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Canada's Measles Outbreak: 1,020 Cases in Ontario, Inadequate Public Health Response
Canada is experiencing its worst measles outbreak in three decades, with Ontario reporting 1,020 cases (surpassing the U.S. total of 884) and Alberta reporting 137 cases; this is primarily impacting Mennonite communities and highlights inadequate public health responses.
Canada's Measles Outbreak: 1,020 Cases in Ontario, Inadequate Public Health Response
Canada is experiencing its worst measles outbreak in three decades, with Ontario reporting 1,020 cases (surpassing the U.S. total of 884) and Alberta reporting 137 cases; this is primarily impacting Mennonite communities and highlights inadequate public health responses.
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60% Bias Score
Phthalate Exposure Linked to Hundreds of Thousands of Heart Disease Deaths Globally
A global study published in eBiomedicine found that the phthalate DEHP contributed to 368,764 deaths from heart disease in 2018 among people aged 55-64, with Africa and East Asia particularly affected; researchers analyzed urine samples and death statistics across 200 countries.
Phthalate Exposure Linked to Hundreds of Thousands of Heart Disease Deaths Globally
A global study published in eBiomedicine found that the phthalate DEHP contributed to 368,764 deaths from heart disease in 2018 among people aged 55-64, with Africa and East Asia particularly affected; researchers analyzed urine samples and death statistics across 200 countries.
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44% Bias Score
Resurgence of Cattle Screwworm Fly Causes US Import Halt, Economic Losses for Mexico
A cattle screwworm fly infestation, eradicated in Mexico in 1991, has resurfaced, prompting the US to temporarily halt Mexican cattle imports following a human case in Chiapas, causing significant economic losses for Mexico and a political dispute between the two countries.
Resurgence of Cattle Screwworm Fly Causes US Import Halt, Economic Losses for Mexico
A cattle screwworm fly infestation, eradicated in Mexico in 1991, has resurfaced, prompting the US to temporarily halt Mexican cattle imports following a human case in Chiapas, causing significant economic losses for Mexico and a political dispute between the two countries.
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36% Bias Score
Plastic Chemical DEHP Linked to 350,000 Heart Disease Deaths Globally
A new study estimates that exposure to DEHP, a chemical in many plastics, contributed to 350,000 heart disease deaths globally in 2018, with India experiencing the highest mortality at over 100,000 deaths; researchers suggest avoiding microwaving and dishwashing plastics to reduce exposure.
Plastic Chemical DEHP Linked to 350,000 Heart Disease Deaths Globally
A new study estimates that exposure to DEHP, a chemical in many plastics, contributed to 350,000 heart disease deaths globally in 2018, with India experiencing the highest mortality at over 100,000 deaths; researchers suggest avoiding microwaving and dishwashing plastics to reduce exposure.
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40% Bias Score
Saarland Sees Rise in Accidents Involving Older Drivers Despite Overall Decrease
In Saarland, Germany, the number of car accidents involving fatalities and injuries decreased by 24% overall between 2013 and 2023; however, accidents involving drivers 75+ increased by 14%, with 71% of those over 75 causing accidents in 2023. This increase mirrors a national trend of more drivers o...
Saarland Sees Rise in Accidents Involving Older Drivers Despite Overall Decrease
In Saarland, Germany, the number of car accidents involving fatalities and injuries decreased by 24% overall between 2013 and 2023; however, accidents involving drivers 75+ increased by 14%, with 71% of those over 75 causing accidents in 2023. This increase mirrors a national trend of more drivers o...
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44% Bias Score
UK to Extend Sugar Tax to Milkshakes
The UK government plans to extend its sugar tax to milkshakes and similar drinks by July 21, aiming to reduce sugar consumption, despite concerns about the impact on consumers and the success of the initial tax.
UK to Extend Sugar Tax to Milkshakes
The UK government plans to extend its sugar tax to milkshakes and similar drinks by July 21, aiming to reduce sugar consumption, despite concerns about the impact on consumers and the success of the initial tax.
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44% Bias Score
FDA Reverses Some Layoffs After Disruptions to Drug and Food Safety
Following disruptions caused by layoffs, the FDA is reversing some job cuts for scientists and support staff in drug and food safety labs across various cities, marking a partial reversal of Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s plan to cut 3,500 employees.
FDA Reverses Some Layoffs After Disruptions to Drug and Food Safety
Following disruptions caused by layoffs, the FDA is reversing some job cuts for scientists and support staff in drug and food safety labs across various cities, marking a partial reversal of Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s plan to cut 3,500 employees.
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48% Bias Score
FDA Delays Novavax Vaccine Approval, Sparking Concerns
The FDA requested Novavax conduct a new clinical trial for its Covid-19 vaccine, delaying approval and sparking concerns about political influence on vaccine regulation, potentially impacting public health by limiting access to alternative vaccine technology.
FDA Delays Novavax Vaccine Approval, Sparking Concerns
The FDA requested Novavax conduct a new clinical trial for its Covid-19 vaccine, delaying approval and sparking concerns about political influence on vaccine regulation, potentially impacting public health by limiting access to alternative vaccine technology.
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64% Bias Score
Congress Introduces Felony Murder Charges for Fentanyl Dealers
A new bill, the Felony Murder for Deadly Fentanyl Distribution Act, introduced in Congress on Tuesday, seeks to increase penalties for fentanyl dealers whose actions result in death to combat the crisis causing roughly 280,000 American deaths since 2021.
Congress Introduces Felony Murder Charges for Fentanyl Dealers
A new bill, the Felony Murder for Deadly Fentanyl Distribution Act, introduced in Congress on Tuesday, seeks to increase penalties for fentanyl dealers whose actions result in death to combat the crisis causing roughly 280,000 American deaths since 2021.
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48% Bias Score
US Threatens to Halt Mexican Livestock Imports Over Screwworm Fly Outbreak
The U.S. threatened to ban Mexican livestock imports by April 30th due to a resurgence of the screwworm fly, impacting bilateral trade after a previous suspension and the recent confirmation of the first human case in Mexico.
US Threatens to Halt Mexican Livestock Imports Over Screwworm Fly Outbreak
The U.S. threatened to ban Mexican livestock imports by April 30th due to a resurgence of the screwworm fly, impacting bilateral trade after a previous suspension and the recent confirmation of the first human case in Mexico.
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48% Bias Score
Dutch Government Criticized for Slow Vaccine Rollout, Endangering Vulnerable Groups
A coalition of Dutch healthcare organizations criticizes the government's slow vaccine rollout, citing delays in implementing new flu vaccines that could prevent serious heart problems in at-risk individuals, leaving vulnerable groups unprotected and calling for improved vaccination policies.
Dutch Government Criticized for Slow Vaccine Rollout, Endangering Vulnerable Groups
A coalition of Dutch healthcare organizations criticizes the government's slow vaccine rollout, citing delays in implementing new flu vaccines that could prevent serious heart problems in at-risk individuals, leaving vulnerable groups unprotected and calling for improved vaccination policies.
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52% Bias Score
UK to Extend Sugar Tax to Milkshakes
The UK government will extend its sugar tax to milkshakes and other milk-based drinks, lowering the sugar threshold to 4g per 100ml, impacting 203 products (93% of sales) to curb obesity, despite prior exemptions due to calcium concerns, and generating additional revenue.
UK to Extend Sugar Tax to Milkshakes
The UK government will extend its sugar tax to milkshakes and other milk-based drinks, lowering the sugar threshold to 4g per 100ml, impacting 203 products (93% of sales) to curb obesity, despite prior exemptions due to calcium concerns, and generating additional revenue.
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40% Bias Score
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