UK Tap Water Safety at Risk Due to Chemical Testing Lab Shortage
The UK faces a water safety crisis due to the closure of all three laboratories certified to test water treatment chemicals under regulation 31, leaving dozens of products untested and potentially compromising the safety of tap water.
UK Tap Water Safety at Risk Due to Chemical Testing Lab Shortage
The UK faces a water safety crisis due to the closure of all three laboratories certified to test water treatment chemicals under regulation 31, leaving dozens of products untested and potentially compromising the safety of tap water.
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40% Bias Score
Turkey: Methanol Poisoning Surge Causes Numerous Deaths
A surge in methanol poisoning from illicit alcohol in Turkey has led to numerous deaths and hospital admissions; even small amounts of methanol are deadly, causing irreversible damage and potentially fatal outcomes.
Turkey: Methanol Poisoning Surge Causes Numerous Deaths
A surge in methanol poisoning from illicit alcohol in Turkey has led to numerous deaths and hospital admissions; even small amounts of methanol are deadly, causing irreversible damage and potentially fatal outcomes.
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48% Bias Score
Minoxidil Use Linked to 'Werewolf Syndrome' in European Infants
Eleven cases of hypertrichosis ('werewolf syndrome') in European infants were linked to parental use of topical minoxidil, prompting the European Medicines Agency (EMA) to update medication information with warnings about this potential side effect.
Minoxidil Use Linked to 'Werewolf Syndrome' in European Infants
Eleven cases of hypertrichosis ('werewolf syndrome') in European infants were linked to parental use of topical minoxidil, prompting the European Medicines Agency (EMA) to update medication information with warnings about this potential side effect.
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52% Bias Score
Disease X Outbreak in DRC: At Least 79 Dead
At least 79 people have died in the Kwango Province of the Democratic Republic of the Congo from a mysterious disease, known as Disease X, since late October, prompting investigation by WHO experts to determine the cause and prevent spread.
Disease X Outbreak in DRC: At Least 79 Dead
At least 79 people have died in the Kwango Province of the Democratic Republic of the Congo from a mysterious disease, known as Disease X, since late October, prompting investigation by WHO experts to determine the cause and prevent spread.
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40% Bias Score
High Sugar Consumption in Germany Poses Significant Health Risks
Germany's 2023 sugar consumption, exceeding 86,000 tons of holiday sweets and pervasive in processed foods, contributes to an average annual intake of 33kg per person, increasing risks of diabetes, dementia, and cancer.
High Sugar Consumption in Germany Poses Significant Health Risks
Germany's 2023 sugar consumption, exceeding 86,000 tons of holiday sweets and pervasive in processed foods, contributes to an average annual intake of 33kg per person, increasing risks of diabetes, dementia, and cancer.
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52% Bias Score
Climate Change Fuels Spread of Mosquito-Borne Diseases in Europe
The rising number of locally acquired dengue cases in Europe, from 71 in 2022 to 130 in 2023, is directly linked to the expansion of Asian tiger mosquitoes, which thrive in warmer climates and milder winters, posing a growing public health risk.
Climate Change Fuels Spread of Mosquito-Borne Diseases in Europe
The rising number of locally acquired dengue cases in Europe, from 71 in 2022 to 130 in 2023, is directly linked to the expansion of Asian tiger mosquitoes, which thrive in warmer climates and milder winters, posing a growing public health risk.
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28% Bias Score
Stroke Cases Surge Among Young Men: Lifestyle Factors Blamed
NHS data reveals a 25% increase in strokes among men under 39 since 2004, compared to a 1% rise in women, with lifestyle factors like poor diet, heavy alcohol use, and stress being blamed, highlighting the need for preventative measures.
Stroke Cases Surge Among Young Men: Lifestyle Factors Blamed
NHS data reveals a 25% increase in strokes among men under 39 since 2004, compared to a 1% rise in women, with lifestyle factors like poor diet, heavy alcohol use, and stress being blamed, highlighting the need for preventative measures.
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60% Bias Score
Mysterious Illness Outbreak in DRC: 27 Deaths Reported, WHO Responds
A mysterious illness is rapidly spreading in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), causing at least 27 deaths (likely an undercount) as of December 3rd, with symptoms affecting the respiratory system. The World Health Organization (WHO) is on-site to assist, and the pathogen's nature remains undet...
Mysterious Illness Outbreak in DRC: 27 Deaths Reported, WHO Responds
A mysterious illness is rapidly spreading in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), causing at least 27 deaths (likely an undercount) as of December 3rd, with symptoms affecting the respiratory system. The World Health Organization (WHO) is on-site to assist, and the pathogen's nature remains undet...
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32% Bias Score
U.S. Mandates Nationwide Milk Testing for Bird Flu
The U.S. government mandated nationwide testing of raw milk for bird flu, starting December 16th, to control its spread among dairy cows, after its detection in over 700 herds across 15 states since March.
U.S. Mandates Nationwide Milk Testing for Bird Flu
The U.S. government mandated nationwide testing of raw milk for bird flu, starting December 16th, to control its spread among dairy cows, after its detection in over 700 herds across 15 states since March.
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36% Bias Score
Nationwide Milk Testing Ordered for Bird Flu
On December 16th, the U.S. government mandated nationwide testing of raw milk for bird flu (H5N1) to control its spread among dairy cows in response to over 700 infected herds across 15 states, although pasteurized milk remains safe.
Nationwide Milk Testing Ordered for Bird Flu
On December 16th, the U.S. government mandated nationwide testing of raw milk for bird flu (H5N1) to control its spread among dairy cows in response to over 700 infected herds across 15 states, although pasteurized milk remains safe.
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32% Bias Score
US Tropical Cyclones: Long-Term Mortality Impact Exceeds Immediate Death Toll
A Nature study reveals that US tropical cyclones cause 7,170–11,430 indirect deaths per event, exceeding direct deaths (24), disproportionately impacting those under 44 and Black populations, demanding long-term planning and resource allocation to mitigate future impacts.
US Tropical Cyclones: Long-Term Mortality Impact Exceeds Immediate Death Toll
A Nature study reveals that US tropical cyclones cause 7,170–11,430 indirect deaths per event, exceeding direct deaths (24), disproportionately impacting those under 44 and Black populations, demanding long-term planning and resource allocation to mitigate future impacts.
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28% Bias Score
UnitedHealthcare CEO Shot; Ammunition Bears Message Echoing Insurer Tactics
UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson was fatally shot; the ammunition contained the words "deny," "defend," and "depose," echoing the industry phrase "delay, deny, defend," used to describe tactics to avoid paying claims, sparking outrage over health insurance practices.
UnitedHealthcare CEO Shot; Ammunition Bears Message Echoing Insurer Tactics
UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson was fatally shot; the ammunition contained the words "deny," "defend," and "depose," echoing the industry phrase "delay, deny, defend," used to describe tactics to avoid paying claims, sparking outrage over health insurance practices.
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56% Bias Score