Norovirus Surge: US Records Highest Outbreaks in Over a Decade
The US is experiencing its worst norovirus outbreak in over a decade, with nearly 100 outbreaks reported in the first week of December—a 40% increase compared to the same period from 2010–2024—likely driven by a new variant and weakened immunity.
Norovirus Surge: US Records Highest Outbreaks in Over a Decade
The US is experiencing its worst norovirus outbreak in over a decade, with nearly 100 outbreaks reported in the first week of December—a 40% increase compared to the same period from 2010–2024—likely driven by a new variant and weakened immunity.
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44% Bias Score
Fragmented Healthcare System in Italy: Inequity and Inefficiency
The decentralized Italian healthcare system, established in 2001, faces challenges due to regional fragmentation, leading to communication problems, duplicated tests, and inequitable access to care, with the most vulnerable populations being disproportionately affected.
Fragmented Healthcare System in Italy: Inequity and Inefficiency
The decentralized Italian healthcare system, established in 2001, faces challenges due to regional fragmentation, leading to communication problems, duplicated tests, and inequitable access to care, with the most vulnerable populations being disproportionately affected.
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52% Bias Score
Dementia Risk Significantly Higher Than Previously Estimated
A new study reveals a significantly higher risk of developing dementia after age 55 (42%), driven by an aging population and potentially doubling US dementia cases by 2060, highlighting the importance of cardiovascular health and preventative measures.
Dementia Risk Significantly Higher Than Previously Estimated
A new study reveals a significantly higher risk of developing dementia after age 55 (42%), driven by an aging population and potentially doubling US dementia cases by 2060, highlighting the importance of cardiovascular health and preventative measures.
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36% Bias Score
Severe Influenza Epidemic in France: 611 Deaths, Hospital Strain
France experienced a severe influenza epidemic (January 6-12), with a 7.3% increase in influenza-related deaths (611 total), significantly impacting hospitals, especially children under five; however, hospitalizations for older age groups decreased; three strains of the virus are circulating, and va...
Severe Influenza Epidemic in France: 611 Deaths, Hospital Strain
France experienced a severe influenza epidemic (January 6-12), with a 7.3% increase in influenza-related deaths (611 total), significantly impacting hospitals, especially children under five; however, hospitalizations for older age groups decreased; three strains of the virus are circulating, and va...
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24% Bias Score
Record Norovirus Outbreaks and Moderna's Vaccine Development
The CDC reports record-high norovirus infections this year, impacting 19-21 million Americans annually and costing $60 billion globally; Moderna is developing an mRNA vaccine to combat this.
Record Norovirus Outbreaks and Moderna's Vaccine Development
The CDC reports record-high norovirus infections this year, impacting 19-21 million Americans annually and costing $60 billion globally; Moderna is developing an mRNA vaccine to combat this.
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52% Bias Score
Flu Jab Extended to 50-64 Year Olds Amidst High Infection Rates in Northern Ireland
Northern Ireland's Public Health Agency (PHA) urges everyone eligible for a free flu jab to get vaccinated as the offer is extended to 50-64-year-olds due to high flu and respiratory infection rates stressing hospitals and emergency departments; uptake has been unusually low this year.
Flu Jab Extended to 50-64 Year Olds Amidst High Infection Rates in Northern Ireland
Northern Ireland's Public Health Agency (PHA) urges everyone eligible for a free flu jab to get vaccinated as the offer is extended to 50-64-year-olds due to high flu and respiratory infection rates stressing hospitals and emergency departments; uptake has been unusually low this year.
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52% Bias Score
Hepatitis A Outbreak Linked to Albert Heijn Blueberries
Hundreds of people may have contracted hepatitis A from Albert Heijn frozen blueberries; twelve people fell ill and two were hospitalized, leading to a recall and at least one claim. The RIVM traced the source to likely poor hygiene during processing.
Hepatitis A Outbreak Linked to Albert Heijn Blueberries
Hundreds of people may have contracted hepatitis A from Albert Heijn frozen blueberries; twelve people fell ill and two were hospitalized, leading to a recall and at least one claim. The RIVM traced the source to likely poor hygiene during processing.
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36% Bias Score
FDA Bans Red No. 3, Leaving Eight Synthetic Dyes in US Food Supply
The FDA banned Red No. 3 from all food products, effective January 2027; however, eight synthetic dyes remain approved for use in the US despite links to several adverse health effects, including cancer and hyperactivity, and are present in over 90% of candies, fruit snacks, and drink mixes.
FDA Bans Red No. 3, Leaving Eight Synthetic Dyes in US Food Supply
The FDA banned Red No. 3 from all food products, effective January 2027; however, eight synthetic dyes remain approved for use in the US despite links to several adverse health effects, including cancer and hyperactivity, and are present in over 90% of candies, fruit snacks, and drink mixes.
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60% Bias Score
FDA Proposes Nicotine Reduction in Cigarettes, Raising Black Market Concerns
The FDA proposed a rule to lower nicotine levels in cigarettes to 0.7 mg/gram, aiming to reduce smoking-related diseases; however, experts warn this could boost black market sales by criminal cartels.
FDA Proposes Nicotine Reduction in Cigarettes, Raising Black Market Concerns
The FDA proposed a rule to lower nicotine levels in cigarettes to 0.7 mg/gram, aiming to reduce smoking-related diseases; however, experts warn this could boost black market sales by criminal cartels.
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48% Bias Score
Smartphone Use and Adolescent Mental Health Crisis in the US
Since 2010, the US has seen a sharp rise in adolescent mental health issues (anxiety, depression, self-harm, suicide) coinciding with increased smartphone use and social media engagement; psychologist Jonathan Haidt points to a "Grand Rewiring of Childhood" involving overprotective parenting and lim...
Smartphone Use and Adolescent Mental Health Crisis in the US
Since 2010, the US has seen a sharp rise in adolescent mental health issues (anxiety, depression, self-harm, suicide) coinciding with increased smartphone use and social media engagement; psychologist Jonathan Haidt points to a "Grand Rewiring of Childhood" involving overprotective parenting and lim...
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20% Bias Score
Marburg Virus Outbreak in Tanzania: Eight Dead, Regional Risk High
Eight deaths and nine cases of Marburg virus have been reported in Tanzania's Kagera region, prompting concerns about regional spread due to its transport links; officials are working to identify the source and prevent further transmission.
Marburg Virus Outbreak in Tanzania: Eight Dead, Regional Risk High
Eight deaths and nine cases of Marburg virus have been reported in Tanzania's Kagera region, prompting concerns about regional spread due to its transport links; officials are working to identify the source and prevent further transmission.
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44% Bias Score
Influenza Surge in Russia After New Year Holidays
Following Russia's New Year holidays, influenza and ARI cases surged 31.9% last week compared to the previous week, driven primarily by the A(H1N1)2009 virus, which often causes severe infections and pneumonia. While over half the population was vaccinated, those unvaccinated are at high risk.
Influenza Surge in Russia After New Year Holidays
Following Russia's New Year holidays, influenza and ARI cases surged 31.9% last week compared to the previous week, driven primarily by the A(H1N1)2009 virus, which often causes severe infections and pneumonia. While over half the population was vaccinated, those unvaccinated are at high risk.
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52% Bias Score