Schools for kids have opened in a few states of India, but the children have not been vaccinated yet. Expert reveals if it is safe to send your child to school without getting vaccinated or not.
Earlier, a team of experts from the WHO had concluded that it's "extremely unlikely" that coronavirus leaked from a Wuhan lab. But an international group of scientists isn't convinced by the WHO results.
Next time when you visit a public toilet, put the lid down before you flush. A new Chinese study has warned that flushing a toilet can give the next user COVID-19.
Face masks can significantly increase the humidity in the air that the mask-wearer breathes in and this brings down risk of severe COVID-19 disease. Read on to know more.
Could dogs be allies in the fight against COVID-19? Researchers of a new study say that they can effectively sniff out the virus after minimal training.
All 9,144 serum samples were collected between November 4, 2019, and March 16, 2020, from participants living in the 12 mainland French regions.
The new trial found that tocilizumab reduced the risk of death by about 14 per cent relative to the risk among those receiving standard care. Read on to know more.
Stay tuned to our live updates for all the latest news on the current global COVID-19 pandemic.
Adding to the list of COVID-19 vaccine fatality, a man in Odisha died after taking the coronavirus vaccine and his post-mortem report is awaited.
A new study reveals that the mental disorder, Schizophrenia, could actually be one of the highest risk factors for dying from COVID-19 infection.
Dr Ambanna Gowda, Internal Medicine, Fortis Hospital, Bangalore, sheds light on the some of the frequently asked questions on COVID-19 vaccination.
An augmented immune response explains the adverse effects of COVID-19 in patients with hypertension. Could ACE inhibitors offer protection?
India is ready for the COVID-19 vaccination drive and roll-out of vaccines may start as early as January 11 or latest by January 12. Read on to know more.
The Progressive Medicos and Scientists Forum have demanded the rollback of approvals for emergency use authorisation given to two COVID-19 vaccine candidates by the DCGI.
According to the World Health Organization, 4 types of COVID-19 variants causing the disease are circulating the globe.
A novel computational drug screening strategy combined with lab experiments suggest that pralatrexate drug is a promising candidate for COVID-19 patients.
Observational clinical research of COVID-19 patients can help clinicians better understand how the previously unknown SARS-CoV-2 virus acts.
Once the virus enters the body, it can cause discomfort when it reaches the air passages on the outside of the lungs.
Schools for kids have opened in a few states of India, but the children have not been vaccinated yet. Expert reveals if it is safe to send your child to school without getting vaccinated or not.
Earlier, a team of experts from the WHO had concluded that it's "extremely unlikely" that coronavirus leaked from a Wuhan lab. But an international group of scientists isn't convinced by the WHO results.
Next time when you visit a public toilet, put the lid down before you flush. A new Chinese study has warned that flushing a toilet can give the next user COVID-19.
Face masks can significantly increase the humidity in the air that the mask-wearer breathes in and this brings down risk of severe COVID-19 disease. Read on to know more.
Could dogs be allies in the fight against COVID-19? Researchers of a new study say that they can effectively sniff out the virus after minimal training.
All 9,144 serum samples were collected between November 4, 2019, and March 16, 2020, from participants living in the 12 mainland French regions.
The new trial found that tocilizumab reduced the risk of death by about 14 per cent relative to the risk among those receiving standard care. Read on to know more.
Stay tuned to our live updates for all the latest news on the current global COVID-19 pandemic.
Adding to the list of COVID-19 vaccine fatality, a man in Odisha died after taking the coronavirus vaccine and his post-mortem report is awaited.
A new study reveals that the mental disorder, Schizophrenia, could actually be one of the highest risk factors for dying from COVID-19 infection.
Dr Ambanna Gowda, Internal Medicine, Fortis Hospital, Bangalore, sheds light on the some of the frequently asked questions on COVID-19 vaccination.
An augmented immune response explains the adverse effects of COVID-19 in patients with hypertension. Could ACE inhibitors offer protection?
India is ready for the COVID-19 vaccination drive and roll-out of vaccines may start as early as January 11 or latest by January 12. Read on to know more.
The Progressive Medicos and Scientists Forum have demanded the rollback of approvals for emergency use authorisation given to two COVID-19 vaccine candidates by the DCGI.
According to the World Health Organization, 4 types of COVID-19 variants causing the disease are circulating the globe.
A novel computational drug screening strategy combined with lab experiments suggest that pralatrexate drug is a promising candidate for COVID-19 patients.
Observational clinical research of COVID-19 patients can help clinicians better understand how the previously unknown SARS-CoV-2 virus acts.
Once the virus enters the body, it can cause discomfort when it reaches the air passages on the outside of the lungs.
More and more cases of coronavirus are being reported all over the world every day. Right from sports to the entertainment industry, here is a look at 5 celebrities of international fame, who have tested positive for COVID-19.
These activities will keep your kids occupied during this time of coronavirus pandemic and help develop their skills in many areas.
Using your bed as the workstation while working from home amid coronavirus can lead to lower back pain. Read on to know how you can heal it.
As you can't go out, you're probably spending a lot more time sitting at home. Sitting or lying down for too long can increase your risk of chronic health problems. Here are some simple ways to include some physical activity in your day.
Yoga is a great way to relieve tension and reduce stress. Here are some yoga asanas that may help calm your mind and body amid coronavirus pandemic:
With the coronavirus spreading alarmingly, you need to take extra precautions like cleaning surfaces that you use regularly.
In the wake of the coronavirus outbreak, it is essential to boost your immunity and health with the right foods. Here we reveal 5 foods with potent anti-viral properties.
Apart from your lungs, the deadly coronavirus can affect your other vital organs like kidneys, gut and liver too. Read on to know more.
With the threat of the coronavirus hovering over your head, how do you stick to your fitness regime? Here are a few tips for you
With coronavirus cases shooting up by the day, it has become a public health crisis all over the world. Hence, celebrities are trying their best to raise public awareness about this deadly disease affecting millions.
As coronavirus continues to make the headlines, a number of myths about to the disease are doing the rounds on the internet. Read on to know what to believe and not to believe.
With the number of confirmed cases rising to 30 in India, it is important to take measures to boost your immunity so that you can fight off the infection.
Because of lack of proper information, people tend to panic, and this can cause unwanted situations. Get your facts right about the coronavirus.
The World Health Organisatiosn say that the world is now in an uncharted territory with infection rate rising at an alarming rate. Know how you can keep yourself safe in this situation.
The United States recorded its first two deaths attributed to the coronavirus over the weekend. Meanwhile, two new confirmed cases of coronavirus have been reported from India.
The death toll from the coronavirus has almost touch 2,500 and the number of confirmed cases have also risen to more than 75,000. Know the symptoms.
Despite the best efforts of governments around the world, COVID-19 has already reached around 25 countries. Know how to stay safe.
Health care officials are working hard to find a vaccine against coronavirus. Till then, eat right to boost your immune function, suggests Dr. Amitabh Parti, HOD and Director, Internal Medicine, Fortis Healthcare, in this video. Watch him out here.
