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Want To Stay Healthy Through The Seasonal Change? 7 Foods That You Should Include In Your Diet
The body needs a steady supply of essential nutrients to produce immune cells, fight infections and repair damaged tissues. Vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, protein and fibre all play an important role in maintaining overall health.
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Pollution, Cough Or Infection? How To Tell What's Causing Your Winter Symptoms
Understanding the difference between pollution-related irritation, a viral infection and a more serious respiratory illness can help people avoid unnecessary antibiotics and seek medical care at the right time.
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Infection Getting Worse Instead Of Better? Signs It May Be Serious
Most infections improve with appropriate care, but persistent fever, worsening symptoms or new breathing, neurological or urinary problems can signal complications or sepsis. An infectious-disease expert explains the warning signs not to ignore.
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Suspected Pneumonic Plague Case In Russia Started In A Lab: Why Laboratory Biosafety Matters Most
The most important takeaway is not simply the word "plague". It is the importance of biosafety, surveillance and rapid containment when potentially dangerous infectious organisms are handled.
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Is It Chickenpox? Signs, Medicines, Care Tips And Precautions For Children
Chickenpox causes a fever and itchy rash with red spots turning into blisters and scabs, lasting around four to seven days.
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1 In 8 Cancer Cases Linked To Infections: Doctor Explains Why Preventing Infections Could Help Reduce Cancer Risk
Certain infections can affect the body over a long period. When an infection becomes chronic, it may cause repeated inflammation or damage to cells and tissues. Over the years, these changes can increase the possibility of abnormal cells developing and eventually becoming cancerous.
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Can Infections Cause Cancer? Lancet Study Links 1 In 8 Cancer Cases To Viruses
Some infections can cause long-term inflammation or damage to cells and tissues. Over many years, persistent infection can contribute to changes in cells that may eventually become cancerous.
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New Study Explains How Viral Infections May Trigger Parkinson's-Linked Protein Changes
A new study by scientists at the CSIR-Centre for Cellular and Molecular Biology (CCMB) in Hyderabad has revealed how viral infections such as influenza and COVID-19 may affect a protein linked to Parkinson's disease.
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Can You Eat Ice Cream When You Have a Cold? Here's What A Doctor Said
People can react differently to cold foods. While some may find that cold foods temporarily soothe a sore throat, others may experience more throat irritation, coughing or congestion. Therefore, how your body responds is also important when deciding what to eat during a cold.
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Why Is Fever Increasing In Chennai? Understanding Seasonal Infections
Respiratory viral infections are extremely seasonal and are related to rainfall. The monsoon can have a significant effect on the transmission of respiratory viruses.
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Rare Pregnancy Infections Triple The Risk Of Autism In Children: Study
Rare infections that can pass from a pregnant woman to a developing fetus are associated with higher risks of autism and intellectual disability later in childhood, according to a large study from Karolinska Institutet published in JAMA Pediatrics.
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Tamil Nadu Health Officials Urge People To Use Masks In Hospitals Amid Respiratory Infections
Public health officials in Tamil Nadu have urged patients and visitors to wear masks in hospitals, warning that respiratory infections can spread even though masking is not compulsory.
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Protection From Tuberculosis Preventive Treatment Could Wane After One Year In High-Burden Countries: Study
They estimated TB risk among people with TB infections in 24 countries and found that TPT offered strong initial protection, but long-term protection varied depending on the burden of TB disease in each area.
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Is Syphilis Curable? What To Know About Treatment, Symptoms And Reinfection
Syphilis is curable, and timely treatment can prevent the infection from progressing and reduce the risk of serious complications.
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Can Eggs Make A Skin Infection Worse? Doctor Explains
Egg allergies or sensitivities can cause skin reactions like itching or hives, which differ from infections caused by bacteria, fungi, or viruses.
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Want To Stay Healthy Through The Seasonal Change? 7 Foods That You Should Include In Your Diet
The body needs a steady supply of essential nutrients to produce immune cells, fight infections and repair damaged tissues. Vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, protein and fibre all play an important role in maintaining overall health.
-
Pollution, Cough Or Infection? How To Tell What's Causing Your Winter Symptoms
Understanding the difference between pollution-related irritation, a viral infection and a more serious respiratory illness can help people avoid unnecessary antibiotics and seek medical care at the right time.
-
Infection Getting Worse Instead Of Better? Signs It May Be Serious
Most infections improve with appropriate care, but persistent fever, worsening symptoms or new breathing, neurological or urinary problems can signal complications or sepsis. An infectious-disease expert explains the warning signs not to ignore.
-
Suspected Pneumonic Plague Case In Russia Started In A Lab: Why Laboratory Biosafety Matters Most
The most important takeaway is not simply the word "plague". It is the importance of biosafety, surveillance and rapid containment when potentially dangerous infectious organisms are handled.
-
Is It Chickenpox? Signs, Medicines, Care Tips And Precautions For Children
Chickenpox causes a fever and itchy rash with red spots turning into blisters and scabs, lasting around four to seven days.
-
1 In 8 Cancer Cases Linked To Infections: Doctor Explains Why Preventing Infections Could Help Reduce Cancer Risk
Certain infections can affect the body over a long period. When an infection becomes chronic, it may cause repeated inflammation or damage to cells and tissues. Over the years, these changes can increase the possibility of abnormal cells developing and eventually becoming cancerous.
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Can Infections Cause Cancer? Lancet Study Links 1 In 8 Cancer Cases To Viruses
Some infections can cause long-term inflammation or damage to cells and tissues. Over many years, persistent infection can contribute to changes in cells that may eventually become cancerous.
-
New Study Explains How Viral Infections May Trigger Parkinson's-Linked Protein Changes
A new study by scientists at the CSIR-Centre for Cellular and Molecular Biology (CCMB) in Hyderabad has revealed how viral infections such as influenza and COVID-19 may affect a protein linked to Parkinson's disease.
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Can You Eat Ice Cream When You Have a Cold? Here's What A Doctor Said
People can react differently to cold foods. While some may find that cold foods temporarily soothe a sore throat, others may experience more throat irritation, coughing or congestion. Therefore, how your body responds is also important when deciding what to eat during a cold.
-
Why Is Fever Increasing In Chennai? Understanding Seasonal Infections
Respiratory viral infections are extremely seasonal and are related to rainfall. The monsoon can have a significant effect on the transmission of respiratory viruses.
-
Rare Pregnancy Infections Triple The Risk Of Autism In Children: Study
Rare infections that can pass from a pregnant woman to a developing fetus are associated with higher risks of autism and intellectual disability later in childhood, according to a large study from Karolinska Institutet published in JAMA Pediatrics.
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Tamil Nadu Health Officials Urge People To Use Masks In Hospitals Amid Respiratory Infections
Public health officials in Tamil Nadu have urged patients and visitors to wear masks in hospitals, warning that respiratory infections can spread even though masking is not compulsory.
-
Protection From Tuberculosis Preventive Treatment Could Wane After One Year In High-Burden Countries: Study
They estimated TB risk among people with TB infections in 24 countries and found that TPT offered strong initial protection, but long-term protection varied depending on the burden of TB disease in each area.
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Is Syphilis Curable? What To Know About Treatment, Symptoms And Reinfection
Syphilis is curable, and timely treatment can prevent the infection from progressing and reduce the risk of serious complications.
-
Can Eggs Make A Skin Infection Worse? Doctor Explains
Egg allergies or sensitivities can cause skin reactions like itching or hives, which differ from infections caused by bacteria, fungi, or viruses.
