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Texas Measles Outbreak: 220 Infections, Largest in 30 Years
A measles outbreak in Texas has infected over 220 people, mostly children, across multiple counties, marking the state's largest outbreak in 30 years, linked to low vaccination rates and spreading to other states.
Texas Measles Outbreak: 220 Infections, Largest in 30 Years
A measles outbreak in Texas has infected over 220 people, mostly children, across multiple counties, marking the state's largest outbreak in 30 years, linked to low vaccination rates and spreading to other states.
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40% Bias Score
NHS IT Error Leads to 10 Cancer Deaths, Thousands Miss Screenings
An IT error in the NHS resulted in over 5,000 patients not receiving cancer screening invitations, leading to 10 confirmed deaths and up to 10 more cancer diagnoses; the NHS is contacting those affected and implementing new measures to prevent future occurrences.
NHS IT Error Leads to 10 Cancer Deaths, Thousands Miss Screenings
An IT error in the NHS resulted in over 5,000 patients not receiving cancer screening invitations, leading to 10 confirmed deaths and up to 10 more cancer diagnoses; the NHS is contacting those affected and implementing new measures to prevent future occurrences.
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40% Bias Score
3,700 Heat-Related Deaths in France During Summer 2024
France's summer 2024 heatwave, though less intense than previous years, resulted in 3,700 heat-related deaths (2% of total fatalities), primarily affecting the elderly and those with chronic conditions; the south-east was most impacted.
3,700 Heat-Related Deaths in France During Summer 2024
France's summer 2024 heatwave, though less intense than previous years, resulted in 3,700 heat-related deaths (2% of total fatalities), primarily affecting the elderly and those with chronic conditions; the south-east was most impacted.
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32% Bias Score
Kennedy Meets Food Industry Leaders to Discuss Food Safety and Transparency
On Monday, HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. met with food industry leaders, including Kraft Heinz and PepsiCo, to discuss his "Make America Healthy Again" agenda focused on improving food safety and transparency, prompting discussions about removing toxins from the food supply and increasing tran...
Kennedy Meets Food Industry Leaders to Discuss Food Safety and Transparency
On Monday, HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. met with food industry leaders, including Kraft Heinz and PepsiCo, to discuss his "Make America Healthy Again" agenda focused on improving food safety and transparency, prompting discussions about removing toxins from the food supply and increasing tran...
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48% Bias Score
2009 CDC Conflict of Interest Report: Kennedy's Claims Examined
A 2009 Office of Inspector General report found 97% of CDC advisory committee members had errors or omissions in their financial disclosure forms; however, further investigation revealed that only 3% voted on issues where they should have recused themselves, raising questions about the accuracy and ...
2009 CDC Conflict of Interest Report: Kennedy's Claims Examined
A 2009 Office of Inspector General report found 97% of CDC advisory committee members had errors or omissions in their financial disclosure forms; however, further investigation revealed that only 3% voted on issues where they should have recused themselves, raising questions about the accuracy and ...
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40% Bias Score
U.S. Fentanyl Overdose Deaths Decline Significantly
Fatal fentanyl overdoses in the U.S. have dropped 24% from peak levels nationwide, with all 50 states showing improvement, resulting in an estimated 25,000 fewer annual deaths; however, severe addiction and chronic illness persist.
U.S. Fentanyl Overdose Deaths Decline Significantly
Fatal fentanyl overdoses in the U.S. have dropped 24% from peak levels nationwide, with all 50 states showing improvement, resulting in an estimated 25,000 fewer annual deaths; however, severe addiction and chronic illness persist.
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48% Bias Score
Texas Measles Outbreak Exposes Healthcare Disparities
Texas is battling a major measles outbreak, with 198 of 222 national cases concentrated in the state's largely rural west, where 25% of counties lack hospitals, low vaccination rates fuel the crisis, and misinformation further complicates the response.
Texas Measles Outbreak Exposes Healthcare Disparities
Texas is battling a major measles outbreak, with 198 of 222 national cases concentrated in the state's largely rural west, where 25% of counties lack hospitals, low vaccination rates fuel the crisis, and misinformation further complicates the response.
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44% Bias Score
Weldon's CDC Nomination Raises Public Health Concerns
Dr. Dave Weldon's nomination to lead the CDC is raising concerns due to his anti-abortion stance and past actions, including introducing legislation that allows federal courts to intervene in end-of-life decisions, jeopardizing public health initiatives addressing maternal mortality and reproductive...
Weldon's CDC Nomination Raises Public Health Concerns
Dr. Dave Weldon's nomination to lead the CDC is raising concerns due to his anti-abortion stance and past actions, including introducing legislation that allows federal courts to intervene in end-of-life decisions, jeopardizing public health initiatives addressing maternal mortality and reproductive...
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64% Bias Score
Texas Measles Outbreak Reaches 223 Cases, One Death Reported
A measles outbreak in western Texas has reached 223 confirmed cases, with one death, primarily affecting unvaccinated children and teenagers; the rise in vaccination exemptions is a key factor.
Texas Measles Outbreak Reaches 223 Cases, One Death Reported
A measles outbreak in western Texas has reached 223 confirmed cases, with one death, primarily affecting unvaccinated children and teenagers; the rise in vaccination exemptions is a key factor.
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36% Bias Score
Limited Access to Weight Loss Drugs on Scotland's NHS
Currently, in Scotland, only NHS patients with a BMI over 38 and at least one weight-related health condition can access weight loss drugs like Mounjaro and Wegovy due to cost and the scale of obesity; however, private prescriptions are readily available, exceeding one million individuals.
Limited Access to Weight Loss Drugs on Scotland's NHS
Currently, in Scotland, only NHS patients with a BMI over 38 and at least one weight-related health condition can access weight loss drugs like Mounjaro and Wegovy due to cost and the scale of obesity; however, private prescriptions are readily available, exceeding one million individuals.
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36% Bias Score
Measles Outbreak at Dulles Airport Spurs Urgent Contact Tracing
A confirmed measles case at Washington Dulles International Airport on March 5th, between 4 p.m. and 9 p.m., is prompting health officials to trace contacts among passengers and airport personnel. Simultaneous outbreaks in Texas and Florida, including fatalities, underscore the urgent need for vacci...
Measles Outbreak at Dulles Airport Spurs Urgent Contact Tracing
A confirmed measles case at Washington Dulles International Airport on March 5th, between 4 p.m. and 9 p.m., is prompting health officials to trace contacts among passengers and airport personnel. Simultaneous outbreaks in Texas and Florida, including fatalities, underscore the urgent need for vacci...
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48% Bias Score
Germany Proposes New Expert Council to Improve Healthcare Crisis Response
The German expert council on health and resilience recommends a new interdisciplinary coordinating body for scientific policy advice in healthcare, aiming to improve crisis preparedness and address the shortcomings observed during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Germany Proposes New Expert Council to Improve Healthcare Crisis Response
The German expert council on health and resilience recommends a new interdisciplinary coordinating body for scientific policy advice in healthcare, aiming to improve crisis preparedness and address the shortcomings observed during the COVID-19 pandemic.
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36% Bias Score
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