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Human trials for Russia’s COVID-19 vaccine going on: Volunteers experience side effects

Jahnavi Sarma, September 18, 2020 at 11:51am

One in seven volunteers complained of side effects after being injected with Sputnik V, Russia's experimental vaccine against COVID-19.
LIVE COVID-19 Live Updates: Cases in India surge to 52,14,677 while death toll reaches 84,372

Jahnavi Sarma, September 18, 2020 at 10:46am

Stay tuned to our live updates for all the latest news on the current global COVID-19 pandemic.
PTSD may double the risk of dementia: Ways to deal with this

Jahnavi Sarma, September 18, 2020 at 09:38am

People who have experienced post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) are up to twice as likely to develop dementia later in life, say researchers.
Bladder pain: Causes and natural ways to ease the discomfort

Longjam Dineshwori, September 18, 2020 at 09:38am

Infection in the bladder can cause pain while urinating and abdominal cramping. Here are some effective natural remedies to treat the infection and ease bladder pain.
Potential COVID-19 drug azithromycin may significantly increase the risk of cardiac events

Jahnavi Sarma, September 17, 2020 at 03:17pm

If the azithromycin drug is taken with certain other drugs that affect the electrical functioning of the heart, then cardiac events increased. Read on to know more.
Hormones you are born with can lead to lifetime risk of immunological diseases

Jahnavi Sarma, September 17, 2020 at 10:11am

Researchers say that it's our perinatal hormones and not our adult sex hormones that have a greater influence on our risk of mast cell-associated disorders.
Will ‘gangajal’ help you fight COVID-19? Indian scientists to start human trials to test this theory

Jahnavi Sarma, September 17, 2020 at 10:10am

Indian scientists are all set to test Ganga river water for possible therapeutic effects that may help fight the COVID-19 virus. Read on to know more.
Can Vitamin D supplements help in pain management?

Longjam Dineshwori, September 17, 2020 at 10:10am

Several observational studies have shown that patients with different forms of chronic pain have low vitamin D levels in the circulation.
COVID-19: India may get 300 million doses of Russian vaccine by year end

Jahnavi Sarma, September 16, 2020 at 09:30pm

The Russian Direct Investment Fund (RDIF) has reached agreements with Indian manufacturers to produce 300 million doses of the COVID-19 vaccine in India. Read on to know more.
COVID-19 vaccine by early 2021: Old, high-risk group to get it first, says Health Ministry

Jahnavi Sarma, September 16, 2020 at 09:43am

While no date has been fixed for the COVID-19 vaccine launch, it may be ready by the first quarter of 2021, says the Health Ministry.
Natural cholesterol reducers you didn’t know about

Longjam Dineshwori, September 16, 2020 at 09:40am

Prescription medications like statins to lower cholesterol levels can cause side effects. Try these foods and supplements instead.
World Lymphoma Awareness Day: Genetic alterations in immune system ups risk of Hodgkin lymphoma

Jahnavi Sarma, September 15, 2020 at 02:02pm

World Lymphoma Awareness Day is all about raising awareness about both Hodgkin and non-Hodgkin lymphoma. Read on to know more.
$Obstructive sleep apnea linked ups spine fracture risk in women: Other health risks of this condition$

Obstructive sleep apnea linked ups spine fracture risk in women: Other health risks of this condition

Jahnavi Sarma, September 15, 2020 at 09:05am

Experts say that women with a history of obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) may face a higher risk of spine or vertebral fractures. Read on to know other health risks.
Should you have fruits if you have diabetes?

Longjam Dineshwori, September 15, 2020 at 09:02am

People with diabetes can eat all fruits as long as the serving size is limited to 15 grams of carbohydrates. Here's how to keep an eye on their portion sizes.
Role of fiber in improving your digestive health

Longjam Dineshwori, September 14, 2020 at 08:50am

In this article, you will get to know what fiber is and what are the benefits of a high fiber diet, as well as what foods to eat.
Anti-bacterial graphene face masks that can deactivate coronaviruses developed

Jahnavi Sarma, September 12, 2020 at 08:18pm

Scientists have developed a graphene mask that can deactivate two coronaviruses and kill bacteria more effectively. Read on to know more.
Indian Pharma company gets DCGI nod for human trial of new COVID-19 drug, Baladol

Jahnavi Sarma, September 12, 2020 at 10:23am

Following the DCGI nod for human trials, PNB Vesper Life Science Private Limited says that this is the 'first new chemical entity in the world for treatment of the disease'.
Things to keep in mind before visiting your dentist during the pandemic

Longjam Dineshwori, September 11, 2020 at 04:23pm

While dental professionals are doing their part to prevent the spread of COVID-19, there are certain things patients can do to reduce their chances of contracting the virus.
Peripheral nerve damage is a real danger of ‘proning’ in COVID-19 patients

Jahnavi Sarma, September 11, 2020 at 03:42pm

According to this study the practice of proning COVID-19 patients who are on ventilator support may lead to permanent nerve damage.
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