Jane Kirby

Jane Kirby is a health and science journalist who has worked as an editor and reporter for various media outlets. She covers topics such as medical breakthroughs, government policy, and social issues.

Biography:  https://www.independent.co.uk/author/jane-kirby

64%

The overall score is a weighted number that takes into account conflict of interest, bias, deception and other practices that undermines the credibility of the source. It is calculated as:
Analysis.OverallConflictOfInterestScore * 0.3F + Analysis.OverallBiasScore * 0.3F + Analysis.DeceptivenessScore * 0.3F + Analysis.ReadabilityScore * 0.1F

A score that takes into consideration the content for flow, interruptions with ads, and overt search engine optimization techniques that makes the content hard to understand

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

85%

Examples:

  • The article exaggerates the benefits of exercise for insomnia and oversimplifies the relationship between physical activity and sleep quality.

Conflicts of Interest

50%

Examples:

  • The article does not disclose any potential conflicts of interest related to the sources or funding of the study.
  • The article may have a bias towards promoting exercise as a solution for insomnia when there are other factors involved in sleep regulation.

Contradictions

85%

Examples:

  • The article contradicts itself by claiming that both persistently active people are less likely to have difficulty falling asleep but also more likely to be normal sleepers than those who do not exercise at all.
  • The article implies that regular exercise can cure insomnia when the study only found a lower risk of symptoms and extreme sleep duration.

Deceptions

50%

Examples:

  • The article does not address the possible drawbacks or limitations of exercising for sleep problems.
  • The article uses misleading statistics and phrases to suggest that exercise can cure insomnia without providing enough evidence or context.

Recent Articles

DIY Home Cervical Cancer Tests: A Game-Changer for Increased Coverage and Earlier Detection

DIY Home Cervical Cancer Tests: A Game-Changer for Increased Coverage and Earlier Detection

Broke On: Tuesday, 16 July 2024 New DIY home cervical cancer tests offer convenience and increased accessibility, potentially reaching 400,000 more women annually for screening. Self-sampling trial results show benefits for ethnic minorities and deprived populations. NHS assessing rollout in England to increase coverage from 69.9% to 77.3%. Tests detect HPV and offer choice, but should not replace professional medical advice.
Immunotherapy Drugs Jemperli and Pembrolizumab Show Promise in Improving Survival Rates for Certain Bowel Cancer Patients: ASCO 2024

Immunotherapy Drugs Jemperli and Pembrolizumab Show Promise in Improving Survival Rates for Certain Bowel Cancer Patients: ASCO 2024

Broke On: Monday, 03 June 2024 Immunotherapy drugs Jemperli and pembrolizumab show promising results in improving survival rates for certain bowel cancer patients, potentially replacing or reducing the need for surgery and chemotherapy, according to clinical trial findings presented at ASCO 2024.
Exercise Reduces Risk of Insomnia by 42%: Study Finds

Exercise Reduces Risk of Insomnia by 42%: Study Finds

Broke On: Wednesday, 27 March 2024 Regular exercise significantly reduces the risk of insomnia, with individuals who exercised twice a week being 42% less likely to have trouble sleeping and 22% less likely to report any symptoms.