Proposed Sugary Drinks Tax Aims to Curb Australia's Obesity Crisis
Australia's high rates of obesity and type 2 diabetes, linked to excessive sugar consumption, could be mitigated by a proposed sugary drinks tax estimated to generate $500 million annually while reducing healthcare costs and sugar intake.
Proposed Sugary Drinks Tax Aims to Curb Australia's Obesity Crisis
Australia's high rates of obesity and type 2 diabetes, linked to excessive sugar consumption, could be mitigated by a proposed sugary drinks tax estimated to generate $500 million annually while reducing healthcare costs and sugar intake.
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56% Bias Score
Norovirus Outbreak: Millions Ill, Prevention Key
Norovirus, the leading cause of foodborne illness in the US, is responsible for millions of illnesses and hospitalizations annually; it spreads through direct contact and contaminated surfaces, causing nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, and stomach cramps, and is preventable through handwashing and surface...
Norovirus Outbreak: Millions Ill, Prevention Key
Norovirus, the leading cause of foodborne illness in the US, is responsible for millions of illnesses and hospitalizations annually; it spreads through direct contact and contaminated surfaces, causing nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, and stomach cramps, and is preventable through handwashing and surface...
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12% Bias Score
Italy Launches National Platform to Tackle Healthcare Waiting Lists
Italy launches a national platform to monitor healthcare waiting lists, aiming to enforce timely access to medical services by addressing data collection inconsistencies and imposing penalties for non-compliance; however, long-term success hinges on increased funding and systemic reforms.
Italy Launches National Platform to Tackle Healthcare Waiting Lists
Italy launches a national platform to monitor healthcare waiting lists, aiming to enforce timely access to medical services by addressing data collection inconsistencies and imposing penalties for non-compliance; however, long-term success hinges on increased funding and systemic reforms.
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44% Bias Score
Record Number of Older Brits Hospitalized After Smoking Cannabis
A record 2,700+ older adults in England were hospitalized for cannabis-related issues between April 2023 and March 2024, a 56% rise since pre-pandemic levels and a 650% increase compared to a decade ago, due to self-medication and misconceptions about cannabis safety; additionally, 22 children under...
Record Number of Older Brits Hospitalized After Smoking Cannabis
A record 2,700+ older adults in England were hospitalized for cannabis-related issues between April 2023 and March 2024, a 56% rise since pre-pandemic levels and a 650% increase compared to a decade ago, due to self-medication and misconceptions about cannabis safety; additionally, 22 children under...
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60% Bias Score
Whooping Cough Cases Explode in Queensland Amid Declining Vaccination Rates
Queensland experienced a record-high 14,783 whooping cough cases in 2024, a 16-fold increase from 2023, attributed to declining vaccination rates and the end of COVID-19 preventative measures; one infant death was reported.
Whooping Cough Cases Explode in Queensland Amid Declining Vaccination Rates
Queensland experienced a record-high 14,783 whooping cough cases in 2024, a 16-fold increase from 2023, attributed to declining vaccination rates and the end of COVID-19 preventative measures; one infant death was reported.
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44% Bias Score
Severe H5N1 Case in Canadian Teen Highlights Risk of Human-to-Human Transmission
A study of 46 confirmed US H5N1 human infections reveals mostly mild cases, but a severely ill Canadian teen, infected with a mutated variant (D1.1), raises concerns about human-to-human transmission. The source of the teen's infection remains unknown, highlighting the need for improved surveillance...
Severe H5N1 Case in Canadian Teen Highlights Risk of Human-to-Human Transmission
A study of 46 confirmed US H5N1 human infections reveals mostly mild cases, but a severely ill Canadian teen, infected with a mutated variant (D1.1), raises concerns about human-to-human transmission. The source of the teen's infection remains unknown, highlighting the need for improved surveillance...
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48% Bias Score
Quadruple Viral Surge Overwhelms US Hospitals
A surge in flu, Covid-19, RSV, and norovirus infections is overwhelming US hospitals, causing thousands of hospitalizations and deaths; this is linked to post-holiday gatherings and weakened immunity.
Quadruple Viral Surge Overwhelms US Hospitals
A surge in flu, Covid-19, RSV, and norovirus infections is overwhelming US hospitals, causing thousands of hospitalizations and deaths; this is linked to post-holiday gatherings and weakened immunity.
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32% Bias Score
Canadian Drug Overdose Deaths Fall in First Half of 2024
Preliminary data shows an 11 percent decrease in Canadian opioid-related deaths in the first half of 2024 compared to the same period in 2023, with Alberta, British Columbia, and Ontario showing significant reductions, although some provinces experienced increases. This follows a similar trend in th...
Canadian Drug Overdose Deaths Fall in First Half of 2024
Preliminary data shows an 11 percent decrease in Canadian opioid-related deaths in the first half of 2024 compared to the same period in 2023, with Alberta, British Columbia, and Ontario showing significant reductions, although some provinces experienced increases. This follows a similar trend in th...
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36% Bias Score
Dutch Fireworks Ban Ineffective: Nationwide Measures Needed
Despite local fireworks bans in 19 Dutch municipalities, injuries remain high due to conflicting government messaging and lack of enforcement; experts advocate for a nationwide ban and improved public education.
Dutch Fireworks Ban Ineffective: Nationwide Measures Needed
Despite local fireworks bans in 19 Dutch municipalities, injuries remain high due to conflicting government messaging and lack of enforcement; experts advocate for a nationwide ban and improved public education.
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44% Bias Score
2025 Public Health Outlook: Bird Flu, Social Media, Weight-Loss Drugs, and Vaccine Progress
The year 2025 may see rising bird flu cases, potentially signaling human-to-human transmission; increased regulation of adolescent social media use due to its mental health impact; growing awareness of weight-loss drugs' side effects; and progress in preventing cervical cancer and malaria deaths thr...
2025 Public Health Outlook: Bird Flu, Social Media, Weight-Loss Drugs, and Vaccine Progress
The year 2025 may see rising bird flu cases, potentially signaling human-to-human transmission; increased regulation of adolescent social media use due to its mental health impact; growing awareness of weight-loss drugs' side effects; and progress in preventing cervical cancer and malaria deaths thr...
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44% Bias Score
Belgium Expands Smoking and Vaping Ban, Bans Disposable Vapes
Belgium expands its smoking and vaping ban to public spaces, including zoos, playgrounds, and sports fields, with a 10-meter buffer zone around schools and healthcare facilities; disposable vapes are banned, aiming for a smoke-free generation by 2040, while Milan also tightens its smoking restrictio...
Belgium Expands Smoking and Vaping Ban, Bans Disposable Vapes
Belgium expands its smoking and vaping ban to public spaces, including zoos, playgrounds, and sports fields, with a 10-meter buffer zone around schools and healthcare facilities; disposable vapes are banned, aiming for a smoke-free generation by 2040, while Milan also tightens its smoking restrictio...
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36% Bias Score
England to Expand Water Fluoridation Despite Safety Concerns
England plans to expand water fluoridation to millions more people to improve dental health, despite concerns about potential negative effects on IQ and cost-effectiveness, as highlighted by conflicting studies and the transfer of responsibility for the program from local authorities to the Departme...
England to Expand Water Fluoridation Despite Safety Concerns
England plans to expand water fluoridation to millions more people to improve dental health, despite concerns about potential negative effects on IQ and cost-effectiveness, as highlighted by conflicting studies and the transfer of responsibility for the program from local authorities to the Departme...
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36% Bias Score