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The health problem plaguing female Olympians as 'pee flies through air' during competition

Team GB Olympian Laura Gallagher Cox has opened up on a health problem that has plagued a number of female athletes throughout their careers, called stress incontinence.

Stress incontinence occurs following an accidental loss of urine through physical exertion, following damage to the pelvic floor over time.

The problem tends to arise in female athletes that take part in high impact sports, and is common in netball, gymnastics and trampolining.

Gallagher Cox - an Olympic trampoliner who competed in Tokyo - opened up in an interview with the Telegraph on how she struggled with the problem at just 15 years of age during a national competition.

On the daunting experience at the national trampolining event, where she was finalising her preparations for the routine she would go onto perform minutes later, she said: “It completely destroyed my warm-up.

"I felt embarrassed. I went to the loo and sorted myself out and changed my leotard. People probably knew what had happened.”

The Olympian is not the only trampoliner to struggle, with the research revealing that it has affected up to 80 per cent of female athletes in the sport, according to the Telegraph report.

The 32-year-old went on to reveal just why it is common in trampolinists, commenting: “When we land from a jump, we put about 16 times our body weight through the trampoline. In terms of peeing, the worst time for it seems to be the younger girls just coming into puberty.

“I’ve been at competitions where I’ve seen girls pee as they take off – when they do a double back somersault you’ll genuinely see urine flying through the air.”

Gallagher Cox’s Team GB teammate Izzy Songhurst admitted she also suffered from the issue as a teenager, and has therefore worn a pad throughout her professional career to prevent a leak whilst competing.

She said: “If you’re having a bad day, you do worry about whether your pad is showing through the back of your leotard or if it’s coming out the side.

“It causes a bit of uncomfortableness and anxiety, which can obviously be distracting and can throw you off.”

The problem was witnessed first hand at the 2005 World Championships after French gymnast Emilie Le Pennec urinated whilst competing at the event.

The same problem occurred for Ecuadorian weightlifter Maria Alexandra Escobar Guerrero at 2012 London Olympic Games, and on both occasions the two athletes were ridiculed online.

With stress incontinence a clear problem within female sport, former rower and women's health coach Baz Moffatt informed the Telegraph on how women can deal with the issue.

Moffatt said: “My recommendation would always be to just go simple first of all and try doing pelvic-floor exercises on your own. Women have no clue how to do pelvic-floor exercises – they’ve never been taught properly – so that’s a challenge. 

Reference:Mirror: Joshua Lees

Women's Sex Organ Related Dis-eases ( Herpes, V.D., Etc.)

There is no mystery to the increasing number of women's sex organ related dis-eases. The dis-eases are caused by biochemical imbalances and the large amounts of synthetic chemicals put in the sex organs.There is no mystery to the increasing number of women's sex organ related dis-eases. The dis-eases are caused by biochemical imbalances and the large amounts of synthetic chemicals put in the sex organs.The destructiiveness of these chemicals amount to a chemical attack.

Ironically, these chemicals are designed by men who will not suffer penile flesh scraping (dilation and curettage) or penis removal (total hysterectomy). These men do not suffer the high  amount or reproductive failures that occur among women (non-productive sperm). Consequently, the consciousness of these dis-eases  and chemical attacks is confined to women.Chemicals attack the women's sex organs in various forms. These synthetic chemicals  are alien to the body and cause the body to eject them.

This ejection takes mon ths or sometimes several years. Chemicals such as those found in synthetic douches contain substances which are not completly proven to be unharmful. If these chemicals were actually safe then the douche solution could be drunk. If a solution is not safe enough for the stomach then it cannot be safe  for the sensitive uterus.

The use of these synthetic chemicals or any synthetic chemical alters the natual body chemistry and vaginal flora (natural fungus, virus, yeast, bacteria found in the vagina and intestines). These chemicals can cause cancer and skin irritation . The skin becomes irritated and ejects the synthetic (man-made) irritants in the form of bumps.Bumps have various labels such as abscesses, cysts, herpes, sores and rashes. The synthetic chemicals in tampons are equally dangerous. Tampons cause the skin to re-absorb dead and dis-easesdcells and other harmful toxic tissues.

Birth control foams, gels, pills and intrauterine devices ( I.U.D.'s) can cause inflammations and skin irritation,biochemical imbalances  and destroy vaginal flora. These chemicals cannot be safely put in the eye, nor can they be considered safe for the sensitive life-giving uterus. Again, these synthetics are ejected in the form of skin eruptions, catarh and other dis-ease states.Birth control foams, gels, pills and intrauterine devices ( I.U.D.'s) can cause inflammations and skin irritation,biochemical imbalances  and destroy vaginal flora. These chemicals cannot be safely put in the eye, nor can they be considered safe for the sensitive life-giving uterus.

Again, these synthetics are ejected in the form of skin eruptions, catarrh and other dis-ease states.Toilet paper treated with synthetic perfumes, dyes and paper bonders and softners cause skin eruptions. The use of antihistamines dries up nasal mucous and vaginal muc ousal fluid which contributes to fungus, yeast and bacterial dis-eases.Anibiotic usage kills natural vaginal bacteria and may give rise to virus yeast, and fungus dis-eases. So it follows that tight pant, nylon stockings and nylon (non-cotton) panties stop proper air ventilation of the vagina.

This can cause vaginitis (inflammation ), skin eruptions and create a moist environment for excessive fungus, yeast, virus and bacteria to grow. Aside from this the introduction of alien bacteria through oral sex can contribute to altering the natural flora and cause dis-eases known as abscesses, cysts, sores, hepes, etc. Consciousness of the dis-ease process broadens the woman's ability to remedy the dis-ease. There is a basic question that has to be understood in the dis-ease process.How did the first person on the face of the earth contact V.D.? There must have been a first person to have had V.D. in order to sexually transmit it to another person. After all, there was no one to catch V.D. from so, how did the first person get herpes, V.D., and other dis-eases of this nature?

A conscious analyst reveals that the body produced the dis-ease. The body will always produce herpes, V.D. and other dis-eases whenever it is in an unhealthy state.An unhealthy state is created by perversions of the natural laws. The law says a whole personm  must eat whole foods. Whole foods are made by nature, not by man. Man made foods are partial foods. Partical foods are synthetic, processed, denatured, refined conserved, preserved, and embalmed with chemicals. Partial foods produce partial health, which results in dis-ease. These foods leave the body ill-prepared to protect itself thereby creating a fertile soil for dis-eases.

V.D. and herpes can be triggered by foods. Allergic reactions to the synthetic chemicals, additives, dyes or preservatives in foods can cause the vagin al area to react. The skin reaction can result in eruptions which try to eject the chemicals . V.D. can also be triggered by hormonal imbalances. Consequently, a woman with an estrogen hormone imbalance will get various types of V.D. before, during and after menstruation. Herbs such as liquorice, sarsaparilla,m black cohosh, saw palmetto, damina, foti and ginseng can balance hormone levels.V.D. and herpes can be triggered by foods.

Allergic reactions to the synthetic chemicals, additives, dyes or preservatives in foods can cause the vagin al area to react. The skin reaction can result in eruptions which try to eject the chemicals . V.D. can also be triggered by hormonal imbalances. Consequently, a woman with an estrogen hormone imbalance will get various types of V.D. before, during and after menstruation. Herbs such as liquorice, sarsaparilla, black cohosh, saw palmetto, damina, foti and ginseng can balance hormone levels.

Treatment for various types of V.D.  vary and can be specific. In general baths hot and cold can be used. Baths aid in the cleansing of the body. For example, baking soda, vinegar, sea salt and herbs can be used in baths. Herbs which are beneficial in douches and baths.Treatment for various types of V.D.  ary and can be specific. In general baths hot and cold can be used. Baths aid in the cleansing of the body.Herbs which are beneficial in douches and baths. Syphilis, like all dis-eases, affects the entire body. A cleansing diet of fruit or high enema with herbs should be taken. No meats or synthetic chemicals in foods should be eaten. There are many herbs that can be used such as burdock,red clover, devil's claw, oregon grape, uva ursi, buckthorn, spikenard and yellow dock.

The general, herbal treatment for V.D. of all types should be rigid. Herbs should be mixed together and measured one tablespoon or one teaspoon to a cup. A tablespoon should be used in severe cases. Boil water and then place herbs in water and let them steep for fifteen minutes to half an hour. Then strain herbs while warm (not hot) and drink at least four or more cups per day. Never drink with meals. It is best to drink one or more hours before or after meals. The same system of herb measurement can be used for douche solution, enemas and baths. In case of baths, a shallow sponge bath is suitable.Gonorrhea, like syphilis, is attributed to a germ. In European thought, they (Europeans) are either being attacked or they are attacking someone.

So it follows that, they believe that a germ has attacked them and caused the dis-ease. This thought process would lead to the conclusion that the body is attacking itself and causing dis-ease or else a germ is. Europen science never states that healthy germs are attacking the body and giving health. In any case, germs, bacteria, yeast and fungus ate present in the body at all times. When the germ community balance is altered by faulty nutrition or a trauma, then the germ population increases. Theis is erroneously blamed on the germs that are only reacting to a dis-ease state.

Imbalanced nutrition causes the internal and external skin to deteriorate, also it causes the skin to split and lacerate producing sores. The sores associated with this dis-ease can be treated with the herbs listed previously. Additionally, goldenseal, aloe, garlic, thyme and myrrh can be applied to sores combined with clay and chacoal.Imbalanced nutrition causes the internal and external skin to deteriorate, also it causes the skin to split and lacerate producing sores. The sores associated with this dis-ease can be treated with the herbs listed previously.

Additionally, goldenseal, aloe, garlic, thyme and myrrh can be applied to sores combined with clay and chacoal. Discahrge disorders such as leukorrhea can  can be treated. Leukorrhea can be treated with astringent herbs such as white oak bark, barberry, tormentil (often used to make the vagina tight), hemlock, black berries, hickory, uva ursi and Queen of the |Maiden. Of, course, a strict diet and health program is always in dicated in dis-eases such as leukorrhea.

Imbalanced nutrition causes the internal and external skin to deteriorate, also it causes the skin to split and lacerate producing sores. The sores associated with this dis-ease can be treated with the herbs listed previously. Additionally, goldenseal, aloe, garlic, thyme and myrrh can be applied to sores combined with clay and chacoal. Imbalanced nutrition causes the internal and external skin to deteriorate, also it causes the skin to split and lacerate producing sores. The sores associated with this dis-ease can be treated with the herbs listed previously. Additionally, goldenseal, aloe, garlic, thyme and myrrh can be applied to sores combined with clay and chacoal. Discahrge disorders such as leukorrhea can be treated.

Leukorrhea can be treated with astringent herbs such as white oak bark, barberry, tormentil (often used to make the vagina tight), hemlock, black berries, hickory, uva ursi and Queen of the Maiden. Of, course, a strict diet and health program is always in dicated in dis-eases such as leukorrhea.

• Other vaginal problems can be treated naturally. A partial list of treatment follows: 
• Vaginitis: gum arabic, marshmallow root: Excessive menstruation: yarrow, pilewort, sorrel, witch hazel, burnet;
• Excessive discharge: shepherd's purse, alum root, bethroot, plantain, oregon grape, bayberry;
• Estrogen Imbalance; Squaw vine, licorice, sarsaparilla;
• Cancer: Pau D'arco, red clover;
• Prolapsed Uterus: Slippery elm, comfrey;
• Cramps; Rue, fennel, pennyroyal, thyme, wood betheny, blue cohosh.

A preventitive douche could consist of herbs such as marshmallow, fennel, fenugreek, bayberry bark and uva ursi. Prevention is the best method of avoiding dis-eases. A balanced diet, exercise, a healthy mental outlook and a healthy spirit are the foundation for prevention of all dis-eases.

A preventitive douche could consist of herbs such as marshmallow, fennel, fenugreek, bayberry bark and uva ursi.A preventitive douche could consist of herbs such as marshmallow, fennel, fenugreek, bayberry bark and uva ursi.Prevention is the best method of avoiding dis-eases. A balanced diet, exercise, a healthy mental outlook and a healthy spirit are the foundation for prevention of all dis-eases. All women's sex organ dis-eases can be treated naturally with herbs, foods and nutritional supplements. These dis-eases may seem to be local or confined to the vagina; however, all dis-eases indicate an imbalance and weakness of the entire body. Consequently, the diet must be of natural foods. Nowwithstanding, sexual activity should be avoided while treatment is taking place. It is time to consciously evaluate female dis-eases. And, the realization that the human being is wholistic, consists of a body, mind and spirit must be applied in all considerations of female dis-eases. 

Reference:African Holistic Health: Llaila  O. Africa

Mark Hoppus has stage 4 lymphoma

Mark Hoppus is battling an aggressive form of lymphoma.

The Blink-182 star revealed last month he’s undergoing chemotherapy for cancer and he’s now shared further details about his illness, including the fact his blood is “trying to kill” him and he’s been diagnosed with a stage four form of the disease.

In a Twitch Q&A with Chilean fans, he said: “[I have] diffuse large B-cell lymphoma.

“My classification is stage IV-A, which means, as I understand it, it’s entered four parts of my body. I don’t know how exactly they determine the four part of it, but it’s entered enough parts of my body that I’m stage IV, which I think is the highest that it goes.

“So, I’m stage IV-A…The cancer isn’t bone-related, it’s blood-related. My blood’s trying to kill me.”

The ‘What’s My Age Again’ rocker has been undergoing intensive chemotherapy and has found the side effects tough.

He said: “The first chemo, I felt like I was a zombie that fell onto an electric fence and was just being shocked.

“The second round of chemo, I just felt very weak and tired. Really just like the worst flu ever. The third round of chemo, I started retching. Nauseous and that whole thing.”

Mark’s mother has battled the “exact form” of cancer he’s been diagnosed with so she’s proven to be a great source of help and support.

He said: “Oddly enough, we have the exact form of cancer.

“And she beat it, so I’ve been able to talk to her and bond with her quite a bit.”

The 49-year-old rocker has lost his hair as a result of his treatment but he’s managed to see the funny side.

He said: “I want to get the absolute worst toupee, so that it’s obviously not my hair, and just walk around and see how people look at me.” 

Reference: Bang ShowBix: Bang Showbiz

Steroids are life-saving for critically ill COVID-19 patients, WHO says

There's yet more evidence that cheap, widely available steroids can help save the lives of critically ill COVID-19 patients. In a new analysis that included data from seven clinical trials, the drugs reduced the risk of death among patients by one-third, compared with patients given only standard care.There's yet more evidence that cheap, widely available steroids can help save the lives of critically ill COVID-19 patients. In a new analysis that included data from seven clinical trials, the drugs reduced the risk of death among patients by one-third, compared with patients given only standard care.

Based on the analysis, the World Health Organization (WHO) updated its treatment guidelines for corticosteroids, recommending that those with a severe COVID-19 infection receive the drugs for seven to 10 days as their new standard of care. Those with mild infections shouldn't get steroids because "current data indicated they would not likely derive benefit and may derive harm" from taking the drugs, the guidelines state.

The new analysis was published Sep. 2 in the Journal of the American Medical Association (JAMA).Early on, there were hints that steroids could be life-saving for COVID-19 patients. For instance, data from China, published in March in JAMA Internal Medicine, suggested that corticosteroids could reduce deaths among coronavirus patients with "acute respiratory distress syndrome" (ARDS) — a condition where the lungs become severely inflamed and their air sacs fill with pus. 

In June, U.K. researchers reported that a steroid called dexamethasone reduced the death rate among COVID-19 patients who required oxygen, either through ventilation or less-invasive methods, Live Science previously reported.

But that research had not yet been peer reviewed.  

"Without access to full trial details, clinicians were uncertain whether to begin using dexamethasone in patients hospitalized with COVID-19, and if they used it, how they should implement it in practice," professors of medicine Hallie Prescott and Todd Rice wrote in an editorial about the new analysis, also published today in JAMA. 

That said, "there has been widespread adoption of steroids in the care of critically ill patients with COVID-19" since the U.K. report came out, Dr. Nahid Bhadelia, medical director of the Special Pathogens Unit at the Boston University School of Medicine, told Stat News. "This is particularly true in many resource-limited countries where I work," she noted, given that dexamethasone is cheap and easy to get. 

Dexamethasone works by suppressing the immune system and reducing inflammation in the body, and is commonly prescribed for psoriasis, rheumatoid arthritis, asthma and some cancers, such as leukemia, Live Science previously reported. In the new analysis, the researchers looked at trials that tested either dexamethasone or one of two other steroids, hydrocortisone and methylprednisolone.

All the drugs similarly dampen the immune response, cause blood vessels to constrict and help to reduce fibrosis, or the development of thick scar tissue, according to the JAMA editorial. 

According to the analysis, all three steroids reduced patient mortality at similar rates; overall, the authors calculated a 34% reduction in the risk of death among critically ill patients given steroids compared with those given standard care, Stat News reported. Overall, only 18% of those taking steroids reported serious side effects, compared with 23% of those given standard care; within individual trials, these relative rates differed, but in most of the studies, steroids weren't associated with a higher risk of side effects.

The new analysis should dispel any remaining doubts about administering steroids to critical COVID-19 patients, Dr. Todd Rice, an associate professor of medicine and critical care physician at Vanderbilt University School of Medicine, told The New York Times. Previous studies of the coronaviruses SARS-CoV and MERS-CoV suggested that steroids might hobble the immune system as it attempts to fight off the pathogens, but that doesn't seem to be a big concern here, according to the JAMA editorial.

The benefits of steroids outweigh the risks to critical COVID-19 patients, although "the exact threshold at which an individual patient should be prescribed corticosteroids remains unclear," Prescott and Rice wrote in the editorial. For example, there are different forms of acute respiratory distress syndrome, and steroids may relieve one form of ARDS more effectively than another, they noted. Further research should reveal who exactly should be given steroids, at what dose and when in the course of their illness.

Reference: Live Science: Nicoletta Lanese 15 hrs ago: 02/09/2020 : Originally published on Live Science.