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H1N1 Prevention If You're A Gym-Goer: 7 Ways to Stay Safe During Flu Season
Gyms with good ventilation and fewer people reduce flu risk during workouts. Consider outdoor exercise or off-peak hours when flu activity is high.
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Man Crashed Into A Deer. Days Later, He Developed A Rare Infection
A 39-year-old man developed a rare bacterial infection after a deer crashed through his windscreen. Doctors eventually discovered tularemia, likely caused by exposure to the infected animal's blood and bodily fluids.
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Nepal Floods: Floodwater May Spread Infectious Diseases, How To Stay Safe
Floodwater can have sewage, animal waste, chemicals, dirt and other harmful substances. Contaminated water and poor sanitation can increase the risk of infections, particularly when clean drinking water, toilets and healthcare services are disrupted.
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Man Contracts Rare Eye-Eating Parasite After Swimming With Contact Lenses
Symptoms are similar to an eye infection; hence, proper diagnosis can often be delayed, giving the parasite more time to damage vision.
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Throat Infection Care: Doctors Explain How To Reduce Body Heat After Taking Multiple Medications
Dr Ajay Agarwal, Dr Monica Mahajan and Dr Chaithra H explain how to reduce medicine-induced body heat after a throat infection. Here are doctor-approved strategies to keep your body temperature well-regulated as you recover.
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After Delhi, Swine Flu Reaches Chhattisgarh. 3-Year-Old Tests Positive
According to senior health officials, the girl's family took her to the hospital after she developed a cold and fever. Suspecting swine flu, doctors conducted tests which confirmed H1N1 infection.
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3-Year-Old Hospitalised Due To Shigellosis In Kerala, Cases Rise: Symptoms, Causes, Risks Of The Infection
Shigellosis is an intestinal infection caused by bacteria called Shigella. It mainly affects the digestive system and can lead to diarrhoea, stomach pain and fever.
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UK Reports Rise In Salmonella Cases Linked To Imported Eggs: Symptoms, Causes And Risk Factors
Salmonella is a type of bacteria that can cause an infection called salmonellosis. It commonly affects the digestive system and is usually spread by eating or drinking something contaminated with the bacteria.
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Pulkit Samrat Loses 2.5 Kg Muscle During Malaria: How Illness Affects Muscle Mass
Malaria itself can contribute to significant physiological stress, particularly in severe infections. "Malaria can have effects beyond fever and weakness.
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Could Covid-19 Awaken Hidden Viruses In Your Body? What A New Study Says
Researchers found that several long-hidden viruses became active again in people hospitalised with Covid-19. These findings are important because viral reactivation was seen even in people who did not have obviously suppressed immune systems.
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E. Coli Bacteria Found In 8 Indian Railway Station Water Coolers: Drinking Water Safety Is Critical For Public Health
E. coli was detected in water-cooler samples at eight Indian railway stations, raising concerns about drinking-water safety. Here's what E. coli in water means, how contamination can happen, the health risks and how passengers can stay safe
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What Is Necrotising Fasciitis? The Rare 'Flesh-Eating' Disease That Put A Man In A 4-Day Coma
Necrotising fasciitis is a rare, and serious bacterial infection that affects the tissue beneath the skin, including the fascia, which surrounds muscles and other structures. It can cause tissue to die quickly, which is why it is sometimes described as a "flesh-eating disease".
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The Leading Cause Of Pneumonia In Infants Can Now Be Prevented: Doctors Share Tips
Premature babies, infants with congenital heart disease, chronic lung disease, or weakened immunity are at higher risk
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Flesh-Eating Bacteria In Warming Waters: How To Protect Yourself
Flesh-eating bacteria sounds poses a fatal threat to people in the U.S. and beyond.Here are the ways that you need to know to protect yourself.
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5 Clear Signs Your Illness Has Moved Beyond Typical Symptoms Of A Viral Infection
Dr Neha Gupta explains the clear signs that indicate the symptoms of a viral infection have progressed. Here are the serious signs of health complications that you need to be aware of for timely medical treatment.
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H1N1 Prevention If You're A Gym-Goer: 7 Ways to Stay Safe During Flu Season
Gyms with good ventilation and fewer people reduce flu risk during workouts. Consider outdoor exercise or off-peak hours when flu activity is high.
-
Man Crashed Into A Deer. Days Later, He Developed A Rare Infection
A 39-year-old man developed a rare bacterial infection after a deer crashed through his windscreen. Doctors eventually discovered tularemia, likely caused by exposure to the infected animal's blood and bodily fluids.
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Nepal Floods: Floodwater May Spread Infectious Diseases, How To Stay Safe
Floodwater can have sewage, animal waste, chemicals, dirt and other harmful substances. Contaminated water and poor sanitation can increase the risk of infections, particularly when clean drinking water, toilets and healthcare services are disrupted.
-
Man Contracts Rare Eye-Eating Parasite After Swimming With Contact Lenses
Symptoms are similar to an eye infection; hence, proper diagnosis can often be delayed, giving the parasite more time to damage vision.
-
Throat Infection Care: Doctors Explain How To Reduce Body Heat After Taking Multiple Medications
Dr Ajay Agarwal, Dr Monica Mahajan and Dr Chaithra H explain how to reduce medicine-induced body heat after a throat infection. Here are doctor-approved strategies to keep your body temperature well-regulated as you recover.
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After Delhi, Swine Flu Reaches Chhattisgarh. 3-Year-Old Tests Positive
According to senior health officials, the girl's family took her to the hospital after she developed a cold and fever. Suspecting swine flu, doctors conducted tests which confirmed H1N1 infection.
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3-Year-Old Hospitalised Due To Shigellosis In Kerala, Cases Rise: Symptoms, Causes, Risks Of The Infection
Shigellosis is an intestinal infection caused by bacteria called Shigella. It mainly affects the digestive system and can lead to diarrhoea, stomach pain and fever.
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UK Reports Rise In Salmonella Cases Linked To Imported Eggs: Symptoms, Causes And Risk Factors
Salmonella is a type of bacteria that can cause an infection called salmonellosis. It commonly affects the digestive system and is usually spread by eating or drinking something contaminated with the bacteria.
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Pulkit Samrat Loses 2.5 Kg Muscle During Malaria: How Illness Affects Muscle Mass
Malaria itself can contribute to significant physiological stress, particularly in severe infections. "Malaria can have effects beyond fever and weakness.
-
Could Covid-19 Awaken Hidden Viruses In Your Body? What A New Study Says
Researchers found that several long-hidden viruses became active again in people hospitalised with Covid-19. These findings are important because viral reactivation was seen even in people who did not have obviously suppressed immune systems.
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E. Coli Bacteria Found In 8 Indian Railway Station Water Coolers: Drinking Water Safety Is Critical For Public Health
E. coli was detected in water-cooler samples at eight Indian railway stations, raising concerns about drinking-water safety. Here's what E. coli in water means, how contamination can happen, the health risks and how passengers can stay safe
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What Is Necrotising Fasciitis? The Rare 'Flesh-Eating' Disease That Put A Man In A 4-Day Coma
Necrotising fasciitis is a rare, and serious bacterial infection that affects the tissue beneath the skin, including the fascia, which surrounds muscles and other structures. It can cause tissue to die quickly, which is why it is sometimes described as a "flesh-eating disease".
-
The Leading Cause Of Pneumonia In Infants Can Now Be Prevented: Doctors Share Tips
Premature babies, infants with congenital heart disease, chronic lung disease, or weakened immunity are at higher risk
-
Flesh-Eating Bacteria In Warming Waters: How To Protect Yourself
Flesh-eating bacteria sounds poses a fatal threat to people in the U.S. and beyond.Here are the ways that you need to know to protect yourself.
-
5 Clear Signs Your Illness Has Moved Beyond Typical Symptoms Of A Viral Infection
Dr Neha Gupta explains the clear signs that indicate the symptoms of a viral infection have progressed. Here are the serious signs of health complications that you need to be aware of for timely medical treatment.
