Revisions Log

A log of revisions to articles and news stories.

Oct 25 2023 - New sections added: Epigenetics in Type 1 Diabetes, Latest Advances in Type 1 Diabetes Research, and Testing New Immunotherapies to Prevent Type 1 Diabetes

Type 1 Diabetes Research

Oct 24 2023 - Improvement to general flow of article minor punctuation fixes and the addition of a new image.

What is Type 2 Diabetes?

Oct 24 2023 - Improvement to general tone of article and punctuation. Main image replaced with larger image.

What are Allergies?

Oct 19 2023 - The article titled "Reusing masks may increase your risk of coronavirus infection, expert says" was retracted for the following reasons: Misinformation: The article claimed that wearing masks can increase the risk of contracting the virus. This goes against the current consensus and guidance provided by health organizations around the world, which suggest that masks can provide a level of protection, especially in public settings where other social distancing measures are difficult to maintain. Contradictory Statements: The article quotes Dr. Jenny Harries saying that the virus can get trapped in the material of the mask and cause infection when breathed in. However, later in the article, it mentions that masks prevent infections transmitted by respiratory droplets when used properly. These contradictory statements can confuse readers and spread misinformation. Outdated Information: The data regarding the global toll of the virus is outdated, which can mislead readers about the current status of the pandemic. Generalization: The article's tone suggests that the general public should avoid using masks altogether, which is a misleading generalization. The correct guidance is that certain types of masks should be reserved for healthcare workers, and the general public can use cloth face coverings to slow the spread of the virus. Lack of Comprehensive Guidance: The article focused heavily on the potential negatives of mask usage without emphasizing the importance of proper mask usage, maintenance, and hygiene. Potential for Public Panic: By suggesting that wearing masks can increase the risk of contracting the virus, the article could induce panic and fear among readers, leading to further confusion and misinformed actions.

Reusing masks may increase your risk of coronavirus infection, expert says

Oct 17 2023 - Additional source with updated data added - World Health Organization. “Dementia.” World Health Organization, World Health Organization, 15 Mar. 2023, www.who.int/news-room/fact-sheets/detail/dementia

What is Dementia?

Oct 17 2023 - Data Update: "Dementia affects approximately 50 million people globally (as of 2018)" to "Dementia affects approximately 55 million people globally (as of 2023)". Improvements to grammar and punctuation.

What is Dementia?

Oct 15 2023 - Removed recently broken embedded YouTube video, minor grammatical errors fixed.

What is Nanodentistry?

Oct 10 2023 - The news story titled "Breastfeeding policies may come at a steep cost for mothers" published on Oct 4, 2023, and provided by the University of Georgia, suggests that while promoting breastfeeding has health benefits for infants, it may inadvertently cause women to face workplace disadvantages by reducing their working hours or leaving the workforce, potentially affecting their long-term earnings. This narrative could be viewed as politically offensive as it might seem to place an undue burden on mothers' choices and might be interpreted as suggesting economic consequences over health benefits. The retraction is a response to concerns about framing women's health decisions in purely economic terms, potentially sidelining the broader societal and health implications of such decisions. To read the journal paper associated with the retracted story, please visit Lawler, E. C. & Yewell, K. G., et al. (2023) The Effect of Hospital Postpartum Care Regulations on Breastfeeding and Maternal Time Allocation. American Economic Journal Applied Economics. doi.org/10.1257/app.20220201, https://www.aeaweb.org/articles?id=10.1257/app.20220201

Breastfeeding policies may come at a steep cost for mothers

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