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2023-07-06 06:01:42

Frequently, due to global warming, scientists discover a world teeming with ancient microbes frozen in prehistoric layers of permafrost. Today we invite you to discover 8 of these zombie viruses that existed thousands of years ago.

The story of the giant virus, named Pithovirus sibericum, that was isolated from a >30,000-year-old radiocarbon-dated sample from the Siberian permafrost in 2014 and was surprisingly found to be still infectious

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8. Pithovirus sibericum

Pithovirus sibericum is one of the largest viruses ever discovered. Measuring regarding 1.5 micrometers long, it is the size of a small bacterium. He is part of a group called “giant viruses”. It has an oval shape, a thick wall, an opening at one end and is capped with a cork structure and a grid in the form of a honeycomb. Scientists have discovered it in a core of ancient Siberian permafrost in Kolyma, in the Russian Far East. They named it following the Greek term “pithos”, in reference to the amphoras used by the ancient Greeks to store wine and food. They published the results of their study in the journal PNASin 2014.

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2023-07-06 05:44:08

Parkinson’s: smart watches might detect the disease © Adobe stock

Seven years before the onset of symptoms, connected watches might detect Parkinson’s disease. This is what emerges from a British study conducted among more than 100,000 people.

Parkinson’s affects motor functions

272,500 French people are affected by Parkinson’s disease. 25,000 new cases occur each year. This disease is neurodegenerative, with the progressive disappearance of certain neurons in the brain. Parkinson’s is characterized by a decrease in motor functions : slowing down of gestures, rigidity of the limbs, tremors, increasingly small handwriting.

A watch that records the speed of movements

British researchers came up with the idea of lay trackers on the wrist of 103,712 people in the form of connected watch. This watch recorded the average speed of their movements throughout the day. The starting hypothesis of the researchers was to identify early the presence of Parkinson’s disease thanks to the speed of their movements.

The watch identifies people at risk

According to the study published by researchers from Cardiff University, people “significantly” slower in their movements, between 7 a.m. and midnight, were more at risk to develop the disease Parkinson years later. If the connected watch does not determine with certainty the sick people, it might help identify those most at risk.

Detect 7 years before the first symptoms

“Using this type of data, we would potentially be able to identify individuals to very early stages of the disease of Parkinson’s disease in the general population”, emphasizes Dr. Cynthia Sandor. She led this study from the UK Dementia Research Institute at Cardiff University. “We have shown here that a single week of captured data can predict events up to seven years in the future,” she adds.

Source : Cardiff University

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2023-07-06 04:30:00

Abdominal fat can be responsible for metabolic syndrome, which is characterized by excessive waist circumference, excess sugar and fat, and high blood pressure. Ultimately, this syndrome can cause various pathologies, in particular cardiovascular (diabetes, stroke, infarction).

Do you want to reduce your abdominal fat but you do not know what foods to focus on? In an interview with the media Shefindsseveral experts have listed fiber-rich foods to have on hand to eliminate it.

According to specialists in nutrition, four foods in particular are highly recommended. The little extra? They are generally low in calories and high in fiber and antioxidants.

Apples

Picked during the summer period, apples are fruits that should not be overlooked if you want to reduce abdominal fat. Indeed, the fibers contained in apples help eliminate cholesterol and fats circulating in the blood and maintain the feeling of satiety longer, which prevents overeating.

Nuts

Consumed in a salad or as a simple snack, nuts are also part of the foods to include in your diet if you want to lose abdominal fat. Plus, they make great snacks.

The beets

Another food to favor: beets. Rich in vitamin B9 and fat-free, they can be great allies. They are also rich in fiber: in 100g of red beets, there are 2.5g of fiber

The cherries

Known for their antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties, cherries are fruits that are generally eaten in the summer. Very rich in fiber, these fruits not only promote a healthier digestive system, but also a good night’s sleep.

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2023-07-06 05:20:00

On July 4, the World Meteorological Organization (WMO) issued a warning regarding El Nino is back. According to the WMO, there is an estimated 90 percent chance of an El Niño extending into the second half of the year, and it is predicted to be “of at least moderate intensity or higher.”The Beginning of El Nino will significantly increase the likelihood of breaking temperature records and causing more extreme temperatures in many parts of the world and in the oceans,” said WMO Secretary-General Petteri Taalas. The re-emergence of El Nino by WMO is seen as a signal for governments around the world to mobilize preparedness measures to limit the impact of El Nino on people’s health, ecosystems and the economy. Earlier, in early June, the US National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration said that El Nino conditions had emerged and were “expected to gradually strengthen in the winter in the Northern Hemisphere”. In Southeast Asia, the intense heat spreading across the region in recent weeks has signaled the return of El Nino. Accordingly, Southeast Asian countries will have to prepare to deal with a series of difficulties. Difficulties such as: record heat waves, water shortages, forest fires, toxic haze… Rising temperatures can threaten the agricultural output of Southeast Asian countries because these are the main producing countries. major exporters of palm oil, rice, coffee and other commodities. Meanwhile, the pressure on water and electricity caused by El Nino may affect some of the region’s growing manufacturing industries. In Vietnam, the National Center for Hydro-Meteorological Forecasting forecasts these The record heat wave, drought, saltwater intrusion, and water shortage will continue to happen “on a large scale” in the first months of 2024 when El Nino returns. El Nino is also expected to affect aquatic production. electricity in Southeast Asian countries as well as pushing up energy demand as businesses and homes use air conditioners and other cooling devices. In June, water shortages affected affect the operation of hydropower plants in Vietnam. Accordingly, the situation of power cuts for many hours took place in both residential areas and industrial zones. Before this incident, the electricity industry explained that the power cut was due to unusual heat, and the national power system was not enough. supply capacity, the demand for load increased suddenly.Invite readers to watch the video: Extreme heat, pay attention to warning signs of heat shock

On July 4, the World Meteorological Organization (WMO) issued a warning regarding El Nino is back. According to the WMO, there is an estimated 90% chance of an El Niño extending into the second half of the year, and it is predicted to be “at least moderate intensity or higher”.

“The Beginning of El Nino would greatly increase the likelihood of breaking temperature records and causing more extreme temperatures in many parts of the world and in the oceans,” said WMO Secretary General Petteri Taalas.

The announcement of El Nino’s reappearance issued by WMO is seen as a signal for governments around the world to mobilize preparedness measures to limit the impact of El Nino on people’s health, ecosystems. state and the economy.

Earlier, in early June, the US National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration said El Nino conditions had emerged and were “expected to gradually strengthen in the winter in the Northern Hemisphere”.

In Southeast Asia, intense heat has spread across the region in recent weeks, signaling the return of El Nino. Accordingly, Southeast Asian countries will have to prepare to deal with a series of difficulties such as: record heat waves, water shortages, forest fires, toxic haze…

Rising temperatures might threaten the agricultural output of Southeast Asian countries, which are major producers of palm oil, rice, coffee and other commodities. Meanwhile, the pressure on water and electricity caused by El Nino might affect some of the region’s growing manufacturing industries.

In Vietnam, the National Center for Hydro-Meteorological Forecasting forecasts that record heat waves, droughts, saltwater intrusion, and water shortages will continue to take place “on a large scale” in the first months of 2024 when El Nino is back.

El Nino is also expected to impact hydropower production in Southeast Asian countries as well as push up energy demand as businesses and homes use air conditioners and other cooling devices. .

In June, water shortages affected the operation of hydropower plants in Vietnam. Accordingly, power cuts for many hours occurred in both residential areas and industrial zones.

Before this incident, the electricity industry explained that the power cut was due to abnormal heat, the national power system was not able to supply enough capacity, and the demand for load increased suddenly.

Invite readers to watch the video: Extreme heat, pay attention to warning signs of heat shock

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