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COVID-19 Update: Maharashtra Logs 84 New Cases, Mizoram Sees First Infections After 7 Months

Amid the new covid cases across the country, 84 new cases were reported in Maharashtra on Friday, taking the tally of cases to 681, the state public health department said. Most of the patients have mild symptoms, and people should not panic, it said in a release, reports news agency PTI. Of the total number […]

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Menstrual Health And Workplace Productivity — How Can Menstrual Health Be Maintained At Work

(By Dr Sayeeda Pearl) Why Is Menstrual Health An Important Workplace Concern? Menstruation is a natural biological phenomenon, but it’s still a relatively neglected aspect of women’s health in the workplace. As more women play key roles across all industries, it’s important to understand how menstrual health affects their productivity, wellbeing, and overall workplace participation.

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Karnataka Health Minister Says Covid Testing, Precautions Being Stepped Up Amid Surge Scare

Bengaluru, May 25 (PTI) With fresh Covid-19 cases being reported in the state, Karnataka Health Minister Dinesh Gundu Rao on Sunday said the government is taking all the necessary precautionary measures, including testing the risky cases. Speaking to reporters after the death of an 84-year-old man with severe comorbidities, who tested positive for Covid-19, the

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Covid Cases On Rise In Mumbai, Pune On Alert. Infections Logged In TN, Gujarat

Coronavirus Case Today: Covid cases are once again on an uptick in the country with various states reporting infection amid a resurgence of cases in parts of Asia including Hong Kong and Singapore.  While the overall cases are low compared to previous waves, clusters of infections have been reported from various cities including Mumbai, Chennai,

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Strong, Not Sore — How Yoga Builds Lean Muscle Without Strain

(By: Himalayan Siddhaa Akshar) Yoga is a holistic practice that focusses on the development and alignment of the mind, body and spirit. Due to its spiritual perspective, many people misunderstand it as a very subtle practice for the body. However, it must be understood that there are many intense practices in Yoga that build physical

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High Blood Pressure In Kids: A Concern Parents Shouldn’t Ignore. Here’s What It Could Mean

Hypertension is a health complication that one usually associates with advancing age and adult life stresses. Hypertension is a sustained elevation in blood pressure. This means it is diagnosed when one’s blood pressure is higher than normal on repeated measurements over a particular period. It is a scientific fact that in childhood and adolescence, blood

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Know The Impact Of Thalassemia On The Human Eyes

(By: Dr Ananya Ganguly) Thalassemia, being the most common single-gene disorder, accounts for a huge burden of around 10,000 to 15,000 babies born with the disease each year in India. The cause of systemic disorders associated with the disease is multifactorial, which includes chronic hypoxia and anaemia, iron overload, multiple endocrinopathies, poor socioeconomic status, and

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World Lupus Day 2025 — Know Date, History, Significance, And More

World Lupus Day 2025: World Lupus Day is a global awareness event that focuses on Lupus. It is a chronic autoimmune disease that affects millions. This day highlights and promotes education, research, and advocacy for the disease. World Lupus Day brings together individuals, communities, and organisation to broaden understanding, support early diagnosis, and seek better care.

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Understanding Asthma — Its Symptoms, Trigger Factors, And More

(By: Dr Saibal Ghosh) Asthma is a common and potentially serious chronic disease that imposes a substantial burden on patients , their families and the community. It causes respiratory symptoms, limitation of activity , and flare-ups (attacks) that sometimes require urgent health care and at times may be fatal. ALSO READ: Do You Know How

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