5 Parent Mistakes to Avoid During Child's Viral Fever
Pediatrician Dr. Milind Jambagi reveals 5 common errors parents make that can delay a child's recovery from viral illness. Learn the essential 'don'ts' for safe care.
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Skipping Belly Button Cleaning for a Month: Risks
Dr Rashmi Sharma warns that neglecting belly button hygiene for a month can cause odour, infection, and even painful navel stones. Learn the simple cleaning routine to stay healthy.
BLO's Wife Seeks EC Help for Medical Bills
The wife of a Howrah BLO seeks financial aid from the Election Commission for his leg infection treatment, caused by extensive walking during SIR work. Read the full story.
Kajal Risks for Newborns: Doctor's Scientific Warning
Pediatrician Dr. Karthick Annamalai warns against using kajal on infants, citing lead, heavy metals, and infection risks. Science debunks cultural beliefs about eye protection and shaping.
Diabetic's hidden shoe bite leads to leg amputation
A 56-year-old diabetic man hid a shoe bite for 3 weeks, leading to a severe infection and below-knee amputation. Experts explain why foot care is non-negotiable for diabetics and share crucial warning signs.
Toilet Lid Up or Down? Science Debunks Common Hygiene Myth
Should you close the toilet lid before flushing? A new study finds it doesn't stop germs. Discover the best hygiene habits for Indian households.
Pollution Control Day: Bhopal Tragedy & Health Crisis
National Pollution Control Day, observed on Dec 2, marks the Bhopal Gas Tragedy & highlights pollution's deadly health impact, causing 8.1 million deaths in 2021. Learn risks and solutions.
Doctors Warn: Raw Egg on Burns is Dangerous
A viral social media trend suggests using raw egg white on burns. Burn specialists from Johns Hopkins and Mayo Clinic warn this can cause severe infections like salmonella. Learn the correct first aid.
Monsoon Fever? Don't Miss These Leptospirosis Signs
Leptospirosis, a dangerous bacterial infection from rat urine in dirty water, spikes in monsoon. Learn the 3 key early signs—fever, calf pain, red eyes—to seek timely treatment and prevent severe complications.
Andhra Pradesh Tops India in HIV Control
Andhra Pradesh emerges as India's top state in controlling HIV, recording an 88.72% decline in AIDS deaths and major reduction in new infections. Discover how they achieved this success story.
Odisha Reports 2,462 HIV Cases in Seven Months
Odisha detects 2,462 HIV-positive cases from April to October through extensive testing. Ganjam reports highest numbers as officials cite unprotected sex among youth as primary cause. Learn about state's response.
Delhi air quality improves but remains in 'poor' category
Delhi's air quality shows slight improvement, moving from 'very poor' to 'poor' category with AQI at 269. However, thick smog continues to blanket ITO and other areas. Political criticism mounts over pollution crisis.
Gurgaon's Rs 700 Dog Sterilisation Plan Faces Doubts
MCG awards 2-year contract to Jabalpur NGO for stray dog sterilisation at Rs 700 per dog. RWAs and veterinarians question feasibility, citing costs up to Rs 5,000 per procedure locally.
Childhood Colds Trigger Ear Infections: ENT Alert
Frequent colds in children are causing recurrent ear infections, warns ENT specialist Dr. Ravi Kanojia. Learn prevention tips and when to seek medical help for your child's ear health.
Kolkata hit by recurrent cough, cold; doctors explain
Hundreds in Kolkata face recurrent cough & cold attacks. Doctors blame temperature swings & multiple viruses. Learn prevention tips and why antibiotics don't work.
Jenny McCarthy's Dental Implant Disaster: 9 Surgeries
Actress Jenny McCarthy reveals her painful dental implant journey involving 9 surgeries, bone infection, and eye complications. Learn about dental implant risks and safety.
Health Problems Your Eyelashes Can Detect
Your eyelashes are more than just beauty features. They can reveal nutritional deficiencies, thyroid issues, autoimmune conditions, and infections. Learn how to spot these early warning signs.
Cold, Flu, or COVID? Symptoms and Testing Guide
Struggling to identify if it's cold, flu, or COVID? Learn about overlapping symptoms, testing importance, and expert insights for accurate diagnosis and care.
6 Early Signs of Mouse Infestation in Your Home
Discover 6 crucial signs of mouse infestation in your Indian home. Learn to spot droppings, nests, and sounds before it's too late. Protect your family today!
Stop Using Earbuds to Clean Ears: Doctors Warn
Using earbuds to clean earwax can cause infections and blockages. Discover why your ears are self-cleaning and learn safer alternatives for ear care.
Smriti Mandhana's Fiancé Hospitalized, Father Stable
Indian cricketer Smriti Mandhana faces family health emergency as fiancé hospitalized with viral infection, father recovers from heart symptoms. Latest updates.
Antibiotics Ineffective Against Common Cold: Doctors
Medical experts reveal antibiotics cannot treat common cold viruses. Learn why proper diagnosis and avoiding self-medication are crucial for public health in India.
Fly Eggs in Wounds: Signs and Prevention
Discover what happens if a fly lays eggs in a wound. Learn critical signs, risks of myiasis infection, and essential prevention steps to protect your health.
7 Blackbucks May Be Infected in Karnataka Bacterial Outbreak
CCF Manjunath Chavan reveals remaining blackbucks may have bacterial infection after expert post-mortem. Learn about the conservation crisis unfolding in Karnataka.
Humane Approach to Stray Dog Management Needed
Discover why India needs compassionate stray dog management strategies that balance human safety with animal welfare. Learn about sustainable solutions.
31 blackbucks die in Karnataka zoo, minister orders probe
Tragic bacterial infection claims 31 blackbucks at Kittur Rani Chennamma Zoo in Belagavi. Forest Minister orders high-level investigation to prevent future outbreaks. Read details.
Gastroenteritis outbreak kills 6 in Mizoram
Six people have died and 84 others infected in a gastroenteritis outbreak in Mizoram's Lawngtlai district. Health authorities are working to contain the disease spread.
Dolly Parton's 3 AM Routine & Recovery Journey
Dolly Parton opens up about her spiritual 3 AM routine, love for heels, and recovery after husband Carl Dean's death and kidney infection. An inspiring look at her resilience.
PCMC acts against 30 polluting RMC plants
PCMC launches immediate inspections and potential closure of 30 non-compliant RMC plants following MPCB pollution violations. Clean air initiative targets dust and emission control systems.
9 eye infections after cataract surgeries in Bijapur
Nine patients developed serious eye infections after cataract surgeries at Chhattisgarh's Bijapur district hospital. Health department orders urgent inquiry and transfers patients to Raipur for specialist care.
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