lead Limits in Baby Food
The FDA issued voluntary limits on lead in baby foods like jarred fruits, vegetables, and cereals, aiming for a 20-30% reduction in children's exposure, but consumer advocates argue it doesn't go far enough and took too long to implement, excluding certain products and other heavy metals.
FDA Sets Voluntary Lead Limits in Baby Food
The FDA issued voluntary limits on lead in baby foods like jarred fruits, vegetables, and cereals, aiming for a 20-30% reduction in children's exposure, but consumer advocates argue it doesn't go far enough and took too long to implement, excluding certain products and other heavy metals.
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Overcrowding Cripples Portuguese Hospitals as Wait Times Exceed Nine Hours
Due to a surge in respiratory infections and staff shortages, Portuguese hospitals experienced extremely long wait times for urgent care on Monday and Tuesday, with some patients waiting over nine hours; however, authorities ensured all patients received treatment.
Overcrowding Cripples Portuguese Hospitals as Wait Times Exceed Nine Hours
Due to a surge in respiratory infections and staff shortages, Portuguese hospitals experienced extremely long wait times for urgent care on Monday and Tuesday, with some patients waiting over nine hours; however, authorities ensured all patients received treatment.
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40% Bias Score