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Liberia Strengthens Mpox Surveillance Amidst Sierra Leone Outbreak
Liberia's health authorities are strengthening cross-border surveillance to curb Mpox spread from neighboring Sierra Leone, which has 1,904 active cases, 14 deaths, and a limited vaccine supply; Liberia currently has five active cases.
Liberia Strengthens Mpox Surveillance Amidst Sierra Leone Outbreak
Liberia's health authorities are strengthening cross-border surveillance to curb Mpox spread from neighboring Sierra Leone, which has 1,904 active cases, 14 deaths, and a limited vaccine supply; Liberia currently has five active cases.
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20% Bias Score
U.S. Measles Cases Surge to 1,046, Exceeding 2019 Levels
As of Friday, 1,046 measles cases have been confirmed across 30 U.S. states, exceeding 2019 levels and marking the second highest total in 25 years; 96% of cases involve unvaccinated individuals, resulting in a 12% hospitalization rate and three deaths, raising concerns about declining vaccination r...
U.S. Measles Cases Surge to 1,046, Exceeding 2019 Levels
As of Friday, 1,046 measles cases have been confirmed across 30 U.S. states, exceeding 2019 levels and marking the second highest total in 25 years; 96% of cases involve unvaccinated individuals, resulting in a 12% hospitalization rate and three deaths, raising concerns about declining vaccination r...
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40% Bias Score
Mexico Measles Outbreak: 1,003 Cases, 4 Deaths"
Mexico's measles outbreak has reached 1,003 confirmed cases, with Chihuahua state reporting 47 new cases and two unvaccinated children's deaths in the last 24 hours, highlighting the urgent need for vaccination in at-risk communities.
Mexico Measles Outbreak: 1,003 Cases, 4 Deaths"
Mexico's measles outbreak has reached 1,003 confirmed cases, with Chihuahua state reporting 47 new cases and two unvaccinated children's deaths in the last 24 hours, highlighting the urgent need for vaccination in at-risk communities.
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40% Bias Score
FDA Recommends Covid-19 Vaccine Update, Mandating Trials for Healthy Individuals
The FDA recommends updating Covid-19 vaccines to target the LP.8.1 strain, the dominant U.S. variant, but new rules mandate placebo-controlled trials for healthy individuals, potentially delaying widespread access while over 100 million remain eligible.
FDA Recommends Covid-19 Vaccine Update, Mandating Trials for Healthy Individuals
The FDA recommends updating Covid-19 vaccines to target the LP.8.1 strain, the dominant U.S. variant, but new rules mandate placebo-controlled trials for healthy individuals, potentially delaying widespread access while over 100 million remain eligible.
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40% Bias Score
Highly Infectious Covid Variant NB.1.8.1 Detected in US
A new, highly infectious Covid variant, NB.1.8.1, originating in China, has been detected in several US states among international travelers, causing concern despite no current major US surge; the variant is linked to increased hospitalizations in China, Taiwan, and Hong Kong.
Highly Infectious Covid Variant NB.1.8.1 Detected in US
A new, highly infectious Covid variant, NB.1.8.1, originating in China, has been detected in several US states among international travelers, causing concern despite no current major US surge; the variant is linked to increased hospitalizations in China, Taiwan, and Hong Kong.
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40% Bias Score
Data Visualization Analysis: Prisons, Measles Vaccines, and Australian Elections
This week's newsletter analyzes various data visualizations, including an investigation into over 30 Victorian-era prisons in the UK, a chart demonstrating the effectiveness of measles vaccines, and post-election analysis in Australia using a triangle chart to compare vote changes.
Data Visualization Analysis: Prisons, Measles Vaccines, and Australian Elections
This week's newsletter analyzes various data visualizations, including an investigation into over 30 Victorian-era prisons in the UK, a chart demonstrating the effectiveness of measles vaccines, and post-election analysis in Australia using a triangle chart to compare vote changes.
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28% Bias Score
Alcohol-Associated Cancer Deaths Double in the U.S. from 1990 to 2021
New research reveals U.S. alcohol-associated cancer deaths doubled from 1990 to 2021, rising from 11,896 to 23,207; mortality rates were higher in males and those over 55, with Washington, D.C. having the highest rate and Utah the lowest.
Alcohol-Associated Cancer Deaths Double in the U.S. from 1990 to 2021
New research reveals U.S. alcohol-associated cancer deaths doubled from 1990 to 2021, rising from 11,896 to 23,207; mortality rates were higher in males and those over 55, with Washington, D.C. having the highest rate and Utah the lowest.
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36% Bias Score
Children's Health Report Omits Key Factors, Fuels Political Debate
A new report on children's health omits key causes of death (car crashes, firearms) and beneficial practices (water fluoridation), while focusing on issues aligned with the Health Secretary's pre-existing views (ultra-processed foods, chemical exposure).
Children's Health Report Omits Key Factors, Fuels Political Debate
A new report on children's health omits key causes of death (car crashes, firearms) and beneficial practices (water fluoridation), while focusing on issues aligned with the Health Secretary's pre-existing views (ultra-processed foods, chemical exposure).
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56% Bias Score
Cold Sores Linked to Increased Alzheimer's Risk
A new study of 344,628 case-control pairs found an 80% higher chance of an HSV-1 diagnosis in those with Alzheimer's; anti-herpetic medication reduced Alzheimer's risk by 17%, suggesting a potential role for viral prevention in public health.
Cold Sores Linked to Increased Alzheimer's Risk
A new study of 344,628 case-control pairs found an 80% higher chance of an HSV-1 diagnosis in those with Alzheimer's; anti-herpetic medication reduced Alzheimer's risk by 17%, suggesting a potential role for viral prevention in public health.
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48% Bias Score
U.S. Alcohol-Associated Cancer Deaths Double Since 1990
A new study reveals that alcohol-associated cancer deaths in the U.S. doubled between 1990 and 2021, rising from 11,896 to 23,207, disproportionately impacting men and those 55 and older; the increase highlights alcohol as a significant carcinogen and underscores the need for targeted prevention eff...
U.S. Alcohol-Associated Cancer Deaths Double Since 1990
A new study reveals that alcohol-associated cancer deaths in the U.S. doubled between 1990 and 2021, rising from 11,896 to 23,207, disproportionately impacting men and those 55 and older; the increase highlights alcohol as a significant carcinogen and underscores the need for targeted prevention eff...
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32% Bias Score
Gait Variability in Youth Predicts Fall Risk in Old Age
Scientists at Stanford University found an 86% accurate method to predict fall risk in older people by analyzing three gait measurements in young adults (24-31 years old): step width variability, step timing differences, and foot placement consistency, potentially saving lives and billions in health...
Gait Variability in Youth Predicts Fall Risk in Old Age
Scientists at Stanford University found an 86% accurate method to predict fall risk in older people by analyzing three gait measurements in young adults (24-31 years old): step width variability, step timing differences, and foot placement consistency, potentially saving lives and billions in health...
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20% Bias Score
Johnson Favored Stricter Covid-19 Rules, Inquiry Hears
Boris Johnson pushed for stricter Covid-19 self-isolation rules, favoring "punishments" over incentives, as revealed in Lord Patrick Vallance's diary entries; this approach contrasted with advice suggesting financial support as a more effective strategy.
Johnson Favored Stricter Covid-19 Rules, Inquiry Hears
Boris Johnson pushed for stricter Covid-19 self-isolation rules, favoring "punishments" over incentives, as revealed in Lord Patrick Vallance's diary entries; this approach contrasted with advice suggesting financial support as a more effective strategy.
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36% Bias Score
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