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Extreme Heat Is Making Lung Health Worse: Doctor Shares Protective Tips For Heatwaves
Extreme heat does not just affect the skin or body temperature but it can directly affect lung function, oxygen levels, and airway inflammation.
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Heatwaves Are Ruining Sleep Even In Air Conditioned Rooms: Doctors Explain Why
Heatwaves are now disrupting sleep even in air-conditioned rooms, doctors warn. Persistent high night temperatures, dehydration, abrupt cooling, and dry indoor air are triggering insomnia, fatigue, headaches, and worsening respiratory disorders.
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Impact Of Rising Heatwave Conditions On Heart Attacks And Stroke-Related Emergencies In India
Heatwaves, in particular, are emerging as a major public health threat due to their increasing intensity and duration. For India, already facing a high burden of hypertension, diabetes, and cardiovascular disease, this raises urgent questions about p
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Explained: How 'Heat Insurance' Can Help 76% Indians Exposed To Risk
As per NDMA, at least 23 states regularly see dangerously high temperatures. This underscores the emerging need for "heat insurance" in India.
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45 Degrees And Rising: The Hidden Toll Of Heat On Pregnancy And Newborn Health In India
India is no stranger to scorching records. In recent years, multiple regions have ranked among the hottest on the planet, and 2026 has already brought intense heatwaves.
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Sending Children To School In Scorching Heat? Here's A Safety Guide For Staying Healthy
Heatwaves can have a significant impact on children attending school, affecting their health in more ways than one. Excessive heat can lead to severe dehydration, heatstroke and worsen existing conditions in children.
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Can Indoor Plants Improve Family Health During Heatwaves? Doctor Explains Pros And Cons
Indoor plants can create a healthy environment at your home. During a heatwave, the air can become dry and stagnant, leading to various physical discomforts.
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Super El Nino Health Impacts: Doctors Explain How Indians Will Be Affected, Share Precautions
A potential Super El Nino could intensify heatwaves, pollution, and disease risks in India. Doctors explain its health impact, from heatstroke to infections, and share practical precautions to stay safe.
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The Impact Of Heat On Your Blood Pressure Explained; Tips To Maintain Healthy Numbers
Generally, heat causes blood pressure to drop, however, extreme heat can also trigger dangerous spikes depending on how an individual's body reacts.
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Does Wrapping A Wet Dupatta Or Cloth Around The Head Protect From Heatwaves? Doctor Explains
Using a wet dupatta or cloth to beat the heat is common in India. A doctor explains how it works, its limits, risks, and why hydration, shade, and proper cooling remain essential during heatwaves.
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Delhi Records Very High Temperature At Night: Here's How It Impacts Your Health
High temperatures at night also can seriously harm your health. This happens because your body never really gets the chance to cool down and recover.
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Can Carrying Onions During A Heatwave Actually Help You Stay Cool? Doctors Explain
Doctors debunk the myth, explaining why it doesn't work and what actually protects you during extreme heat, including hydration, clothing, and timing outdoor exposure.
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Is Your Air Conditioner Making You Sick? 5 Hidden Health Risks Everybody Should Know
With a 42-degree heatwave, are you someone who is blasting their air conditioning unit? Then, you need to know the 5 hidden health risks that may be associated with extreme artificial cooling and how to safeguard yourself.
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Delhi Heatwave Alert: Know How Extreme Heat Strains The Heart, Kidneys, And Brain
When ambient temperatures increase, it affects the body's cooling mechanisms. This strains the body and leads to systemic failures. Here's how extreme heat strains the body.
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Delhi Records Hottest Day Of Year At 42.8 Degrees, Yellow Alert Issued
Across Delhi, the impact is already being felt through blistering afternoons and unusually warm nights, with temperatures well above normal.
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Extreme Heat Is Making Lung Health Worse: Doctor Shares Protective Tips For Heatwaves
Extreme heat does not just affect the skin or body temperature but it can directly affect lung function, oxygen levels, and airway inflammation.
-
Heatwaves Are Ruining Sleep Even In Air Conditioned Rooms: Doctors Explain Why
Heatwaves are now disrupting sleep even in air-conditioned rooms, doctors warn. Persistent high night temperatures, dehydration, abrupt cooling, and dry indoor air are triggering insomnia, fatigue, headaches, and worsening respiratory disorders.
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Impact Of Rising Heatwave Conditions On Heart Attacks And Stroke-Related Emergencies In India
Heatwaves, in particular, are emerging as a major public health threat due to their increasing intensity and duration. For India, already facing a high burden of hypertension, diabetes, and cardiovascular disease, this raises urgent questions about p
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Explained: How 'Heat Insurance' Can Help 76% Indians Exposed To Risk
As per NDMA, at least 23 states regularly see dangerously high temperatures. This underscores the emerging need for "heat insurance" in India.
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45 Degrees And Rising: The Hidden Toll Of Heat On Pregnancy And Newborn Health In India
India is no stranger to scorching records. In recent years, multiple regions have ranked among the hottest on the planet, and 2026 has already brought intense heatwaves.
-
Sending Children To School In Scorching Heat? Here's A Safety Guide For Staying Healthy
Heatwaves can have a significant impact on children attending school, affecting their health in more ways than one. Excessive heat can lead to severe dehydration, heatstroke and worsen existing conditions in children.
-
Can Indoor Plants Improve Family Health During Heatwaves? Doctor Explains Pros And Cons
Indoor plants can create a healthy environment at your home. During a heatwave, the air can become dry and stagnant, leading to various physical discomforts.
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Super El Nino Health Impacts: Doctors Explain How Indians Will Be Affected, Share Precautions
A potential Super El Nino could intensify heatwaves, pollution, and disease risks in India. Doctors explain its health impact, from heatstroke to infections, and share practical precautions to stay safe.
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The Impact Of Heat On Your Blood Pressure Explained; Tips To Maintain Healthy Numbers
Generally, heat causes blood pressure to drop, however, extreme heat can also trigger dangerous spikes depending on how an individual's body reacts.
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Does Wrapping A Wet Dupatta Or Cloth Around The Head Protect From Heatwaves? Doctor Explains
Using a wet dupatta or cloth to beat the heat is common in India. A doctor explains how it works, its limits, risks, and why hydration, shade, and proper cooling remain essential during heatwaves.
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Delhi Records Very High Temperature At Night: Here's How It Impacts Your Health
High temperatures at night also can seriously harm your health. This happens because your body never really gets the chance to cool down and recover.
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Can Carrying Onions During A Heatwave Actually Help You Stay Cool? Doctors Explain
Doctors debunk the myth, explaining why it doesn't work and what actually protects you during extreme heat, including hydration, clothing, and timing outdoor exposure.
-
Is Your Air Conditioner Making You Sick? 5 Hidden Health Risks Everybody Should Know
With a 42-degree heatwave, are you someone who is blasting their air conditioning unit? Then, you need to know the 5 hidden health risks that may be associated with extreme artificial cooling and how to safeguard yourself.
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Delhi Heatwave Alert: Know How Extreme Heat Strains The Heart, Kidneys, And Brain
When ambient temperatures increase, it affects the body's cooling mechanisms. This strains the body and leads to systemic failures. Here's how extreme heat strains the body.
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Delhi Records Hottest Day Of Year At 42.8 Degrees, Yellow Alert Issued
Across Delhi, the impact is already being felt through blistering afternoons and unusually warm nights, with temperatures well above normal.
