Lois M.
Lois M. is a journalist who focuses on health and wellness topics, particularly in relation to public health issues. She is known for her factual and clear writing style, often covering complex topics such as vaccination rates and public health policies. Despite a subtle bias towards promoting vaccination, her work is generally well-received for its accuracy and readability.
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The Daily's Verdict
This author is known for its high journalistic standards. The author strives to maintain neutrality and transparency in its reporting, and avoids conflicts of interest. The author has a reputation for accuracy and rarely gets contradicted on major discrepancies in its reporting.
Bias
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Examples:
- In the article 'COVID-19 vaccination rates in Utah and nationally: What you need to know', there is a subtle promotion of vaccination, although it is presented through factual information.
Conflicts of Interest
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Contradictions
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Deceptions
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Recent Articles
California's Summer Covid-19 Surge: New Variants KP.3 and KP.2 Gain Traction, CDC Wastewater Data Reveals
Broke On: Thursday, 18 July 2024California experiences a summer Covid-19 surge driven by two new variants, KP.3 and KP.2, detected through wastewater surveillance by the CDC. With Covid levels considered very high in California, President Joe Biden tests positive for the KP.3 variant as emergency department visits related to Covid-19 increase 23.5%. A new vaccine is expected in August, but public health officials advise caution and adherence to CDC guidelines. 
Fourth Human in US Tests Positive for Bird Flu: CDC Recommends Precautions for Dairy Workers
Broke On: Thursday, 04 July 2024A dairy worker in Colorado is the latest human to test positive for bird flu (H5N1), bringing the total number of confirmed cases in the US to four this year. The man, who had direct contact with infected cattle, reported mild symptoms and recovered. Over 97 million poultry have been killed due to the avian flu outbreak that began in early 2022. The CDC recommends protective equipment for those in contact with dairy cattle and is considering deploying bird flu vaccine for farm workers. 
New Research Reveals Early Puberty Trend in US Girls: Implications for Long-Term Health
Broke On: Thursday, 30 May 2024New research indicates that girls in the US are reaching puberty earlier than before, with potentially serious health consequences. The percentage of girls getting their first period before age 11 has nearly doubled to 15.5%. This trend is more pronounced among girls of color and those from lower socioeconomic backgrounds, who start menstruation a year earlier on average than white peers. Environmental factors like hormone-disrupting chemicals and stress may contribute to this shift, leading to increased risks for conditions like diabetes, cardiovascular disease, and certain cancers. 
COVID-19 Vaccine Effectiveness: Which Shots Provide the Most Protection Against Severe Disease?
Broke On: Monday, 05 February 2024This article explores recent studies that shed light on which COVID-19 shots are most effective at protecting against severe disease. All sequential doses provided a substantial benefit in terms of preventing hospitalization and death, while monovalent boosters have also been found to be effective at protecting against specific strains not covered by other types of vaccines. Bivalent boosters provide additional protection against a wider range of strains than monovalent boosters alone. Flu and COVID-19 Seasons Worsen in the US: 10 Million Illnesses, 65 Deaths Reported This Season Alone
Broke On: Saturday, 06 January 2024The flu and COVID-19 seasons are both worsening in the US, with more illnesses, hospitalizations, and deaths reported. The flu season is increasing most dramatically according to CDC data. Since October 2023, there have been at least 10 million illnesses from the flu alone this season. Low Uptake of COVID-19 Vaccine Reported Across United States
Broke On: Friday, 27 October 2023The uptake of the COVID-19 vaccine in the United States is significantly low as of October 2023. The fall COVID-19 shot uptake is reported to be at 7%. Wastewater testing, a method used to detect the presence of the virus in communities, has been impaired.
