Center for Infectious Disease Research and Policy (CIDRAP), University of Minnesota,

The Center for Infectious Disease Research and Policy (CIDRAP) is a news site that reports on infectious diseases, providing information on outbreaks, research, and public health initiatives. The site covers a wide range of topics including measles, avian influenza (bird flu), COVID-19, dengue fever, salmonella, and other infectious diseases. The site also provides resources such as roadmaps for disease research and development of vaccines and antiviral treatments.

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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 news site is known for its high journalistic standards. It strives to maintain neutrality and transparency in its reporting, and avoids conflicts of interest. It has a reputation for accuracy and rarely gets contradicted on major discrepancies in its reporting.

Bias

100%

Examples:

  • The source appears to be a reputable news site with no clear conflicts of interest.

Conflicts of Interest

100%

Examples:

  • The site may have financial ties to pharmaceutical companies or other organizations with a vested interest in the information presented.

Contradictions

86%

Examples:

  • Approximately half of all measles cases this year required hospitalization for isolation or management of complications.
  • Around 85% of those who contracted measles had unvaccinated or unknown vaccination status.
  • > Measles cases around the world surged 140% from 2010 to 2019.

Deceptions

100%

Examples:

  • The articles may contain misleading or inaccurate information that could be used to deceive readers.

Recent Articles

  • Measles Surges in the US: Over 180 Cases Reported in 2024, Half Required Hospitalization

    Measles Surges in the US: Over 180 Cases Reported in 2024, Half Required Hospitalization

    Broke On: Sunday, 28 July 2024 Measles cases in the US have surged past last year's total, with 188 confirmed cases as of July 2024. Declining vaccination rates and a global rise in measles cases contribute to this increase. Half of the US measles cases this year required hospitalization, mostly affecting children under 5. Despite the surge, vaccines remain effective in preventing measles and its complications. Improving healthcare access, addressing vaccine hesitancy, and maintaining a high level of awareness about vaccinations are crucial steps to combat measles.
  • Three Human Cases of H5 Bird Flu Confirmed in Northeast Colorado: CDC Launches Tracking Table, Risk to Public Remains Low

    Three Human Cases of H5 Bird Flu Confirmed in Northeast Colorado: CDC Launches Tracking Table, Risk to Public Remains Low

    Broke On: Thursday, 25 July 2024 Three human cases of H5 bird flu have been confirmed in Northeast Colorado, associated with two poultry farms. The CDC reports mild illness in all six individuals and offers antiviral treatment. Avian influenza H5N1 has also affected dairy cattle, raccoons, and cats. The risk to the public remains low with no person-to-person transmission reported.
  • Seven Cases of Human Bird Flu in Colorado: Virus Spreads from Dairy Farms to Poultry Farms

    Seven Cases of Human Bird Flu in Colorado: Virus Spreads from Dairy Farms to Poultry Farms

    Broke On: Sunday, 14 July 2024 Seven human cases of bird flu have been confirmed in Colorado, linked to two large layer farms where culling operations are underway. The virus, closely related to one affecting dairy cattle and farm workers, has infected over 100 million birds across 13 states since January 2022. Five new dairy farm outbreaks were reported, bringing the national total to 168. The CDC advises poultry workers and those near infected farms to take precautions and avoid contact with sick or dead birds or contaminated surfaces.
  • Six Human Cases of Bird Flu Reported in US: Michigan and Colorado Poultry Workers Infected as Avian Flu Spreads to Mammals

    Six Human Cases of Bird Flu Reported in US: Michigan and Colorado Poultry Workers Infected as Avian Flu Spreads to Mammals

    Broke On: Friday, 19 July 2024 Six human cases of bird flu have been reported in the US, with five in poultry workers from Michigan and Colorado. The latest case was identified in a worker at a Colorado poultry farm. Over 18.32 million birds have been affected by the H5 highly pathogenic avian flu virus since April, with infected workers experiencing mild symptoms and offered antiviral medication. Bird flu has also spread to mammals, including dairy cows and poultry, and is contributing to the dangerous combination of diseases due to climate change.
  • CDC Warns of COVID-19 Surge in 45 States: Prevalence of Contagious Variants and Rising Hospitalizations

    CDC Warns of COVID-19 Surge in 45 States: Prevalence of Contagious Variants and Rising Hospitalizations

    Broke On: Monday, 15 July 2024 CDC reports COVID-19 cases growing in 45 states, with high prevalence in the West. Over 70% of new infections are from contagious KP variants. Hospitalizations remain low but pose risks to vulnerable populations as summer surge continues and vaccines become outdated.
  • Persistent Immune Cell Activity and SARS-CoV-2 RNA Traces in Organs of Individuals with Long COVID: Insights from UCSF and CellSight Technologies Studies

    Persistent Immune Cell Activity and SARS-CoV-2 RNA Traces in Organs of Individuals with Long COVID: Insights from UCSF and CellSight Technologies Studies

    Broke On: Tuesday, 09 July 2024 Researchers from the University of California, San Francisco and CellSight Technologies discovered that individuals who have recovered from COVID-19 may exhibit persistent immune cell activity and traces of SARS-CoV-2 RNA in various organs for up to two years after infection. These findings provide insight into the long-term effects of COVID-19, which can include symptoms such as brain fog, heart issues, lung problems, and gastrointestinal distress.
  • CDC Warns of Rising Covid-19 Levels in US: New KP.2 and KP.3 Variants Account for Over Half of Infections

    CDC Warns of Rising Covid-19 Levels in US: New KP.2 and KP.3 Variants Account for Over Half of Infections

    Broke On: Friday, 28 June 2024 New Covid-19 variants KP.2 and KP.3, now responsible for over half of new infections in the US, are driving a surge in cases. The CDC advises manufacturers to produce updated vaccines targeting these strains, anticipated by mid-August to late September. With infection rates rising in at least 38 states and hospitalizations and deaths ticking up, health officials urge preventative measures like wearing masks indoors and staying home when sick.
  • USDA Announces Compensation for Dairy Farmers Affected by Bird Flu Outbreak

    USDA Announces Compensation for Dairy Farmers Affected by Bird Flu Outbreak

    Broke On: Friday, 28 June 2024 The USDA announced plans to compensate dairy farmers for milk losses due to bird flu-infected cows, providing relief through the Emergency Assistance for Livestock program. Over 130 dairy herds in 12 states have been affected since March, causing significant disruptions and financial losses. Bird flu viruses can remain active on hard surfaces for hours, increasing concerns about contamination of milking equipment and potential spread among animals and farmworkers.
  • Unprecedented Surge in Dengue Cases: Over 9.7 Million Reported in Americas Region in 2024

    Unprecedented Surge in Dengue Cases: Over 9.7 Million Reported in Americas Region in 2024

    Broke On: Tuesday, 25 June 2024 In the first half of 2024, over 9.7 million dengue cases have been reported in the Americas region, more than double the number from all of 2023. Puerto Rico alone recorded over 1,498 cases and the CDC has issued a health advisory in the United States. The increase is attributed to warmer temperatures and continuous transmission in some US states and territories. The World Health Organization reports a 30% increase in dengue cases worldwide between 2019-2023, linking this trend to climate change.
  • H5N1 Avian Flu Virus Detected in Dairy Cattle and Poultry Farms: Three Human Infections Reported in the US

    H5N1 Avian Flu Virus Detected in Dairy Cattle and Poultry Farms: Three Human Infections Reported in the US

    Broke On: Friday, 14 June 2024 The H5N1 avian flu virus, which has low immunity among Americans and can easily spread to humans if it mutates, has been detected in dairy cattle and poultry farms across the US. Three human infections have been reported, all involving people who worked closely with animals. The USDA has confirmed 102 outbreaks in dairy herds and over 1,000 poultry flocks. It's crucial for researchers and health officials to monitor the situation as five amino acids must change for the virus to bind to a human receptor and spread human-to-human.