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health1 year ago

"WHO Updates Terminology for Airborne Pathogens"

The World Health Organization, in collaboration with major public health agencies and experts, has introduced updated terminology for pathogens that transmit through the air, including those causing respiratory infections like COVID-19 and influenza. The new descriptors aim to provide a common language for discussing the transmission of infectious respiratory particles and include terms such as "infectious respiratory particles" and "airborne transmission." This effort addresses the need for consistent terminology across scientific disciplines and will guide research agendas and public health interventions.

via World Health Organization (WHO)|
#health#pathogens#public-health-agencies
sports1 year ago

"Your Ultimate Guide to March Madness 2024: Schedules, Vocabulary, and More"

As March Madness approaches, here's a guide to essential vocabulary and names to know for both the men's and women's NCAA Division I tournaments, including terms like "blue blood," "bracket buster," and "buzzer beater," as well as notable players and coaches to watch. Whether you're a basketball enthusiast or a newcomer, this primer will help you sound like you know what you're talking about during the tournament.

via NPR|
#basketball#college-basketball#march-madness
sports2 years ago

"Exploring Retro Studios' Cancelled Portal-Like Games for Nintendo Consoles"

The origins of the term "football" are uncertain, but it is believed to have come from ball games played on foot rather than on horseback. While American football is commonly associated with the term, rugby football also has a claim to it. Additionally, countries like Japan, Canada, Australia, Ireland, South Africa, and Bulgaria use different terminologies for the two sports, highlighting the varied use of the word "football" worldwide.

via My Nintendo News|
#american-football#association-football#history
religion2 years ago

"Unveiling the Transformations: Key Differences in the Synod on Synodality Draft and Summary Report"

The Synod on Synodality assembly approved a 42-page summary report with significant changes from the initial draft. The final report removed the term "LGBTQ+" and a proposal for a "super synod," while adding a proposal for ex-priests to be given a "pastoral service." References to the importance of Church teaching were added, and a proposal for shared discernment on controversial issues was tweaked to emphasize the importance of the Word of God and Church teaching. The absence of "LGBTQ+" terminology was seen as a blow by some activists, but the report expressed love, mercy, and compassion for marginalized individuals. This reflects a longstanding effort to incorporate post-Christian Western terminology into universal Church documents.

via National Catholic Register|
#catholic-church#lgbtq#religion
gaming2 years ago

"Baldur's Gate 3: Unveiling the Secrets and Strategies"

In the game Baldur's Gate 3, "Tav" is the general name for the custom Origin character. It is the default name given to the character when players create their own custom character. The term "Tav" is commonly used online to refer to the custom character. The name may have originated from Larian Studios' CEO Swen Vincke's dog named Gustav, which was shortened to "Tav" for the game.

via PC Invasion|
#baldurs-gate-3#dandd#gaming
health2 years ago

Understanding the Importance of the New COVID Vaccine Shots

Health officials are moving away from using the term "booster" for this year's new COVID-19 shots and instead referring to them as the "2023-2024 COVID-19 vaccine" or the "updated COVID-19 vaccine." The change in terminology aims to simplify the vaccine schedule and eliminate confusion about whether individuals are up to date on their shots. The updated shots are recommended for all Americans aged 6 months and older, regardless of their previous vaccination status. The FDA and other federal authorities have adopted the new terminology, but the word "booster" still appears on some official pages and campaigns.

via CBS News|
#booster-shots#covid-19#health
gaming2 years ago

Counter-Strike 2: Debates, Mechanics, Concerns, and Anti-Cheat.

Counter-Strike 2, the upcoming game from Valve, will continue to use the terms "Terrorists" and "Counter-Terrorists" despite the controversy surrounding them. The use of these terms has caused some brands to shy away from sponsoring the game, and other games like VALORANT have opted for more neutral terminology. Valve has not given a reason for keeping the terms, but it is unlikely that they will change them for the release of CS2 this summer.

via Dot Esports|
#counter-strike#esports#gaming