Clare Wilson

Clare Wilson is a health journalist with a focus on medicine, health policy, neuroscience, archaeology, and the life sciences. She has previously edited medical features for New Scientist and worked for Hospital Doctor and Scrip. Clare now writes the weekly health newsletter for New Scientist and occasionally appears on the BBC World Service's health magazine program, Health Check. She has been recognized by the Medical Journalists' Association and the Guild of Health Writers, and she holds a BSc in Cell Biology from the University of Manchester.

Biography:  https://www.newscientist.com/author/clare-wilson/

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The Daily's Verdict

This author has a mixed reputation for journalistic standards. It is advisable to fact-check, scrutinize for bias, and check for conflicts of interest before relying on the author's reporting.

Bias

86%

Examples:

  • The author occasionally presents information in a way that may be misleading or deceptive.
  • The author uses sensationalist language and sometimes exaggerates the potential of certain research.

Conflicts of Interest

75%

Examples:

  • The author has a financial conflict of interest as they have won awards from the pharmaceutical industry.
  • The author has a professional conflict of interest as they have previously worked for Scrip, a newsletter for the pharmaceutical industry.

Contradictions

92%

Examples:

  • In another article, the author presents conflicting information about CRISPR's potential to cure HIV.
  • In one article, the author reports contradictory information about the effects of anger on blood vessels.

Deceptions

67%

Examples:

  • The author uses sensationalist language such as 'personalised prenatal medicine' and 'functional diagnoses' which are misleading and exaggerate the potential of organoids.
  • The title of one article suggests that CRISPR could cure HIV when it only shows promise of disabling dormant virus.

Recent Articles

Ultra-Processed Foods: The Hidden Health Risks and How to Minimize Them

Ultra-Processed Foods: The Hidden Health Risks and How to Minimize Them

Broke On: Sunday, 16 June 2024 Ultra-processed foods, which make up the majority of offerings in typical American supermarkets, have been linked to health issues due to their poor nutritional profiles and the formation of harmful substances during manufacturing. These foods, high in added sugars, unhealthy fats, and artificial additives, can negatively impact brain health and weaken the gut's mucus barrier. To minimize risks associated with ultra-processed foods, consume whole grains, fruits, vegetables, lean proteins, and healthy fats while limiting intake of added sugars and saturated and trans fats.
Antidepressant Discontinuation Symptoms: Prevalence, Impact, and Management

Antidepressant Discontinuation Symptoms: Prevalence, Impact, and Management

Broke On: Thursday, 06 June 2024 One in six people may experience antidepressant discontinuation symptoms (ADS) after prolonged use, including anxiety, depression, insomnia, and flu-like symptoms. The exact prevalence and impact of ADS are still debated. Factors increasing the risk include length of use, dosage, and specific antidepressants. Proper tapering under medical supervision can help minimize symptoms.
New Study Reveals Anger Impairs Blood Vessel Function, Increasing Heart Attack and Stroke Risk

New Study Reveals Anger Impairs Blood Vessel Function, Increasing Heart Attack and Stroke Risk

Broke On: Wednesday, 01 May 2024 A new study published in the Journal of the American Heart Association reveals that anger impairs blood vessel dilation capacity for up to 40 minutes, increasing the risk of heart attack and stroke. Participants who experienced anger during a memory task showed this impairment, while those experiencing anxiety or sadness did not. Previous research suggests stress hormones, inflammation, and autonomic nervous system activation contribute to anger's impact on blood vessels.
CRISPR-Cas Gene Editing Technology: Eliminating HIV from Infected Cells and Tissues in the Body

CRISPR-Cas Gene Editing Technology: Eliminating HIV from Infected Cells and Tissues in the Body

Broke On: Tuesday, 19 March 2024 Researchers are using CRISPR-Cas gene editing technology to eliminate HIV from infected cells, providing a new means of targeting HIV DNA. They aim to find ways to target the virus in all types of cells and tissues in the body.
Scientists Successfully Grow Mini-Organs from Amniotic Fluid Samples During Pregnancy to Study Diseases and Test Medical Treatments

Scientists Successfully Grow Mini-Organs from Amniotic Fluid Samples During Pregnancy to Study Diseases and Test Medical Treatments

Broke On: Tuesday, 05 March 2024 Scientists have successfully grown mini-organs from cells floating in the fluid that surrounds a fetus during pregnancy. These organoids mimic real organs and can be used to test new medical treatments or study how these organs work when they're healthy or diseased. The researchers envision their approach could eventually help doctors monitor and treat congenital diseases that develop in the fetus during pregnancy.