Month: September 2021

The protein CD47 may contribute to the severity of COVID-19 infections in people – FingerLakes1.com
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The protein CD47 may contribute to the severity of COVID-19 infections in people – FingerLakes1.com

 September 25, 2021 @ 6:05 PM  Have a tip for the newsroom, press release, local event listing or digital content to share? Send it here. Support our mission by visiting patreon.com/fl1 and becoming a monthly subscriber. Researchers believe that one specific protein in a person is what determines the severity of the virus when they contract COVID-19. It appears that individuals with higher levels of the CD47 protein present on the surface of infected cells blocks the immune system from fighting the virus. The issue is that the CD47 protein signals the immune system to not harm it, and if it’s in the way then the immune system can’t get around it. The job of the protein is to signal the immune system to not attack healthy cells. Researchers are find...
N.C. Health Department announces availability of Pfizer COVID-19 booster shot for eligible residents – WXII12 Winston-Salem
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N.C. Health Department announces availability of Pfizer COVID-19 booster shot for eligible residents – WXII12 Winston-Salem

The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services announced that Pfizer COVID-19 booster shots are now available for citizens that are considered high-risk for contraction of the virus. In a media release sent out on Friday, officials said that the Pfizer-BioNTech (COMIRNATY) COVID-19 booster shot is recommended and available for N.C. individuals who identify as one or more of the following:Have been fully vaccinated for six months or more with the Pfizer-BioNTech vaccine. 65 years or older18 years or older with underlying medical conditions Work in a high-risk setting (healthcare workers, teachers, childcare providers or food workers)"Pfizer boosters are now authorized for certain groups of individuals to extend the protection of vaccines against severe illness," said NCDHH...
‘Jagged Little Pill’ Producers To Launch Investigation Into Cast Member Claims Of Unsupportive Workplace – Deadline
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‘Jagged Little Pill’ Producers To Launch Investigation Into Cast Member Claims Of Unsupportive Workplace – Deadline

The producers of Broadway’s Jagged Little Pill have hired an outside firm to investigate claims of an unsupportive workplace made yesterday by former cast member Nora Schell. “We are deeply troubled by the recent claims that have been made by a former cast member,” said Vivek J. Tiwary, Arvind Ethan David, and Eva Price, lead producers of Jagged Little Pill, in a statement. “We met with our cast and members of our core creative team today to let them know we take this matter very seriously, and to share with them the actions we are taking in response.” Among the actions the producers are taking is the hiring of Jay Hewlin and The Hewlin Group, a consulting firm that specializes in diversity/inclusion, leadership development, employment law, and other management issues. ...
Meghan Markle, Prince Harry advocate for vaccine equity during Global Citizen Live appearance – Fox News
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Meghan Markle, Prince Harry advocate for vaccine equity during Global Citizen Live appearance – Fox News

Meghan Markle and Prince Harry advocated for coronavirus vaccine equity during an appearance at Saturday's Global Citizen Live event in New York City. Markle, 40, emphasized that billions of people around the world do not have access to the coronavirus vaccine during her remarks. "Every single person on this planet has a fundamental right to get this vaccine. That's the point, but that's not happening," Markle said (via People magazine.) "And while in this country and many others, you can go almost anywhere and get vaccinated, billions of people around the world cannot," she continued. "This year, the world's expected to produce enough doses to meet the target of vaccinating 70% of people in every single country. But it is wrong that so much of the vaccine supply has only gone to just...
Netflix Shares Teaser Trailer for Kanye West Documentary jeen-yuhs: Watch – Pitchfork
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Netflix Shares Teaser Trailer for Kanye West Documentary jeen-yuhs: Watch – Pitchfork

Netflix has announced the release of a new multi-part Kanye West documentary, sharing a teaser trailer for the project as part of its part TUDUM fan event. The film, titled jeen-yuhs, was purchased for roughly $30 million, and has been in the making for 21 years. The doc will feature rare and never-before seen footage of West, including home videos. Jeen-yuhs hits the streaming site in 2022, but Netflix has yet to specify a release date. See the teaser below. Jeen-yuhs was created by filmmakers Clarence “Coodie” Simmons and Chike Ozah (aka Coodie & Chike), who run the company Creative Control. The pair also directed West’s “Through the Wire” visual, as well as the third version of the “Jesus Walks” video. Creative Control will produce the doc alongside TIME Studios. West is reportedly...
‘Jagged Little Pill’ Producers Appoint External Firm to Investigate Allegations of Mistreatment Made By Former Cast Member – Hollywood Reporter
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‘Jagged Little Pill’ Producers Appoint External Firm to Investigate Allegations of Mistreatment Made By Former Cast Member – Hollywood Reporter

The producers behind the Tony-nominated Jagged Little Pill have responded to claims made by a former cast member alleging mistreatment and discrimination, stating they are “deeply troubled” and will launch both an investigation into the issues raised and an external review of the production’s policies and procedures. “We are deeply troubled by the recent claims that have been made by a former cast member. We met with our cast and members of our core creative team today to let them know we take this matter very seriously and to share with them the actions we are taking in response,” lead producers Vivek J. Tiwary, Arvind Ethan David, and Eva Price said in a statement released Saturday. According to the statement, the external firm Jay Hewlin and The Hewlin Grou...
Tom Felton gives update on health after collapsing during golf tournament: Im on the mend – Fox News
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Tom Felton gives update on health after collapsing during golf tournament: Im on the mend – Fox News

Tom Felton updated fans on his health in a video shared Saturday to Instagram.  The 34-year-old actor stunned fans when he collapsed during a recent appearance at a celebrity exhibition during the Ryder Cup. At the time, a friend of Felton's assured fans he was "okay." The "Harry Potter" star has now addressed the "scary episode" himself.  "Just wanted to say a huge thank you for all the lovely well wishes as of recent," he said in the clip. "Yeah, it was a bit of a scary episode, really." TOM FELTON'S FRIEND GIVES UPDATE AFTER ACTOR COLLAPSED AT RYDER CUP Tom Felton assured friends that he's ‘on the mend’ after he collapsed during a celebrity exhibition at the Ryder Cup. (Photo by Dave Hogan/Getty Images) "I’m on the mend," Felton continued. "People have been look...
Do I have fall allergies or COVID-19? – WOODTV.com
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Do I have fall allergies or COVID-19? – WOODTV.com

DENVER (KDVR/WATE) — Fall is officially here and with it, comes seasonal allergies. From coughing to sneezing, and even that scratchy throat, how can you tell the difference between your allergies and COVID-19? The answer might not be as simple as it seems. The easiest way to determine the difference is by getting a COVID-19 test. According to Dr. Flavia Hoyte, an allergist with National Jewish Health, “Most people who have allergies know what their allergies feel like and when they tend to peak.” A fever does not accompany allergies, so if you have one it could be the first sign that you may want to get tested for COVID-19. Experts warn that you can also be sick with COVID-19 and not have a fever, however. ‘Almost identical’ symptoms As we enter the fall,...
Son of supermodel Christensen, Walking Dead star Norman Reedus arrested for assault – New York Post
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Son of supermodel Christensen, Walking Dead star Norman Reedus arrested for assault – New York Post

Model Mingus Lucien Reedus, son of supermodel Helena Christensen and “Walking Dead” star Norman Reedus, was arrested Friday night for punching a woman he didn’t know at the San Gennaro Festival in Little Italy. Reedus, 21, who lives in Chelsea, was busted after a woman said she had an argument with him and he punched her in the face, police said. The incident took place near Mulberry Street and Baxter Street. The 24-year-old woman was taken to New York-Presbyterian/Lower Manhattan Hospital with a cut under her left eye, according to the NYPD. Mingus, who models using his middle name, just a week ago made his debut on the cover of Vogue Hommes. His mom, one of the original Angels for Victoria’s Secret, shared snaps from the photo shoot on her Instagram. ...