Abby Parks had never heard of parvovirus when she began feeling flu-like symptoms in late April, followed by joint pain and a rash. Parks, 27, a special education teacher in Springfield, Illinois, was about 18 weeks pregnant and had been feeling very sick with a fever for days, but tests for Covid and strep came back negative. The school nurse, who had been seeing students with “really rosy, red cheeks,” suggested Parks might have the same infection. “I got progressively sicker,” she said. “I was in bed with a fever for four or five full days.” When blood tests given…
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By Dr Su-San Chang, Lead Shepherd, Agricultural Technical Cooperation Working Group Women are often overrepresented in seasonal, informal, part-time, and low-wage work with limited access to social protection. It is critical to invest in economic empowerment of women in small-scale agriculture through various means such as education, training and financing, according to the Food and Agriculture Organization. First and foremost, small-scale farmers generally face many challenges. However, women in small-scale farming face multiple constraints beyond those of male farmers. Women tend to be invisible to policymakers because they are not seen as productive as men. They often are expected to…
If you’re an audiophile seeking the ultimate sound experience, the new oraimo SpaceBuds are here to revolutionize your music journey. Mobile accessories giant, oraimo recently launched the oraimo SpaceBuds and this has got tech experts talking because of its sophisticated features. Engineered with cutting-edge technology and a deep understanding of audio engineering, these earbuds are poised to redefine how you immerse yourself in your favourite tunes.oraimo SpaceBuds Clear call Banneroraimo SpaceBuds Assembly BannerPowered by advanced features like 4-mic 50dB Active Noise Cancellation (ANC), HavyBass™ bass boost algorithm, and a massive 11mm dynamic driver, the SpaceBuds which are the new generation…
The Orlando Magic are an exciting young team with the potential to be a serious threat in the Eastern Conference. The young duo of Paolo Banchero and Franz Wagner anchors their roster with both forwards having genuine All-Star upside. Earlier this summer, the Magic landed a big free agent in two-time NBA champion Kentavious Caldwell-Pope, solidifying their status as a rising team in the league. Nevertheless, Orlando’s best chance at success comes from the continuous internal development of its multiple young stars. During a recent appearance on ESPN’s First Take, Banchero shared his belief that the Magic are capable of challenging…
She walked out of her bedroom a few minutes after I arrived, the pallu of her sari draped, as always, across her right shoulder, Gujarati in style. Shireen* smiled at me as she slowly made her way to the couch, her short grey hair resting on her neck. For the next few hours, we sat in the lounge, amid remnants that each told their own story. An over 60-year-old grandfather clock from England, her father’s rocking chair from old Lahore, a table carved by woodworkers in Bombay (now known as Mumbai) several decades ago. Shireen rested her hands, etched with…
A prosecutor says five people have been charged in connection with Matthew Perry’s death from a ketamine overdose last year, including the actor’s assistant and two doctors. U.S. Attorney Martin Estrada announced the charges Thursday, saying the doctors supplied Perry with a large amount of ketamine and even wondered in a text message how much the former “Friends” star would be willing to pay. “These defendants took advantage of Mr. Perry’s addiction issues to enrich themselves. They knew what they were doing was wrong,” Estrada said. “In this case we are not talking about legitimate Ketamine treatment, we are talking…
If left unaddressed, burnout can erode the passion that inspired you to start your business in the first place By BDC MONTREAL, Canada – Burnout is a state of profound mental, emotional and physical exhaustion that often follows a period of prolonged work-related stress. While everyone is at risk of experiencing it, research suggests entrepreneurs are especially susceptible to burnout, due in part to the enduring uncertainty that comes with running a business. Another element of risk for burnout is that they can be so passionate that they have a hard time setting aside their work. “So many entrepreneurs have an obsessive passion…
Manchester City supporters were hit with heartbreaking news after the club’s manager, Pep Guardiola confirmed that the team will be without Rodri when they face Chelsea at Stamford Bridge.Pep Guardiola was speaking in a pre-match conference ahead of his first game of the 2024/25 Premier League season as he looks to defend his title. According to him, Manchester City will be without its midfield engine, Rodri due to lack of match fitness.He said,”He had zero training sessions with us, he’s not ready.”Rodri was instrumental in Spain’s success at the Euro 2024 competition which they won at the expense of England…
The Houston Texans shocked most of the football world last season, bouncing back from a three-win campaign to win the AFC South championship. With plenty of returning weapons and some exciting new ones, they’ll enter the new year as the favorite to do it again. Here are the franchise’s five most valuable people for 2024: 5. Head coach DeMeco Ryans Upon arriving in Houston, Ryans immediately changed the team’s culture, helping transform a 3-13-1 team to a 10-7 division champion in only his first season manning the sidelines. Last season’s success, paired with offseason upgrades to the roster through free agency and…
US Secretary of State Antony Blinken to travel to the Middle East on Saturday to continue diplomatic push for Gaza ceasefire deal.United States President Joe Biden has said that a Gaza ceasefire deal is now in sight and warned parties in the Middle East to not undermine the ongoing negotiations to reach an agreement that would see the release of captives held by Hamas in exchange for Palestinian detainees in Israeli jails. Biden told reporters on Friday that a deal was “much, much closer” than before the talks began, but he also cautioned that “we’re not there yet”. “There’s a…