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India.com
13 hours ago
- Health
- India.com
Anaya Bangar to seek ICC, BCCI backing for Transgender participation in cricket, says 'I am eligible for women's cricket'
Anaya Bangar. New Delhi: The daughter of a former India cricketer, Sanjay Bangar, Anaya Bangar has urged the ICC and the BCCI to show support to the transgender athletes. Once Aryan, now Anaya, posted an eight-page report of athlete testing on Instagram detailing her transition experience after a year of the Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT). On one of the videos posted on the platform, she shared that she was eligible to play women cricket and she talked of how she partnered with Manchester Metropolitan University in the process. The 23-year-old also revealed that Manchester Metropolitan University checked her muscle power, endurance, glucose as well as oxygen levels and compared their values to those of cisgender female athletes. All her parameters were within a normal range as per the reports compared to those of cisgender female athletes. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Anaya Bangar (@anayabangar) 'For the first time, I'm sharing the scientific report that documents my journey as a trans woman athlete. Over the past year, I've undergone structured physiological assessments after starting hormone therapy. This report captures the real, measurable impact of my transition not opinions, not assumptions, but data,' Anaya can be heard as saying in the video. 'I'm submitting this to the BCCI and ICC, with full transparency and hope. My only intention is to start a conversation based on facts not fear. To build space, not divide it. Whether you agree or not, thank you for witnessing,' she added. 'Science kehta hai main women's cricket ke liye eligible hoon. Ab sawaal yeh hai kya duniya tayyar hai sach sunne ke liye? (Science says I am eligible for women's cricket. Now, the question is whether the world ready to accept the truth?' Anaya captioned the video. Currently transgender cricketers have been denied the right to take part in women cricket. The ICC made this limitation at a board meeting, which was held after the end of the 2023 Cricket World Cup. Anaya had a hormonal replacement therapy and gender reaffirming surgery last year and he now resides in the United Kingdom.
Daily Mirror
a day ago
- Health
- Daily Mirror
Kaye Adams taken aback by co-star's 'remarkable' reaction to cancer news
Loose Women star Kaye Adams has been left stunned by her friend Karen MacKenzie's reaction to being diagnosed with breast cancer Kaye Adams of Loose Women has shared her utter astonishment at how her friend coped with a breast cancer diagnosis. Her friend and podcast co-star Karen MacKenzie, discovered an unsettling lump in her breast and immediately sought medical advice. On their How To Be 60 podcast, Karen detailed the swift action taken by the NHS: "That day, I got a mammogram. I got an ultrasound, and I got a biopsy. By the end of the appointment, it was quite clear that there was a cancerous tumour there." But rather than allowing the news to derail her plans, Karen jetted off to Italy for a break before further examination. Upon her return, she underwent an MRI that revealed additional tumours—the initial lump being benign and the opposing breast harbouring the malignant growths. Reflecting on her condition, Karen admitted to overlooking subtle signs: "Now that I see my breasts though, there was a tiny little sort of ripple at the bottom. And I think that's all I could describe it just a little bit of a tuck in the skin, and that's an indication." Despite the intensive treatment and more procedures on the horizon, Karen has maintained a lighthearted and pragmatic stance towards her illness. This strength and resilience have left Kaye incredibly impressed, saying on the podcast: "I have to say, you're handling this incredibly, I really do take my hat off to you. I think you've been remarkable in terms of the way you're dealing with it." Kaye highlighted Karen's remarkable resilience, noting that she even cycled to some of her appointments, showcasing her stoic approach to her condition. Karen recalled discovering lumps in her breast previously — once during breastfeeding and again after being prescribed HRT during menopause — though neither proved to be cancerous. She speculated: "I have no reason to believe this, but in the back of my mind, I think the benign lump here was maybe brought on by HRT. I don't know that, because I stopped HRT as soon as I realised." Medical professionals acknowledge that while there is no concrete evidence directly linking HRT to cancer, it can marginally elevate the risk of certain types, particularly breast cancer, as well as possibly ovarian or womb cancer. The risk is influenced by the type of HRT, treatment duration, and personal factors such as age and family history. Karen confessed she had the occasional "wobble," saying: "I think it was hard," yet she believes she might still be partly in denial about her condition. She expressed her uncertainty: "I don't know whether my head's still in the sand," adding, "I'm not in any pain. I wouldn't think there's anything wrong with me. I don't feel any lumps on that side. It's just like it's happening to somebody else." Kaye has been deeply impressed by her friend's philosophical stance towards the unexpected diagnosis. Meanwhile, Cancer Research UK suggests that maintaining a positive outlook can significantly aid those grappling with the daunting reality of cancer.
NDTV
a day ago
- Health
- NDTV
"I Am Eligible For Women's Cricket": Anaya Bangar To Approach ICC, BCCI For Inclusion Of Transgender Athletes
Anaya Bangar, child of former India batter Sanjay Bangar, has urged the International Cricket Council (ICC) and the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) to support transgender cricketers. Anaya, who was formerly named Aryan, shared an eight-page athlete testing report detailing her journey as an athlete, post Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT). Taking to Instagram, Anaya shared a video and revealed that she is eligible to take part in women's cricket. In the video, Anaya revealed that she collaborated with the Manchester Metropolitan University after completing a year of HRT. The 23-year-old added that the University conducted a test to collect data on her muscle power, endurance, glucose, and oxygen levels, comparing them with cisgender female athletes. As per the test reports, the parameters fell within cisgender female athlete norms. "For the first time, I'm sharing the scientific report that documents my journey as a trans woman athlete. Over the past year, I've undergone structured physiological assessments after starting hormone therapy. This report captures the real, measurable impact of my transition not opinions, not assumptions, but data," Anaya can be heard as saying in the video. "I'm submitting this to the BCCI and ICC, with full transparency and hope. My only intention is to start a conversation based on facts not fear. To build space, not divide it. Whether you agree or not, thank you for witnessing," she added. "Science kehta hai main women's cricket ke liye eligible hoon. Ab sawaal yeh hai kya duniya tayyar hai sach sunne ke liye? (Science says I am eligible for women's cricket. Now, the question is whether the world ready to accept the truth?" Anaya captioned the video. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Anaya Bangar (@anayabangar) Currently, transgender cricketers are not eligible to take part in women's cricket. This ban was imposed during an ICC board meeting following the Cricket World Cup in 2023. Anaya underwent a hormonal replacement therapy and gender reaffirming surgery last year and lives in the United Kingdom currently.
Time of India
a day ago
- Science
- Time of India
Anaya Bangar urges ICC, BCCI to include transgender athletes in women's cricket, provides scientific reports in viral post
Anaya Bangar , the daughter of former Indian cricketer and coach Sanjay Bangar , has requested the International Cricket Council (ICC) and Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) to support transgender cricketers . At present, transgender cricketers are banned from participating in women's cricket . The ban was implemented during the ICC board meeting following the 2023 ODI World Cup. Sharing an eight-page scientific report, Anaya detailed her transition journey as a transgender athlete. She plans on submitting these findings to the ICC and BCCI. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like 무지티만 입어도 빛날 수 있는 기부반지 유어턴 링 굿네이버스 Undo "For the first time, I'm sharing the scientific report that documents my journey as a trans woman athlete. Over the past year, I've undergone structured physiological assessments after starting hormone therapy. This report captures the real, measurable impact of my transition not opinions, not assumptions, but data." View this post on Instagram A post shared by Anaya Bangar (@anayabangar) Live Events "I'm submitting this to the BCCI and ICC, with full transparency and hope. My only intention is to start a conversation based on facts not fear. To build space, not divide it. Whether you agree or not, thank you for witnessing." View this post on Instagram A post shared by Anaya Bangar (@anayabangar) Anaya was born male and later later transitioned to female. She recently shared test reports through an Instagram video. The 23-year-old collaborated with Manchester Metropolitan University after completing one year of Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT). The tests have data on her muscle power, endurance, glucose, and oxygen levels, comparing them with cisgender female athletes . The results indicated these parameters fell within cisgender female athlete norms. "Science kehta hai main women's cricket ke liye eligible hoon. Ab sawaal yeh hai kya duniya tayyar hai sach sunne ke liye? (Science says that I am eligible for women's cricket. Now the question is whether the world is ready to hear the truth or not?)" Anaya's father, Sanjay Bangar, played 12 Tests and 15 ODIs for Team India. He later served as the national team's batting coach from 2014 to 2019. (With TOI inputs)
The Irish Sun
2 days ago
- Health
- The Irish Sun
The 5 common drugs in your medicine cabinet ‘that increase your risk of killer cancer' in hot weather – are you at risk?
THE sun is blazing and you're doing everything right, slathering on suncream, grabbing your shades and hat, and staying out of the heat. But a hidden danger could be lurking much closer to home, inside your 3 Some medicines in your bathroom cabinet are making your skin far more vulnerable to the sun Credit: Getty 3 Worryingly, some of the worst offenders are probably already part of your daily routine Credit: Getty Experts warn that some everyday It comes as the Met Office revealed Brits will bask in a heatwave this weekend, with temperatures set to hit 30C within days. Earlier this year, a new study warned that 2.6 million women on HRT could be at risk in scorching temperatures, which could turn the vital drug into a serious health concern. The key ingredient in most HRT meds, oestrogen, significantly raises the risk of skin cancer, the Swedish scientists warned. The study, published in And they're not the only drugs; antibiotics, Some medicines can make your skin more sensitive to sunlight, pharmacist Thorrun Govind tells Sun Health. She explains: 'This is a reaction known as photosensitivity. 'It happens when a drug causes your skin to react more strongly to ultraviolet (UV) radiation from the sun.' These drugs can damage the skin in two ways. Mum who nearly died after falling sick in Spain issues warning after anti-sickness pills left her 'acting possessed' She adds: 'Either they absorb UV light and become chemically reactive, damaging skin cells - a process called phototoxicity. 'Or UV light alters the drug, triggering the immune system to attack it as a threat, which causes inflammation and rashes. This is known as a photoallergic reaction.' Worryingly, some of the worst offenders are probably already part of your daily routine. The 5 common medicines that could increase your risk of skin cancer ... 1. IBUPROFEN But this common drug can increase your skin's sensitivity to the sun. 'Ibuprofen and other NSAIDs can lead to phototoxic reactions, especially when taken in high doses or combined with sun exposure,' Thorrun says. This means you're more likely to experience redness, blistering, or inflammation even if you're careful with sun cream. 2. ANTIBIOTICS Certain antibiotics can absorb UV light and increase your risk of sunburn and skin rashes, Thorrun says. This is especially the case for doxycycline and ciprofloxacin, two commonly used medicines to fight sexually transmitted infections (STIs) and urinary tract infections (UTIs), respectively. 'To minimise the risk of phototoxicity, it's important to avoid prolonged sun exposure while taking these medications,' she explains. How to keep your medicines safe in the heat By Dr Sameer Sanghvi You also need to be mindful of where you're storing your medications, especially in hot weather. Heat, air, light and moisture can all damage your medicine and stop them working as they should. Medications are likely to expire more quickly if not stored correctly too. A drawer or cabinet is an ideal place to store medicine. These tend to stay cool and dark, even in warm weather. That said, I'd avoid keeping your medicine in bathroom cabinets as these can become very damp thanks to steam from baths and showers. Unless advised otherwise, you should always keep medication in its original packaging. Things like the box and blister packet that tablets come in are designed to protect the medicine inside so it can do its job effectively. 3. ANTIDEPRESSANTS With more than 8 million people in the UK taking antidepressants, it's important to know that some can affect the skin. 'These medicines, especially sertraline, can cause your skin to become more reactive to sunlight through phototoxic or photoallergic mechanisms,' says Thorrun. This may lead to itching, redness, or rashes after even mild sun exposure. They're often the first treatment offered to help people struggling with 3 Skincare is vital in hot weather Credit: Alamy 4. STATINS Over 7 million Britons are prescribed statins to manage Statins work by lowering cholesterol levels, helping to protect against these serious heart problems. While increased sun sensitivity isn't a typical side effect, some people may still experience it. 'It's not very common but worth being aware of,' Thorrun advises. 'Always use sun protection regardless.' 5. HRT Oestrogen, on the whole, tends to be good for the skin, Thorrun says. 'It makes the skin thicker and stronger and therefore less likely to get burnt,' she explains. So the fact that the new study by researchers at Lund University suggests oestrogen, found in HRT, can increase the risk of burning and cancer is a bit counterintuitive, she says. However, this is not the first study to suggest a link. For example, a large Finnish study Similarly, a How to stay safe Last summer, a cancer charity begged Brits to do more to protect themselves from the sun as the number of melanoma skin-cancer cases in the UK reached an all-time high. Cancer Research UK predicted there will be a record 20,800 cases diagnosed in 2024, up from a yearly average of 19,300 between 2020 and 2022. Its analysis shows rates between 2009 and 2019 - from 21 to 28 cases per 100,000 people. Can you spot the cancerous moles from the harmless ones? IF you've spotted a new mole or lingering mark on your skin, don't be too quick to dismiss it. It's important to know what your skin looks like normally, to helps you notice any unusual changes. The ABCDE rule can be followed to assess the health of a mole. If your mole falls into the following, it's worth getting checked: A symmetrical – melanomas usually have two very different halves and are an irregular shape B order – melanomas usually have a notched or ragged border C olours – melanomas will usually be a mix of two or more colours D iameter – most melanomas are usually larger than 6mm in diameter E nlargement or e levation – a mole that changes size over time is more likely to be a melanoma Most melanomas don't give you symptoms like pain or itching. Meanwhile, some non-cancerous moles or abnormal patches of skin can be itchy. So having some of these changes on their own doesn't mean you definitely have melanoma, but you should still get it checked out. There are two main types of skin cancer - non melanoma skin cancer and melanoma skin cancer. Non-melanoma skin cancer includes: Basal cell skin cancer - this is also called basal cell carcinoma Squamous cell skin cancer - this is also called squamous cell carcinoma There are a few different types of melanoma too: Superficial spreading melanoma Nodular melanoma Lentigo maligna melanoma Find out more about distinguishing moles The rise in diagnoses is due partly to a growing aging population and an increase in awareness of the signs of skin cancer. Melanomas are a serious type of skin cancer, strongly linked to sun exposure. At first, they usually appear as If left unchecked, these moles can grow and transform, often becoming darker, and morph into something far more sinister. It can quickly spread to other parts of the body, including vital organs like the brain, making it even harder to treat and much more deadly. 'The best advice is to always wear sunscreen, especially when you're out in the sun – no matter the season. I recommend SPF 30 or higher,' Thorrun says. 'Use clothing and hats to cover your skin when you can.' 'And try to avoid the strongest sun between 11am and 3pm,' she adds. If you are worried always check patient information leaflets or speak to a pharmacist for guidance. 'Don't just stop taking prescribed medicines,' Thorrun says. 'Always speak to your healthcare professional if any concerns.'
