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    Protection against COVID 19: Adding these to your diet can help from falling prey to coronavirus

    January 11, 2022 10:04 IST

    Doctors have time and again said it is vital to understand that the right nutrition helps reduce the chances of diseases like diabetes, hypertension, obesity, heart diseases, which are common causes for falling prey to coronavirus.

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    Omicron Scare: The new COVID19 variant neutralised by booster dose, finds study

    January 11, 2022 8:49 IST

    The scientists from KU Leuven began by testing nine monoclonal antibodies used in clinical practice or currently in preclinical development. "We now need to study the length of protection of the booster dose. The vaccines probably become less effective in offering protection against contracting the virus, but they should continue to protect against severe forms," explained Olivier Schwartz.   

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    Molnupiravir best bet in fight against Covid, claim experts

    January 11, 2022 6:50 IST

    Molnupiravir inhibits the replication of certain RNA viruses. It is basically to be used in treating Covid-19 infected people of more than 50 years of age and in those with multiple comorbidities. The recommended dose of Molnupiravir 800 mg is twice a day for five days. A patient needs to take 40 capsules containing 200 mg of medication.

  • Omicron affecting lungs like Delta variant? Here's what Delhi's AIIMS doctor said

    Omicron affecting lungs like Delta variant? Here's what Delhi's AIIMS doctor said

    January 10, 2022 17:33 IST

    The cases of Omicron variant in our country are increasing at a rapid rate. AIIMS doctor Anjan Trikha said that currently, Omicron is not affecting the lungs in the way the Delta variant was damaging it so far. However, it is showing its effect by staying in the upper part of the organ due to which patients are suffering from-- sore throat, cough and fever.

  • Omicron Scare: Swami Ramdev shares how you can combat new variant of COVID with yoga, ayurveda & nat

    Omicron Scare: Swami Ramdev shares how you can combat new variant of COVID with yoga & naturopathy

    January 09, 2022 20:00 IST

    The cases of Omicron have increased at a rapid rate and now our country is witnessing over 1 lakh cases every day. Yoga guru Swami Ramdev ever since the first wave has been spreading the word about how Ayurveda is the best solution to treat the COVID infection. Yet again, he stated that the third wave of coronavirus can be treated not just with precaution but also through yogasanas, Ayurveda and naturopathy.

  • Omicron Scare: Covid-vaccinated mothers pass on antibodies to babies via breast milk

    Omicron Scare: Covid-vaccinated mothers pass on antibodies to babies via breast milk

    January 09, 2022 16:40 IST

    "This research is the first to detect SARS-CoV-2 antibodies in stool samples from infants of vaccinated mothers," said lead author Vignesh Narayanaswamy, research student at University of Massachusetts Amherst.

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    Covid vaccine can cause temporary increase in menstrual cycle length

    January 09, 2022 14:51 IST

    The researchers noted that menstrual cycles typically vary a small amount from month to month, and the increase they saw was well within the range of normal variability. They added that additional research is needed to determine how Covid-19 vaccination could potentially influence other menstrual characteristics, such as associated symptoms (pain, mood changes, etc.) and characteristics of bleeding (including heaviness of flow).

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    Omicron Scare: Study finds intense meditation may boost immunity

    January 08, 2022 9:26 IST

    While the positive effects of meditation are well documented, far less is known about its molecular and genetic effects, said Vijayendran Chandran, PhD, an assistant professor of paediatrics and neuroscience in the UF College of Medicine. Meditation activated 97 per cent of interferon-response genes, compared with 76 per cent gene activation in mild COVID-19 patients and 31 per cent in severe COVID-19 cases.   

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    Omicron variant underwent fundamental changes, reveals study

    January 08, 2022 8:02 IST

    First detected from South Africa and Botswana in late November last year, the Omicron has spread rapidly to more than 100 countries. It has also outpaced the previous Delta strain in many countries to become the dominant variant. The countries include the US, the UK, Italy and Portugal among others.

  • Omicron Scare: Study finds SARS-CoV-2 evades our immune system

    Omicron Scare: Study finds SARS-CoV-2 evades our immune system

    January 06, 2022 23:49 IST

    The scientists used a bioinformatics approach to look at how SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19, changed gene expression in the immune systems of COVID-19 patients compared to uninfected individuals. This is a useful way to look into the function of complicated cell signalling pathways that trigger immune responses to fight off harmful bacteria and viruses.

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    Omicron Scare: Who are asymptomatic COVID carriers? How serious can they be for others?

    January 06, 2022 18:39 IST

    The Omicron variant of Covid-19 has led to a surge in cases across the country. Know what does asymptomatic mean and if asymptomatic carriers can transmit the omicron variant of Covid-19 to others?

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    Covid vaccines for children around the world: All you should know

    January 06, 2022 14:34 IST

    Children are at a huge risk of COVID-19 infection, especially with the mutations the virus is going through. As India braces for the third wave, here is a look at vaccine choices that are available for young kids around the world.

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    AIIMS lists down warning signs of Omicron that shouldn't be ignored

    January 06, 2022 18:18 IST

    The four most common symptoms of the Omicron variant are cough, fatigue, congestion and runny nose, according to a US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention analysis. In addition to these, AIIMS (All India Institute of Medical Sciences) has shared five warning signs of Omicron.

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    Do we still need 14-day quarantine for Covid-19 patients? Here's what WHO has to say

    January 06, 2022 8:43 IST

    In countries with low infections, a longer quarantine time could help keep case numbers as low as possible, experts explain. In places with runaway cases, however, shorter quarantines may be justified in order to keep the countries running, they added.  

  • Omicron: These are 3 types of people who are at grave risk

    Omicron: These are 3 types of people who are at grave risk

    January 05, 2022 21:38 IST

    COVID-19 updates: According to research, the omicron variant has the ability to spread rapidly and even avoids vaccine-induced immunity. Thus, people who contract the virus should isolate themselves immediately for the safety of others.

  • Post COVID vaccine side-effects on children for 15-18 age group: No paracetamol recommended after CO

    Post COVID vaccine side-effects on children: No paracetamol advised after COVAXIN

    January 06, 2022 13:49 IST

    Hyderabad-based vaccine manufacturer Bharat Biotech, on Wednesday, said that no paracetamol or pain killers are recommended for children after being vaccinated with COVAXIN. The parents of children under the 15-18 age group were concerned about the post-vaccine side effects. In case you are one of those, here is everything you should know.

  • Do at-home COVID-19 tests detect the omicron variant?

    Do at-home COVID-19 tests detect the omicron variant?

    January 05, 2022 15:43 IST

    Government scientists have been checking to make sure the rapid tests still work as each new variant comes along. And this week, the Food and Drug Administration said preliminary research indicates they detect omicron, but may have reduced sensitivity.

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    Fact Check: Vaccinating children not worth risk because they aren't seriously harmed by COVID-19?

    January 05, 2022 13:37 IST

    There's a prevalent rumour suggesting that children don't need to get vaccinated against COVID 19 as it doesn't harm them severely. However, this isn't true. Let's probe into this and do a fact check to know more. Here's what medical experts have to say about this.

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    Anulom Vilom, Kapalbhati, Bhramari: Do these pranayamas daily to keep your lungs protected

    January 05, 2022 10:54 IST

    While the study suggests that even after recovery, post-covid complications can trouble people for up to 9 months. Coronavirus has such a profound effect on the lungs that you end up having breathing problems for a year. But if you take precautions, such a situation can easily be avoided. Know from Swami Ramdev, Pranayams to strengthen our lungs. 

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    Nausea, loss of appetite may be new symptoms of Omicron

    January 05, 2022 8:46 IST

    The four most common symptoms of the omicron variant are cough, fatigue, congestion and runny nose, according to a CDC analysis of the first 43 cases investigated in the US. In some cases, vomiting has also been reported as a symptom among those with the variant, the report said.  

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