ts implanted with the Micropure IOL (BVI). Average induced astigmatism was 1 D at 3 months, and 80% of patients were within 1 D of intended correction, with similar outcomes and a tendency for

Michael, who is AbbVie's chief operating officer, will become the company's second-ever CEO since the company spun out from Abbott Laboratories in 2013. 

The doctor's lifeless body was found after the locals spotted it floating in a drain and immediately alerted the police. Upon receiving the report, the police rushed to the spot along with forensic experts of the Field Unit.

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As per a TOI news report, the police were searching for the doctor for a week, leading to the start of a search operation in order to find her but failed. After the recovery of her body, the police reached out to the doctor's relatives and obtained confirmation of her identity.

According to the father's statement, the doctor was suffering from depression and had a tendency to end her life. It emerged that she had earlier attempted suicide several times but failed. 

However, this time, the doctor went outside from her house informing her parents that she was going for a walk and went missing. It is unclear whether she committed suicide or if any foul play was involved. The results of her postmortem examination will help the police in determining the cause for her passing.

"My daughter was a little introvert and she had attempted suicide several times before. She was suffering from depression for a long and was undergoing treatment in Fatehgarh. Eight years ago, while on her way for medical treatment, she had tried to commit suicide by jumping off a train near Shamsabad,” her father informed the daily.

“On Feb 9, she jumped into a drain near her room in Azamgarh. We then brought her to Kanpur on Feb 10. On Feb 11 morning, Richa left the house saying that she was going for a walk and did not return. After inquiring with neighbours and relatives, the family lodged a missing complaint at Gujaini police station,” he added.

A case was registered at the Gujaini police station under section 154 Criminal Procedure Code, 1973 but the police failed to trace her. 

Talking about the case, Gujaini police station in-charge Vinay Tiwari said “Further investigations are underway to ascertain the exact cause of the woman’s death."

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The whole genome sequencing data from a wide range of Americans aims to address the historical lack of diversity in existing genomic datasets by focusing on previously under-represented groups. The U.S. National Institutes of Health-funded "All of Us" study turned up 1 billion genetic variants in total.

"Sequencing diverse populations can lead to new drug targets that are relevant to everyone," said Dr. Josh Denny, a study author and its chief executive. "It can also help uncover disparities that lead to specific treatments for people that are experiencing higher burdens of disease or different disease."

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Although many genetic variants have no impact on health, nearly 4 million of the newly discovered differences in the genetic code are located in areas that may be tied to disease risk, the researchers reported in a series of papers published in Nature and related journals.

"This is huge," said Denny. The study aims to eventually collect DNA and other health data on 1 million people in hopes of better understanding genetic influences on health and disease.

Nearly 90% of genomic studies to date have been done in people of European ancestry, which has led to a narrow understanding of the biology of diseases and slowed the development of drugs and prevention strategies effective in diverse populations, the leaders of several NIH departments wrote in a related commentary.

"It's a huge gap, obviously, because most of the world's population is not of European ancestry," Denny said.

Recent studies have already shown how genetic diversity can impact disease risk. Variants in the APOL1 gene discovered in 2010 help account for 70% of the increased risk for chronic kidney disease and dialysis seen in people in the U.S. with sub-Saharan African ancestry.

Likewise, a class of drugs called PCSK9 inhibitors that dramatically lower very high levels of low-density lipoprotein (LDL) - the so-called bad cholesterol - were discovered by sequencing the genetic code of 5,000 people in Dallas of African ancestry.

Much more work is needed to understand how the new trove of genetic variants contributes to various health conditions, but the scientists believe they could be used to refine tools used to calculate a person's risk for disease.

On Monday, February 19, the team from the Vector Control Unit will visit a number of districts in St Andrew. They are Corbin’s Road, Lakes Road, Farrell Road, Isolation Road, Jordan Road, Franklin Doughlin Road, Babylon Road, Walkers, Bawden’s Road, and environs.

The following areas in St Peter will be fogged on Tuesday, February 20: French Village, Mount Brevitor, West Ring Road, Vuemont, Bow Drive, Inner Circle, Mile- and- a- Quarter, and surrounding districts.

On Wednesday, February 21, the St Peter districts of Maynard’s Road, Maynard’s Housing Area, Leslie Gardens, Carpenter’s Circle, Rose Hill, and environs will be sprayed.

The team will target the St Lucy districts of Trent’s Road, Hannays Road, Swampy Town, Hope Bridge Road, and neighbouring areas on Thursday, February 22.

Fogging will conclude for the week on Friday, February 23, in St Thomas in White Hall Road, Country View, Hill View Drive, and environs.

Fogging takes place from 4:30 to 8:30 p.m. daily. Householders are reminded to open their windows and doors to allow the spray to enter. Children should not be allowed to play in the spray.

Members of the public are advised that the completion of scheduled fogging activities may be affected by events beyond the Unit’s control. In such circumstances, it will return to communities affected in the soonest possible time.

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Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) may be common, but it’s also sometimes hard to spot.

ADHD is usually first diagnosed in childhood and is one of the most common neurodevelopmental disorders in children, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).

Symptoms of ADHD in kids can include trouble paying attention, difficulty controlling impulsive behaviors and displaying periods of hyperactivity.

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But how these symptoms show up in boys versus girls, and eventually in men versus women, can make a big difference in diagnosis.

Sabrina Nasta, a licensed mental health counselor with Grow Therapy in Orange Park, Florida, told Fox News Digital that ADHD can show up in three different ways: through inattention, hyperactivity and a combination of the two.

In women, ADHD most commonly manifests as inattention, which includes an inability to pay attention, distractibility and lack of compliance, according to Nasta.

In men, ADHD occurs in a hyperactive way, causing issues with sitting still or wanting to be constantly "doing something," said the expert.

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McCall Letterle, head of U.S. commercial operations for ADHD assessment company Qbtech, also commented on these differences in a conversation with Fox News Digital.

Athough many of the symptoms, including hyperactivity, inattention and impulsivity, are the same, it’s how the symptoms "manifest themselves" that causes a variation between males and females, the Atlanta-based expert noted.

A struggle with discipline seems to be a commonality of ADHD in men and women based on their lifestyle and age, Nasta added.

In young boys, for example, ADHD shows up as "unnecessary" hyperactive energy; they "don’t have the capacity to not do anything," the expert said.

In girls, the same inattentiveness may arise, but it's most likely internalized.

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"They may be sitting in the classroom, they may be sitting still, but they're not paying attention," Nasta said.

"It's tough because for a girl, it looks like they're rebelling or being disobedient, [but] for a boy, [it seems that] they're just being ridiculous and hyper."

The differences in ADHD presentation have led to a "massive amount of underdiagnosed women," according to Letterle.

"This [disorder] was first researched in males, and the criteria developed around symptoms most commonly seen in boys," she told Fox News Digital. 

"These are also the most overtly obvious symptoms — like hyperactivity, inability to sit still, disruption and difficulty focusing, often in the classroom — that lead to associated behavioral issues," Letterle added.

While some women do experience these hyperactive symptoms, they are not the most prevalent symptoms and they look different when they do occur, according to Letterle.

"Women tend to exhibit symptoms that are more internalized," she said. 

"For instance, their inattention is much harder to recognize than boys, as it can be displayed as daydreaming or inward distraction."

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Letterle pointed out the "external fallout" of these ADHD symptoms in girls — which results in "high rates of anxiety" due to missed information at school.

In many cases, girls have to work twice as hard to retain information and meet academic standards as their peers, and they experience low levels of confidence stemming from these difficulties, she added.

"That is subjectively a lot harder to identify than distracted boys, who are poking the individual next to them as they struggle to maintain focus."

These variants lead to a "massive difference in diagnostic rates" between young girls and boys, Letterle said.

Boys are often diagnosed and treated faster than girls because their symptoms are easier to identify, she added.

One of the best ways to cope with ADHD is to educate yourself, or your child, on the best way to function in different environments, said Nasta.

Some of the strategies she recommended include practicing mindfulness and self-awareness, and coming up with the best game plan in any given situation.

Stress management is another great coping tool, especially for boys, added Nasta.

For kids, stress management can mean participating in leisure activities or hobbies like playing video games or hanging out with friends.

"It's about allowing them to let that energy go in a more supportive way," Nasta said.

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ADHD in boys and girls can be difficult for caretakers — parents, guardians and even teachers — to identify when they lack the "appropriate tools" to make "more accurate referrals," Letterle noted.

To overcome that challenge, Nasta encouraged caretakers to "listen more."

"If you’re really paying attention and your kid’s trying, this could be a neurological or neurodevelopmental concern versus them just struggling with emotions," she said.

It might be helpful for parents to "be more curious" and ask their children questions about their feelings when they are overwhelmed, Nasta suggested.

"What do you experience when you're overwhelmed? Are you able to focus or pay attention to your teacher? Do you notice what your thoughts are doing?" she listed as example questions.

"If it sounds really concerning and intrusive, I would say that's the point of … seeing a professional."

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Early ADHD intervention is "critical for reducing suicide rates, job instability and substance abuse in those left untreated," Letterle said.

"The diagnostic process has been left largely to subjective rating scales, creating a desperate need for clinicians to start adopting a more data-driven approach to symptom measurement," she added.

"Objective data compares performance in the three core symptom areas against age- and sex-matched controls without ADHD — meaning women are compared to other women to improve the ability to accurately identify their diagnosis," the expert said.

While the term "ADHD" is often tossed around to describe when someone is feeling unfocused, Nasta listed a few warning signs that could point to an actual diagnosis.

The expert said to monitor daily responsibilities such as hygiene, finances, academics and even basic social skills such as listening and communication.

"If you notice impairments and deficits in any of those, I would say that would be the time to talk to somebody," she advised.

For people who are unsure of their symptoms, Letterle recommended seeking out a provider who uses objective data in a comprehensive evaluation.

"[This] would help to better ensure not only a more accurate diagnosis, but also one that helps eliminate the bias that often leads to high rates of underdiagnosis or misdiagnosis in women," she said.

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The Healthy Caribbean Coalition (HCC) has expanded its sponsorship through the Theme Category for the upcoming Caribbean Broadcasting Union (CBU) NGC Caribbean Media Awards to two (2) categories; Print Media and Television. The HCC recognises the importance of the content published by the regional media, as a key partner, in the efforts to reduce the incidence of childhood obesity and non-communicable diseases, across the Caribbean. Media advocacy around healthy food policies supports on-the-ground and digital communication campaigns across the Caribbean. Through this effort, the HCC continues to encourage the media to increase the coverage and the focus on comprehensive healthy nutrition food policies, as one of the key steps in promoting an environment which is conducive to good health.

On August 13, 2024, the National Gas Company of Trinidad and Tobago (NGC) CBU Caribbean Media Awards Gala event transmitted live from Belize, will include an award for print journalism and television journalism under the theme: Healthy Nutrition Food Policy.  The prize will include a trophy as well as a BBD $2,000.00 bursary for the Award winners each, to produce additional material under the theme. This year, the HCC will also sponsor the travel and accommodation of the two (2) winners in the theme category: Healthy Nutrition Food Policy; Print and Television, to attend the Awards.

The eligible entries for the HCC-supported Award will explore regional healthy food policies including regulating school food environments, particularly  through the restriction or  ban on the sale and marketing of ultra-processed food products in schools (including sugar sweetened beverages (SSBs)); fiscal policies to make healthy foods more affordable while deterring consumption of unhealthy ultra-processed food products through taxation such as the introduction of or increase in SSB taxes of at least 20%; and strengthening food labelling through the introduction of octagonal ‘high-in’ warning labels on pre-packaged foods  using the PAHO nutrient profile model.

This category is open to all print and television media, whether or not they are CBU members, operating from: Anguilla; Antigua and Barbuda; the Bahamas, Barbados, Belize, the British Virgin Islands; the Commonwealth of Dominica; Grenada; Guyana, Haiti, Jamaica, Montserrat; St. Kitts & Nevis; St. Lucia; St. Vincent & the Grenadines; Trinidad and Tobago; and the Turks & Caicos Islands.

Entries must have been published between January 1 and December 31, of 2023 and can be submitted through to February 29, 2024.

In welcoming the continued partnership with the CBU, HCC Communications Officer, Mrs. Sheena Warner-Edwards noted that

the HCC has been able to fortify direct engagement with the region’s media. In small developing settings such as those in the Caribbean, the media has been a major partner in the public health space. As partners, they have served as crucial health information vehicles. Their significant influence has led to increased awareness in and adoption of best public health practices, exemplified by the productive dialogue around and implementation of healthy nutrition food policies across the region”.

HCC Communications Officer, Mrs. Sheena Warner-Edwards

More information on the Awards can be obtained from CBU’s website, HCC’s website or through CBU’s and HCC’s other online platforms.

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