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60% Rise In Eye Problems As Toxic Smog Engulfs Delhi: Doctors
A thick blanket of smog and toxic air hanging over Delhi has triggered a sharp rise in eye-related ailments like allergies, dryness, burning sensations, and excessive watering, affecting both adults and children, according to the city's doctors.
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"Awful Situation": Priyanka Gandhi Flags Toxic Delhi Air To PM, Rekha Gupta
As Delhi woke up to another smoggy morning and Air Quality Index (AQI) in several areas climbed to the 'severe' category, senior Congress leader Priyanka Gandhi Vadra called upon the Centre and the BJP-led Delhi government to act immediately.
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Delhi Hospitals See Surge In Burn Cases: Doctor's Advice On Keeping Kids Safe Post-Diwali
Children are particularly vulnerable to post-festive health issues because of their natural curiosity and limited understanding of danger.
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Air Pollution: Coughing Due To Poor AQI? Here's How To Manage It
In this article, we discuss simple tips to help you manage cough during high air pollution.
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Delhi Sees 30% Rise In Patients With Respiratory Issues Post-Diwali
The sudden exposure to smoke, toxic gases, and fine particulate matter has left the elderly, children, pregnant women, and those with chronic respiratory or cardiac illnesses struggling to cope.
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Second-Hand Smoke Leaves A Heavy Health Burden On Children, Study Explains How
A new global analysis highlights that children remain disproportionately harmed by exposure to second-hand smoke, leading to respiratory illness, growth issues, and long-term disease risk.
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Why Pneumonia Cases Surge During Monsoon: How To Guard Against It
Monsoon ushers in respiratory trouble for many and pneumonia cases rise sharply, driven by damp air, viral spread, indoor pollutants, and rain-wetting. Children, elderly, and those with compromised immunity are most vulnerable.
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Lung Cancer No More Smokers' Disease: Experts Reveal How Everyone Is Affected, Even Children
On World Cancer Day, a look at how the change is being driven by environmental, occupational and/or genetic risk factors.
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13% Children Born Prematurely. 17% With Low Birth Weight In India: Report
India's demographic health survey 2019-21 reveals that 13 per cent of children were born prematurely, and 17 per cent with a low weight at birth, with air pollution contributing to the adverse birth outcomes.
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Sleep Apnea: Are You At Risk? Here's What To Do
In this article, we share factors that put you at risk of sleep apnea and how to overcome these factors.
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Air Pollution Exposure In Childhood May Affect Brain Development: Study
Children exposed to higher levels of air pollution in early and mid-childhood may have weaker connections between key brain regions that can highly impact their thinking and controlling capacity, according to a study.
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Health Data Finds 1 Of 2 Indians Have A Lifestyle Disorder; How We Must Focus On Preventive Healthcare
In this article, we share preventive measures you can take to reduce your risk of lifestyle disorders.
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Tips To Protect Your Newborns From High Air Pollution
As parents, adopting strategic measures can help mitigate health risks and shield your little ones from the adverse effects of air pollution.
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Delhi Primary Schools To Shift To Online Classes Amid Rising Pollution
Authorities are considering switching to online classes for children up to Class V to reduce exposure to harmful air quality.
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Climate Challenges Don't See Borders As NASA Pic Shows Smog-Covered Lahore, Delhi
The hazardous level of pollution has forced authorities in Pakistan to close schools till November 17 in a bid to lower children's exposure to the pollution.
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60% Rise In Eye Problems As Toxic Smog Engulfs Delhi: Doctors
A thick blanket of smog and toxic air hanging over Delhi has triggered a sharp rise in eye-related ailments like allergies, dryness, burning sensations, and excessive watering, affecting both adults and children, according to the city's doctors.
-
"Awful Situation": Priyanka Gandhi Flags Toxic Delhi Air To PM, Rekha Gupta
As Delhi woke up to another smoggy morning and Air Quality Index (AQI) in several areas climbed to the 'severe' category, senior Congress leader Priyanka Gandhi Vadra called upon the Centre and the BJP-led Delhi government to act immediately.
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Delhi Hospitals See Surge In Burn Cases: Doctor's Advice On Keeping Kids Safe Post-Diwali
Children are particularly vulnerable to post-festive health issues because of their natural curiosity and limited understanding of danger.
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Air Pollution: Coughing Due To Poor AQI? Here's How To Manage It
In this article, we discuss simple tips to help you manage cough during high air pollution.
-
Delhi Sees 30% Rise In Patients With Respiratory Issues Post-Diwali
The sudden exposure to smoke, toxic gases, and fine particulate matter has left the elderly, children, pregnant women, and those with chronic respiratory or cardiac illnesses struggling to cope.
-
Second-Hand Smoke Leaves A Heavy Health Burden On Children, Study Explains How
A new global analysis highlights that children remain disproportionately harmed by exposure to second-hand smoke, leading to respiratory illness, growth issues, and long-term disease risk.
-
Why Pneumonia Cases Surge During Monsoon: How To Guard Against It
Monsoon ushers in respiratory trouble for many and pneumonia cases rise sharply, driven by damp air, viral spread, indoor pollutants, and rain-wetting. Children, elderly, and those with compromised immunity are most vulnerable.
-
Lung Cancer No More Smokers' Disease: Experts Reveal How Everyone Is Affected, Even Children
On World Cancer Day, a look at how the change is being driven by environmental, occupational and/or genetic risk factors.
-
13% Children Born Prematurely. 17% With Low Birth Weight In India: Report
India's demographic health survey 2019-21 reveals that 13 per cent of children were born prematurely, and 17 per cent with a low weight at birth, with air pollution contributing to the adverse birth outcomes.
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Sleep Apnea: Are You At Risk? Here's What To Do
In this article, we share factors that put you at risk of sleep apnea and how to overcome these factors.
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Air Pollution Exposure In Childhood May Affect Brain Development: Study
Children exposed to higher levels of air pollution in early and mid-childhood may have weaker connections between key brain regions that can highly impact their thinking and controlling capacity, according to a study.
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Health Data Finds 1 Of 2 Indians Have A Lifestyle Disorder; How We Must Focus On Preventive Healthcare
In this article, we share preventive measures you can take to reduce your risk of lifestyle disorders.
-
Tips To Protect Your Newborns From High Air Pollution
As parents, adopting strategic measures can help mitigate health risks and shield your little ones from the adverse effects of air pollution.
-
Delhi Primary Schools To Shift To Online Classes Amid Rising Pollution
Authorities are considering switching to online classes for children up to Class V to reduce exposure to harmful air quality.
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Climate Challenges Don't See Borders As NASA Pic Shows Smog-Covered Lahore, Delhi
The hazardous level of pollution has forced authorities in Pakistan to close schools till November 17 in a bid to lower children's exposure to the pollution.
