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Parental Divorce Linked to 61% Higher Stroke Risk in Adulthood
A study of 13,205 older Americans found a 61% increased stroke risk among those who experienced parental divorce in childhood, a risk comparable to diabetes and depression, even after accounting for other risk factors and forms of childhood adversity.
Parental Divorce Linked to 61% Higher Stroke Risk in Adulthood
A study of 13,205 older Americans found a 61% increased stroke risk among those who experienced parental divorce in childhood, a risk comparable to diabetes and depression, even after accounting for other risk factors and forms of childhood adversity.
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24% Bias Score
HHS Freezes Public Communications Until February 1st
The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) imposed a temporary freeze on all public communications until February 1st, affecting 13 operating divisions, including the FDA, CDC, and CMS, due to a new administration review process; exceptions exist for critical functions.
HHS Freezes Public Communications Until February 1st
The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) imposed a temporary freeze on all public communications until February 1st, affecting 13 operating divisions, including the FDA, CDC, and CMS, due to a new administration review process; exceptions exist for critical functions.
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40% Bias Score
Rabies Vaccine Shortage Prompts Rationing in Toronto
A rabies vaccine shortage in Ontario, Canada, caused by increased demand after a child's death and supply chain issues, is prompting Toronto to ration doses, prioritizing high-risk exposures; Health Canada is working to resolve the shortage.
Rabies Vaccine Shortage Prompts Rationing in Toronto
A rabies vaccine shortage in Ontario, Canada, caused by increased demand after a child's death and supply chain issues, is prompting Toronto to ration doses, prioritizing high-risk exposures; Health Canada is working to resolve the shortage.
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40% Bias Score
Trump Withdraws US from World Health Organization
President Trump signed an executive order withdrawing the United States from the World Health Organization (WHO) on Monday, citing mishandling of the COVID-19 pandemic and unfair financial contributions, a decision opposed by public health experts who warn of significant negative consequences for gl...
Trump Withdraws US from World Health Organization
President Trump signed an executive order withdrawing the United States from the World Health Organization (WHO) on Monday, citing mishandling of the COVID-19 pandemic and unfair financial contributions, a decision opposed by public health experts who warn of significant negative consequences for gl...
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40% Bias Score
Trump Administration Halts Health Agency Communications Amid Bird Flu Outbreak
The Trump administration has ordered a pause on external communications from federal health agencies, including the CDC, FDA, and NIH, raising concerns about the potential impact on public health given the ongoing H5N1 bird flu outbreak and lack of transparency.
Trump Administration Halts Health Agency Communications Amid Bird Flu Outbreak
The Trump administration has ordered a pause on external communications from federal health agencies, including the CDC, FDA, and NIH, raising concerns about the potential impact on public health given the ongoing H5N1 bird flu outbreak and lack of transparency.
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40% Bias Score
Surge in Four Viruses Strains US Healthcare Systems
Four viruses (influenza, COVID-19, RSV, and norovirus) are surging in the U.S., causing widespread illness and impacting healthcare systems, with the CDC reporting high positivity rates and increased hospital visits; vaccines are available for some, but not all, of the viruses.
Surge in Four Viruses Strains US Healthcare Systems
Four viruses (influenza, COVID-19, RSV, and norovirus) are surging in the U.S., causing widespread illness and impacting healthcare systems, with the CDC reporting high positivity rates and increased hospital visits; vaccines are available for some, but not all, of the viruses.
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40% Bias Score
Post-Pandemic Surge in Child Deaths in England
A study published in PLOS Medicine reveals a significant rise in child deaths in England post-pandemic, with 258 more deaths than expected in 2022-23 compared to the pandemic's temporary decrease; disparities widened, impacting non-white and poor children.
Post-Pandemic Surge in Child Deaths in England
A study published in PLOS Medicine reveals a significant rise in child deaths in England post-pandemic, with 258 more deaths than expected in 2022-23 compared to the pandemic's temporary decrease; disparities widened, impacting non-white and poor children.
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36% Bias Score
Record Norovirus Surge Overwhelms England's Hospitals
England's hospitals are facing an unprecedented surge in norovirus cases, reaching the highest level since January 2020, overwhelming hospitals already struggling with high flu rates and delayed discharges, leading to dangerously high bed occupancy rates of 96 percent.
Record Norovirus Surge Overwhelms England's Hospitals
England's hospitals are facing an unprecedented surge in norovirus cases, reaching the highest level since January 2020, overwhelming hospitals already struggling with high flu rates and delayed discharges, leading to dangerously high bed occupancy rates of 96 percent.
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44% Bias Score
Long Island's Last Duck Farm Euthanizes 100,000 Birds Amid Bird Flu Outbreak
Over 100,000 ducks at Crescent Duck Farm, the last commercial duck farm on Long Island, are being euthanized following a confirmed bird flu outbreak on January 17, 2025, prompting health officials to interview potentially exposed workers and provide preventative medications, while emphasizing minima...
Long Island's Last Duck Farm Euthanizes 100,000 Birds Amid Bird Flu Outbreak
Over 100,000 ducks at Crescent Duck Farm, the last commercial duck farm on Long Island, are being euthanized following a confirmed bird flu outbreak on January 17, 2025, prompting health officials to interview potentially exposed workers and provide preventative medications, while emphasizing minima...
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36% Bias Score
Common Drugs May Reduce Dementia Risk: Large-Scale Study
A study of over 130 million people found that common drugs like ibuprofen and antibiotics may reduce the risk of dementia, supporting the theory that infections might trigger some forms of the disease; however, experts say more research is needed.
Common Drugs May Reduce Dementia Risk: Large-Scale Study
A study of over 130 million people found that common drugs like ibuprofen and antibiotics may reduce the risk of dementia, supporting the theory that infections might trigger some forms of the disease; however, experts say more research is needed.
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40% Bias Score
Australia Calls for Total Ban on 'Forever Chemicals' in Consumer Goods
Australia's water providers are demanding a nationwide ban on PFAS, a family of cancer-causing 'forever chemicals' found in consumer goods, to prevent water contamination and associated health risks, costing millions in water treatment. The call to action was made at a senate inquiry on Wednesday.
Australia Calls for Total Ban on 'Forever Chemicals' in Consumer Goods
Australia's water providers are demanding a nationwide ban on PFAS, a family of cancer-causing 'forever chemicals' found in consumer goods, to prevent water contamination and associated health risks, costing millions in water treatment. The call to action was made at a senate inquiry on Wednesday.
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44% Bias Score
Sugary Drinks Linked to Millions of Diabetes and Cardiovascular Disease Cases Globally
A study in Nature Medicine estimates that 2.2 million new type 2 diabetes cases and 1.2 million new cardiovascular disease cases worldwide in 2020 are potentially linked to sugary drinks, with sub-Saharan Africa, Latin America, and the Caribbean showing the highest proportions; researchers suggest i...
Sugary Drinks Linked to Millions of Diabetes and Cardiovascular Disease Cases Globally
A study in Nature Medicine estimates that 2.2 million new type 2 diabetes cases and 1.2 million new cardiovascular disease cases worldwide in 2020 are potentially linked to sugary drinks, with sub-Saharan Africa, Latin America, and the Caribbean showing the highest proportions; researchers suggest i...
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40% Bias Score
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