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First US Death from Avian Influenza H5N1 Raises Transmission Concerns
The US reports its first human death from avian influenza H5N1, a patient over 65 with underlying conditions in Louisiana who contracted it from poultry and wild birds; this raises concerns about human-to-human transmission as mutations were detected in the virus sample.
First US Death from Avian Influenza H5N1 Raises Transmission Concerns
The US reports its first human death from avian influenza H5N1, a patient over 65 with underlying conditions in Louisiana who contracted it from poultry and wild birds; this raises concerns about human-to-human transmission as mutations were detected in the virus sample.
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36% Bias Score
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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48% 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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36% Bias Score
HMPV Surge in China and India
A surge in Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV) infections, particularly among children under 14, is occurring in northern China and India, causing increased strain on healthcare systems, although the overall number of respiratory illnesses is projected to be lower than last year.
HMPV Surge in China and India
A surge in Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV) infections, particularly among children under 14, is occurring in northern China and India, causing increased strain on healthcare systems, although the overall number of respiratory illnesses is projected to be lower than last year.
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32% Bias Score
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
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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44% Bias Score
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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36% Bias Score
FDA Issues Non-Enforceable Lead Limits for Baby Food
The FDA issued non-enforceable guidelines limiting lead in most processed baby foods to 10 parts per billion and 20 ppb for root vegetables and dry cereals, prompting criticism for being insufficient and too late to prevent harm from prior exposure.
FDA Issues Non-Enforceable Lead Limits for Baby Food
The FDA issued non-enforceable guidelines limiting lead in most processed baby foods to 10 parts per billion and 20 ppb for root vegetables and dry cereals, prompting criticism for being insufficient and too late to prevent harm from prior exposure.
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44% Bias Score
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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44% Bias Score
First Clade 1b Mpox Case Confirmed in France
France confirms its first case of clade 1b Mpox in Brittany; an individual with no Central African travel history, but contact with two returning travelers, tested positive. Health officials highlight low general risk but stress prevention measures for vulnerable populations.
First Clade 1b Mpox Case Confirmed in France
France confirms its first case of clade 1b Mpox in Brittany; an individual with no Central African travel history, but contact with two returning travelers, tested positive. Health officials highlight low general risk but stress prevention measures for vulnerable populations.
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40% Bias Score
British Tourist Dies in Thailand After Ingesting Contaminated Drugs
A British woman, Rebecca Turner, died in a Bangkok hotel room after unknowingly consuming a lethal mixture of nine drugs, including painkillers and sleeping pills, highlighting the dangers of unregulated drug markets.
British Tourist Dies in Thailand After Ingesting Contaminated Drugs
A British woman, Rebecca Turner, died in a Bangkok hotel room after unknowingly consuming a lethal mixture of nine drugs, including painkillers and sleeping pills, highlighting the dangers of unregulated drug markets.
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48% Bias Score
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