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Weight-Loss Drug Misuse Under Scanner, Centre Warns Of Legal Action For Violations
- Wednesday April 1, 2026
- Health | Reported by Tanushka Dutta
The crackdown comes at a time when GLP-1 drugs, widely used for weight loss and diabetes, are seeing a surge in demand, but are increasingly being accessed without proper prescriptions through retail and digital channels.
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What Happens If You Stop Taking Antibiotics In The Middle Of A Course?
- Tuesday March 17, 2026
- Health | Written by Debosmita Ghosh
It is important that you complete the full course of your antibiotics as it reduces side effects like nausea or allergic reactions and chances of reinfection. However, a lot of people don't adhere to your medications, which can impact your health.
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www.ndtv.com
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Chemists' Association Writes To PM Modi Over Concerns Of AI-Generated Fake Prescriptions
- Tuesday February 17, 2026
- Health | Written by Tanushka Dutta
In a letter, the chemists' body flagged the growing trend of AI-generated prescriptions, often carrying fictitious hospital names and fabricated patient details, being accepted by certain online platforms.
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www.ndtv.com
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Delhi Man Critical After AI Advice: Risks Of HIV Drug Misuse Explained
- Saturday January 31, 2026
- Health | Written by Shreya Goswami
A Delhi man was left critically ill after taking HIV preventive medication on an AI chatbot's advice without medical supervision. Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis (PrEP) is proven for HIV prevention when properly prescribed, but dangerous when AI gives it.
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www.ndtv.com
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World AMR Awareness Week 2025: Doctor Explains How Careful Prescribing Protects The Power Of Antibiotics
- Tuesday November 18, 2025
- Health | Written by Shreya Goswami
As antibiotic resistance rises globally, doctors warn that misuse and self-medication are weakening our most powerful drugs. For AMR Awareness Week 2025, an infectious-disease specialist explains how careful prescribing, stewardship and public awaren
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www.ndtv.com
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Weight-Loss Drug Misuse Under Scanner, Centre Warns Of Legal Action For Violations
- Wednesday April 1, 2026
- Health | Reported by Tanushka Dutta
The crackdown comes at a time when GLP-1 drugs, widely used for weight loss and diabetes, are seeing a surge in demand, but are increasingly being accessed without proper prescriptions through retail and digital channels.
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www.ndtv.com
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What Happens If You Stop Taking Antibiotics In The Middle Of A Course?
- Tuesday March 17, 2026
- Health | Written by Debosmita Ghosh
It is important that you complete the full course of your antibiotics as it reduces side effects like nausea or allergic reactions and chances of reinfection. However, a lot of people don't adhere to your medications, which can impact your health.
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www.ndtv.com
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Chemists' Association Writes To PM Modi Over Concerns Of AI-Generated Fake Prescriptions
- Tuesday February 17, 2026
- Health | Written by Tanushka Dutta
In a letter, the chemists' body flagged the growing trend of AI-generated prescriptions, often carrying fictitious hospital names and fabricated patient details, being accepted by certain online platforms.
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www.ndtv.com
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Delhi Man Critical After AI Advice: Risks Of HIV Drug Misuse Explained
- Saturday January 31, 2026
- Health | Written by Shreya Goswami
A Delhi man was left critically ill after taking HIV preventive medication on an AI chatbot's advice without medical supervision. Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis (PrEP) is proven for HIV prevention when properly prescribed, but dangerous when AI gives it.
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www.ndtv.com
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World AMR Awareness Week 2025: Doctor Explains How Careful Prescribing Protects The Power Of Antibiotics
- Tuesday November 18, 2025
- Health | Written by Shreya Goswami
As antibiotic resistance rises globally, doctors warn that misuse and self-medication are weakening our most powerful drugs. For AMR Awareness Week 2025, an infectious-disease specialist explains how careful prescribing, stewardship and public awaren
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www.ndtv.com