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Infection

It is the invasion of the body by organisms that infect, multiply and cause disease in the body. Infections can be caused by bacteria, virus, viroids, nematodes, worms, ticks, mites, fungus, tapeworms and many more. The body protects itself from infection using its immune system. An infection usually manifests as fever, inflammation, rashes etc. Depending on the type of infection a doctor may prescribe antibiotics, creams or steroids in case of severe infections.


  • Out of the tri-doshas, which are responsible for COVID-19 infection?

    Out of the tri-doshas, which are responsible for COVID-19 infection?

    Our Ayurveda expert explains it which dosha is responsible for COVID-19 infection. Watch it to know all about it and how you can keep yourself safe.

  • Does boosting immunity actually help in fighting COVID-19?

    Does boosting immunity actually help in fighting COVID-19?

    Dr.Issac Mathai, Chairman, Managing and Medical Director, Soukya International, Bengaluru, shed more light on the importance of improving your immunity during the pandemic.

  • How frequently should one wash hands to keep coronavirus at bay?

    How frequently should one wash hands to keep coronavirus at bay?

    Health experts have been advising people to wash their hands frequently with soap and water or regularly clean them with an alcohol-based hand rub to prevent Covid-19 infection. But how often should you wash your hands? Here's what the doctors say -

  • Can Ayurveda combined with scientific technology help boost immunity?

    Can Ayurveda combined with scientific technology help boost immunity?

  • Does the Ayurveda principle of healing from within work for COVID-19?

    Does the Ayurveda principle of healing from within work for COVID-19?

  • How do yoga and meditation help in treating COVID-19?

    How do yoga and meditation help in treating COVID-19?

    Research says that certain meditation, yoga asana and pranayama practices may possibly be effective adjunctive means for treating and preventing COVID-19.

  • Simply Inhaling and Exhaling Steam Daily Can Prevent Covid-19 Infection: Ayurveda Expert

    Simply Inhaling and Exhaling Steam Daily Can Prevent Covid-19 Infection: Ayurveda Expert

    Nilesh Jogal, founder of JOGI Ayurved Hospital, has shared the most effective way to prevent Covid-19 infection. If every individual inhale steam twice a day for 30 days, not a single person would become corona positive, the expert claims.

  • Rare antibody reaction found in people who got AstraZeneca Covid-19 vaccine

    Rare antibody reaction found in people who got AstraZeneca Covid-19 vaccine

    In India, AstraZeneca vaccine is locally developed under the brand name 'Covishield' by the Serum Institute of India. It is one of the two vaccines currently being administered to the eligible population.

  • Delhi Records Highest One-day Spike, 37 Doctors At Sir Ganga Ram Hospital Test Positive

    Delhi Records Highest One-day Spike, 37 Doctors At Sir Ganga Ram Hospital Test Positive

    Despite several measures to tackle the Covid-19 situation in the city, Delhi' covid positivity rate went up to 8,1 per cent on Thursday from 6.1 per cent the previous day.

  • New Covid-19 variants infiltrating Indian population more dangerous, infectious

    New Covid-19 variants infiltrating Indian population more dangerous, infectious

    India is seeing a rapid surge in the number of Covid-19 cases, and variants discovered in the country are more infectious and lethal. Here's everything you need to know.

  • Researchers develop enzymes to block the reactivation of HIV

    Researchers develop enzymes to block the reactivation of HIV

    In a breakthrough study, researchers have developed artificial enzymes to block the reactivation and replication of the Human Immuno-deficiency Virus (HIV) in the immune cells.

  • Epidemic Act to be in force in Uttar Pradesh till June end as state witnesses sharp rise in COVID-19 cases

    Epidemic Act to be in force in Uttar Pradesh till June end as state witnesses sharp rise in COVID-19 cases

    In view of the surge in COVID-19 cases in Uttar Pradesh, CM Yogi Adityanath announced the extension of the Epidemic Act till June end in the state.

  • Rising temperature, humidity set to trigger COVID-19 spread in India: Experts warn

    Rising temperature, humidity set to trigger COVID-19 spread in India: Experts warn

    As the temperature is rising in India, experts have warned that the spread of COVID-19 can become worse with the changing weather. Here's what you need to know.

  • This diabetes drug may be used as adjunct therapy for treating HIV

    This diabetes drug may be used as adjunct therapy for treating HIV

    Currently, doctors use combinations of antiretroviral drugs to suppress HIV replication. But many patients taking ART treatment show signs of residual viral replication and immune impairment. A new study has indicated that a widely used diabetes drug may be the new weapon against HIV.

  • Paresh Rawal tests positive for COVID-19 weeks after receiving first vaccine shot: Precautions to take after getting the first coronavirus jab

    Paresh Rawal tests positive for COVID-19 weeks after receiving first vaccine shot: Precautions to take after getting the first coronavirus jab

    In yet another shocking incident, Bollywood actor Paresh Rawal tested positive for COVID-19 even after receiving a vaccine dose against coronavirus.

  • Bring down your risk of COVID-19 infection by 12 per cent with just an extra hour of sleep every night

    Bring down your risk of COVID-19 infection by 12 per cent with just an extra hour of sleep every night

    Quality and quantity of night-time sleep can have a bearing on your risk of COVID-19 infection. But daytime napping can up your risk.

  • Skin friendly 24-hour hand sanitizer to fight the COVID-19 pandemic: Even kids can use it safely

    Skin friendly 24-hour hand sanitizer to fight the COVID-19 pandemic: Even kids can use it safely

    The 24 hour hand sanitizer, Just Human, is made in India with US proprietary technology. The product has got USFDA registration and DCGI clearance in India.

  • 20% COVID-19 recovered patients reported a new disability after discharge - 4 common symptoms

    20% COVID-19 recovered patients reported a new disability after discharge - 4 common symptoms

    A recent report has shown that almost 20% of the total recovered COVID-19 patients have developed a new disability after getting discharged from the hospital. Here are some of the symptoms you should know.

  • ‘TB patients should get COVID-19 vaccine as early as possible’

    ‘TB patients should get COVID-19 vaccine as early as possible’

    The purpose of the COVID-19 vaccination is to prime our immune systems to tackle coronavirus infection (if acquired). But there is fear among the TB patients regarding side effects of the vaccine, or that vaccination will worsen their pre-existing health condition. Regenerative medicine researcher Dr Pradeep Mahajan clears up this and other common concerns about vaccination.

  • COVID-19 test mandatory for Kumbh Mela participants: Uttarkhand HC

    COVID-19 test mandatory for Kumbh Mela participants: Uttarkhand HC

    Nearly 10-20 pilgrims and the same number of locals are being tested positive every dayat the Kumbh Mela, revealed a team of the Health Ministry. They warned that this number has the potential to rapidly turn into an 'upsurge' in cases.

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