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Bloomberg
20 minutes ago
- Business
- Bloomberg
C3.ai CEO Tom Siebel to Seek Successor Due to Health Concerns
Software company Inc. is looking for a new chief executive officer after Tom Siebel said he intends to step aside due to health concerns. 'After being diagnosed with an autoimmune disease in early 2025, I have experienced significant visual impairment,' Siebel said in a statement Thursday. He will remain executive chairman once the company's board appoints a successor, he added.
Daily Mail
20 minutes ago
- Health
- Daily Mail
X Factor star reveals 'devastating' diagnosis after years of suffering physical pain and mental anguish as famous friends rush to offer support
X Factor star Ella Henderson has revealed she's been diagnosed with endometriosis, which she claimed was both 'devastating' yet 'validating' after finally discovering the route of her chronic pain. The songstress, 29, who found fame on the show in 2012, took to her Instagram on Wednesday as she bravely opened up about the mental toll the condition had also taken and left fearing she was making up her symptoms. Endometriosis occurs when cells in the lining of the uterus are found elsewhere in the body. Symptoms include pain, heavy periods and fatigue, as well as a higher risk of infertility, and bowel and bladder problems. In a clip the Ghost hitmaker said: 'The last few years have been a bit of a rollercoaster to say the least, behind the scenes and I've really really been struggling,' 'With not only stomach bloating and physical pain and mental health, because at one point I thought all this pain was in y head and I wasn't really believed'. Later writing in a statement: 'After years of struggling with confusing and challenging health problems including stomach bloating, bowel pain and heavy periods. 'Plus countless GP appointments leading to scans, tests and the feeling that maybe the pain was all in my head, I was officially diagnosed with Endometriosis in January this year. Ella continued: 'The revelation came after a laparoscopy, which found severe endometriosis behind my uterus and scar tissue affecting my bladder and bowel. 'For those who are unfamiliar with this condition (just like I was only months ago) - endometriosis occurs when cells similar to the ones in the lining of the womb are found elsewhere in the body'. "The diagnosis was a difficult one to swallow but on the other hand it feels validating and empowering. It meant I wasn't imagining things after all, and 1 could finally find a way forward and take control of my body'. 'My long journey to an endometriosis diagnosis is not unique. It takes on average up to 9 years in the UK, which for many like me, can put an immense mental and physical toll on you. "Living in chronic pain, not being believed, and constant misdiagnosis led to periods of depression, isolation and anxiety. If health practitioners had recognised my endometriosis symptoms sooner, I might all that have been spared'. "Although it took a long time (like many women out there) to finally get a definitive diagnosis, it has allowed me to receive appropriate and life-changing support. "Which, in my case, was surgery, that so far helped to significantly reduce my symptoms. Unfortunately, there is no actual cure for endometriosis,' Later writing in a statement: 'After years of struggling with confusing and challenging health problems including stomach bloating, bowel pain and heavy periods' 'So ongoing management will likely be part of my life, whether that's through lifestyle changes, pain management, or other treatments'. Ella's fans and famous friends alike were quick to rush to the comment and offer her their support. TV's Gabby Roslin shared a slew of love heart emojis while broadcaster Miranda Burns said: 'Worst club with the best members. thank you for sharing Ella. Sending lots of love'. Following her appearance on the X Factor, where she became the eighth contestant eliminated, Ella has gone on to release hit single Ghost, Glow and Yours. WHAT IS ENDOMETRIOSIS? Endometriosis occurs when cells in the lining of the uterus are found elsewhere in the body. Each month, these cells react in the same way as those in the uterus; building up, breaking down and bleeding. Yet, the blood has no way to escape the body. Symptoms include pain, heavy periods and fatigue, as well as a higher risk of infertility, and bowel and bladder problems. Its cause is unknown but may be genetic, related to problems with the immune system or exposure to chemicals. Treatment focuses on pain relief and improving quality of life, which may include surgery or hormone treatment.
Daily Mail
an hour ago
- Health
- Daily Mail
The science-backed workout that makes men TALLER in just two months - and you can really see the difference
When Sydney estate lawyer Oliver Morrisey realised his job was starting to take both a physical and emotional toll, he knew he had to change up his fitness regimen. 'Years of courtrooms and being bent over a desk had pulled my shoulders down and smushed my back together,' Oliver says.
Yahoo
an hour ago
- Health
- Yahoo
New study reaches landmark conclusion about impact of wind turbines on human health: 'Not a cause-and-effect relationship'
New study reaches landmark conclusion about impact of wind turbines on human health: 'Not a cause-and-effect relationship' A new peer-reviewed study from researchers at Poland's Adam Mickiewicz University has found no evidence that wind turbine noise causes mental harm, putting to rest a persistent and unsubstantiated claim that clean energy projects may be harming our health. Medical Xpress reported that the study measured brainwave activity in 45 university students exposed to different sounds — including traffic, wind turbines, and silence — without revealing the sources. Participants described the turbine noise as white noise and did not report it as any more stressful than city traffic. The researchers also found no measurable differences in brain activity, nor any signs of psychological harm, across the various sound environments. "Although these results cannot be generalized, they support the concept that the interlinkage between exposure to wind turbine noise and human cognitive functioning is not a cause-and-effect relationship," the authors wrote in the study, published in the journal Humanities and Social Sciences Communications. While they acknowledged that their research is not definitive on long-term exposure, they concluded that "wind turbine syndrome" — the conspiracy theory suggesting these sounds cause cancer or mental illness — has no scientific basis. This is reassuring news for consumers and communities. Wind turbines are among the most cost-effective sources of clean energy and can offer great economic and health benefits. They reduce dependence on dirty energy sources like oil and gas, helping to curb rising health risks tied to air pollution. They can also help stabilize public energy grids and lower utility costs for homeowners. Plus, by reducing the amount of heat-trapping air pollution the energy industry generates, we're working toward a safer, cleaner future for all of us. Studies like this help cut through misinformation that could dampen public reception to clean power sources. "This interpretation is compatible with previous findings showing social contexts, such as socialization and misinformation, as a moderator of the interlinkage between wind turbine noise and human functioning," the study authors wrote. A discussion on Reddit shared similar viewpoints on the topic. "Colleague of mine [used] to do community engagement," one commenter said. "Received lots of calls about how the wind turbines were making people in the area sick. She had to tell them that the newly built turbines hadn't actually been switched on yet. Not saying some people weren't having a reaction though as the mind can be a powerful tool (look up the Nocebo effect)." Do you worry about air pollution in your town? All the time Often Only sometimes Never Click your choice to see results and speak your mind. Join our free newsletter for weekly updates on the latest innovations improving our lives and shaping our future, and don't miss this cool list of easy ways to help yourself while helping the planet. Solve the daily Crossword
CBC
an hour ago
- Health
- CBC
Number of measles cases in N.S. continues to rise
The number of measles cases continues to rise in Nova Scotia. Nova Scotia Health says there are now 30 cases of measles in its northern zone, with eight of those lab-confirmed and the others considered confirmed based on symptoms and household exposure. A news release Thursday from the health authority says the new cases are "mainly found in large households and specific, small communities with close contact." While Public Health says it expects the number of cases to rise in the coming weeks, the risk to the public is still considered low, as most people are protected from measles by being vaccinated or from previous infection. No new public exposure sites have been identified, and none of the current cases are linked to previous public exposures at the Aberdeen Hospital in New Glasgow or St. Martha's Regional Hospital in Antigonish. Nova Scotia Health says it is believed that the cases all stem from travel within Canada to regions with known measles cases. "We would like to thank the communities involved," Dr. Ryan Sommers, Public Health's senior regional medical officer of health, said in the news release. "The communities are being very careful to protect others, and we thank them for their ongoing co-operation with our Public Health teams while we support them and limit further spread." Symptoms of measles include: Fever. Cough, runny nose, red eyes. Small white spots inside the mouth and throat. A red blotchy rash on the face that spreads down the body. Measles is highly contagious and spreads by air when an infected person breathes, coughs or sneezes. While most people with measles recover within two to three weeks, some people have serious complications, and infants, people with weakened immune systems and pregnant people are more at risk.
