"Record Dengue Outbreak in Americas: 12.6 Million Cases, 7,700 Deaths Linked to Climate Change"
"The Americas are experiencing a record 12.6 million suspected dengue cases in 2024, almost triple 2023's count, with over 7,700 deaths; this is linked to climate change and poor sanitation, impacting heavily Brazil, Argentina, Mexico, and Caribbean nations like Guyana and Puerto Rico, where prevent...
"Record Dengue Outbreak in Americas: 12.6 Million Cases, 7,700 Deaths Linked to Climate Change"
"The Americas are experiencing a record 12.6 million suspected dengue cases in 2024, almost triple 2023's count, with over 7,700 deaths; this is linked to climate change and poor sanitation, impacting heavily Brazil, Argentina, Mexico, and Caribbean nations like Guyana and Puerto Rico, where prevent...
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24% Bias Score
"Nigeria Launches Malaria Vaccination Campaign Amidst High Case Numbers"
"Nigeria launched a malaria vaccination campaign in Bayelsa state last week, aiming to prevent severe illness and death from the mosquito-borne disease; the WHO reported 263 million malaria cases and 597,000 deaths worldwide in 2023."
"Nigeria Launches Malaria Vaccination Campaign Amidst High Case Numbers"
"Nigeria launched a malaria vaccination campaign in Bayelsa state last week, aiming to prevent severe illness and death from the mosquito-borne disease; the WHO reported 263 million malaria cases and 597,000 deaths worldwide in 2023."
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40% Bias Score
Nigeria Launches Malaria Vaccination Campaign
Nigeria launched a malaria vaccination campaign last week in Bayelsa state, aiming to prevent severe illness and death from the mosquito-borne disease; the WHO reported 263 million malaria cases and 597,000 deaths worldwide in 2023, with Nigeria having the largest burden in Africa.
Nigeria Launches Malaria Vaccination Campaign
Nigeria launched a malaria vaccination campaign last week in Bayelsa state, aiming to prevent severe illness and death from the mosquito-borne disease; the WHO reported 263 million malaria cases and 597,000 deaths worldwide in 2023, with Nigeria having the largest burden in Africa.
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36% Bias Score
"Two More US Children Infected with H5N1 Avian Flu; Nationwide Milk Testing Ordered"
"Two more children in California have contracted H5N1 avian flu, bringing the US total to 60; mandatory raw milk testing begins December 16th due to the virus being found in two batches of unpasteurized milk from Raw Milk, a Californian company, prompting concerns about cross-species transmission."
"Two More US Children Infected with H5N1 Avian Flu; Nationwide Milk Testing Ordered"
"Two more children in California have contracted H5N1 avian flu, bringing the US total to 60; mandatory raw milk testing begins December 16th due to the virus being found in two batches of unpasteurized milk from Raw Milk, a Californian company, prompting concerns about cross-species transmission."
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32% Bias Score
Sugary Drinks Pose Higher Cardiovascular Risk Than Baked Goods
A study of 70,000 Swedish adults revealed a higher risk of cardiovascular disease linked to sugary drinks compared to baked goods, with surprisingly higher risk in those consuming the least added sugar, possibly due to the replacement of sugar with less healthy options.
Sugary Drinks Pose Higher Cardiovascular Risk Than Baked Goods
A study of 70,000 Swedish adults revealed a higher risk of cardiovascular disease linked to sugary drinks compared to baked goods, with surprisingly higher risk in those consuming the least added sugar, possibly due to the replacement of sugar with less healthy options.
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36% Bias Score
US Dietary Guidelines Proposed Update: Prioritizing Plant-Based Proteins to Reduce Chronic Disease
A USDA advisory committee recommends updating US dietary guidelines to prioritize plant-based proteins, reduce processed and red meat consumption, decrease sugary drinks and sodium intake, and increase whole grains, aiming to reduce chronic diseases by 2030.
US Dietary Guidelines Proposed Update: Prioritizing Plant-Based Proteins to Reduce Chronic Disease
A USDA advisory committee recommends updating US dietary guidelines to prioritize plant-based proteins, reduce processed and red meat consumption, decrease sugary drinks and sodium intake, and increase whole grains, aiming to reduce chronic diseases by 2030.
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32% Bias Score
"Fat Tax Proposed to Combat Childhood Obesity in Britain"
"Professor Chris Whitty, Britain's health chief, proposes a fat tax on junk food to tackle childhood obesity, highlighting unequal access to healthy food in deprived urban areas, where unhealthy options are cheaper and more prevalent, exacerbated by targeted junk food advertising."
"Fat Tax Proposed to Combat Childhood Obesity in Britain"
"Professor Chris Whitty, Britain's health chief, proposes a fat tax on junk food to tackle childhood obesity, highlighting unequal access to healthy food in deprived urban areas, where unhealthy options are cheaper and more prevalent, exacerbated by targeted junk food advertising."
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40% Bias Score
Domestic Violence Often Leads to Overlooked Traumatic Brain Injuries
Celena Henry, a domestic violence survivor, suffered years of undiagnosed traumatic brain injury (TBI) from repeated head trauma before receiving treatment; this case highlights the largely overlooked issue of TBI in domestic violence victims, affecting up to 90% of survivors according to estimates,...
Domestic Violence Often Leads to Overlooked Traumatic Brain Injuries
Celena Henry, a domestic violence survivor, suffered years of undiagnosed traumatic brain injury (TBI) from repeated head trauma before receiving treatment; this case highlights the largely overlooked issue of TBI in domestic violence victims, affecting up to 90% of survivors according to estimates,...
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16% Bias Score
DRC Disease Outbreak: 527 Cases, Slow Response Highlights Systemic Issues
A disease outbreak in the remote Panzi region of the Democratic Republic of Congo's Kwango province has caused 527 reported illnesses and at least 31 deaths, with 225 children affected; poor sample quality hampers identification of the pathogen, while a slow response highlights inadequate infrastruc...
DRC Disease Outbreak: 527 Cases, Slow Response Highlights Systemic Issues
A disease outbreak in the remote Panzi region of the Democratic Republic of Congo's Kwango province has caused 527 reported illnesses and at least 31 deaths, with 225 children affected; poor sample quality hampers identification of the pathogen, while a slow response highlights inadequate infrastruc...
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36% Bias Score
Malaria Suspected in Congo Illness Outbreak
A mysterious illness in the Democratic Republic of Congo, causing nearly 400 cases and over 30 deaths, is suspected to be malaria after initial tests showed nine out of twelve samples positive. The World Health Organization is assisting local health officials, facing challenges due to the area's rem...
Malaria Suspected in Congo Illness Outbreak
A mysterious illness in the Democratic Republic of Congo, causing nearly 400 cases and over 30 deaths, is suspected to be malaria after initial tests showed nine out of twelve samples positive. The World Health Organization is assisting local health officials, facing challenges due to the area's rem...
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36% Bias Score
Rising Bowel Cancer Rates in Young Adults: A Global Concern
Rates of bowel cancer are rising among younger adults globally, with a 3.6% annual increase in England, potentially linked to diet, obesity, and improved detection; the increase is documented across various economies.
Rising Bowel Cancer Rates in Young Adults: A Global Concern
Rates of bowel cancer are rising among younger adults globally, with a 3.6% annual increase in England, potentially linked to diet, obesity, and improved detection; the increase is documented across various economies.
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44% Bias Score
Loneliness Affects 60% of Germans, Study Finds
A Forsa Institute poll reveals that 60 percent of Germans experience loneliness, with 4 percent experiencing it frequently; young adults (18-39) are most affected, and health consequences are significant, ranging from mental health issues to reduced physical activity and increased unhealthy coping m...
Loneliness Affects 60% of Germans, Study Finds
A Forsa Institute poll reveals that 60 percent of Germans experience loneliness, with 4 percent experiencing it frequently; young adults (18-39) are most affected, and health consequences are significant, ranging from mental health issues to reduced physical activity and increased unhealthy coping m...
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28% Bias Score