Essex Man Dies from Nitazene Overdose Amidst UK Synthetic Opioid Crisis
A 50-year-old man in Essex died on July 2, 2023, from a drug overdose involving nitazenes, a potent synthetic opioid; his death is one of 179 recorded in England in the past year, prompting calls for increased awareness and drug testing.
Essex Man Dies from Nitazene Overdose Amidst UK Synthetic Opioid Crisis
A 50-year-old man in Essex died on July 2, 2023, from a drug overdose involving nitazenes, a potent synthetic opioid; his death is one of 179 recorded in England in the past year, prompting calls for increased awareness and drug testing.
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24% Bias Score
Magic Johnson's 1991 HIV Announcement: A Turning Point in AIDS Awareness
On November 7, 1991, NBA star Earvin "Magic" Johnson publicly revealed his HIV-positive status, shattering societal stigmas and increasing HIV testing rates, particularly among heterosexual Black and Latino men in the US.
Magic Johnson's 1991 HIV Announcement: A Turning Point in AIDS Awareness
On November 7, 1991, NBA star Earvin "Magic" Johnson publicly revealed his HIV-positive status, shattering societal stigmas and increasing HIV testing rates, particularly among heterosexual Black and Latino men in the US.
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40% Bias Score
Air Pollution Exacerbates Inflammation in Heart Failure Patients
A study presented at the American Heart Association's 2024 Scientific Sessions found that air pollution significantly increases inflammation biomarkers (CCL27 and IL-18) in heart failure patients, but not in healthy individuals, highlighting the increased vulnerability of this population during peri...
Air Pollution Exacerbates Inflammation in Heart Failure Patients
A study presented at the American Heart Association's 2024 Scientific Sessions found that air pollution significantly increases inflammation biomarkers (CCL27 and IL-18) in heart failure patients, but not in healthy individuals, highlighting the increased vulnerability of this population during peri...
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32% Bias Score
Londonderry Mural Aims to Increase Breastfeeding Rates
A new mural in Londonderry's Great James Street, commissioned by North West Breastfeeding and Perinatal Support, aims to combat the stigma against breastfeeding, with the hope of increasing rates in the area, mirroring the success of a similar project in Greenock, Scotland that saw a 5% increase in ...
Londonderry Mural Aims to Increase Breastfeeding Rates
A new mural in Londonderry's Great James Street, commissioned by North West Breastfeeding and Perinatal Support, aims to combat the stigma against breastfeeding, with the hope of increasing rates in the area, mirroring the success of a similar project in Greenock, Scotland that saw a 5% increase in ...
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28% Bias Score
Mpox Outbreak in Africa Exposes Healthcare System Weaknesses
The Mpox outbreak in Africa has resulted in over 60,000 cases and 1,164 deaths this year, highlighting the continent's weak healthcare infrastructure, limited testing capacity, and insufficient vaccine production, particularly impacting children.
Mpox Outbreak in Africa Exposes Healthcare System Weaknesses
The Mpox outbreak in Africa has resulted in over 60,000 cases and 1,164 deaths this year, highlighting the continent's weak healthcare infrastructure, limited testing capacity, and insufficient vaccine production, particularly impacting children.
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36% Bias Score
High PFOA Levels Found in Brisbane Drinking Water
Elevated PFOA levels, up to seven times the US safety standard, were found in Brisbane drinking water treatment plants, prompting calls for accountability from Queensland Premier David Crisafulli despite compliance with national guidelines. Seqwater withheld test results from the public.
High PFOA Levels Found in Brisbane Drinking Water
Elevated PFOA levels, up to seven times the US safety standard, were found in Brisbane drinking water treatment plants, prompting calls for accountability from Queensland Premier David Crisafulli despite compliance with national guidelines. Seqwater withheld test results from the public.
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48% Bias Score
Turkish Family Doctors to Strike Over Controversial Payment System
Turkish family doctors will strike December 2-6, protesting a new performance-based payment system deemed overly burdensome and harmful to patient care, prompting concerns about access to primary healthcare services and the potential for a mass exodus of family doctors from the public system.
Turkish Family Doctors to Strike Over Controversial Payment System
Turkish family doctors will strike December 2-6, protesting a new performance-based payment system deemed overly burdensome and harmful to patient care, prompting concerns about access to primary healthcare services and the potential for a mass exodus of family doctors from the public system.
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56% Bias Score
Irregular Sleep Patterns Linked to Increased Cardiovascular Risk
A study of 72,269 participants aged 40-79 found a 26% increased risk of cardiovascular events among those with irregular sleep schedules, regardless of total sleep time, highlighting the importance of consistent sleep patterns for heart health.
Irregular Sleep Patterns Linked to Increased Cardiovascular Risk
A study of 72,269 participants aged 40-79 found a 26% increased risk of cardiovascular events among those with irregular sleep schedules, regardless of total sleep time, highlighting the importance of consistent sleep patterns for heart health.
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20% Bias Score
Salmonella Outbreaks Prompt Cucumber and Egg Recalls
A salmonella outbreak linked to Mexican-grown cucumbers has sickened 68 people in 19 states, prompting a recall by SunFed Produce. Additionally, Costco recalled nearly 11,000 cartons of organic eggs in five states due to potential salmonella contamination, though no illnesses have yet been reported.
Salmonella Outbreaks Prompt Cucumber and Egg Recalls
A salmonella outbreak linked to Mexican-grown cucumbers has sickened 68 people in 19 states, prompting a recall by SunFed Produce. Additionally, Costco recalled nearly 11,000 cartons of organic eggs in five states due to potential salmonella contamination, though no illnesses have yet been reported.
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32% Bias Score
Six Tourists Die in Laos from Suspected Methanol Poisoning
Six tourists died in Vang Vieng, Laos, on November 13th from suspected methanol poisoning; the Nana hostel owner and seven employees were arrested.
Six Tourists Die in Laos from Suspected Methanol Poisoning
Six tourists died in Vang Vieng, Laos, on November 13th from suspected methanol poisoning; the Nana hostel owner and seven employees were arrested.
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40% Bias Score
Colombia Healthcare System Faces 14 Trillion Peso Deficit
Colombia's healthcare system is experiencing a severe financial crisis, with EPS entities spending 109 pesos for every 100 received in 2024, leading to a 5.9-14 trillion peso deficit, impacting patient care and causing increased debt to healthcare providers and legal actions.
Colombia Healthcare System Faces 14 Trillion Peso Deficit
Colombia's healthcare system is experiencing a severe financial crisis, with EPS entities spending 109 pesos for every 100 received in 2024, leading to a 5.9-14 trillion peso deficit, impacting patient care and causing increased debt to healthcare providers and legal actions.
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44% Bias Score
German Cities Demand Increased Funding Amidst Coalition Collapse
The German Association of Cities calls on the federal government to improve municipal funding and finalize key projects, expressing concerns about the lack of funding and the potential negative impact on affordable housing, schools, and digitalization efforts.
German Cities Demand Increased Funding Amidst Coalition Collapse
The German Association of Cities calls on the federal government to improve municipal funding and finalize key projects, expressing concerns about the lack of funding and the potential negative impact on affordable housing, schools, and digitalization efforts.
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36% Bias Score