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EU's Proposed Cigarette Tax Hike to Drastically Increase Prices in Germany
The EU Commission plans to drastically increase cigarette taxes, potentially raising the price of a pack of cigarettes in Germany from €8.50 to over €12, and prompting concerns about a surge in the black market.
EU's Proposed Cigarette Tax Hike to Drastically Increase Prices in Germany
The EU Commission plans to drastically increase cigarette taxes, potentially raising the price of a pack of cigarettes in Germany from €8.50 to over €12, and prompting concerns about a surge in the black market.
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60% Bias Score
Multiple Pesticide Exposure Linked to Increased Pregnancy Complications in Argentina
A study in Argentina found that pregnant women exposed to multiple pesticides had a 34% rate of pregnancy complications, compared to a lower rate for those exposed to only one pesticide; the findings highlight the need for more research into pesticide mixture effects and stricter regulations.
Multiple Pesticide Exposure Linked to Increased Pregnancy Complications in Argentina
A study in Argentina found that pregnant women exposed to multiple pesticides had a 34% rate of pregnancy complications, compared to a lower rate for those exposed to only one pesticide; the findings highlight the need for more research into pesticide mixture effects and stricter regulations.
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20% Bias Score
EPA Eliminates Research Arm, Cuts Staff by 23%
The EPA announced the elimination of its research and development arm and a 23% staff reduction, saving nearly $750 million but drawing criticism for potentially devastating impacts on public health and environmental protection, following a Supreme Court ruling allowing federal workforce downsizing.
EPA Eliminates Research Arm, Cuts Staff by 23%
The EPA announced the elimination of its research and development arm and a 23% staff reduction, saving nearly $750 million but drawing criticism for potentially devastating impacts on public health and environmental protection, following a Supreme Court ruling allowing federal workforce downsizing.
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68% Bias Score
Four Florida Deaths Highlight Vibrio vulnificus Threat
Four Floridians died from Vibrio vulnificus, a flesh-eating bacteria thriving in warm seawater, prompting concerns about public health in coastal areas; eleven cases total have been reported.
Four Florida Deaths Highlight Vibrio vulnificus Threat
Four Floridians died from Vibrio vulnificus, a flesh-eating bacteria thriving in warm seawater, prompting concerns about public health in coastal areas; eleven cases total have been reported.
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8% Bias Score
Lead Contamination in Blue Hole Creek Traced to Shooting Range
The Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) cited Highlands Sporting Clays shooting range as the source of lead contamination in Blue Hole Creek, exceeding acceptable levels and necessitating remediation efforts including lead removal and a switch to steel shot.
Lead Contamination in Blue Hole Creek Traced to Shooting Range
The Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) cited Highlands Sporting Clays shooting range as the source of lead contamination in Blue Hole Creek, exceeding acceptable levels and necessitating remediation efforts including lead removal and a switch to steel shot.
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40% Bias Score
Early-Onset Gastrointestinal Cancers Surge in U.S. Young Adults
A new study reveals a dramatic rise in gastrointestinal cancers among young adults in the U.S., particularly colorectal cancer, prompting calls for improved screening and early detection due to lifestyle factors, genetic predisposition, and worse outcomes despite aggressive treatment.
Early-Onset Gastrointestinal Cancers Surge in U.S. Young Adults
A new study reveals a dramatic rise in gastrointestinal cancers among young adults in the U.S., particularly colorectal cancer, prompting calls for improved screening and early detection due to lifestyle factors, genetic predisposition, and worse outcomes despite aggressive treatment.
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36% Bias Score
Measles Outbreak in England: Over 500 Cases and One Death Prompt Stricter Infection Control Measures
A surge in measles cases in England in 2025, exceeding 500 confirmed cases, has prompted nurseries to reinstate Covid-era infection control measures, following the death of a child; experts attribute this to low vaccine uptake and socioeconomic disparities.
Measles Outbreak in England: Over 500 Cases and One Death Prompt Stricter Infection Control Measures
A surge in measles cases in England in 2025, exceeding 500 confirmed cases, has prompted nurseries to reinstate Covid-era infection control measures, following the death of a child; experts attribute this to low vaccine uptake and socioeconomic disparities.
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36% Bias Score
Surge in Mosquito-Borne Illnesses Across the U.S.
As summer temperatures rise in the U.S., mosquito-borne illnesses are surging, with 2,396 dengue fever cases and 49 West Nile virus cases reported in 2025; the CDC recommends preventative measures like using EPA-registered insect repellent and eliminating standing water to reduce the risk of infecti...
Surge in Mosquito-Borne Illnesses Across the U.S.
As summer temperatures rise in the U.S., mosquito-borne illnesses are surging, with 2,396 dengue fever cases and 49 West Nile virus cases reported in 2025; the CDC recommends preventative measures like using EPA-registered insect repellent and eliminating standing water to reduce the risk of infecti...
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24% Bias Score
US Rejects 2024 WHO Pandemic Treaty Amendments
The Trump administration rejected the 2024 World Health Organization (WHO) pandemic treaty amendments, citing concerns about US sovereignty and individual liberties, despite the State Department's view that they remain binding on the US. This decision follows the US withdrawal from the WHO under Pre...
US Rejects 2024 WHO Pandemic Treaty Amendments
The Trump administration rejected the 2024 World Health Organization (WHO) pandemic treaty amendments, citing concerns about US sovereignty and individual liberties, despite the State Department's view that they remain binding on the US. This decision follows the US withdrawal from the WHO under Pre...
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56% Bias Score
Canada's Nature Prescription Program: Benefits, Limitations, and Future Directions
Since 2020, Canada's PaRx program has prescribed nature to over 1.3 million people to alleviate health issues, recommending at least two hours a week in nature; however, the program lacks a precise definition of 'nature' and understanding of how it works.
Canada's Nature Prescription Program: Benefits, Limitations, and Future Directions
Since 2020, Canada's PaRx program has prescribed nature to over 1.3 million people to alleviate health issues, recommending at least two hours a week in nature; however, the program lacks a precise definition of 'nature' and understanding of how it works.
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20% Bias Score
Turkey's Anti-Smoking Campaign: 1.5 Million Treated, 42 Million Inspections
Turkey's President Erdoğan announced that 671 smoking cessation clinics have provided treatment to over 1.5 million people, alongside 3.8 million check-ups, with an additional support system provided by the Alo 171 hotline; the government is also actively enforcing anti-smoking legislation and publi...
Turkey's Anti-Smoking Campaign: 1.5 Million Treated, 42 Million Inspections
Turkey's President Erdoğan announced that 671 smoking cessation clinics have provided treatment to over 1.5 million people, alongside 3.8 million check-ups, with an additional support system provided by the Alo 171 hotline; the government is also actively enforcing anti-smoking legislation and publi...
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48% Bias Score
FDA Authorizes Juul E-Cigarette Sales
The FDA authorized Juul Labs to continue selling its e-cigarettes in the U.S. after a multiyear review, citing evidence of adult smokers switching from traditional cigarettes, despite concerns about youth vaping and potential health risks.
FDA Authorizes Juul E-Cigarette Sales
The FDA authorized Juul Labs to continue selling its e-cigarettes in the U.S. after a multiyear review, citing evidence of adult smokers switching from traditional cigarettes, despite concerns about youth vaping and potential health risks.
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44% Bias Score
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