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  • Omicron

    How to protect yourself from Omicron if you are already sick

    December 15, 2021 13:26 IST

    It is necessary to sanitise your room, wear a mask and disposable gloves. You should clean the bedroom and bathroom, you are using. High-touch surfaces, which need to be sanitised regularly include phones, remote controls, counters, tabletops, doorknobs, bathroom fixtures, toilets, keyboards, tablets, and bedside tables.

  • PM Narendra Modi offers prayers, takes a holy dip in Ganga river in Varanasi

    PM Modi In Kashi: Offering Arghya to Sun gives many health benefits; know what are they

    December 13, 2021 14:02 IST

    The pictures and videos show PM Modi wearing a saffron outfit and carrying a Rudraksha mala in his hands. After taking a dip in the Ganges, he offered arghya to the Sun.

  • Menstrual hygiene: Sanitary pads, tampons, menstrual cups, or period panties? Expert answers

    Menstrual hygiene: Sanitary pads, tampons, menstrual cups, or period panties? Expert answers

    December 12, 2021 17:07 IST

    The prevalence of taboos around periods and menstrual hygiene in social set-ups is a key reason which prevents adolescents from seeking guidance or medical attention because they fear judgement and ostracism. In the wake to breaking this stereotype and taking a small step towards providing a safe space for women to talk about menstruation health and hygiene we had a conversation with Sujata Pawar, the founder and CEO of Avni- startup focused on holistic menstrual care.

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    Omicron: Symptoms in children and home remedies to strengthen immunity against COVID variant

    December 11, 2021 13:31 IST

    As Omicron cases are rising in India and children are also getting infected by it. In such a situation, it is necessary to strengthen the immunity of children. You can boost their immunity with the help of some home remedies and a healthy diet. Know more about it here!

  • Pollution may up sight loss risk

    Air Quality Scare: Pollution may up sight loss risk; here's what you should do

    December 10, 2021 17:22 IST

    If the pollutants have entered inside your eye, avoid rubbing your eyes and splash them with water immediately. Pollution can cause excessive dryness and soreness if the condition persists rush to an ophthalmologist for quick diagnosis and recommended treatment for your eyes.

  • Covid kilos: Why now is the best time to shed them?

    Covid kilos: Why now is the best time to shed them?

    December 10, 2021 10:51 IST

    To avoid eating when you’re not hungry, it’s helpful to do things that are active and exciting. Think team sports, dancing, or other activities you couldn’t do during lockdown. It’s also a good idea to remove snacks and temptations around the house to minimise “mindless” grazing.

  • Katrina Kaif, Vicky Kaushal wedding: Psychological impact their marriage hype had on public

    Katrina Kaif, Vicky Kaushal wedding: Psychological impact their marriage hype had on public

    December 09, 2021 21:17 IST

    In conclusion, big fat Indian weddings are spectacles even on their own and when you throw in a celebrity couple in the mix, things certainly do get scaled up further. Hence the latest Vicky-Katrina wedding was also no different. The curiosity around this high-profile couple resulted in an event that was truly over-the-top.

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    UAE is first country to have 4.5-day work week, how it's a boon for mental health of professionals

    December 08, 2021 12:26 IST

    With the Covid-19 pandemic, mental issues have surged among employees as they try to adapt to the changing routines and work practices. Here's how flexible working hours and work-from-home options can be a boon for the mental health of working professionals.

  • Can Omicron break the layer of antibody?

    Can Omicron break the layer of antibody and herd immunity prepared from Covid vaccine?

    December 07, 2021 16:43 IST

    Dr Gautam Bhansali said that the Omicron variant is spreading rapidly in 34 countries of the world, including India, but so far no severe symptom or death has been seen in a single patient. He added that the patients are showing symptoms of flu, body pain, vomiting, diarrhoea.

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    As Omicron looms over our heads, here're 5 immunity boosting drinks to make with kitchen ingredients

    December 07, 2021 13:56 IST

    Here are five drinks or kadhas that you can make from simple kitchen ingredients that can help you boost your immunity so your body builds up the strength to put up a fight against foreign pathogens.  

  • Covid19

    Omicron scare: How masks prevent risks of Covid19 infection

    December 06, 2021 9:27 IST

    If your mask fits poorly, the probability of infection increases to about four per cent. If you wear well-fitting medical masks, the virus is likely to be transmitted within 20 minutes with a maximum probability of ten per cent. The study confirms the intuitive assumption that for effective protection against infection, in particular, the infected person should wear a mask that filters as well as possible and fits tightly to the face.

  • pregnancy

    Taking probiotics may improve nausea, vomiting in pregnancy

    December 05, 2021 9:22 IST

    Participants kept 17 daily observations of their symptoms during the duration of the study, for a total of 535 observations for the researchers to statistically assess. The team found that probiotics were also found to reduce constipation significantly. Another finding was that vitamin E levels increased after taking probiotics. Higher levels of vitamin E were associated with low vomiting scores.

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    Omicron: Previous Covid infection doesn't seem to protect against variant

    December 02, 2021 23:01 IST

    While the South African population comprises many who have previously contracted Covid-19, the previous infection is not believed to protect against Omicron. Know more about it here!

  • Omicron

    DYK asymptomatic Omicron cases spread faster; know who is more prone to variant of concern

    December 02, 2021 19:12 IST

    Covid variant Omicron was first detected from a sample taken on November 8 in southern Africa's Botswana. It was officially notified on November 24 and within two days, it was designated as Variant of Concern (VoC) by the World Health Organisation.

  • Omicron variant reaches India: Precautions you should take to stay protected

    Omicron variant reaches India: Precautions you should take to stay protected

    December 02, 2021 17:08 IST

    Two cases of Omicron variant of coronavirus have been detected through INSACOG in Karnataka, Union Health Ministry has said. Both the patients are males and their primary and secondary contacts have been traced and are being tested, the Ministry said. The health experts are suggesting that new variants like Omicron are a reminder that the COVID-19 pandemic is not over yet.

  • Pulmonary Care & its benefits: The need to protect your lungs in these times

    Pulmonary Care & its benefits: The need to protect your lungs in these times

    December 02, 2021 16:41 IST

    Pulmonary care and rehabilitation help restore function and improve the daily life of patients with pulmonary diseases like asthma, COPD (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease), chronic bronchitis, emphysema and others.

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    68% of Indian ultra-processed food products have excess salt and sugar

    December 02, 2021 13:38 IST

    Over the past year, the Food Safety Standards Authority of India has been preparing to introduce a mandatory front-of-the-pack food label (FOPL) on all packaged foods which will require the food industry to ensure that ingredients of concern are within a certain threshold and also guide consumers towards making healthy choices.

  • Glaucoma

    Glaucoma, a leading cause of irreversible blindness

    December 01, 2021 7:23 IST

    Glaucoma is a condition that damages the nerve of the eye. The increased pressure in the eye, which is known as intraocular pressure, can damage the optic nerve which is responsible for sending images to the brain. If the damage worsens, glaucoma can cause permanent vision loss or even total blindness within a few years. 

  • Winter care tips for newborn babies

    Winter care tips for newborn babies

    November 30, 2021 8:55 IST

    A drop in the temperature can aggravate different processes in the body, therefore, moms need to take extra care of newborn babies during winters. New moms can follow the given tips to take care of their little ones and protect them from the harmful effects of harsh winds blowing outside.  

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    Causes of back pain and 5 yoga poses for relief

    November 29, 2021 20:46 IST

    These are relatively easy asanas that can be done twice a day, once in the morning and in the evening. Set aside at least 10-15 minutes every day if you want to improve your spinal health and avoid back pain.

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