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Global Report Advocates for Redefined Obesity Classification
A global report calls for a new definition of obesity, differentiating between "clinical obesity" (with health problems) and "pre-clinical obesity" (without), advocating for personalized treatments and highlighting concerns about healthcare funding.
Global Report Advocates for Redefined Obesity Classification
A global report calls for a new definition of obesity, differentiating between "clinical obesity" (with health problems) and "pre-clinical obesity" (without), advocating for personalized treatments and highlighting concerns about healthcare funding.
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56% Bias Score
UK Cancer Survival Rates: Over Half of 'Least Survivable' Cancer Patients Die Within a Year
A new analysis reveals that 58% of people in England diagnosed with one of six 'least survivable' cancers die within a year, compared to 30% for all cancers; this is even higher in other UK regions, highlighting the need for improved early detection and research funding.
UK Cancer Survival Rates: Over Half of 'Least Survivable' Cancer Patients Die Within a Year
A new analysis reveals that 58% of people in England diagnosed with one of six 'least survivable' cancers die within a year, compared to 30% for all cancers; this is even higher in other UK regions, highlighting the need for improved early detection and research funding.
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44% Bias Score
Global Call to Redefine Obesity: Beyond BMI
A Lancet-backed international commission recommends a new global definition of obesity, incorporating body fat distribution and other factors beyond BMI to improve diagnosis and treatment, addressing issues such as over- and under-diagnosis.
Global Call to Redefine Obesity: Beyond BMI
A Lancet-backed international commission recommends a new global definition of obesity, incorporating body fat distribution and other factors beyond BMI to improve diagnosis and treatment, addressing issues such as over- and under-diagnosis.
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32% Bias Score
Winter Illness Surge: Prevention and Treatment
This winter has seen a surge in common illnesses like flu, COVID-19, norovirus, and colds, likely due to increased indoor time and dry air; preventive measures include frequent handwashing, disinfecting, masking, and vaccination where available.
Winter Illness Surge: Prevention and Treatment
This winter has seen a surge in common illnesses like flu, COVID-19, norovirus, and colds, likely due to increased indoor time and dry air; preventive measures include frequent handwashing, disinfecting, masking, and vaccination where available.
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16% Bias Score
Pennsylvania Program Combats Growing Hoarding Disorder Among Aging Population
A Pennsylvania program uses cognitive behavioral therapy and peer support to help people with hoarding disorder declutter their homes, combat social isolation, and improve their mental health; the program's success highlights a growing public health concern among aging Baby Boomers and underscores t...
Pennsylvania Program Combats Growing Hoarding Disorder Among Aging Population
A Pennsylvania program uses cognitive behavioral therapy and peer support to help people with hoarding disorder declutter their homes, combat social isolation, and improve their mental health; the program's success highlights a growing public health concern among aging Baby Boomers and underscores t...
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20% Bias Score
New Cardiovascular Risk Assessment Tool Highlights Metabolic Syndrome's Impact
Despite progress in treating traditional risk factors, the rise of metabolic disorders like obesity and diabetes is increasing cardiovascular disease in the US, prompting the American College of Cardiology to introduce the Prevent risk assessment tool, which incorporates metabolic and kidney health ...
New Cardiovascular Risk Assessment Tool Highlights Metabolic Syndrome's Impact
Despite progress in treating traditional risk factors, the rise of metabolic disorders like obesity and diabetes is increasing cardiovascular disease in the US, prompting the American College of Cardiology to introduce the Prevent risk assessment tool, which incorporates metabolic and kidney health ...
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20% Bias Score
Revised Obesity Diagnostic Criteria Proposed Due to BMI Limitations
A new study criticizes the Body Mass Index (BMI) as the sole diagnostic for obesity, proposing alternative methods incorporating waist circumference or direct body fat measurement alongside BMI, supported by 76 professional societies and patient groups, due to the high number of affected people (ove...
Revised Obesity Diagnostic Criteria Proposed Due to BMI Limitations
A new study criticizes the Body Mass Index (BMI) as the sole diagnostic for obesity, proposing alternative methods incorporating waist circumference or direct body fat measurement alongside BMI, supported by 76 professional societies and patient groups, due to the high number of affected people (ove...
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36% Bias Score
New Obesity Definition Proposed, Moving Beyond BMI
A global panel of experts proposes a new definition for obesity, incorporating waist circumference and health problems alongside BMI, aiming to improve diagnosis and treatment of the estimated more than 1 billion people affected worldwide.
New Obesity Definition Proposed, Moving Beyond BMI
A global panel of experts proposes a new definition for obesity, incorporating waist circumference and health problems alongside BMI, aiming to improve diagnosis and treatment of the estimated more than 1 billion people affected worldwide.
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16% Bias Score
Global Study Uncovers 300 New Genetic Depression Risk Factors
An international study of over 5 million people across 29 countries identified 300 previously unknown genetic risk factors for depression, highlighting the importance of diverse representation in research and opening avenues for more inclusive treatment.
Global Study Uncovers 300 New Genetic Depression Risk Factors
An international study of over 5 million people across 29 countries identified 300 previously unknown genetic risk factors for depression, highlighting the importance of diverse representation in research and opening avenues for more inclusive treatment.
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8% 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
Long COVID: Blood Biomarkers, Paxlovid Trials, and Repeated Infection Risks
Research worldwide reveals potential biomarkers for long COVID, including unusual T-cell activity and elevated interferon-gamma, with studies exploring the antiviral drug Paxlovid's impact and the link between repeated COVID infections and long COVID risk.
Long COVID: Blood Biomarkers, Paxlovid Trials, and Repeated Infection Risks
Research worldwide reveals potential biomarkers for long COVID, including unusual T-cell activity and elevated interferon-gamma, with studies exploring the antiviral drug Paxlovid's impact and the link between repeated COVID infections and long COVID risk.
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24% Bias Score
Stimulant Medications Most Effective for Adult ADHD, Study Finds
A new study of nearly 15,000 adults with ADHD found that stimulant medications and atomoxetine were more effective than placebos at reducing core symptoms over 12 weeks, while non-pharmacological treatments showed mixed results, highlighting the need for further research into long-term effectiveness...
Stimulant Medications Most Effective for Adult ADHD, Study Finds
A new study of nearly 15,000 adults with ADHD found that stimulant medications and atomoxetine were more effective than placebos at reducing core symptoms over 12 weeks, while non-pharmacological treatments showed mixed results, highlighting the need for further research into long-term effectiveness...
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36% Bias Score
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