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Mucormycosis aka Black Fungus- What You Must Know About It

By Senior Consultant Physician Dr K Raghavan Mucormycosis is an acute opportunistic infection by fungi belonging to the phylum- Glomeromycota. These saprophyte fungi are present ubiquitously in the soil and environment. These apparently innocuous microorganisms take on an invasive aggressive role and get transformed into deadly pathogens in a p3erson where the immune system (defence […]

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Covid-19 2nd Wave: How It Affects Kids & What Parents Must Remember

By Dr.Priya Biswakumar, Consultant Pediatrician, Indira Child Care and Apollo Children’s Hospitals, Chennai The very mention of the words “Corona/COVID” are enough to send most people, especially parents and children into a tizzy. It is so astonishing in this day and age when we think we have conquered the moon and landed in mars, that such a tiny […]

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COVID-19 General

2nd Phase Of The COVID-19 Vaccination Drive To Begin On March 1st

Are you eligible for the 2nd round of the Covid-19 Vaccination drive? Find out.

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COVID-19 General

Delayed Cancer Care-A Bigger Threat Than COVID-19?

COVID-19 has impacted our lives in more ways than one. Apart from the massive impact on the economy, the health care sector is seeing a more turbulent time than ever before. Elective surgeries are being postponed and people are staying away from hospitals and doctors in fear of the virus. Social distancing and limiting our […]

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COVID-19 Diabetes

COVID-19 & Diabetes: What You Must Remember To Stay Healthy

Are people diagnosed with diabetes at a greater risk for the COVID-19 infection? Dr. V. Mohan explains.

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COVID-19 Mental Health

10 Steps To Protect Your Mental Health During The Coronavirus

What steps are we taking to stay mentally fit during the COVID-19 crisis?

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Staying Healthy In The Times Of Social Distancing

Our lives have taken a rapid change of turn in the past few weeks- especially in India. From cutting down on our visits outside to coming to a grinding halt and staying put in our homes- the Coronavirus outbreak has ensured we come up with new ideas to practise social distancing at its best. Agreed- […]

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COVID-19: Why Social Distancing Is Essential In Today’s Times

Ever since the COVID-19 outbreak and lockdowns that have been happening universally, doctors and health experts have been advocating social distancing. What is it? Is it practical? How will it really help you stay healthy? We take a look at that today. At the outset, it is essential we understand the difference between the words […]

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5 Things You Must Know About The COVID-19 Virus

Countries are going into lockdown and states are shutting institutions and organisations in fear of the Coronavirus outbreak. What are the signs and symptoms you need to watch out for? Read all about that and more here.  Here are some interesting facts about the horrid COVID-19 virus that everyone needs to know about. Awareness and […]