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Accelerated MMR Vaccine Schedule Issued in Response to Measles Outbreak in Southwestern Ontario
Due to a significant measles outbreak in Southwestern Ontario with nearly 200 cases, health officials issued an accelerated MMR vaccine schedule for babies over six months and children under four, and for individuals traveling to affected regions, urging vaccination to prevent further spread and ser...
Accelerated MMR Vaccine Schedule Issued in Response to Measles Outbreak in Southwestern Ontario
Due to a significant measles outbreak in Southwestern Ontario with nearly 200 cases, health officials issued an accelerated MMR vaccine schedule for babies over six months and children under four, and for individuals traveling to affected regions, urging vaccination to prevent further spread and ser...
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20% Bias Score
Texas Measles Death Fuels Anti-Vaccine Movement
A 6-year-old girl in Texas died of measles in February 2024, the first such death in the US in two decades; her parents, in an interview with an anti-vaccine group, discouraged vaccination, fueling the anti-vaccine movement's narrative against vaccination, despite an ongoing measles outbreak in thei...
Texas Measles Death Fuels Anti-Vaccine Movement
A 6-year-old girl in Texas died of measles in February 2024, the first such death in the US in two decades; her parents, in an interview with an anti-vaccine group, discouraged vaccination, fueling the anti-vaccine movement's narrative against vaccination, despite an ongoing measles outbreak in thei...
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48% Bias Score
Kennedy's Controversial Avian Flu Proposal Sparks Outrage
US Health Secretary Robert Kennedy Jr. proposed letting avian flu spread unchecked in poultry farms to identify immune birds, a controversial idea supported by Agriculture Secretary Brook Rollins, despite warnings from veterinarians about the economic and animal welfare consequences, and the risk of...
Kennedy's Controversial Avian Flu Proposal Sparks Outrage
US Health Secretary Robert Kennedy Jr. proposed letting avian flu spread unchecked in poultry farms to identify immune birds, a controversial idea supported by Agriculture Secretary Brook Rollins, despite warnings from veterinarians about the economic and animal welfare consequences, and the risk of...
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52% Bias Score
Noise Pollution: A Silent Killer
Noise pollution, a pervasive global issue, causes significant health problems including heart attacks, type 2 diabetes, and dementia; studies show that in Barcelona alone, traffic noise leads to 300 heart attacks and 30 deaths annually.
Noise Pollution: A Silent Killer
Noise pollution, a pervasive global issue, causes significant health problems including heart attacks, type 2 diabetes, and dementia; studies show that in Barcelona alone, traffic noise leads to 300 heart attacks and 30 deaths annually.
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28% Bias Score
Spain's Congress Rejects Bill for National Public Health Agency
The Spanish Congress rejected a bill to create a National Public Health Agency (AESAP) by a vote of 167 to 176, with two abstentions, due to opposition from the PP, Vox, and Junts parties, raising concerns about Spain's preparedness for future health crises.
Spain's Congress Rejects Bill for National Public Health Agency
The Spanish Congress rejected a bill to create a National Public Health Agency (AESAP) by a vote of 167 to 176, with two abstentions, due to opposition from the PP, Vox, and Junts parties, raising concerns about Spain's preparedness for future health crises.
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56% Bias Score
Mexico Relaunches Vaccination Campaign Amid Measles and Pertussis Outbreak
Mexico will restart its National Vaccination Weeks in April due to a measles and pertussis outbreak causing 288 and 43 cases respectively, including one death; low vaccination rates (around 65%) and distribution issues are key factors.
Mexico Relaunches Vaccination Campaign Amid Measles and Pertussis Outbreak
Mexico will restart its National Vaccination Weeks in April due to a measles and pertussis outbreak causing 288 and 43 cases respectively, including one death; low vaccination rates (around 65%) and distribution issues are key factors.
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32% Bias Score
Three Cities Recognized for Innovative NCD Prevention Strategies
Córdoba, Argentina, replaced unhealthy school snacks with healthier options; Fortaleza, Brazil, installed air quality and heat sensors to combat pollution and extreme heat; and Greater Manchester, UK, expanded smoke-free public spaces—all recognized at a Healthy Cities Alliance summit for their inno...
Three Cities Recognized for Innovative NCD Prevention Strategies
Córdoba, Argentina, replaced unhealthy school snacks with healthier options; Fortaleza, Brazil, installed air quality and heat sensors to combat pollution and extreme heat; and Greater Manchester, UK, expanded smoke-free public spaces—all recognized at a Healthy Cities Alliance summit for their inno...
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36% Bias Score
Netherlands to Launch Legal Cannabis Sales Experiment
The Netherlands launches a controlled experiment on April 7, 2025, allowing ten municipalities' coffeeshops to sell legally sourced cannabis from licensed producers, aiming to combat crime and evaluate regulated cannabis sales' impact on public health and safety.
Netherlands to Launch Legal Cannabis Sales Experiment
The Netherlands launches a controlled experiment on April 7, 2025, allowing ten municipalities' coffeeshops to sell legally sourced cannabis from licensed producers, aiming to combat crime and evaluate regulated cannabis sales' impact on public health and safety.
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36% Bias Score
Measles Outbreaks Prompt Vaccine Questions
Measles outbreaks in Texas (279 cases) and New Mexico (38 cases) raise questions about vaccine boosters; the CDC recommends two doses, but most adults with two doses don't need another; outbreaks highlight the importance of complete vaccination.
Measles Outbreaks Prompt Vaccine Questions
Measles outbreaks in Texas (279 cases) and New Mexico (38 cases) raise questions about vaccine boosters; the CDC recommends two doses, but most adults with two doses don't need another; outbreaks highlight the importance of complete vaccination.
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36% Bias Score
Mexico City Tackles Childhood Obesity Crisis with Junk Food Ban and Nationwide Health Screenings
Mexico City is implementing a junk-food ban in schools and a nationwide health screening program to combat the country's childhood obesity crisis, projected to cost \$32.5 billion annually and affect 56% of children by 2035.
Mexico City Tackles Childhood Obesity Crisis with Junk Food Ban and Nationwide Health Screenings
Mexico City is implementing a junk-food ban in schools and a nationwide health screening program to combat the country's childhood obesity crisis, projected to cost \$32.5 billion annually and affect 56% of children by 2035.
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44% Bias Score
H7N9 Bird Flu Outbreak in Mississippi
A highly pathogenic avian influenza H7N9 strain was detected on a Mississippi poultry farm on March 13, infecting 47,654 chickens; this prompted immediate quarantine and depopulation measures, with no poultry entering the food system.
H7N9 Bird Flu Outbreak in Mississippi
A highly pathogenic avian influenza H7N9 strain was detected on a Mississippi poultry farm on March 13, infecting 47,654 chickens; this prompted immediate quarantine and depopulation measures, with no poultry entering the food system.
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40% Bias Score
Mexico City activates air contingency plan amid high ozone levels
Mexico City activated Phase 1 of its air contingency plan on Tuesday due to high ozone levels (155 ppb), implementing restrictions on outdoor activities, vehicle traffic, and industrial operations to improve air quality.
Mexico City activates air contingency plan amid high ozone levels
Mexico City activated Phase 1 of its air contingency plan on Tuesday due to high ozone levels (155 ppb), implementing restrictions on outdoor activities, vehicle traffic, and industrial operations to improve air quality.
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24% Bias Score
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