COVID-19 Pandemic: 20 Million Deaths, Ongoing Evolution, and Long-Term Health Impacts
The COVID-19 pandemic, originating in Wuhan, China in late 2019, has caused an estimated 20 million deaths globally, exposed global health inequities, and resulted in the debilitating condition known as "long COVID," despite the development of effective vaccines.
COVID-19 Pandemic: 20 Million Deaths, Ongoing Evolution, and Long-Term Health Impacts
The COVID-19 pandemic, originating in Wuhan, China in late 2019, has caused an estimated 20 million deaths globally, exposed global health inequities, and resulted in the debilitating condition known as "long COVID," despite the development of effective vaccines.
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16% Bias Score
Comorian Women's Associations Provide Crucial Aid After Cyclone Chido
On December 25th, 2024, in Mutsamudu, Anjouan, Comoros, Solidarité Femmes Action and AFAM distributed aid to Cyclone Chido victims from Mayotte, highlighting the crucial role of women's associations in addressing government failures and providing essential support during crises.
Comorian Women's Associations Provide Crucial Aid After Cyclone Chido
On December 25th, 2024, in Mutsamudu, Anjouan, Comoros, Solidarité Femmes Action and AFAM distributed aid to Cyclone Chido victims from Mayotte, highlighting the crucial role of women's associations in addressing government failures and providing essential support during crises.
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40% Bias Score
Quadruple Viral Surge Overwhelms US Hospitals
A surge in flu, Covid-19, RSV, and norovirus infections is overwhelming US hospitals, causing thousands of hospitalizations and deaths; this is linked to post-holiday gatherings and weakened immunity.
Quadruple Viral Surge Overwhelms US Hospitals
A surge in flu, Covid-19, RSV, and norovirus infections is overwhelming US hospitals, causing thousands of hospitalizations and deaths; this is linked to post-holiday gatherings and weakened immunity.
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32% Bias Score
Italy Launches National Platform to Tackle Healthcare Waiting Lists
Italy launches a national platform to monitor healthcare waiting lists, aiming to enforce timely access to medical services by addressing data collection inconsistencies and imposing penalties for non-compliance; however, long-term success hinges on increased funding and systemic reforms.
Italy Launches National Platform to Tackle Healthcare Waiting Lists
Italy launches a national platform to monitor healthcare waiting lists, aiming to enforce timely access to medical services by addressing data collection inconsistencies and imposing penalties for non-compliance; however, long-term success hinges on increased funding and systemic reforms.
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44% Bias Score
Norovirus Outbreak: Millions Ill, Prevention Key
Norovirus, the leading cause of foodborne illness in the US, is responsible for millions of illnesses and hospitalizations annually; it spreads through direct contact and contaminated surfaces, causing nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, and stomach cramps, and is preventable through handwashing and surface...
Norovirus Outbreak: Millions Ill, Prevention Key
Norovirus, the leading cause of foodborne illness in the US, is responsible for millions of illnesses and hospitalizations annually; it spreads through direct contact and contaminated surfaces, causing nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, and stomach cramps, and is preventable through handwashing and surface...
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12% Bias Score
Severe H5N1 Case in Canadian Teen Highlights Risk of Human-to-Human Transmission
A study of 46 confirmed US H5N1 human infections reveals mostly mild cases, but a severely ill Canadian teen, infected with a mutated variant (D1.1), raises concerns about human-to-human transmission. The source of the teen's infection remains unknown, highlighting the need for improved surveillance...
Severe H5N1 Case in Canadian Teen Highlights Risk of Human-to-Human Transmission
A study of 46 confirmed US H5N1 human infections reveals mostly mild cases, but a severely ill Canadian teen, infected with a mutated variant (D1.1), raises concerns about human-to-human transmission. The source of the teen's infection remains unknown, highlighting the need for improved surveillance...
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48% Bias Score
Study: Each Cigarette Costs 20 Minutes of Life
A new study shows each cigarette shortens life expectancy by roughly 20 minutes; quitting, even later in life, adds to lifespan; effects are cumulative, with significant benefits from early cessation.
Study: Each Cigarette Costs 20 Minutes of Life
A new study shows each cigarette shortens life expectancy by roughly 20 minutes; quitting, even later in life, adds to lifespan; effects are cumulative, with significant benefits from early cessation.
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40% Bias Score
UK School Disrepair: Asbestos Risk and Funding Crisis
A Guardian investigation reveals that 1.5 million children in England attend schools in disrepair, with a lack of assessment for mesothelioma risk from asbestos, potentially leading to hundreds of thousands of future deaths.
UK School Disrepair: Asbestos Risk and Funding Crisis
A Guardian investigation reveals that 1.5 million children in England attend schools in disrepair, with a lack of assessment for mesothelioma risk from asbestos, potentially leading to hundreds of thousands of future deaths.
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44% Bias Score
Proposed Sugary Drinks Tax Aims to Curb Australia's Obesity Crisis
Australia's high rates of obesity and type 2 diabetes, linked to excessive sugar consumption, could be mitigated by a proposed sugary drinks tax estimated to generate $500 million annually while reducing healthcare costs and sugar intake.
Proposed Sugary Drinks Tax Aims to Curb Australia's Obesity Crisis
Australia's high rates of obesity and type 2 diabetes, linked to excessive sugar consumption, could be mitigated by a proposed sugary drinks tax estimated to generate $500 million annually while reducing healthcare costs and sugar intake.
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56% Bias Score
Canadian Drug Overdose Deaths Fall in First Half of 2024
Preliminary data shows an 11 percent decrease in Canadian opioid-related deaths in the first half of 2024 compared to the same period in 2023, with Alberta, British Columbia, and Ontario showing significant reductions, although some provinces experienced increases. This follows a similar trend in th...
Canadian Drug Overdose Deaths Fall in First Half of 2024
Preliminary data shows an 11 percent decrease in Canadian opioid-related deaths in the first half of 2024 compared to the same period in 2023, with Alberta, British Columbia, and Ontario showing significant reductions, although some provinces experienced increases. This follows a similar trend in th...
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36% Bias Score
Dutch Fireworks Ban Ineffective: Nationwide Measures Needed
Despite local fireworks bans in 19 Dutch municipalities, injuries remain high due to conflicting government messaging and lack of enforcement; experts advocate for a nationwide ban and improved public education.
Dutch Fireworks Ban Ineffective: Nationwide Measures Needed
Despite local fireworks bans in 19 Dutch municipalities, injuries remain high due to conflicting government messaging and lack of enforcement; experts advocate for a nationwide ban and improved public education.
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44% Bias Score
Belgium Expands Smoking and Vaping Ban, Bans Disposable Vapes
Belgium expands its smoking and vaping ban to public spaces, including zoos, playgrounds, and sports fields, with a 10-meter buffer zone around schools and healthcare facilities; disposable vapes are banned, aiming for a smoke-free generation by 2040, while Milan also tightens its smoking restrictio...
Belgium Expands Smoking and Vaping Ban, Bans Disposable Vapes
Belgium expands its smoking and vaping ban to public spaces, including zoos, playgrounds, and sports fields, with a 10-meter buffer zone around schools and healthcare facilities; disposable vapes are banned, aiming for a smoke-free generation by 2040, while Milan also tightens its smoking restrictio...
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36% Bias Score