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FDA Suspends Chikungunya Vaccine Ixchiq Due to Severe Side Effects
The U.S. FDA suspended the chikungunya vaccine Ixchiq due to new reports of severe side effects in four patients aged 55-82, halting U.S. sales and distribution; this follows previous suspensions in France and the EU, raising concerns about its future.
FDA Suspends Chikungunya Vaccine Ixchiq Due to Severe Side Effects
The U.S. FDA suspended the chikungunya vaccine Ixchiq due to new reports of severe side effects in four patients aged 55-82, halting U.S. sales and distribution; this follows previous suspensions in France and the EU, raising concerns about its future.
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44% Bias Score


First U.S. Case of Travel-Associated New World Screwworm Myiasis Confirmed
A U.S. resident recently returned from El Salvador with the first confirmed case of travel-associated New World Screwworm myiasis, a parasitic infestation of fly larvae causing severe tissue damage, prompting a CDC investigation and a low public health risk assessment.
First U.S. Case of Travel-Associated New World Screwworm Myiasis Confirmed
A U.S. resident recently returned from El Salvador with the first confirmed case of travel-associated New World Screwworm myiasis, a parasitic infestation of fly larvae causing severe tissue damage, prompting a CDC investigation and a low public health risk assessment.
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36% Bias Score


Carnivore Diet Trends Despite Health Warnings
The carnivore diet, excluding all plants, is trending on social media, despite warnings about high cholesterol and lack of fiber; health experts recommend balanced eating instead.
Carnivore Diet Trends Despite Health Warnings
The carnivore diet, excluding all plants, is trending on social media, despite warnings about high cholesterol and lack of fiber; health experts recommend balanced eating instead.
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64% Bias Score


Western US Heatwave Triggers Health Emergency
A dangerous heatwave affecting Western US states, particularly California and Arizona, has placed 1.2 million people under extreme heat risk advisories, leading to hospitalizations and raising concerns about potential fatalities, echoing a deadly 2021 Portland heatwave.
Western US Heatwave Triggers Health Emergency
A dangerous heatwave affecting Western US states, particularly California and Arizona, has placed 1.2 million people under extreme heat risk advisories, leading to hospitalizations and raising concerns about potential fatalities, echoing a deadly 2021 Portland heatwave.
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24% Bias Score


Saxony Drug Deaths Hit Six-Year High in 2024
In 2024, Saxony saw a six-year high in drug-related deaths, reaching 28 fatalities primarily due to Crystal Meth, compared to 20 deaths in 2023, prompting calls for preventative measures.
Saxony Drug Deaths Hit Six-Year High in 2024
In 2024, Saxony saw a six-year high in drug-related deaths, reaching 28 fatalities primarily due to Crystal Meth, compared to 20 deaths in 2023, prompting calls for preventative measures.
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44% Bias Score


Cholera Outbreak Exacerbates Sudan's Humanitarian Crisis
Sudan's ongoing civil war has exacerbated a cholera outbreak, resulting in over 100,000 cases and 2,470 deaths in the past year, mainly near El Fasher, highlighting the devastating impact of conflict and inadequate infrastructure on public health.
Cholera Outbreak Exacerbates Sudan's Humanitarian Crisis
Sudan's ongoing civil war has exacerbated a cholera outbreak, resulting in over 100,000 cases and 2,470 deaths in the past year, mainly near El Fasher, highlighting the devastating impact of conflict and inadequate infrastructure on public health.
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24% Bias Score

Traumatic Brain Injury Significantly Raises Malignant Brain Tumor Risk
A study of 150,000 adults found those with moderate to severe traumatic brain injuries had a significantly higher risk of developing malignant brain tumors within 3-5 years compared to those with mild injuries or no history of TBI, prompting calls for long-term patient monitoring.

Traumatic Brain Injury Significantly Raises Malignant Brain Tumor Risk
A study of 150,000 adults found those with moderate to severe traumatic brain injuries had a significantly higher risk of developing malignant brain tumors within 3-5 years compared to those with mild injuries or no history of TBI, prompting calls for long-term patient monitoring.
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48% Bias Score

Ambrosia Pollen Surge Causes Widespread Allergies in Germany
Germany faces a growing Ambrosia pollen problem; its high allergenicity, spread via birdseed and climate change, causes significant health issues, and lacks systematic monitoring despite impacting millions.

Ambrosia Pollen Surge Causes Widespread Allergies in Germany
Germany faces a growing Ambrosia pollen problem; its high allergenicity, spread via birdseed and climate change, causes significant health issues, and lacks systematic monitoring despite impacting millions.
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24% Bias Score

Air Pollution Directly Increases Heart Attack Risk in Spain: Study
A Spanish study of 115,071 patients (2016-2021) found a direct link between air pollution (PM2.5 levels) and increased heart attack hospitalizations and mortality, highlighting a significant public health concern.

Air Pollution Directly Increases Heart Attack Risk in Spain: Study
A Spanish study of 115,071 patients (2016-2021) found a direct link between air pollution (PM2.5 levels) and increased heart attack hospitalizations and mortality, highlighting a significant public health concern.
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12% Bias Score

Greece to Launch Center of Excellence for Dementia
Greece is establishing a Center of Excellence for Dementia in West Attica, funded by the "Pancyprian Initiative '21," to improve diagnosis, prevention, treatment, and caregiver training, officially launching in October.

Greece to Launch Center of Excellence for Dementia
Greece is establishing a Center of Excellence for Dementia in West Attica, funded by the "Pancyprian Initiative '21," to improve diagnosis, prevention, treatment, and caregiver training, officially launching in October.
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44% Bias Score

Antibiotic-Resistant Superbug Threatens Public Health
Antibiotic-resistant Salmonella Dublin, a superbug found in cattle, is spreading to humans via contaminated food and direct contact, causing severe illnesses and posing a significant health threat, especially in the US, due to its high antibiotic resistance and cross-species transmission.

Antibiotic-Resistant Superbug Threatens Public Health
Antibiotic-resistant Salmonella Dublin, a superbug found in cattle, is spreading to humans via contaminated food and direct contact, causing severe illnesses and posing a significant health threat, especially in the US, due to its high antibiotic resistance and cross-species transmission.
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44% Bias Score

Alberta to Charge $100 for Most COVID-19 Vaccines
Alberta will charge $100 for most COVID-19 vaccines starting October 20, 2024, a decision driven by high vaccine wastage (54 percent in 2023-24) and a shift in vaccine procurement responsibility to provinces; vulnerable groups remain covered.

Alberta to Charge $100 for Most COVID-19 Vaccines
Alberta will charge $100 for most COVID-19 vaccines starting October 20, 2024, a decision driven by high vaccine wastage (54 percent in 2023-24) and a shift in vaccine procurement responsibility to provinces; vulnerable groups remain covered.
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48% Bias Score
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