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Urinary Tract Infections: Doctor Shares Prevention Tips For Men And Women
Urinary tract infections are common but often preventable. A urologist shares key daily habits, from hydration to hygiene, that can reduce risk in both men and women, while explaining why UTIs in men may signal deeper health issues.
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Bangladesh Measles Outbreak: Will It Affect Indian Border States? Tips To Keep Yourself Protected
Measles is highly contagious and can easily cross borders. The Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) says that "Measles can easily cross borders and cause outbreaks in any community where people are unvaccinated or under-vaccinated".
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New Drug Reduces Blood Pressure In Patients Where Other Medicines Failed
Scientists have now developed a new drug called baxdrostat, which offers hope by lowering blood pressure in these tough cases where other medicines fail. This simple pill targets a key hormone in the body that causes salt and water buildup.
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Beyond Asanas: Ayush Ministry's New Yoga Protocols Offer Data-Backed Solutions For Chronic Diseases
The initiative has been developed by the World Health Organisation Collaborating Centre for Traditional Medicine (Yoga) (WHOCCIND 118), at the Morarji Desai National Institute of Yoga under the Ministry of Ayush.
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Telangana's Mega Health Drive Flags 26.9 Lakh With High Blood Pressure, 14 Lakh With Diabetes
Hypertension and diabetes are popularly known as "silent killers" because they may not show obvious symptoms until serious complications develop.
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No Shortage Of Anti-Rabies Vaccine, Rabies Immunoglobulin In India: Union Health Minister J P Nadda
Union Health Minister J P Nadda on Tuesday asserted that there is no shortage of Rabies Immunoglobulin (RIG) and Anti-Rabies Vaccine (ARV) in the country as supply far exceeds domestic demand.
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Family History Of Type-2 Diabetes? Tips To Prevent Or Delay The Onset Of The Disease
Family history is a significant risk factor for developing type-2 diabetes. If a close relative, such as a parent or sibling, has diabetes, your risk of developing the condition increases.
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Latent Tuberculosis: The Silent Infection Millions May Not Know They Have
A person develops latent TB when he or she contracts Mycobacterium tuberculosis yet his or her immune system manages to control the infection.
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Response To Meningitis Outbreak In The UK Shows Why Contact Tracing Is Key To Containment
A deadly meningitis outbreak in the UK has triggered rapid contact tracing and preventive treatment. Experts say this public health tool is crucial to contain infections, identify exposed individuals and stop outbreaks before they spread further.
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From Hydration To Diet: Doctor Shares Top Tips To Protect Your Kidney Health
Stay hydrated, eat balanced meals, exercise, and monitor blood pressure and sugar to protect kidney health and prevent long-term disease
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Urinary Tract Infections: Doctor Shares Prevention Tips For Men And Women
Urinary tract infections are common but often preventable. A urologist shares key daily habits, from hydration to hygiene, that can reduce risk in both men and women, while explaining why UTIs in men may signal deeper health issues.
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Bangladesh Measles Outbreak: Will It Affect Indian Border States? Tips To Keep Yourself Protected
Measles is highly contagious and can easily cross borders. The Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) says that "Measles can easily cross borders and cause outbreaks in any community where people are unvaccinated or under-vaccinated".
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New Drug Reduces Blood Pressure In Patients Where Other Medicines Failed
Scientists have now developed a new drug called baxdrostat, which offers hope by lowering blood pressure in these tough cases where other medicines fail. This simple pill targets a key hormone in the body that causes salt and water buildup.
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Beyond Asanas: Ayush Ministry's New Yoga Protocols Offer Data-Backed Solutions For Chronic Diseases
The initiative has been developed by the World Health Organisation Collaborating Centre for Traditional Medicine (Yoga) (WHOCCIND 118), at the Morarji Desai National Institute of Yoga under the Ministry of Ayush.
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Telangana's Mega Health Drive Flags 26.9 Lakh With High Blood Pressure, 14 Lakh With Diabetes
Hypertension and diabetes are popularly known as "silent killers" because they may not show obvious symptoms until serious complications develop.
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No Shortage Of Anti-Rabies Vaccine, Rabies Immunoglobulin In India: Union Health Minister J P Nadda
Union Health Minister J P Nadda on Tuesday asserted that there is no shortage of Rabies Immunoglobulin (RIG) and Anti-Rabies Vaccine (ARV) in the country as supply far exceeds domestic demand.
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Family History Of Type-2 Diabetes? Tips To Prevent Or Delay The Onset Of The Disease
Family history is a significant risk factor for developing type-2 diabetes. If a close relative, such as a parent or sibling, has diabetes, your risk of developing the condition increases.
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Latent Tuberculosis: The Silent Infection Millions May Not Know They Have
A person develops latent TB when he or she contracts Mycobacterium tuberculosis yet his or her immune system manages to control the infection.
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Response To Meningitis Outbreak In The UK Shows Why Contact Tracing Is Key To Containment
A deadly meningitis outbreak in the UK has triggered rapid contact tracing and preventive treatment. Experts say this public health tool is crucial to contain infections, identify exposed individuals and stop outbreaks before they spread further.
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From Hydration To Diet: Doctor Shares Top Tips To Protect Your Kidney Health
Stay hydrated, eat balanced meals, exercise, and monitor blood pressure and sugar to protect kidney health and prevent long-term disease
