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musical-turned-movie primed for release this week, Elphaba — who later becomes the the Wicked Witch of the West — turns up to Shiz University with bright green skin, the result of her mother drinking a suspicious elixir while pregnant. But here in the real world outside of Oz, there is evidence of a non-magical condition that caused young women’s skin taking on a verdant hue.According to the National Library of Medicine, chlorosis, a type of hypochromic anemia, was frequently observed in inactive girls and young women in the 18th and 19th centuries.

Us Weekly in an interview published Wednesday. “I was so messed up and dehydrated and hungover and didn’t know I had neurological issues. I didn’t understand anything.”“It was horrifying and humiliating,” she added.

Applegate’s “MeSsy” podcast, Sadie opened up about her condition, “I have something called POTS. I have no clue what it actually is, but it’s something to do with the autonomic nervous system and it affects my heart. When I stand up, I get really, really dizzy and my legs get really weak and I feel like I’m going to pass out.”Sadie said her diagnosis has given her newfound compassion for and common ground with her mom, 52, who has multiple sclerosis.

wrote in an Instagram post on Saturday in honor of International SPS Awareness Day.“Trying to overcome this autoimmune disorder has been one of the hardest experiences of my life, but I remain determined to one day get back onto the stage and to live as normal of a life as possible,” she penned. “I am deeply grateful for the love and support from my kids, family, team and all of you!”The “My Heart Will Go On” crooner — who posed with her three sons René-Charles Angélil, 25, and twins Nelson and Eddy, 13 — also sent her encouragement and support to others battling the autoimmune disorder.

“The Cleaning Lady,” died Monday following a private battle with appendiceal cancer.Also called appendix cancer, appendiceal cancer is a very rare condition that has become more common in recent years.One study found that the incidence of malignant appendiceal tumors increased by 232% in the US and 292% in Canada between 2000 and 2016.About one in three appendix cancer patients are diagnosed before they turn 51, according to a recent report. Canto died this week at the age of 42.Because appendix cancer is so rare — only a few thousand Americans are diagnosed each year — the research is not as abundant compared to other cancers.Here’s what we know about this disease.Most humans — but not everyone — have an appendix.

wrote in a message to fans on the band’s YouTube channel.The English rocker underwent an intensive 10-week physical therapy program to regain his strength right before the band started rehearsals for the band’s “The Future Past Tour,” which started in June.McBrain said he bounced back to “somewhere near 70% recovered” as he praised his doctors, therapists, family and wife Rebecca.“I feel it’s important to let you know about this now instead of earlier as I was mainly concerned with doing my job and concentrating on getting back to 100% fitness,” he wrote. “I’m not there yet but by the grace of God I’m getting better and stronger as the weeks go by.”The drummer only shared the news before the band’s last show of the European leg of their tour.McBrain revealed he wanted to concentrate on regaining his ability to perform as he usually would for the band’s devoted fan base before sharing the news about his health.

stiff person syndrome.Stiff person syndrome is a rare, incurable neurological condition that results in uncontrollable muscle spasms. Speaking to the Le Journal de Montréal, as published by SheMazing, Claudette Dion revealed her sister, Linda, has moved into Céline’s home, where she lives with her three sons, René-Charles, Eddy and Nelson.“When I call her and she’s busy, I speak to my sister Linda who lives with her and tells me that she’s working hard,” explained Claudette, 74.

on “CBS Mornings” — her first since having the “Goodfellas” star’s seventh child in May and then suffering a bad bout of Bell’s palsy.“When we were working it was just work, and then a couple of years later we got back in touch and I said, ‘Oh, I guess we get along,’ and I guess we really get along,” Chen, 45, told host Gayle King while holding baby Gia Virginia Chen De Niro during the tot’s first-ever TV appearance.The lovebirds first sparked romance rumors after a PDA-filled outing in 2021. However, they first met on the set of Nancy Meyers’ 2015 romantic comedy “The Intern,” in which she played De Niro’s character’s tai chi instructor.When asked about his martial arts prowess in the movie, Chen said: “I’ve had better students but he was OK.

he tweeted, adding that he hopes him sharing the news will help others going through a similar situation.“It’s not something I would normally talk about publicly but I figured there are others who struggle with similar things and I wanted to remind you that you’re not alone. You’re not stupid.

read an Instagram post on the account for the “Back in Action” star, 55. “Feeling blessed.”It was not clear, however, whether Foxx himself wrote and posted the message, or if a representative for the actor did so instead.His viral proof of life gave fans a brief sigh of relief, with many showering the comments in heart emojis, or writing “So glad you’re with us.”While close friend Martin Lawrence, 58, previously revealed that Foxx was on the road to recovery and “doing better,” it’s unclear what Foxx is currently battling as he remains in a Georgia hospital.A post shared by Jamie Foxx (@iamjamiefoxx)The social media post comes after Foxx’s fans were urged to “pray for Jamie” earlier Wednesday.

medical complication” — and people close to him are asking his fans to “pray for Jamie,” according to a new report.While it’s still unclear what the 55-year-old actor’s condition is, TMZ reported that sources close to the Oscar-winning star say he now needs all the prayers he can get.Foxx has been hospitalized in Georgia for more than three weeks, and doctors are running tests to figure out what happened.The Post has reached out to Foxx’s reps for comment.On April 12, Foxx’s daughter Corinne, 29, announced on Instagram that her father was under emergency medical care.“We wanted to share that, my father, Jamie Foxx, experienced a medical complication yesterday,” the statement from the family said. “Luckily, due to quick action and great care, he is already on his way to recovery.”“We know how beloved he is and appreciate your prayers.

Guess you gotta keep ’em vaccinated.The drummer of The Offspring has been booted from the popular rock band after failing to get the COVID-19 vaccine over medical concerns.Pete Parada announced the news in a lengthy Monday Instagram post, where he made clear he harbored no ill-feeling toward his bandmates, but said the risks of getting the jab for him “far outweigh the benefits.”“Since I am unable to comply with what is increasingly becoming an industry mandate — it has recently been decided that I am unsafe to be around, in the studio, and on tour,” the drummer wrote.It wasn’t clear through his statement if Parada’s departure is permanent, but he noted he will not perform in the band’s upcoming shows.Parada said throughout his childhood he

in a statement to “Good Morning America” on Monday.“My doctors discovered a health concern with my throat which requires immediate attention and surgery. I am heartbroken that my ‘DWTS’ journey has to end here.