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Metro
27-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Metro
Shakira completely stacks it on stage after concerning health warning for show
To view this video please enable JavaScript, and consider upgrading to a web browser that supports HTML5 video Shakira has been captured on camera suffering a massively awkward fall while performing. A few months ago, the Colombian singer, 48, kicked off her Las Mujeres Ya No Lloran World Tour, her first in seven years. However last week some fans were left on edge when a health warning was issued alerting them that measles may have spready at one of her concerts. Following her show at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford on May 15, the New Jersey Department of Health issued an alert after someone who attended Shakira's concert may have exposed numerous staff and attendees to the disease. A few days on, Shakira has found herself in focus again after stacking it on stage. During her show at the Bell Centre in Montreal, she was performing her 2001 hit Whenever, Wherever when she took a stumble. A fan posted a clip of the moment on social media, which showed Shakira walking away from her microphone stand, raising her arms in the air and bowing to the crowd. As she threw her head down to dance and raised her arms again, she swung her hips a little too hard and went flying to the ground. Looking shocked for a moment, she recovered quickly and jumped back up and continued signing and clapping for her fans to join in. After watching the moment, many rushed to support the singer. 'That's called: Going down with style,' Clarisa posted on TikTok. 'Not Shakira falling and still slaying,' Luna shared. 'I like how when she makes a mistake she just laughs and carries on,' SV added. Since starting her tour, Shakira has been forced to cancel two shows. In February she was rushed to hospital with abdominal pain and couldn't perform a show in Lima, Peru. 'The doctors whose care I am currently under have communicated that I am not in good enough condition to perform this evening,' she announced on social media. 'I am very sad to not be able to take to the stage today, I've been looking forward to reuniting with my incredible fans in Peru. She later added: 'Thank you all for your loving messages. You give me so much strength!! I love you with all my heart.' A few days later a show in Medellin, Colombia, was canned due to safety concerns. Organisers announced that a stage roof malfunction at the venue posed a potential safety hazard and the show was unable to go ahead. Last year Shakira spoke about returning to the spotlight following her marriage breakdown to Spanish football player Gerard Piqué, 38, with whom she shares sons, Milan, 12, and Sasha, 10. More Trending 'For a long time, I put my career on hold, to be next to Gerard, so he could play football. There was a lot of sacrifices for love,' she told The Sunday Times. She went on to explain she focused on transforming her 'pain into creativity, frustration into productivity, anger into passion, vulnerability into resilience'. 'There were so many pieces of my life that crumbled in front of my eyes, and I had to rebuild myself in a way, picking up the bones from the floor and putting them all together. And the glue that kept it all together was music,' she added. Got a story? If you've got a celebrity story, video or pictures get in touch with the entertainment team by emailing us celebtips@ calling 020 3615 2145 or by visiting our Submit Stuff page – we'd love to hear from you. MORE: Jennifer Lopez slammed for 'desperate' stunt on stage at the American Music Awards MORE: Dick Van Dyke shares rare insight into the devastating downside of living until almost 100 MORE: Elizabeth Hurley and Billy Ray Cyrus look loved-up during first outing as couple
Yahoo
22-05-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
Shakira Concert Might've Sparked a Measles Outbreak. Do You Need a Booster?
Shakira's Las Mujeres Ya No Lloran world tour has been drawing massive crowds and electrifying stadiums across the country—but her recent stop at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey on May 15 made headlines for more than just the music. The New Jersey Department of Health issued a warning that an individual infected with measles attended the event, potentially exposing tens of thousands of concertgoers to the highly contagious virus. Measles, once considered eliminated in the United States, is making a concerning comeback (often due to gaps in vaccination) with over 1,000 cases reported nationwide in 2025—the highest in nearly 25 years. Outbreaks are especially risky in crowded public spaces, like concerts, airports or schools where exposure can be hard to track. Earlier this year, two unvaccinated school-age children in Texas died from the virus. More from Flow Space Is It Still Worth It to Get the HPV Vaccine If You're 35 or Older? So, how serious is the measles virus? Should you get a measles booster even if you were vaccinated as a child? And just how effective are they? Let's dive in. Measles is a highly contagious virus which can cause life-threatening illness to anyone who is not protected against exposure. It spreads through airborne droplets when someone coughs or sneezes; you can catch it by simply being in the same room as an infected person—even up to two hours after they've left. Plus, measles symptoms don't appear until 10 to 14 days after exposure. There's no treatment to get rid of an established measles infection, but over-the-counter fever reducers or vitamin A may help with symptoms. 'Measles is so concerning because it is highly contagious—much more than COVID or the flu—so you can be contagious before you have any symptoms,' Dr. Neha Pathak, chief physician editor of WebMD, tells Flow Space. 'The initial symptoms often start just like a bad cold—high fever, cough, runny nose and red eyes. Then, you can also develop the tell-tale rash —a red, blotchy rash that usually spreads from the face down the body.' Other symptoms can include a fever or Koplik spots, which are tiny white spots in the mouth. In more serious cases, it can cause pneumonia, brain swelling (encephalitis), blindness and even be fatal. 'The measles vaccine is extremely effective,' says Pathak. 'About 97% after two doses. It's one of the most protective vaccines we have. One dose is still highly effective at around 93%.' It is generally given in two doses, typically, the first dose at 12 to 15 months of age and the second dose at four to six years of age. In people who receive both doses, contracting measles is extremely rare—even during outbreaks. If you were born between 1957 and 1989, you may have received only one dose of the MMR vaccine (measles, mumps, rubella), which may not offer full protection. Keep in mind that you could expose vulnerable loved ones. Grandchildren, aging parents or immunocompromised friends could be at greater risk if you unknowingly carry the virus. And your immunity might have waned. While measles infection often provides lifelong immunity, vaccine-based protection may diminish over time, especially for those who only got one dose. 'If you were vaccinated after 1968, you're likely protected,' says Pathak. 'The measles vaccine is extremely effective at providing lifelong immunity.' However, if you're unsure, check your vaccination status with your healthcare provider to discuss what your options are. You can also ask your healthcare provider for a blood test to check immunity if you're unsure if you've been vaccinated. Staying measles-aware isn't just about personal protection, it's about safeguarding your family and your community. If you're your vaccination status is unclear, speak with your healthcare provider, practice good hygiene in public spaces and avoid exposure if you hear of local outbreaks—especially in crowded venues.
Yahoo
22-05-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
Officials Warn of Measles Exposure at Shakira's New Jersey Concert
New Jersey officials have warned that someone from out of state attended a Shakira concert while infected with measles The state's Department of Health shared that although cases have not yet been connected with the show, symptoms could develop as late as June 6 There have been three deaths and more than 1,000 people infected by the wildly contagious virus in the U.S. so far this yearA concert-goer attended a recent Shakira concert while infectious with measles, traveling from out-of-state to the singer's recent stadium show in New Jersey. The New Jersey Department of Health issued a warning May 20 alerting residents of 'a newly identified case of measles in a non-NJ resident who attended a concert in NJ while infectious.' The sickened individual attended Shakira's Las Mujeres Ya No Lloran World Tour on May 15, and the agency warned that anyone who was at MetLife stadium in East Rutherford, between the hours of 7:30 pm until 1 am, could have been exposed. As the U.S. Centers for DIsease Control points out, the virus is spread when an infected person coughs or sneezes; the virus stays in the air for up to two hours. The show was sold out, and MetLife Stadium has a capacity of more than 82,000 people. Although the NJDOH notes that at this time, no new cases have been associated with attendance at the show, symptoms could develop as late as June 6. According to the most recent data from the CDC, there have been 1,024 confirmed cases of measles across 14 outbreaks this year. The majority of cases are in children, with 303 cases in children under 5, and 388 cases in kids between ages 5 and 19. The CDC says 96% of those sickened are unvaccinated, or their vaccine status is unknown. The agency says best protection against the wildly contagious illness is 'two doses of the MMR vaccine' — which protects against measles, mumps and rubella. The first dose is administered between 12 and 15 months of age; the second shot comes between 4 and 6 years. However, some adults may not remember getting the shots — or if they were born before 1957, traditional guidelines considered them immune. Measles was so widespread before the vaccine's introduction in 1963, medical professionals assume most people were exposed to it, resulting in some immunity. Measles 'isn't just a little rash,' the CDC says, warning that it can be 'dangerous,' especially for babies and young children. One in 5 people who get the virus will be hospitalized, with symptoms including high fever, a cough, red, runny eyes and nose. It can cause 'cause severe health complications,' the CDC says, including pneumonia, encephalitis (swelling of the brain), and death. Three people have died in the U.S. from the measles so far this year. Multiple large-scale studies have found that vaccines are safe. There is no scientific link between vaccines and autism, according to the Centers for Disease Control. Read the original article on People
NDTV
22-05-2025
- Health
- NDTV
Measles Scare After Shakira's Concert: Signs and Symptoms Of This Highly Contagious Disease
The New Jersey Department of Health has cautioned individuals who attended Shakira's concert on May 15 of a possible exposure to measles. The officials have confirmed that an infected person attended the show at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, raising concerns about potential exposure among thousands of fans. According to the statement issued by the New Jersey Department of Health, anyone who visited MetLife stadium between 7:30 p.m. on May 15 and 1:00 a.m. on May 16 could have been exposed to the highly contagious virus. If infected, individuals may develop symptoms until June 6, 2025. However, no new cases have been reported until now. Health officials have also urged those who attended the concert to seek medical help if they notice any symptoms. Measles, its symptoms and transmission Measles, also called rubeola is a highly contagious illness. It typically affects the respiratory tract and then spreads to other parts of the body. Measles is a serious airborne disease which can lead to complications and even death. How it spreads Measles is highly contagious, which means it spreads easily from person to person. It's an airborne disease, which means it spreads through the air when an infected person breathes, coughs, sneezes or talks. These infected droplets can also land on surfaces which can infect you if you touch contaminated surfaces and then touch your mouth, nose or eyes. The virus can live in the air or on surfaces for up to two hours. What are the symptoms of measles? The most common and classic symptom of measles is a widespread skin rash which commonly starts from the head and slowly spreads to other parts of the body. Other symptoms include: Cough Fever Red eyes Runny nose Sore throat White spots inside the mouth Muscle pain Headache Digestive issues like diarrhea, stomach pain and vomiting These symptoms appear within 10-12 days of exposure to the virus. However, these symptoms don't appear all at once. Fever, cough, runny nose and red eyes may appear first. Two-three days later one may notice white spots inside the mouth followed by a rash around 3-5 days after the initial symptoms. Prevention Unvaccinated individuals are at a higher risk of catching the virus. Measles outbreaks are usually associated with lower vaccination rates. The measles vaccine is one of the best ways to prevent this infection. It is usually given as a combined measles-mumps-rubella (MMR) vaccine to children between 12-15 months of age. According to CDC, the two doses are 97% effective against the virus. Adults who have not been vaccinated can speak with their doctors to get vaccinated. Disclaimer: This content including advice provides generic information only. It is in no way a substitute for a qualified medical opinion. Always consult a specialist or your own doctor for more information. NDTV does not claim responsibility for this information.
Yahoo
22-05-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
Shakira Concert Measles Exposure Report Explained
Reports about a potential measles exposure at a Shakira concert have been circulating on the internet following the singer's performance at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey, last Thursday. Now fans are curious to know more about the illness. The New Jersey Department of Health declared on Tuesday that a non-New Jersey resident attendee of the May 15 concert had measles. The officials urged those who have attended the concert or believe that they have been exposed to the disease to reach out to healthcare providers before visiting any medical office or emergency department. They insisted that people must not go to a medical facility without notifying the staff of the said facility beforehand (via NBC News). According to Mayo Clinic, Measles is a highly contagious infectious disease caused by the virus Morbillivirus hominis. Early symptoms of it include high fever, dry cough, runny nose, and inflamed eyes. Given that the concert took place last Thursday, these symptoms of the disease can show up as late as June 6. Further, a rash often appears on the face about three to five days after the initial symptoms. It then spreads rapidly across the neck, torso, arms, legs, and feet. Small, white marks known as Koplik spots also appear inside the mouth of the patient. Someone who has measles can develop pneumonia, diarrhea, and other complications. In some rare cases, blindness, seizures, and inflammation of the brain can also happen. An airborne disease, measles generally spreads through direct contact with the mouth or nasal secretions. Vaccination and other preventive measures for measles exist, though once the disease develops, there is no specific treatment. What health professionals do instead is treat superinfections and ensure that the patient is hydrated. Those who are not fully vaccinated or have not have measles before are at risk of infection. In 2000, the World Health Organization (WHO) announced that measles had been eradicated in the US due to widespread vaccination. However, in recent years, there has reportedly been a resurgence of the disease due to a variety of factors. The post Shakira Concert Measles Exposure Report Explained appeared first on - Movie Trailers, TV & Streaming News, and More.
