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COVID-19 Accelerates Blood Vessel Aging, Particularly in Women
A study of 2390 individuals across 16 countries found that COVID-19 infection accelerates blood vessel aging, impacting women more severely than men, increasing cardiovascular disease risks; vaccination mitigated this effect.
COVID-19 Accelerates Blood Vessel Aging, Particularly in Women
A study of 2390 individuals across 16 countries found that COVID-19 infection accelerates blood vessel aging, impacting women more severely than men, increasing cardiovascular disease risks; vaccination mitigated this effect.
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48% Bias Score
Oral Contraceptives Linked to Depression and Suicidal Thoughts: A Woman's Story
A 20-year-old woman, Jasmin, details her severe depression and suicide attempts linked to oral contraceptive use, corroborated by two scientific studies and the experiences of thousands of women in an online support group. After stopping the pill, her symptoms dramatically improved, only to return u...
Oral Contraceptives Linked to Depression and Suicidal Thoughts: A Woman's Story
A 20-year-old woman, Jasmin, details her severe depression and suicide attempts linked to oral contraceptive use, corroborated by two scientific studies and the experiences of thousands of women in an online support group. After stopping the pill, her symptoms dramatically improved, only to return u...
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64% Bias Score
Rise in Eating Disorder Hospitalizations Among Young Girls in Germany
In Germany, hospitalizations for eating disorders among 10-17 year-old girls increased from 3,000 in 2003 to 6,000 in 2023, while total hospitalizations remained relatively stable around 12,000, with anorexia nervosa comprising 75% of cases; 78 deaths were reported in 2023.
Rise in Eating Disorder Hospitalizations Among Young Girls in Germany
In Germany, hospitalizations for eating disorders among 10-17 year-old girls increased from 3,000 in 2003 to 6,000 in 2023, while total hospitalizations remained relatively stable around 12,000, with anorexia nervosa comprising 75% of cases; 78 deaths were reported in 2023.
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48% Bias Score
Trump Administration Cuts Off Contraception Funding, Affecting 800,000
The Trump administration withheld Title X funding from over 20 reproductive health clinics in Montana and other states, impacting 800,000 people's access to contraception, due to statements deemed violations of the Civil Rights Act and recent executive orders, potentially reflecting a policy shift t...
Trump Administration Cuts Off Contraception Funding, Affecting 800,000
The Trump administration withheld Title X funding from over 20 reproductive health clinics in Montana and other states, impacting 800,000 people's access to contraception, due to statements deemed violations of the Civil Rights Act and recent executive orders, potentially reflecting a policy shift t...
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48% Bias Score
Over 600 Health Conditions Linked to Endometriosis in Major Study
A UCSF-led study of 43,000 patient records reveals over 600 health conditions linked to endometriosis, challenging its classification as solely a reproductive disorder and opening avenues for improved diagnosis and treatment.
Over 600 Health Conditions Linked to Endometriosis in Major Study
A UCSF-led study of 43,000 patient records reveals over 600 health conditions linked to endometriosis, challenging its classification as solely a reproductive disorder and opening avenues for improved diagnosis and treatment.
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24% Bias Score
Misdiagnosis of PCOS: Lifestyle Factors and the Importance of Accurate Diagnosis
A woman with irregular periods and polycystic ovaries on ultrasound was diagnosed with PCOS, but this might be inaccurate; PCOS requires hyperandrogenism, and lifestyle factors can cause irregular cycles without PCOS.
Misdiagnosis of PCOS: Lifestyle Factors and the Importance of Accurate Diagnosis
A woman with irregular periods and polycystic ovaries on ultrasound was diagnosed with PCOS, but this might be inaccurate; PCOS requires hyperandrogenism, and lifestyle factors can cause irregular cycles without PCOS.
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40% Bias Score
Stalking Raises Women's Heart Disease Risk by 41%, Study Shows
Harvard University research found a 41% increased risk of cardiovascular disease in stalked women, rising to 70% with restraining orders, highlighting the physical health consequences of this often-underestimated form of violence.
Stalking Raises Women's Heart Disease Risk by 41%, Study Shows
Harvard University research found a 41% increased risk of cardiovascular disease in stalked women, rising to 70% with restraining orders, highlighting the physical health consequences of this often-underestimated form of violence.
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36% Bias Score
Stalking Significantly Increases Women's Risk of Heart Disease and Stroke
A 20-year study of 66,000 women reveals a 41% increased risk of cardiovascular disease for stalking victims and a 70% higher risk for those with restraining orders, highlighting the significant health consequences of stalking.
Stalking Significantly Increases Women's Risk of Heart Disease and Stroke
A 20-year study of 66,000 women reveals a 41% increased risk of cardiovascular disease for stalking victims and a 70% higher risk for those with restraining orders, highlighting the significant health consequences of stalking.
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16% Bias Score
Greece: Highest Female Smoking Rate in the EU
A 2023 Eurostat report reveals that 32% of Greek women smoke, the highest rate in the EU, while 40% of Greek men smoke, ranking fifth in the EU; this highlights a significant public health challenge requiring targeted interventions.
Greece: Highest Female Smoking Rate in the EU
A 2023 Eurostat report reveals that 32% of Greek women smoke, the highest rate in the EU, while 40% of Greek men smoke, ranking fifth in the EU; this highlights a significant public health challenge requiring targeted interventions.
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32% Bias Score
US Contraceptive Stockpile Destruction Threatens African Women's Health
The US plans to destroy a $10 million stockpile of contraceptives stored in Belgium, threatening access to vital care for over 1.4 million women and girls in Africa, despite offers to purchase the contraceptives and widespread condemnation.
US Contraceptive Stockpile Destruction Threatens African Women's Health
The US plans to destroy a $10 million stockpile of contraceptives stored in Belgium, threatening access to vital care for over 1.4 million women and girls in Africa, despite offers to purchase the contraceptives and widespread condemnation.
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56% Bias Score
Trump Administration Seeks to Restrict Abortion Access for Veterans at VA Hospitals
The Trump administration proposed to block veterans from receiving abortions at VA hospitals except in cases of life endangerment, reversing a Biden-era policy that allowed abortions in limited circumstances, and potentially impacting healthcare for veterans in states with abortion bans.
Trump Administration Seeks to Restrict Abortion Access for Veterans at VA Hospitals
The Trump administration proposed to block veterans from receiving abortions at VA hospitals except in cases of life endangerment, reversing a Biden-era policy that allowed abortions in limited circumstances, and potentially impacting healthcare for veterans in states with abortion bans.
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52% Bias Score
Trellis Health Launches At-Home Postpartum Lab Test to Address Critical Care Gap
Trellis Health launched a $239 at-home postpartum lab test analyzing over 30 biomarkers to address the significant gap in postpartum care, empowering women with data to manage their health after childbirth.
Trellis Health Launches At-Home Postpartum Lab Test to Address Critical Care Gap
Trellis Health launched a $239 at-home postpartum lab test analyzing over 30 biomarkers to address the significant gap in postpartum care, empowering women with data to manage their health after childbirth.
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52% Bias Score
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