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Microplastics Boost Antibiotic Resistance in E. coli Biofilms
A study found that microplastics significantly enhance the antibiotic resistance of E. coli biofilms, with E. coli grown on microplastics exhibiting faster growth, larger size, and dramatically increased resistance to four common antibiotics compared to those grown on glass beads, even after removal...
Microplastics Boost Antibiotic Resistance in E. coli Biofilms
A study found that microplastics significantly enhance the antibiotic resistance of E. coli biofilms, with E. coli grown on microplastics exhibiting faster growth, larger size, and dramatically increased resistance to four common antibiotics compared to those grown on glass beads, even after removal...
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24% Bias Score
U.S. Measles Outbreak: 318 Cases Confirmed Across 12 States
A measles outbreak in the U.S. has resulted in at least 318 confirmed cases across 12 states as of March 11, with Texas reporting the highest number (223 cases) and one death; most cases involve unvaccinated individuals, primarily school-aged children.
U.S. Measles Outbreak: 318 Cases Confirmed Across 12 States
A measles outbreak in the U.S. has resulted in at least 318 confirmed cases across 12 states as of March 11, with Texas reporting the highest number (223 cases) and one death; most cases involve unvaccinated individuals, primarily school-aged children.
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40% Bias Score
Unprecedented Measles Outbreak in Ontario: 372 Cases, Exceeding Decade Total
A massive measles outbreak in Southwestern Ontario has resulted in 372 cases across 11 health units since October 2024, with nearly 200 cases reported in the past two weeks alone, exceeding the total number from 2013-2023. The outbreak is primarily affecting unvaccinated children, highlighting the i...
Unprecedented Measles Outbreak in Ontario: 372 Cases, Exceeding Decade Total
A massive measles outbreak in Southwestern Ontario has resulted in 372 cases across 11 health units since October 2024, with nearly 200 cases reported in the past two weeks alone, exceeding the total number from 2013-2023. The outbreak is primarily affecting unvaccinated children, highlighting the i...
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Trump Withdraws Controversial CDC Nominee Amid Vaccine Safety Concerns
President Trump withdrew Dr. David Weldon's nomination to lead the CDC on Thursday, just before his Senate confirmation hearing, due to insufficient support stemming from his past anti-vaccine statements, marking the first time a Senate confirmation was required for this position.
Trump Withdraws Controversial CDC Nominee Amid Vaccine Safety Concerns
President Trump withdrew Dr. David Weldon's nomination to lead the CDC on Thursday, just before his Senate confirmation hearing, due to insufficient support stemming from his past anti-vaccine statements, marking the first time a Senate confirmation was required for this position.
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56% Bias Score
European Breast Cancer Mortality Rates to Decline in 2025
A new study projects a decrease in breast cancer mortality rates in Europe by 2025, with a 4% decline in the EU and 6% in the UK compared to 2020, attributed to improved screening, diagnosis, and treatment; however, mortality rates are not projected to decrease for women over 80 in most European cou...
European Breast Cancer Mortality Rates to Decline in 2025
A new study projects a decrease in breast cancer mortality rates in Europe by 2025, with a 4% decline in the EU and 6% in the UK compared to 2020, attributed to improved screening, diagnosis, and treatment; however, mortality rates are not projected to decrease for women over 80 in most European cou...
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36% Bias Score
Record Fentanyl Bust in California Leads to Three Arrests
On January 22, 2024, California authorities seized over 50 pounds of fentanyl (14 million lethal doses) in Downey, leading to the arrest of three individuals accused of trafficking, highlighting the state's largest fentanyl bust and the escalating opioid crisis.
Record Fentanyl Bust in California Leads to Three Arrests
On January 22, 2024, California authorities seized over 50 pounds of fentanyl (14 million lethal doses) in Downey, leading to the arrest of three individuals accused of trafficking, highlighting the state's largest fentanyl bust and the escalating opioid crisis.
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China Faces Obesity Crisis: 70% of Adults at Risk
China's National Health Commission warns that without intervention, over 70% of adults and 32% of children will be overweight or obese in five years, driven by lifestyle changes, urbanization, and the rise of fast food; this will cost 22% of all medical expenses by 2030.
China Faces Obesity Crisis: 70% of Adults at Risk
China's National Health Commission warns that without intervention, over 70% of adults and 32% of children will be overweight or obese in five years, driven by lifestyle changes, urbanization, and the rise of fast food; this will cost 22% of all medical expenses by 2030.
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36% Bias Score
Measles Cases Surge Across Europe, Exceeding 32,000
Over 32,000 measles cases were reported in the European Union, Iceland, Liechtenstein, and Norway between early 2024 and early 2025—a sharp increase from under 2,400 in 2023, with Romania reporting the most cases (27,568) and a majority of infections affecting unvaccinated individuals, many under 4 ...
Measles Cases Surge Across Europe, Exceeding 32,000
Over 32,000 measles cases were reported in the European Union, Iceland, Liechtenstein, and Norway between early 2024 and early 2025—a sharp increase from under 2,400 in 2023, with Romania reporting the most cases (27,568) and a majority of infections affecting unvaccinated individuals, many under 4 ...
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32% Bias Score
Trump CDC Nominee Withdraws Amid Anti-Vaccine Controversy
Dave Weldon withdrew his nomination to lead the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) on Tuesday, amid controversy surrounding his anti-vaccine views and recent measles outbreaks in Texas and New Mexico. His withdrawal follows the appointment of Robert F. Kennedy Jr., another anti-vaccine...
Trump CDC Nominee Withdraws Amid Anti-Vaccine Controversy
Dave Weldon withdrew his nomination to lead the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) on Tuesday, amid controversy surrounding his anti-vaccine views and recent measles outbreaks in Texas and New Mexico. His withdrawal follows the appointment of Robert F. Kennedy Jr., another anti-vaccine...
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48% Bias Score
China Faces Looming Obesity Crisis
China's National Health Commission warns that over 70 percent of adults and 32 percent of children could be overweight or obese in five years due to lifestyle changes, resulting in a projected 22 percent of medical costs being obesity-related by 2030.
China Faces Looming Obesity Crisis
China's National Health Commission warns that over 70 percent of adults and 32 percent of children could be overweight or obese in five years due to lifestyle changes, resulting in a projected 22 percent of medical costs being obesity-related by 2030.
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40% Bias Score
900+ Sue Schiphol for Airport Noise-Related Health Issues
Over 900 people sued Schiphol Airport and the Dutch state on Wednesday for health issues caused by excessive nighttime noise, claiming years of sleep disruption resulting in physical and psychological harm; the case highlights the inadequacy of previous noise reduction measures.
900+ Sue Schiphol for Airport Noise-Related Health Issues
Over 900 people sued Schiphol Airport and the Dutch state on Wednesday for health issues caused by excessive nighttime noise, claiming years of sleep disruption resulting in physical and psychological harm; the case highlights the inadequacy of previous noise reduction measures.
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48% Bias Score
Air Pollution: Only 17% of Cities Meet Global Standards
A new report reveals that only 17% of cities globally meet air quality guidelines, with India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Congo, and Chad showing the worst air pollution; the report highlights the need for improved monitoring and stricter regulations to address the severe health impacts of air pollution.
Air Pollution: Only 17% of Cities Meet Global Standards
A new report reveals that only 17% of cities globally meet air quality guidelines, with India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Congo, and Chad showing the worst air pollution; the report highlights the need for improved monitoring and stricter regulations to address the severe health impacts of air pollution.
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24% Bias Score
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