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- Daily Mail
Urgent warning for residents in the Northern Territory as cases of sexually transmitted infection explode
Medical experts are warning residents in the Northern Territory to get tested for syphilis following an explosion in cases of the potentially deadly infection. The NT has recorded more than 183 cases of syphilis so far this year, following back-to-back near-record months since an outbreak began in 2013. Consistently high case numbers prompted the territory's top medical officer to establish a dedicated response team, the syphilis Incident Management Team (IMT) in February. Syphilis can be particularly devastating for pregnant women, leading to miscarriage, stillbirth, neonatal death, low birth weight and congenital syphilis. Australian Medical Association NT president Dr John Zorbas acknowledged the numbers were high, but suggested better testing could be contributing to the spike. 'Sometimes a large increase in case numbers is a good thing,' he told NT News. 'That means we're doing more testing, we're finding these cases and we're actually getting those cases treated.' Of the 183 cases identified in the NT from January 1 to June 22, 93 per cent of cases were successfully treated, a government spokesperson told the publication. Syphilis is a sexually-transmissible infection (STI) usually caused by having vaginal, oral or anal sex with an infected person, through pregnancy and, in rare cases, through skin-to-skin contact. While it is easy to cure if found early, it can cause serious illness, disability and even death if left untreated. The IMT advised pregnant women to test five times across the course of a pregnancy - at the outset, at 28 weeks, at 36 weeks, at birth and six weeks after birth. It also recommended testing for all people aged 15 years and older presenting to any health service including primary health care and emergency departments. Common symptoms include sores or ulcers in the genital areas, anus, cervix or mouth, rash, skin lesions, swollen lymph glands, fever, patchy hair loss, muscle and joint aches, headaches, tiredness and warty lumps. Not all patients will present with symptoms, however, meaning regular testing is crucial to ensure the disease does not cause long-term damage. Syphilis can spread to the nervous system, known as neurosyphilis, which can lead to headaches, altered behaviour, difficulty coordinating muscle movements, paralysis, numbness and even dementia. It can also spread to the eye, known as ocular syphilis, which can cause vision loss, blurred vision, eye pain, eye redness and even permanent blindness. Syphilis was almost entirely eradicated in Australia by the early 2000s but cases have exploded following an outbreak in north-west Queensland in 2011. Since then, the disease has spread nationwide with outbreaks currently active in Queensland, the Northern Territory, Western Australia and South Australia. Case numbers across the country increased 400 per cent between 2011 and 2023, with a disproportionate impact on Indigenous Australian communities. The NT has been hit hardest by the outbreak, with its per capita rate more than five times higher than any other jurisdiction at its peak in 2018. To avoid contracting syphilis, the Department of Health recommends people should get tested regularly and avoid sexual activity while unwell. It also recommends using condoms with condom-safe lubricants during vaginal and anal sex and dental dams during oral sex. You should see your doctor or visit a family planning clinic or sexual health clinic if you are concerned you or anyone you have had sexual contact with has syphilis.
Yahoo
28-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Captor Capital Corp. Drives Strategic Expansion with US$500,000 Bitcoin Acquisition and US$450,000 Convertible Loan Note from European Institutional Investor
TORONTO, May 27, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Captor Capital Corp. ('Captor' or the 'Company') (CSE: CPTR) is excited to announce a significant milestone in its growth strategy with the acquisition of US$500,000 in Bitcoin for treasury holdings and the issuance of unsecured convertible loan notes (the 'Notes') in the aggregate amount of US$450,000 to a European-based institutional investor (the 'Noteholder'). These strategic moves reinforce Captor's commitment to innovative financial strategies and delivering exceptional value to its shareholders. The Notes will be convertible into common shares in the capital of Captor (the 'Common Shares') at a price equal to the closing price of the Common Shares trading on the Canadian Securities Exchange (the 'CSE') on the day immediately before the earlier of May 27, 2026 (the 'Maturity Date') or the conversion of the Notes. Key Highlights of the Convertible Loan Note Agreement: Cost-Effective Capital: The Notes, maturing on the Maturity Date, are unsecured and bear interest at a rate of 6.5%, providing Captor with flexible, low-cost capital to support its ambitious growth plans. Flexible Conversion Terms: The Notes may convert into Common Shares under the following conditions: Upon a qualified equity fundraising of US$10 million or more. Following a share sale resulting in a change of control. Prior to the Maturity Date with the consent of the Company. On the Maturity Date, if no prior conversion event occurs and with the consent of the Company. Controlled Transferability: The Notes are transferable only with Captor's written consent and in minimum denominations of US$1,000, ensuring structured and secure transactions. The Notes are not listed on any stock exchange, including the CSE, and no application for listing is currently planned, ensuring a focused and efficient investment structure. Strategic Use of Proceeds The proceeds from the Notes will bolster Captor's general working capital and fuel its dynamic investment strategies, enabling the Company to drive sustainable growth across its diversified portfolio. Leadership Perspective John Zorbas, Director of Captor, commented: 'We are thrilled to partner with a leading institutional investor in this financing. This agreement provides us with the financial flexibility to execute our strategic vision. Combined with our recent Bitcoin acquisition, Captor is well-positioned to capitalize on emerging opportunities and deliver long-term value to our shareholders.' About Captor Capital Corp. Captor Capital Corp. is a forward-thinking Canadian investment firm dedicated to creating shareholder value through strategic financing and high-impact partnerships. By leveraging innovative investment opportunities, including digital assets like Bitcoin, Captor is building a diversified portfolio designed for growth. For Further Information, Please Contact:John Zorbas, DirectorEmail: info@ (416) 827-5109 Forward-Looking Information This press release includes certain 'forward-looking information' within the meaning of applicable Canadian securities legislation. All statements herein, other than statements of historical fact, constitute forward-looking information. Forward-looking information is frequently, but not always, identified by words such as 'expects', 'anticipates', 'believes', 'intends', 'estimates', 'potential', 'possible', and similar expressions, or statements that events, conditions, or results 'will', 'may', 'could', or 'should' occur or be achieved. Forward-looking information in this press release includes, but is not limited to, statements regarding the issuance, conversion and terms of the Notes; the intended use of proceeds; the Company's aim to provide to investors the potential for significant equity upside; the Company's ability to seize high-potential opportunities and drive sustainable growth across its portfolio; and the Company's vision and business and investment strategies. Forward-looking information reflects the beliefs, opinions and projections on the date the statements are made and are based upon a number of assumptions and estimates that, while considered reasonable by the Company, are inherently subject to significant business, technical, economic, and competitive uncertainties and contingencies. Many factors, both known and unknown, could cause actual results, performance or achievements to be materially different from the results, performance or achievements that are or may be expressed or implied by such forward-looking information. Such risks, uncertainties and other factors include, without limitation, the Company's ability execute on its vision and business and investment plans; growth and development of decentralized finance and the digital asset sector; rules and regulations with respect to decentralized finance and digital assets; and general business, economic, competitive, political and social uncertainties. There can be no assurance that such forward-looking information will prove to be accurate, as actual results and future events could differ materially from those anticipated in such information. Accordingly, readers should not place undue reliance on the forward-looking information. 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Yahoo
27-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Captor Capital Corp. Drives Strategic Expansion with US$500,000 Bitcoin Acquisition and US$450,000 Convertible Loan Note from European Institutional Investor
TORONTO, May 27, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Captor Capital Corp. ('Captor' or the 'Company') (CSE: CPTR) is excited to announce a significant milestone in its growth strategy with the acquisition of US$500,000 in Bitcoin for treasury holdings and the issuance of unsecured convertible loan notes (the 'Notes') in the aggregate amount of US$450,000 to a European-based institutional investor (the 'Noteholder'). These strategic moves reinforce Captor's commitment to innovative financial strategies and delivering exceptional value to its shareholders. The Notes will be convertible into common shares in the capital of Captor (the 'Common Shares') at a price equal to the closing price of the Common Shares trading on the Canadian Securities Exchange (the 'CSE') on the day immediately before the earlier of May 27, 2026 (the 'Maturity Date') or the conversion of the Notes. Key Highlights of the Convertible Loan Note Agreement: Cost-Effective Capital: The Notes, maturing on the Maturity Date, are unsecured and bear interest at a rate of 6.5%, providing Captor with flexible, low-cost capital to support its ambitious growth plans. Flexible Conversion Terms: The Notes may convert into Common Shares under the following conditions: Upon a qualified equity fundraising of US$10 million or more. Following a share sale resulting in a change of control. Prior to the Maturity Date with the consent of the Company. On the Maturity Date, if no prior conversion event occurs and with the consent of the Company. Controlled Transferability: The Notes are transferable only with Captor's written consent and in minimum denominations of US$1,000, ensuring structured and secure transactions. The Notes are not listed on any stock exchange, including the CSE, and no application for listing is currently planned, ensuring a focused and efficient investment structure. Strategic Use of Proceeds The proceeds from the Notes will bolster Captor's general working capital and fuel its dynamic investment strategies, enabling the Company to drive sustainable growth across its diversified portfolio. Leadership Perspective John Zorbas, Director of Captor, commented: 'We are thrilled to partner with a leading institutional investor in this financing. This agreement provides us with the financial flexibility to execute our strategic vision. Combined with our recent Bitcoin acquisition, Captor is well-positioned to capitalize on emerging opportunities and deliver long-term value to our shareholders.' About Captor Capital Corp. Captor Capital Corp. is a forward-thinking Canadian investment firm dedicated to creating shareholder value through strategic financing and high-impact partnerships. By leveraging innovative investment opportunities, including digital assets like Bitcoin, Captor is building a diversified portfolio designed for growth. For Further Information, Please Contact:John Zorbas, DirectorEmail: info@ (416) 827-5109 Forward-Looking Information This press release includes certain 'forward-looking information' within the meaning of applicable Canadian securities legislation. All statements herein, other than statements of historical fact, constitute forward-looking information. Forward-looking information is frequently, but not always, identified by words such as 'expects', 'anticipates', 'believes', 'intends', 'estimates', 'potential', 'possible', and similar expressions, or statements that events, conditions, or results 'will', 'may', 'could', or 'should' occur or be achieved. Forward-looking information in this press release includes, but is not limited to, statements regarding the issuance, conversion and terms of the Notes; the intended use of proceeds; the Company's aim to provide to investors the potential for significant equity upside; the Company's ability to seize high-potential opportunities and drive sustainable growth across its portfolio; and the Company's vision and business and investment strategies. Forward-looking information reflects the beliefs, opinions and projections on the date the statements are made and are based upon a number of assumptions and estimates that, while considered reasonable by the Company, are inherently subject to significant business, technical, economic, and competitive uncertainties and contingencies. Many factors, both known and unknown, could cause actual results, performance or achievements to be materially different from the results, performance or achievements that are or may be expressed or implied by such forward-looking information. Such risks, uncertainties and other factors include, without limitation, the Company's ability execute on its vision and business and investment plans; growth and development of decentralized finance and the digital asset sector; rules and regulations with respect to decentralized finance and digital assets; and general business, economic, competitive, political and social uncertainties. There can be no assurance that such forward-looking information will prove to be accurate, as actual results and future events could differ materially from those anticipated in such information. Accordingly, readers should not place undue reliance on the forward-looking information. 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