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Chandipura virus suspected to have taken 6 lives in 1 week: Know how dangerous it is
Health Minister of Gujarat Rushikesh Patel recently confirmed that the Chandipura virus has infected 12 people and claimed 6 lives. Here’s everything you need to know about the virus. As the horror of mosquito-borne disease begins to sweep the nook and corners of many states in India, a new virus breakout has also raised concerns.…
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Health Horoscope Today July 3, 2024: Listen to your body to avoid burnout
Health Horoscope Today, July 3, 2024: Here’s what your daily health horoscope says about your health, work and relationships. Aries Health Horoscope Today You will feel very energetic today, making it a great day to tackle new and challenging workouts. Listen to your body and if it signals that itโs time to rest then listen…
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Can multivitamins help you live longer? This is what a new study says
The study says that multivitamins have no bearing on the mortality risk from various heart problems and other chronic diseases. In the world of supplements, multivitamins may be hailed as superheroes, but all that glitters about them, may not be gold. While people consume multivitamins for a variety of health problems and deficiencies, a new…
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Zika virus cases rise in Pune: Know all about this mosquito-borne infection
Zika virus is a mosquito-borne disease that spreads from a mosquito bite. Know all about its symptoms, prevention and treatment. The monsoon season is back, and so is Zika virus! As many as six people, including two pregnant women, have been reportedly affected by this mosquito-borne infection, in Pune. Zika virus can pose multiple health…
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Pani Puri causes safety concerns in Karnataka: Is your favourite street food safe?
FSSAI revealed that pani puri in Karnataka failed to pass the quality standards and contains artificial food colourings and cancer-causing agents. Chole bhature, momos, kebabs, chaat, and letโs not forget gol gappaโthese are some of the most popular street foods, but they are also unhealthy and unhygienic. Recently, the Food Safety and Standards Authority of…
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Are reusable menstrual products safe?
Reusable period products work out cheaper in the long run and are great for the environment. Read on to know how to safely use them. Are you so used to use-and-throw sanitary pads for menstrual health and hygiene management that the thought of switching to reusable period products scares you?ย The global menstrual hygiene product…
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Debina Bonnerjee on managing endometriosis relapse: I’ve changed my entire lifestyle
Debina Bonnerjee speaks to Health Shots about her endometriosis diagnosis, treatment and management. She urges all women to fix their lifestyles! Women are conditioned to endure the pain and suffering that may come with menstrual health issues, until they begin to impact their reproductive health. That is mostly when they go for a deeper diagnosis…
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Mosquito repellents can prevent malaria! Here’s how to use it during monsoon
Malaria and monsoon go hand-in-hand, especially when in waterlogged and damp places. But you can prevent it by knowing how to use mosquito repellents safely. Monsoon brings a lot of rainfall and humidity, creating the perfect breeding ground for malaria, which is a life-threatening disease that spreads to people when infected female Anopheles mosquitoes bite…
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Health Horoscope Today July 2, 2024: Engage in low-impact exercises to stay fit
Health Horoscope Today, July 2, 2024: Here’s what your daily health horoscope says about your health, work and relationships. Aries Health Horoscope Today Your boundless energy and enthusiasm may be at an all-time high today, but be sure to take out time to rest and recharge. Listen to your body and prioritise self-care. You can…
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10 types of journaling for sound mental health and self-care
Journaling need not be restricted to just maintaining a simple diary. From gratitude journaling to travel journaling, explore the different types of journaling. Remember how, as little kids, we loved doodling and penning down our favourite quotes on the back of our notebooks? From maintaining dairies as kids to our go-to-Notes app, journaling has never…