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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
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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48% 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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52% Bias Score
Increased Screen Time Linked to 21% Higher Myopia Risk
A new study reveals that each extra hour spent daily on digital screens increases myopia risk by 21%, according to a meta-analysis of 45 studies involving 335,524 children and adolescents; researchers warn that by 2050 nearly half the world's population may suffer from myopia.
Increased Screen Time Linked to 21% Higher Myopia Risk
A new study reveals that each extra hour spent daily on digital screens increases myopia risk by 21%, according to a meta-analysis of 45 studies involving 335,524 children and adolescents; researchers warn that by 2050 nearly half the world's population may suffer from myopia.
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40% Bias Score
Trump Administration Considers Expanding AOM Coverage to Combat Obesity, Save Trillions
The Trump administration is considering expanding Medicare and Medicaid coverage of anti-obesity medications (AOMs) to save trillions in healthcare costs and combat the obesity epidemic, which is projected to cost the U.S. $14 trillion over the next decade.
Trump Administration Considers Expanding AOM Coverage to Combat Obesity, Save Trillions
The Trump administration is considering expanding Medicare and Medicaid coverage of anti-obesity medications (AOMs) to save trillions in healthcare costs and combat the obesity epidemic, which is projected to cost the U.S. $14 trillion over the next decade.
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52% Bias Score
Measles Outbreak in West Texas and New Mexico: Low Vaccination Rates Fuel 250+ Cases and Deaths
A measles outbreak in West Texas and New Mexico has infected over 250 people, resulting in at least one death and highlighting the impact of low vaccination rates, particularly within the Mennonite community and among adults in New Mexico.
Measles Outbreak in West Texas and New Mexico: Low Vaccination Rates Fuel 250+ Cases and Deaths
A measles outbreak in West Texas and New Mexico has infected over 250 people, resulting in at least one death and highlighting the impact of low vaccination rates, particularly within the Mennonite community and among adults in New Mexico.
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44% 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
Canada Launches National School Food Program to Combat Food Insecurity
Canada launched a national school food program, a CAD $1 billion, five-year initiative to feed 400,000 students annually, addressing the country's food insecurity and improving children's health and academic performance, while saving families an average of $800 annually.
Canada Launches National School Food Program to Combat Food Insecurity
Canada launched a national school food program, a CAD $1 billion, five-year initiative to feed 400,000 students annually, addressing the country's food insecurity and improving children's health and academic performance, while saving families an average of $800 annually.
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28% Bias Score
HPV Vaccine Underutilization Leads to Preventable Cancer Deaths
Chris Riley's death from HPV-related oropharyngeal cancer highlights the critical need for increased HPV vaccination rates in the U.S., where only about 61% of adolescents ages 13-17 have completed the series, despite the vaccine's ability to prevent approximately 90% of HPV-related cancers.
HPV Vaccine Underutilization Leads to Preventable Cancer Deaths
Chris Riley's death from HPV-related oropharyngeal cancer highlights the critical need for increased HPV vaccination rates in the U.S., where only about 61% of adolescents ages 13-17 have completed the series, despite the vaccine's ability to prevent approximately 90% of HPV-related cancers.
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64% Bias Score
Mental Health Crisis Drives Surge in UK Disability Benefits
A report by the Institute for Fiscal Studies reveals that 55% of the nearly 1 million increase in working-age adults in England and Wales claiming disability benefits since the pandemic is due to mental health issues, totaling 2.9 million claimants in 2024, while the government plans sharp cuts to d...
Mental Health Crisis Drives Surge in UK Disability Benefits
A report by the Institute for Fiscal Studies reveals that 55% of the nearly 1 million increase in working-age adults in England and Wales claiming disability benefits since the pandemic is due to mental health issues, totaling 2.9 million claimants in 2024, while the government plans sharp cuts to d...
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36% Bias Score
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