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Fluoridated Water Linked to Negative Long-Term Health and Economic Outcomes
A new study using data on over 20 million people shows that childhood exposure to fluoridated water is associated with lower high school graduation rates, reduced economic well-being, and poorer physical health in adulthood, challenging current public health recommendations.
Fluoridated Water Linked to Negative Long-Term Health and Economic Outcomes
A new study using data on over 20 million people shows that childhood exposure to fluoridated water is associated with lower high school graduation rates, reduced economic well-being, and poorer physical health in adulthood, challenging current public health recommendations.
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60% Bias Score
Tanzania Confirms One Marburg Virus Death After Initial Denial
Tanzania confirmed one death from the Marburg virus in the Kagera region, contradicting an earlier denial, while 25 suspected cases tested negative; this follows a WHO report of nine infections and eight deaths, and leverages experience from a 2023 outbreak in the same region.
Tanzania Confirms One Marburg Virus Death After Initial Denial
Tanzania confirmed one death from the Marburg virus in the Kagera region, contradicting an earlier denial, while 25 suspected cases tested negative; this follows a WHO report of nine infections and eight deaths, and leverages experience from a 2023 outbreak in the same region.
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36% Bias Score
Georgia Suspends Poultry Activities After Bird Flu Confirmation in Commercial Operation
On Friday, Georgia suspended all poultry activities after confirming bird flu in a commercial operation in Elbert County—the first such case since the 2022 nationwide outbreak—affecting approximately 45,000 broiler breeders and prompting quarantines within a 6-mile radius.
Georgia Suspends Poultry Activities After Bird Flu Confirmation in Commercial Operation
On Friday, Georgia suspended all poultry activities after confirming bird flu in a commercial operation in Elbert County—the first such case since the 2022 nationwide outbreak—affecting approximately 45,000 broiler breeders and prompting quarantines within a 6-mile radius.
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24% Bias Score
Somalia Bans Painkillers Amidst Growing Recreational Drug Use
Somalia's military court banned the sale of Tramadol and Pregabalin (Bili-bili) due to their recreational misuse, ordering law enforcement to seize the drugs and prosecute sellers.
Somalia Bans Painkillers Amidst Growing Recreational Drug Use
Somalia's military court banned the sale of Tramadol and Pregabalin (Bili-bili) due to their recreational misuse, ordering law enforcement to seize the drugs and prosecute sellers.
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48% Bias Score
37 Deaths in Istanbul from Counterfeit Alcohol
In Istanbul, 37 people died and 27 were intubated after consuming counterfeit alcohol over four days; authorities seized 33 tons of the substance.
37 Deaths in Istanbul from Counterfeit Alcohol
In Istanbul, 37 people died and 27 were intubated after consuming counterfeit alcohol over four days; authorities seized 33 tons of the substance.
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60% Bias Score
Biden Administration Appeals Court Ruling on Water Fluoridation Ban
The Biden administration is appealing a court decision that could allow the Trump administration to ban water fluoridation, a practice defended by public health experts for its cavity-prevention benefits, despite concerns about potential risks at higher exposure levels.
Biden Administration Appeals Court Ruling on Water Fluoridation Ban
The Biden administration is appealing a court decision that could allow the Trump administration to ban water fluoridation, a practice defended by public health experts for its cavity-prevention benefits, despite concerns about potential risks at higher exposure levels.
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52% Bias Score
NHS Cardiology Wait Times Force Man to Consider Private Treatment
77-year-old John Crockford from Bridlington faces a year-long wait for a cardiology appointment due to a backlog of 7.5 million patients within the NHS, forcing him to consider expensive private treatment to avoid potentially fatal delays.
NHS Cardiology Wait Times Force Man to Consider Private Treatment
77-year-old John Crockford from Bridlington faces a year-long wait for a cardiology appointment due to a backlog of 7.5 million patients within the NHS, forcing him to consider expensive private treatment to avoid potentially fatal delays.
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52% Bias Score
Germany Faces Potential Rat Plague Amid Rodenticide Licensing Debate
Several German industry associations and companies warn of a potential rat plague if the sale of rodenticides to private individuals is banned, citing health risks and pest control staff shortages; the BAuA counters by arguing for preventative measures and professional pest control.
Germany Faces Potential Rat Plague Amid Rodenticide Licensing Debate
Several German industry associations and companies warn of a potential rat plague if the sale of rodenticides to private individuals is banned, citing health risks and pest control staff shortages; the BAuA counters by arguing for preventative measures and professional pest control.
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52% Bias Score
Georgia Suspends Poultry Activities After Bird Flu Outbreak
Georgia suspended all poultry activities after confirming a bird flu case in an Elbert County commercial operation on Friday, impacting 45,000 broiler breeders and marking the first such case since 2022; this comes amid a national surge in bird flu cases, with nearly double the number of affected fl...
Georgia Suspends Poultry Activities After Bird Flu Outbreak
Georgia suspended all poultry activities after confirming a bird flu case in an Elbert County commercial operation on Friday, impacting 45,000 broiler breeders and marking the first such case since 2022; this comes amid a national surge in bird flu cases, with nearly double the number of affected fl...
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36% Bias Score
Electronic Device and Vehicle Sounds Trigger Negative Reactions in Vulnerable Individuals
Apple confirmed that AirPods Pro 2 self-calibrate with faint chimes, causing user complaints; meanwhile, Kia's Sportage and Sorento SUVs use chimes for various notifications, potentially triggering negative reactions in people with hyperacusis or misophonia.
Electronic Device and Vehicle Sounds Trigger Negative Reactions in Vulnerable Individuals
Apple confirmed that AirPods Pro 2 self-calibrate with faint chimes, causing user complaints; meanwhile, Kia's Sportage and Sorento SUVs use chimes for various notifications, potentially triggering negative reactions in people with hyperacusis or misophonia.
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44% Bias Score
Africa Faces Surge in Public Health Emergencies in 2024
The Africa CDC reported a sharp rise in public health emergencies in 2024, with 213 outbreaks—exceeding 2023's 166—primarily driven by cholera (204,115 cases, 3,747 deaths), measles (234,320 cases, 3,220 deaths), and Mpox (77,888 cases, 1,321 deaths) across 21 nations, demanding urgent investment in...
Africa Faces Surge in Public Health Emergencies in 2024
The Africa CDC reported a sharp rise in public health emergencies in 2024, with 213 outbreaks—exceeding 2023's 166—primarily driven by cholera (204,115 cases, 3,747 deaths), measles (234,320 cases, 3,220 deaths), and Mpox (77,888 cases, 1,321 deaths) across 21 nations, demanding urgent investment in...
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24% Bias Score
U.S. Invests $766 Million in mRNA Bird Flu Vaccine Amid Growing Pandemic Fears
The U.S. government is investing $766 million in Moderna to develop an mRNA bird flu vaccine due to the virus spreading to dairy cows and causing 67 human infections (one death), despite the CDC stating low public risk; the mRNA vaccine offers faster production than traditional methods.
U.S. Invests $766 Million in mRNA Bird Flu Vaccine Amid Growing Pandemic Fears
The U.S. government is investing $766 million in Moderna to develop an mRNA bird flu vaccine due to the virus spreading to dairy cows and causing 67 human infections (one death), despite the CDC stating low public risk; the mRNA vaccine offers faster production than traditional methods.
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52% Bias Score
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