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Winter, pollution, changing lifestyle surging autoimmune diseases in women

17Jan

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Winter, pollution, changing lifestyle surging autoimmune diseases in women

The prevalence of autoimmune diseases is increasing, especially in women, and the ongoing winter season, along with high pollution, may be worsening the symptoms, said an expert from the All India Medical Sciences (AIIMS) Delhi on Wednesday. Dr. Uma Kumar, Professor and head of department of Rheumatology, AIIMS, explained that autoimmune diseases develop through a complex process, which may be limited to a single organ or be systemic. While limited diseases involve only one organ, such as the pancreas, systemic conditions affect multiple organs. These include rheumatoid arthritis, systemic lupus erythematosus, scleroderma, Sjögren’s syndrome, IgG4-related diseases, and many others, with nearly 60 diseases in this category. These are more prevalent in women. “These diseases can occur at...

Nick Reiner placed in mental health conservatorship in 2020: report – National

17Jan

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Nick Reiner placed in mental health conservatorship in 2020: report – National

New details have come to light about Nick Reiner’s mental health in the years before he was charged with two counts of first-degree murder in the deaths of his parents, Rob and Michele Singer Reiner. According to a report published by the New York Times on Thursday, Reiner, 32, entered into a mental health conservatorship in 2020 that ended in 2021. The outlet cited confirmation from a clerk at the Los Angeles Superior Court.Reiner’s appointed conservator, Steven Baer, told the outlet that mental illness “is an epidemic that is widely misunderstood, and this is a horrible tragedy.”Reiner was allegedly put under an L.P.S. conservatorship — based on a 1967 law, the Lanterman-Petris-Short Act — that established a new process for involuntary psychiatric treatment in California, according to th...

Millions of Earbuds and Headphones Have a Serious Android Security Vulnerability

16Jan

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Millions of Earbuds and Headphones Have a Serious Android Security Vulnerability

If you're an Android owner who uses wireless headphones or earbuds, remove them for a second and listen up: As first reported by WIRED, millions of audio devices from reputable brands like Sony, JBL, Anker, Sonos, and even Google itself are now facing a major security vulnerability that could allow hackers to eavesdrop on your conversations or track your location. There are ways to plug the hole, but you'll need to jump through a few hoops to do it.How the "WhisperPair" attack worksThe vulnerability was first discovered by Belgium's KU Leuven University Computer Security and Industrial Cryptography Group, and is being dubbed "WhisperPair." It takes advantage of Android's Fast Pair feature, which allows for convenient, one-tap connections to nearby Bluetooth devices, similar to what might p...

New study shows how exposure to natural daylight can help diabetics

16Jan

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New study shows how exposure to natural daylight can help diabetics

Daylight can help improve metabolic health, enabling people with type 2 diabetes to achieve better glycaemic control, according to a study. Researchers from the University of Geneva (UNIGE) in Switzerland and Maastricht University in the Netherlands found that people exposed to natural light had blood glucose levels in the normal range for more hours per day, with less variability. In addition, their melatonin level -- the sleep hormone -- was a little higher in the evening, and fat oxidative metabolism was also improved. The study, published in the journal Cell Metabolism, provided the first evidence of the beneficial impact of natural light on people with this condition. "It has been known for several years that the disruption of circadian rhythms plays a major role in the developme...

Daldal teaser: Bhumi Pednekkar`s thriller is full of gory, haunting visuals

16Jan

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Daldal teaser: Bhumi Pednekkar`s thriller is full of gory, haunting visuals

Prime Video has announced January 30 as the worldwide premiere date of its Hindi crime thriller series Daldal with a gripping, grisly teaser. Based on Vish Dhamija’s bestselling book Bhendi Bazaar, Daldal, an Abundantia Entertainment production, is created for a series by Suresh Triveni and produced by Vikram Malhotra and Triveni. Set against the backdrop of Mumbai, the series follows Rita Ferreira, Mumbai Crime Branch’s DCP, played by Bhumi Pednekkar, as she finds herself facing a cold-blooded killer in a high-stakes game of survival. Daldal will premiere exclusively on Prime Video across India and in over 240 countries and territories worldwide on January 30. Daldal teaser Daldal centers on newly appointed DCP Rita Ferreira, a cop driven by justice yet haunted by guilt and the demons...

Kiefer Sutherland arrested after allegedly assaulting ride-share driver – National

16Jan

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Kiefer Sutherland arrested after allegedly assaulting ride-share driver – National

Descrease article font size Increase article font size Canadian actor Kiefer Sutherland was arrested in Los Angeles after an alleged physical altercation with a ride-share driver, according to the Los Angeles Police Department. Sutherland, 59, was arrested just after midnight on Monday after officers responded to a call reporting an assault at an intersection just south of Hollywood Hills near Sunset Boulevard and Fairfax Avenue.Sutherland is accused of assaulting the driver after entering the vehicle and making criminal threats toward them, the LAPD told NBC4 Investigates, which was first to report the news.The driver did not require medical treatment, police said.Sutherland was arrested on suspicion of felony criminal threats, according to p...

Antibiotic use during pregnancy may raise risk of bacterial disease in babies

16Jan

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Antibiotic use during pregnancy may raise risk of bacterial disease in babies

Maternal use of antibiotics during pregnancy may raise the risk of babies developing Group B Streptococcus (GBS) disease -- a common bacterial disease, according to a study. While the bacteria usually live harmlessly in the gut or genital tract, they can cause serious infections, especially in newborns, older adults, and immunocompromised individuals, leading to sepsis, meningitis, and pneumonia. The study led by an international team from Karolinska Institutet in Sweden, University of Antwerp in Belgium, showed that prenatal antibiotic exposure was associated with an increased risk of neonatal GBS disease, within four weeks of delivery. Early third-trimester exposure showed the strongest association. “Prenatal antibiotic exposure can raise GBS risk within four weeks postpartum, especi...

The Samsung S85F OLED TV Just Got Even Cheaper

16Jan

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The Samsung S85F OLED TV Just Got Even Cheaper

We may earn a commission from links on this page. Deal pricing and availability subject to change after time of publication. Credit: Illustration by Rene Ramos. As is usually the case after Consumer Electronics Show (CES), older flagship tech products drop in price—including TVs like OLED models, QLEDs, and budget-friendly options. In other words, the coming weeks are a great time to upgrade if you're looking for bargains on older flagship models. One of the best deals I've found so far is on the Samsung S85F, an entry-level OLED TV that was already on the low end of the price spectrum before this latest discount. Right now, you can get the 65-inch series for $1,197.99 (origin...

Mumbai: After 11 yrs of severe pain, Mauritius man finds relief in therapy

15Jan

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Mumbai: After 11 yrs of severe pain, Mauritius man finds relief in therapy

A 41-year-old man from Mauritius, who had been living with crippling hip pain for over 11 years due to Avascular Necrosis (AVN), has found significant relief and renewed hope after undergoing advanced therapy. The man went through cell-based regenerative therapy at StemRx Hospital & Research Centre in Navi Mumbai with the expertise of Dr Pradeep Mahajan, who is a regenerative medicine researcher and founder of StemRx. The patient was able to avoid hip replacement surgery and regain a better quality of life. Kavraj Singh Bohani had been battling constant pain, stiffness, and restricted movement for more than a decade. Over the last three to four years, his condition worsened drastically, affecting his ability to walk, sleep, work, and carry out daily activities. Multiple doctors in M...

Melissa Gilbert, Timothy Busfield’s wife, ‘stands with and supports’ husband – National

15Jan

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Melissa Gilbert, Timothy Busfield’s wife, ‘stands with and supports’ husband – National

Melissa Gilbert is standing by her husband Timothy Busfield as he faces accusations of child sex abuse. A representative for the Little House on the Prairie actor, 61, released a statement after Busfield surrendered to authorities in Albuquerque, N.M., on Tuesday. An arrest warrant had been issued for the 68-year-old director to face child sex abuse charges last week by the Albuquerque Police Department (APD).“Melissa Gilbert is not making public statements at this time,” publicist Ame Van Iden told People in a statement. “Any purported ‘statements’ circulating online — including AI-generated deepfakes of her ‘breaking her silence’ — should not be treated as coming from her.”“She is honoring the request of Tim’s lawyers not to speak publicly while the legal process unfolds,” the statement ...