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Sanofi to Acquire Vicebio for $1.6 Billion, Expanding Vaccine Portfolio
French pharmaceutical giant Sanofi is acquiring British biotech firm Vicebio for up to $1.6 billion, gaining access to its novel combination vaccine candidate for RSV and hMPV, and its 'Molecular Clamp' technology, with the deal expected to close in the fourth quarter of 2025.
Sanofi to Acquire Vicebio for $1.6 Billion, Expanding Vaccine Portfolio
French pharmaceutical giant Sanofi is acquiring British biotech firm Vicebio for up to $1.6 billion, gaining access to its novel combination vaccine candidate for RSV and hMPV, and its 'Molecular Clamp' technology, with the deal expected to close in the fourth quarter of 2025.
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32% Bias Score
US Sees Second Flu Peak Amidst High Covid-19 Levels, New At-Home Tests Offer Hope but Face Cost Barrier
The United States is experiencing a second peak in flu cases this season, surpassing last year's peak with a 30% test positivity rate, resulting in at least 20 million cases and 11,000 deaths; this coincides with high levels of Covid-19, yet new at-home combination tests offer faster diagnosis and t...
US Sees Second Flu Peak Amidst High Covid-19 Levels, New At-Home Tests Offer Hope but Face Cost Barrier
The United States is experiencing a second peak in flu cases this season, surpassing last year's peak with a 30% test positivity rate, resulting in at least 20 million cases and 11,000 deaths; this coincides with high levels of Covid-19, yet new at-home combination tests offer faster diagnosis and t...
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32% Bias Score
Surge in Four Viruses Strains US Healthcare Systems
Four viruses (influenza, COVID-19, RSV, and norovirus) are surging in the U.S., causing widespread illness and impacting healthcare systems, with the CDC reporting high positivity rates and increased hospital visits; vaccines are available for some, but not all, of the viruses.
Surge in Four Viruses Strains US Healthcare Systems
Four viruses (influenza, COVID-19, RSV, and norovirus) are surging in the U.S., causing widespread illness and impacting healthcare systems, with the CDC reporting high positivity rates and increased hospital visits; vaccines are available for some, but not all, of the viruses.
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40% Bias Score
Severe Winter Respiratory Virus Season Grips U.S.
A severe winter respiratory virus season is gripping the U.S., with influenza spiking, and RSV, whooping cough, and COVID-19 also widespread, causing high hospitalization rates and significant disruptions to work and school nationwide.
Severe Winter Respiratory Virus Season Grips U.S.
A severe winter respiratory virus season is gripping the U.S., with influenza spiking, and RSV, whooping cough, and COVID-19 also widespread, causing high hospitalization rates and significant disruptions to work and school nationwide.
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24% Bias Score
""Unexpected Covid-19 Surge in US Driven by New XEC Variant""
""A surge in Covid-19 cases in the US, driven by the new XEC variant, has rapidly increased since early December, reaching nearly three times the level of early December by December 21, particularly affecting the Midwest, while other respiratory viruses like influenza, RSV, whooping cough, and norov...
""Unexpected Covid-19 Surge in US Driven by New XEC Variant""
""A surge in Covid-19 cases in the US, driven by the new XEC variant, has rapidly increased since early December, reaching nearly three times the level of early December by December 21, particularly affecting the Midwest, while other respiratory viruses like influenza, RSV, whooping cough, and norov...
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36% Bias Score
EU Faces Potential "Triple Threat" of Winter Respiratory Viruses
European health agencies warn of a potential "triple threat" of respiratory illnesses this winter, with influenza, RSV, and COVID-19 circulating, straining healthcare systems; increased indoor transmission during winter months contributes to higher infection rates; vaccination and preventive measure...
EU Faces Potential "Triple Threat" of Winter Respiratory Viruses
European health agencies warn of a potential "triple threat" of respiratory illnesses this winter, with influenza, RSV, and COVID-19 circulating, straining healthcare systems; increased indoor transmission during winter months contributes to higher infection rates; vaccination and preventive measure...
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32% Bias Score
Mild COVID Winter, Severe Flu Season Raises Pandemic Concerns
The US is experiencing a mild COVID-19 winter surge, contrasting with an unusually severe and prolonged flu season with a second peak, raising concerns about the potential for a new, highly transmissible influenza virus to emerge.
Mild COVID Winter, Severe Flu Season Raises Pandemic Concerns
The US is experiencing a mild COVID-19 winter surge, contrasting with an unusually severe and prolonged flu season with a second peak, raising concerns about the potential for a new, highly transmissible influenza virus to emerge.
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32% Bias Score
\"US Respiratory Virus Surge: Testing Guidelines and Preventative Measures\"\
Elevated respiratory virus levels in the US necessitate testing for high-risk individuals and those with severe symptoms to determine if antiviral treatment is needed; early intervention and preventative measures are crucial.
\"US Respiratory Virus Surge: Testing Guidelines and Preventative Measures\"\
Elevated respiratory virus levels in the US necessitate testing for high-risk individuals and those with severe symptoms to determine if antiviral treatment is needed; early intervention and preventative measures are crucial.
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28% Bias Score
Flu Cases Stabilizing in Canada, but Regional Variations Persist
As of mid-January 2024, flu cases in Canada are stabilizing nationally at 11.8 percent positivity, although Ontario shows 13.5 percent, exceeding the national average of 8.5 percent; COVID-19 and RSV infections are declining, with the highest RSV rates in the prairie provinces (11.9 percent).
Flu Cases Stabilizing in Canada, but Regional Variations Persist
As of mid-January 2024, flu cases in Canada are stabilizing nationally at 11.8 percent positivity, although Ontario shows 13.5 percent, exceeding the national average of 8.5 percent; COVID-19 and RSV infections are declining, with the highest RSV rates in the prairie provinces (11.9 percent).
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12% Bias Score
\"Slower Respiratory Virus Season in Spain Eases Pressure on Healthcare System\"
\"Spain is experiencing a slower respiratory virus epidemic this year compared to 2023, with lower influenza rates and a delayed peak, easing some pressure on the healthcare system but highlighting staff shortages and inflexible vacation policies.\
\"Slower Respiratory Virus Season in Spain Eases Pressure on Healthcare System\"
\"Spain is experiencing a slower respiratory virus epidemic this year compared to 2023, with lower influenza rates and a delayed peak, easing some pressure on the healthcare system but highlighting staff shortages and inflexible vacation policies.\
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44% Bias Score
Boosting Immunity During the Holiday Season: Expert Advice
Dr. Leana Wen emphasizes the importance of a strong immune system, especially during the holiday season, and outlines key habits to boost immunity (exercise, healthy diet, sufficient sleep) and avoid (smoking, excessive alcohol), while stressing the importance of vaccination and preventive measures.
Boosting Immunity During the Holiday Season: Expert Advice
Dr. Leana Wen emphasizes the importance of a strong immune system, especially during the holiday season, and outlines key habits to boost immunity (exercise, healthy diet, sufficient sleep) and avoid (smoking, excessive alcohol), while stressing the importance of vaccination and preventive measures.
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24% Bias Score
"Increased Winter Virus Circulation Strains European Healthcare Systems"
"Respiratory virus circulation increases during winter in Europe, straining healthcare systems; while most infections are mild, severe illness is possible; current infection rates are comparable to past years but disruption from COVID-19 makes prediction difficult."
"Increased Winter Virus Circulation Strains European Healthcare Systems"
"Respiratory virus circulation increases during winter in Europe, straining healthcare systems; while most infections are mild, severe illness is possible; current infection rates are comparable to past years but disruption from COVID-19 makes prediction difficult."
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24% Bias Score
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