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COVID-19 Variant NB.1.8.1 Accounts for 37% of US Cases
A new COVID-19 variant, NB.1.8.1 ("Nimbus"), accounted for 37% of US cases in the two weeks ending June 7, 2024, characterized by a severely painful "razor blade throat" symptom; while more transmissible, it doesn't appear more virulent.
COVID-19 Variant NB.1.8.1 Accounts for 37% of US Cases
A new COVID-19 variant, NB.1.8.1 ("Nimbus"), accounted for 37% of US cases in the two weeks ending June 7, 2024, characterized by a severely painful "razor blade throat" symptom; while more transmissible, it doesn't appear more virulent.
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52% Bias Score
UK Rabies Death Highlights Risk of Foreign Animal Contact
A UK resident died from rabies contracted in Morocco after contact with a stray dog; this is the seventh such UK case this millennium, highlighting the ongoing risk of rabies transmission from animals abroad and the importance of prompt wound care after animal bites.
UK Rabies Death Highlights Risk of Foreign Animal Contact
A UK resident died from rabies contracted in Morocco after contact with a stray dog; this is the seventh such UK case this millennium, highlighting the ongoing risk of rabies transmission from animals abroad and the importance of prompt wound care after animal bites.
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32% Bias Score
Asian Needle Ant Stings Cause Anaphylaxis Concerns in 20 US States
The spread of Asian needle ants across 20 US states is causing concern due to reported cases of anaphylaxis from their stings, though the ants are not aggressive and the overall increase in stings is unclear; experts are urging increased public awareness and preventative measures.
Asian Needle Ant Stings Cause Anaphylaxis Concerns in 20 US States
The spread of Asian needle ants across 20 US states is causing concern due to reported cases of anaphylaxis from their stings, though the ants are not aggressive and the overall increase in stings is unclear; experts are urging increased public awareness and preventative measures.
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48% Bias Score
Tabcorp's Gambling Inducement Plan Sparks Controversy
Tabcorp plans to boost gambling in pubs and hotels with promotions and renovations, despite concerns from a parliamentary inquiry and critics about increased gambling harm, and opposition from the Australian Hotels Association.
Tabcorp's Gambling Inducement Plan Sparks Controversy
Tabcorp plans to boost gambling in pubs and hotels with promotions and renovations, despite concerns from a parliamentary inquiry and critics about increased gambling harm, and opposition from the Australian Hotels Association.
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48% Bias Score
Salmonella Outbreak Linked to Eggs Sickens 79, Prompts Recall
A salmonella outbreak linked to eggs has sickened 79 people across seven states, hospitalizing 21, prompting a recall of 1.7 million dozen eggs; this follows similar outbreaks with cucumbers and ground beef, raising concerns about food safety practices, particularly during summer months.
Salmonella Outbreak Linked to Eggs Sickens 79, Prompts Recall
A salmonella outbreak linked to eggs has sickened 79 people across seven states, hospitalizing 21, prompting a recall of 1.7 million dozen eggs; this follows similar outbreaks with cucumbers and ground beef, raising concerns about food safety practices, particularly during summer months.
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U.S. Measles Cases Drop Sharply as Outbreaks Conclude
The U.S. reported a significant drop in measles cases this week, with fewer than 30, following the conclusion of several outbreaks that totaled 1,197 cases nationwide this year, with deaths reported in Texas and New Mexico; however, other states and Canada continue to report outbreaks.
U.S. Measles Cases Drop Sharply as Outbreaks Conclude
The U.S. reported a significant drop in measles cases this week, with fewer than 30, following the conclusion of several outbreaks that totaled 1,197 cases nationwide this year, with deaths reported in Texas and New Mexico; however, other states and Canada continue to report outbreaks.
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48% Bias Score
UK Grandmother Dies from Rabies After Puppy Scratch in Morocco
A British grandmother died from rabies after a minor scratch from a puppy in Morocco during a February holiday; health officials urge travelers to rabies-affected countries to avoid animal contact and seek medical help if exposed.
UK Grandmother Dies from Rabies After Puppy Scratch in Morocco
A British grandmother died from rabies after a minor scratch from a puppy in Morocco during a February holiday; health officials urge travelers to rabies-affected countries to avoid animal contact and seek medical help if exposed.
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Belfast Maternity Hospital Opening Delayed by 28 Months Due to Water Contamination
Belfast's new maternity hospital faces a potential 28-month delay due to Pseudomonas aeruginosa contamination discovered in the water system in July 2024; the hospital is already 10 years behind schedule and has cost £97 million.
Belfast Maternity Hospital Opening Delayed by 28 Months Due to Water Contamination
Belfast's new maternity hospital faces a potential 28-month delay due to Pseudomonas aeruginosa contamination discovered in the water system in July 2024; the hospital is already 10 years behind schedule and has cost £97 million.
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UK Orders Supermarkets to Halt Heated Tobacco Ads
The UK government has ordered Sainsbury's and Morrisons to stop advertising heated tobacco products, claiming it violates the 2002 Tobacco Advertising and Promotion Act; the supermarkets disagree, and the issue highlights the need for clearer legislation amid rising youth awareness of heated tobacco...
UK Orders Supermarkets to Halt Heated Tobacco Ads
The UK government has ordered Sainsbury's and Morrisons to stop advertising heated tobacco products, claiming it violates the 2002 Tobacco Advertising and Promotion Act; the supermarkets disagree, and the issue highlights the need for clearer legislation amid rising youth awareness of heated tobacco...
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48% Bias Score
Daily 100-Minute Walks Linked to 23% Lower Risk of Chronic Low Back Pain
A new study shows that walking 100 minutes daily is associated with a 23% lower risk of chronic low back pain, offering a cost-effective preventative measure against a leading cause of global disability, affecting 600 million people and projected to impact 843 million by 2050.
Daily 100-Minute Walks Linked to 23% Lower Risk of Chronic Low Back Pain
A new study shows that walking 100 minutes daily is associated with a 23% lower risk of chronic low back pain, offering a cost-effective preventative measure against a leading cause of global disability, affecting 600 million people and projected to impact 843 million by 2050.
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28% Bias Score
HHS Document Misrepresents Science in Support of COVID-19 Vaccine Policy Change
A Department of Health and Human Services document supporting Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s decision to change U.S. COVID-19 vaccine policy for pregnant women and children misrepresents or cites disputed scientific studies, prompting outrage from health experts and leading to a proposed bill to ...
HHS Document Misrepresents Science in Support of COVID-19 Vaccine Policy Change
A Department of Health and Human Services document supporting Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s decision to change U.S. COVID-19 vaccine policy for pregnant women and children misrepresents or cites disputed scientific studies, prompting outrage from health experts and leading to a proposed bill to ...
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64% Bias Score
Remote Delivery Highlights Greek Island Doctor Shortage
A healthy baby boy was born in Kythira General Hospital on a February night under challenging circumstances due to the absence of an on-site gynecologist, highlighting the critical shortage of medical personnel on Greek islands.
Remote Delivery Highlights Greek Island Doctor Shortage
A healthy baby boy was born in Kythira General Hospital on a February night under challenging circumstances due to the absence of an on-site gynecologist, highlighting the critical shortage of medical personnel on Greek islands.
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48% Bias Score
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