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HHS Secretary Kennedy's Criticism of Public Health Agencies Contradicted by Data
US Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s assertion that US public health agencies lack recent successes is refuted by data showing significant achievements in reducing smoking rates, expanding Medicare drug coverage, advancing HIV/AIDS research, accelerating Covid-19 vaccine de...
HHS Secretary Kennedy's Criticism of Public Health Agencies Contradicted by Data
US Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s assertion that US public health agencies lack recent successes is refuted by data showing significant achievements in reducing smoking rates, expanding Medicare drug coverage, advancing HIV/AIDS research, accelerating Covid-19 vaccine de...
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28% Bias Score
France: August Heatwave Linked to Excess Mortality in Elderly
France's August heatwave resulted in excess mortality, primarily affecting those aged 75 and older, with preliminary data suggesting at least 90 excess deaths each in Nouvelle-Aquitaine and Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, though further analysis is needed to determine the exact cause.
France: August Heatwave Linked to Excess Mortality in Elderly
France's August heatwave resulted in excess mortality, primarily affecting those aged 75 and older, with preliminary data suggesting at least 90 excess deaths each in Nouvelle-Aquitaine and Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, though further analysis is needed to determine the exact cause.
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16% Bias Score
Mexico Increases Tax on Sugary Drinks: A Health Measure or Revenue Generator?
Mexico, a world leader in soft drink consumption, increased its tax on sugary beverages in 2024, aiming to curb obesity and diabetes; however, the effectiveness of this measure as a health initiative versus a revenue-generating tool remains debated.
Mexico Increases Tax on Sugary Drinks: A Health Measure or Revenue Generator?
Mexico, a world leader in soft drink consumption, increased its tax on sugary beverages in 2024, aiming to curb obesity and diabetes; however, the effectiveness of this measure as a health initiative versus a revenue-generating tool remains debated.
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24% Bias Score
Munich Cafe Owner's Appeal Rejected Amidst Repeated Hygiene Violations
A Munich cafe owner's appeal against a fine for serving unfit food was rejected due to his absence from court, marked by a late-night sick note; the cafe faced 56 hygiene violations, including rodent infestation and unsanitary conditions.
Munich Cafe Owner's Appeal Rejected Amidst Repeated Hygiene Violations
A Munich cafe owner's appeal against a fine for serving unfit food was rejected due to his absence from court, marked by a late-night sick note; the cafe faced 56 hygiene violations, including rodent infestation and unsanitary conditions.
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4% Bias Score
New Dietary Guidelines to Reverse Low-Fat Dairy Emphasis
The upcoming release of new U.S. dietary guidelines will likely reverse the long-standing emphasis on low-fat dairy products, based on evolving research suggesting that the saturated fat in dairy may not be as detrimental to heart health as previously believed.
New Dietary Guidelines to Reverse Low-Fat Dairy Emphasis
The upcoming release of new U.S. dietary guidelines will likely reverse the long-standing emphasis on low-fat dairy products, based on evolving research suggesting that the saturated fat in dairy may not be as detrimental to heart health as previously believed.
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20% Bias Score
Florida to Partially Lift School Vaccine Mandates
Florida will partially lift school vaccine mandates for chickenpox and a few other illnesses in approximately 90 days, a decision that has sparked controversy among health officials and experts.
Florida to Partially Lift School Vaccine Mandates
Florida will partially lift school vaccine mandates for chickenpox and a few other illnesses in approximately 90 days, a decision that has sparked controversy among health officials and experts.
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52% Bias Score
Ridiculous": Americans Struggle to Access COVID-19 Vaccines Under New FDA Guidelines
The FDA's narrowed approval of COVID-19 vaccines for only high-risk individuals has resulted in many Americans facing difficulties accessing shots, despite assertions by Secretary Kennedy that this wouldn't be the case.
Ridiculous": Americans Struggle to Access COVID-19 Vaccines Under New FDA Guidelines
The FDA's narrowed approval of COVID-19 vaccines for only high-risk individuals has resulted in many Americans facing difficulties accessing shots, despite assertions by Secretary Kennedy that this wouldn't be the case.
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44% Bias Score
Measles Outbreak Declared in Cairns After Bali Traveler Introduces Virus
A measles outbreak has been declared in Cairns, Australia, after a traveler who contracted measles in Bali infected others, prompting health officials to warn the public and urge vaccination.
Measles Outbreak Declared in Cairns After Bali Traveler Introduces Virus
A measles outbreak has been declared in Cairns, Australia, after a traveler who contracted measles in Bali infected others, prompting health officials to warn the public and urge vaccination.
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16% Bias Score
France's August Heatwave Caused at Least 280 Excess Deaths
During France's second heatwave of 2024 (August 8-19), at least 280 more deaths than expected occurred, a 5% increase primarily affecting those 75 and older, according to Santé publique France.
France's August Heatwave Caused at Least 280 Excess Deaths
During France's second heatwave of 2024 (August 8-19), at least 280 more deaths than expected occurred, a 5% increase primarily affecting those 75 and older, according to Santé publique France.
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12% Bias Score
Germany's Fight Against Synthetic Opioids: Essen's Model and National Concerns
Amidst a rising tide of synthetic opioid abuse in Germany, Essen's innovative approach to harm reduction, coupled with national initiatives, aims to prevent a crisis similar to those seen in other countries.
Germany's Fight Against Synthetic Opioids: Essen's Model and National Concerns
Amidst a rising tide of synthetic opioid abuse in Germany, Essen's innovative approach to harm reduction, coupled with national initiatives, aims to prevent a crisis similar to those seen in other countries.
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20% Bias Score
Russian Duma Critiques Healthcare System, Proposes Reforms
Following regional inspections revealing high prescription costs and widespread patient dissatisfaction, the Russian State Duma proposes eliminating private insurance, granting civil servant status to medical workers, and establishing social pharmacies.
Russian Duma Critiques Healthcare System, Proposes Reforms
Following regional inspections revealing high prescription costs and widespread patient dissatisfaction, the Russian State Duma proposes eliminating private insurance, granting civil servant status to medical workers, and establishing social pharmacies.
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52% Bias Score
Australia to Establish Permanent National Center for Disease Control
Australia will establish a permanent Australian Centre for Disease Control (CDC) starting January 1, 2026, to address public health challenges like avian influenza and low immunization rates, informed by decades of advocacy and prompted by the COVID-19 pandemic's exposure of systemic weaknesses.
Australia to Establish Permanent National Center for Disease Control
Australia will establish a permanent Australian Centre for Disease Control (CDC) starting January 1, 2026, to address public health challenges like avian influenza and low immunization rates, informed by decades of advocacy and prompted by the COVID-19 pandemic's exposure of systemic weaknesses.
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20% Bias Score
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