Scientists have discovered that people can contract herpes simplex virus type 1 (HSV-1) through the nose during oral sex, potentially leading to brain damage and dementia. Professor Deepak Shukla of the University of Chicago found that HSV-1 particles can be inhaled when someone's face is pressed against an infected partner's skin or sores. The virus hijacks a normal enzyme called heparanase (HPSE), which amplifies inflammation, making brain infections more devastating. Nearly four billion people worldwide carry HSV-1, and while most cases are harmless, it can cause encephalitis, a brain inflammation that can lead to conditions like Alzheimer's disease.
https://www.dailymail.co.uk/sciencetech/article-14485993/Urgent-warning-common-sexual-act-lead-DEMENTIA.htmlA new mom is finding it challenging to regain her pre-baby physique due to balancing work, parenting, and sleep deprivation. Her husband's subtle comments, such as questioning whether she deserves dessert, are perceived as pressure to prioritize weight loss over other responsibilities.
https://www.dailymail.co.uk/femail/article-14488649/My-husbands-drunk-friend-let-slip-hes-really-boys-nights-hes-panicking-saying-men-refuse-touch-SAUCY-SECRETS.htmlThe Turkish Humanitarian Relief Foundation (IHH) organized an iftar table in the Jobar neighborhood of Damascus, Syria, to aid those affected by the Syrian war. The event took place on Saturday, March 1, 2025, amidst the devastation caused by the conflict.
https://apnews.com/article/syria-ramadan-religion-muslims-eecb6e648d3f6847c3944837db93c1ebThe Illinois Department of Human Services' distribution of Narcan, a lifesaving antidote for opioid overdoses, has led to a nationwide decrease in fentanyl-related overdose deaths. According to the CDC, this is the first time since 2018 that such deaths have decreased. The Pritzker Administration reported an 8.3% drop in total drug overdose deaths and a 9.5% decline in synthetic opioid-related deaths in Illinois in 2023. However, experts like McLean County Coroner Yoder caution that Narcan alone cannot solve the problem, as fentanyl is often mixed with other substances like benzodiazepine and xylazine, which are not reversible with Narcan.
https://www.dailyherald.com/20250315/news/republican-bills-aim-to-assist-illinois-in-its-battle-against-fentanyl/The Indian government has introduced six post office savings schemes that offer income tax deductions under section 80C, allowing individuals to save for retirement and other long-term goals while reducing their taxable income. These schemes include the Public Provident Fund (PPF), National Savings Scheme (NSS), Senior Citizen Savings Scheme (SCSS), Recurring Deposit (RD), Time Deposit (TD), and Kisan Vikas Patra (KVP).
https://www.livemint.com/money/personal-finance/these-6-post-office-savings-schemes-offer-income-tax-deductions-under-section-80c-such-as-ppf-nsc-kvp-ssy-scss-11742028099071.htmlIndia has strongly supported advancing labour welfare, quality employment and social justice worldwide at the International Labour Organisation (ILO) meeting in Geneva. Led by Secretary Sumita Dawra, India showcased its achievements and perspectives on promoting these issues globally. The country highlighted its progress in doubling social protection coverage to 48.8%, increasing global average coverage by over 5%. India also expressed support for greater global cooperation on managing skilled migration pathways and securing rights for migrant workers through bilateral agreements.
https://www.lokmattimes.com/business/india-backs-steps-to-boost-labour-welfare-quality-jobs-at-ilo-meet-in-geneva-1/India's delegation, led by Sumita Dawra, showcased the country's achievements in promoting labour welfare, social justice and quality employment generation globally. India has doubled its social protection coverage to 48.8 percent, increasing the average global coverage by over 5 percent. The country's flagship institutions, such as EPFO, ESIC, e-Shram Portal, PM Jan Arogya Yojana, and Targeted PDS, were highlighted for their contributions. India also reiterated its support for well-managed migration pathways, given its status as a major source of migrant workers and recipient of high remittances.
https://www.lokmattimes.com/business/india-ilo-discuss-fair-wages-gig-workers-welfare-and-decent-work-conditions/Deepa Malik, India's Paralympic queen, has written a book about her life, which is described as "no less sparkling" than her battle for life. She suffered a major head concussion and a broken neck in a car accident in 1983, resulting in her becoming a quadriplegic.
https://www.deccanchronicle.com/lifestyle/booksart/book-review-indias-paralympic-queen-tells-her-story-1866989Indonesia plans to lift its decade-long ban on sending citizens to work in Saudi Arabia, following assurances of improved labor protections from the Saudi government. The agreement, set to be signed later this month, includes measures such as a minimum monthly wage and health insurance for migrant workers. Indonesia's Migrant Workers Protection Minister Abdul Kadir Karding said President Prabowo Subianto has approved the lifting of the moratorium, which was imposed in 2015 due to concerns about mistreatment of Indonesian workers. The Saudi government is offering over 600,000 job openings, including 400,000 for domestic workers and 200,000 for formal sector jobs.
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