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Covid-19 reality check: Busting common myths about coronavirus pandemic

Given the nature of the pandemic and fear surrounding it, people often believe in social media myths as most of them are attributed to imaginary doctors and in some cases people who have been infected and treated.

Jun 8, 2020

Why Covid-19 test is mandatory for hospitals performing planned elective surgery procedures

Planned elective surgery procedures such as laparoscopic, joint and kidney stone, gastric, and orthopedic can now be performed, only after the Covid-19 test is conducted through an ICMR-accredited laboratory.

Jun 4, 2020

Coronavirus vaccine development moving positively: Bharat Biotech CEO

The Covid-19 vaccine development is moving in a positive direction, next one month is very crucial, said Dr. Krishna Mohan Ella, Chief Executive Officer of Bharat Biotech.

Jun 2, 2020

Coronavirus only tip of an iceberg; more outbreaks to follow, warns top virologist

A top virologist from China has warned that new viruses being discovered are "actually just the tip of the iceberg". If the necessary steps aren't taken, there could be more outbreaks.

May 31, 2020

Coronavirus vaccine could be ready by October, Pfizer CEO claims as clinical trials underway

Pfizer is conducting clinical trials in the US and Europe for the BNT162 vaccine programme to prevent Covid-19 in collaboration with German mRNA company BioNTech.

May 30, 2020

COVID-19 patients who recovered, tested positive again pose no danger: See why

Researchers claim 285 Covid-19 survivors who were re-tested positive again after they had recovered initially, show no risk of contagion and thus aren't capable of transmitting the infection again to other humans. They could possibly have the antibodies that prevent them from falling sick again.

May 20, 2020

Many African countries have zero ventilators & that's not the biggest problem

While many countries across the globe to include the West and the North are delving on measures to flatten the curve and economic relief packages, countries across the African continent with close to zero healthcare infrastructure are confused and overwhelmed in the face of the Covid-19 outbreak.

May 14, 2020

Mahesh Babu, Pawan Kalyan and Arjun Kapoor

From Mahesh Babu, Pawan Kalyan to Arjun Kapoor: Indian celebrities react to the shocking Vizag gas leak

The Vizag gas leak which took place last night has left over 5000 people sick. The tragedy has left the country shocked, and celebrities have taken to social media to show solidarity with the people of Vizag.

May 7, 2020

Warning: PPE - essential against COVID-19 - poses serious risk of skin injury

Around 42.8 percent experienced serious skin injury related to the use of personal protective equipment (PPE), including masks, goggles, face shields, and protective gowns, a study has shown.

May 3, 2020

Anti-malaria drug hydroxychloroquine can leave Covid-19 patients seriously damaged

With President Trump's announcement in the White House that hydroxychloroquine "will not kill anybody," the potential drug saw an upsurge in global demand and the export ban was soon lifted on India. However, little attention was drawn on why the FDA does not recommend prolonged use of hydroxychloroquine for treating malaria. With no real evidence and clinical trials underway, let's understand the side effects of antimalarial drug hydroxychloroquine first.

Apr 8, 2020

J&K Govt thought joinery mills can 'manufacture' oxygen; order fixed

Directorate of Industries and Commerce, Government of J&K issued directives allowing a joinery mill and furniture factory the right to manufacture oxygen. But it was later revoked in the day today by Director Mahmood Ahmad Shah on account of heavy criticism received.

Apr 8, 2020

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Health News

Covid-19 reality check: Busting common myths about coronavirus pandemic

Why Covid-19 test is mandatory for hospitals performing planned elective surgery procedures

Coronavirus vaccine development moving positively: Bharat Biotech CEO

Coronavirus only tip of an iceberg; more outbreaks to follow, warns top virologist

Coronavirus vaccine could be ready by October, Pfizer CEO claims as clinical trials underway

COVID-19 patients who recovered, tested positive again pose no danger: See why

Many African countries have zero ventilators & that's not the biggest problem

From Mahesh Babu, Pawan Kalyan to Arjun Kapoor: Indian celebrities react to the shocking Vizag gas leak

Warning: PPE - essential against COVID-19 - poses serious risk of skin injury

Anti-malaria drug hydroxychloroquine can leave Covid-19 patients seriously damaged

J&K Govt thought joinery mills can 'manufacture' oxygen; order fixed

No coronavirus testing kits at all! ICMR recommends antibody testing for speedy Covid-19 detection

Heavy drinking can easily add 4 cm to your waistline

Eat plant-based diet, avoid dairy products to prevent asthma

Fight against coronavirus: Italian hospitals to use snorkelling masks for ventilators to counter shortage

Time for India to follow suit? France, Germany, Netherlands, US banned use of EVMs [here's why]

Dhanush's Captain Miller has no buyers in Telugu states? Here's why

Deepika Padukone is a sight to behold in velvet gown; attends Academy Museum Gala with Selena Gomez, Dua Lip [see pics]