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Second-Hand Smoke Leaves A Heavy Health Burden On Children, Study Explains How
A new global analysis highlights that children remain disproportionately harmed by exposure to second-hand smoke, leading to respiratory illness, growth issues, and long-term disease risk.
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Deaths From Chronic Diseases Increase In India, Decline In World: Study
The chances of an Indian dying of a non-communicable disease - like cardiovascular conditions, cancer, or chronic respiratory illnesses - increased between 2010 and 2019, i.e., the decade leading up to the pandemic, according to a Lancet study.
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Why Monsoon Triggers Respiratory Illnesses In India; 5 Ways To Stay Safe
Monsoon Diseases Prevention: Monsoon brings welcome relief but also triggers respiratory health issues like cold, flu, asthma and pneumonia, due to high humidity, mould, dust, air pollution and viral outbreaks.
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The End Of Mumbai's Kabutarkhanas: History, Health Risks, Opposition
On July 31, the Bombay High Court ordered the closure of all kabutarkhanas in Mumbai, saying they posed a threat to public health.
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Lab Antibody Cuts Severe Respiratory Infection In Infants By Over 80%: Report
A monoclonal antibody -- a protein created in a lab which mimics the work of a natural antibody -- could be highly effective in preventing severe RSV, a respiratory infection and major cause of serious illness in infants, according to a research.
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Naseer Soomro, Pakistan's Tallest Man, Dies At 55 After Prolonged Lung Illness
Mr Soomro's brother, Riaz Soomro, revealed that he had been battling severe respiratory problems for several months.
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"Disastrous": Mongolia's Children Suffocating In Toxic Pollution
As she watched her five-month-old son lying in intensive care, wires and tubes crisscrossing his tiny body, Uyanga cursed her hometown Ulaanbaatar and its chronic pollution.
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Understanding The Difference Between HMPV And RSV Respiratory Infections
HMPV Infection Vs. RSV Infection: Understanding the differences between HMPV and RSV is crucial for timely diagnosis, prevention, and management.
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Fight HMPV With Hydration, Nutrition, No Antibiotics Needed: Ex-AIIMS Director
There is no role of antibiotics in treating the Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV), a respiratory illness currently seeing an uptick in the country, said former AIIMS Director Dr Randeep Guleria, on Tuesday.
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China Calls HMPV Outbreak 'Winter Occurrence', India Says 'Don't Panic'
The spread of the Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV) -- a respiratory illness with flu-like symptoms, similar to COVID-19 -- in China has raised health concerns globally, with countries closely monitoring the situation.
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As China Gets Another Covid-Like Scare, Beijing Calls It 'Winter Occurrence'
As photos emerge on social media showing hospitals in China swamped with people amid rising cases of human metapneumovirus or HMPV - a respiratory illness with symptoms similar to those of a flu - there are concerns of another health crisis.
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Concerns Rise As Covid-Like HMPV Virus Spreads, Asian Countries Monitoring Situation
HMPV, which primarily affects children, has spread across northern China, prompting strict monitoring across Asia.
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'Disease X' In Congo Revealed To Be Malaria, Authorities Issue Urgent Warning
The mysterious flu-like disease in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, dubbed "Disease X," has been confirmed as a severe form of malaria.
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Private Hot Tubs On Cruises Pose Risk Of Legionnaires Disease, CDC Reports
The CDC has warned travelers about the risks associated with private hot tubs on cruise ships after two outbreaks of Legionnaires disease.
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Delhi Air Pollution, Ahead Of Winter, Raises Respiratory Illness By 15%
In the national capital region (NCR), the air quality is said to be severely dangerous for citizens, especially those who suffer from respiratory issues and other life-threatening diseases.
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Second-Hand Smoke Leaves A Heavy Health Burden On Children, Study Explains How
A new global analysis highlights that children remain disproportionately harmed by exposure to second-hand smoke, leading to respiratory illness, growth issues, and long-term disease risk.
-
Deaths From Chronic Diseases Increase In India, Decline In World: Study
The chances of an Indian dying of a non-communicable disease - like cardiovascular conditions, cancer, or chronic respiratory illnesses - increased between 2010 and 2019, i.e., the decade leading up to the pandemic, according to a Lancet study.
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Why Monsoon Triggers Respiratory Illnesses In India; 5 Ways To Stay Safe
Monsoon Diseases Prevention: Monsoon brings welcome relief but also triggers respiratory health issues like cold, flu, asthma and pneumonia, due to high humidity, mould, dust, air pollution and viral outbreaks.
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The End Of Mumbai's Kabutarkhanas: History, Health Risks, Opposition
On July 31, the Bombay High Court ordered the closure of all kabutarkhanas in Mumbai, saying they posed a threat to public health.
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Lab Antibody Cuts Severe Respiratory Infection In Infants By Over 80%: Report
A monoclonal antibody -- a protein created in a lab which mimics the work of a natural antibody -- could be highly effective in preventing severe RSV, a respiratory infection and major cause of serious illness in infants, according to a research.
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Naseer Soomro, Pakistan's Tallest Man, Dies At 55 After Prolonged Lung Illness
Mr Soomro's brother, Riaz Soomro, revealed that he had been battling severe respiratory problems for several months.
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"Disastrous": Mongolia's Children Suffocating In Toxic Pollution
As she watched her five-month-old son lying in intensive care, wires and tubes crisscrossing his tiny body, Uyanga cursed her hometown Ulaanbaatar and its chronic pollution.
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Understanding The Difference Between HMPV And RSV Respiratory Infections
HMPV Infection Vs. RSV Infection: Understanding the differences between HMPV and RSV is crucial for timely diagnosis, prevention, and management.
-
Fight HMPV With Hydration, Nutrition, No Antibiotics Needed: Ex-AIIMS Director
There is no role of antibiotics in treating the Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV), a respiratory illness currently seeing an uptick in the country, said former AIIMS Director Dr Randeep Guleria, on Tuesday.
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China Calls HMPV Outbreak 'Winter Occurrence', India Says 'Don't Panic'
The spread of the Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV) -- a respiratory illness with flu-like symptoms, similar to COVID-19 -- in China has raised health concerns globally, with countries closely monitoring the situation.
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As China Gets Another Covid-Like Scare, Beijing Calls It 'Winter Occurrence'
As photos emerge on social media showing hospitals in China swamped with people amid rising cases of human metapneumovirus or HMPV - a respiratory illness with symptoms similar to those of a flu - there are concerns of another health crisis.
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Concerns Rise As Covid-Like HMPV Virus Spreads, Asian Countries Monitoring Situation
HMPV, which primarily affects children, has spread across northern China, prompting strict monitoring across Asia.
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'Disease X' In Congo Revealed To Be Malaria, Authorities Issue Urgent Warning
The mysterious flu-like disease in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, dubbed "Disease X," has been confirmed as a severe form of malaria.
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Private Hot Tubs On Cruises Pose Risk Of Legionnaires Disease, CDC Reports
The CDC has warned travelers about the risks associated with private hot tubs on cruise ships after two outbreaks of Legionnaires disease.
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Delhi Air Pollution, Ahead Of Winter, Raises Respiratory Illness By 15%
In the national capital region (NCR), the air quality is said to be severely dangerous for citizens, especially those who suffer from respiratory issues and other life-threatening diseases.
