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'Disease X' In Congo Revealed To Be Malaria, Authorities Issue Urgent Warning
- Thursday December 19, 2024
- World News | Edited by Nikhil Pandey
The mysterious flu-like disease in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, dubbed "Disease X," has been confirmed as a severe form of malaria.
- www.ndtv.com
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Can Nebulisers Help Curb Breathing Issues Due To Pollution?
- Friday December 6, 2024
- Aayushi Singh Chauhan
Given these risks, managing respiratory health becomes crucial in high-pollution settings. While measures like air purifiers and masks help reduce exposure, nebulisers offer a direct way to alleviate symptoms caused by polluted air.
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As Delhi Pollution Worsens, Experts Advice On Tackling Cardio, Breathing Problems
- Friday November 15, 2024
- Health | NDTV Health Desk
According to experts, hazardous air quality is linked to lower life expectancy, heart disease, and respiratory issues.
- www.ndtv.com
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Private Hot Tubs On Cruises Pose Risk Of Legionnaires Disease, CDC Reports
- Thursday October 31, 2024
- World News | Edited by Nikhil Pandey
The CDC has warned travelers about the risks associated with private hot tubs on cruise ships after two outbreaks of Legionnaires disease.
- www.ndtv.com
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What Is A Tripledemic? Lookout For These Three Viruses That Cause Severe Respiratory Health Issues
- Monday October 28, 2024
- Aayushi Singh Chauhan
India, with its vast population and diverse climatic conditions, faces the threat of a tripledemic during seasonal changes. Understanding these viruses and knowing how to prevent and treat them is crucial in staying healthy.
- doctor.ndtv.com
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Commit To Care: The Power of Adherence In Chronic Respiratory Disease Treatment
- Wednesday September 25, 2024
- Health | Written by Dr. Sandeep Nayyar, Principal Director & HOD; Respiratory medicine, Allergy & Sleep Disorder, Max Hospital
With asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) on the rise, worsened by air pollution, tobacco use, and changing lifestyles, managing chronic respiratory diseases effectively has become more important than ever.
- www.ndtv.com
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Why Your BMI Is Important: Significance Of Being Underweight Or Overweight
- Tuesday September 10, 2024
- Aayushi Singh Chauhan
This article explores why BMI is an important health metric, examining the implications of being underweight or overweight and offering insights into managing body weight effectively.
- doctor.ndtv.com
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Human Parvovirus B19 On The Rise In US, CDC Warns Of 'Slapped Cheek' Virus
- Thursday August 15, 2024
- World News | Edited by Nikhil Pandey
The CDC advises general respiratory precautions as there is no vaccine for this seasonal virus.
- www.ndtv.com
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Deadly Rat Disease Spreads to Humans, Kills 4 In US
- Thursday July 25, 2024
- World News | Edited by Nikhil Pandey
Hantavirus: According to the US Centres for Disease Control and Prevention, this virus is a family of viruses spread mainly by rodents and can cause varied disease syndromes.
- www.ndtv.com
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Sleepy Sickness: The Forgotten Disease That Once Paralysed The World
- Thursday July 4, 2024
- Science | Edited by Nikhil Pandey
A century ago, a mysterious illness known as "sleepy sickness" or encephalitis lethargica caused an epidemic, beginning in northern France in 1916 and spreading globally.
- www.ndtv.com
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Measles: Know Symptoms And Prevention Tips For This Viral Infection
- Friday February 23, 2024
- Health | Varsha Vats
Measles is a viral infection that starts in the respiratory system. It is a highly contagious disease that usually affects children.
- www.ndtv.com
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Couple's Daughter Dies From Rare Disease, Then They Made Her Into Stones
- Thursday January 18, 2024
- Feature | Edited by Anjali Thakur
The doctors informed the couple that Poppy had pneumonia in her lungs and also tested positive for a respiratory infection.
- www.ndtv.com
-
'Disease X' In Congo Revealed To Be Malaria, Authorities Issue Urgent Warning
- Thursday December 19, 2024
- World News | Edited by Nikhil Pandey
The mysterious flu-like disease in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, dubbed "Disease X," has been confirmed as a severe form of malaria.
- www.ndtv.com
-
Can Nebulisers Help Curb Breathing Issues Due To Pollution?
- Friday December 6, 2024
- Aayushi Singh Chauhan
Given these risks, managing respiratory health becomes crucial in high-pollution settings. While measures like air purifiers and masks help reduce exposure, nebulisers offer a direct way to alleviate symptoms caused by polluted air.
- doctor.ndtv.com
-
As Delhi Pollution Worsens, Experts Advice On Tackling Cardio, Breathing Problems
- Friday November 15, 2024
- Health | NDTV Health Desk
According to experts, hazardous air quality is linked to lower life expectancy, heart disease, and respiratory issues.
- www.ndtv.com
-
Private Hot Tubs On Cruises Pose Risk Of Legionnaires Disease, CDC Reports
- Thursday October 31, 2024
- World News | Edited by Nikhil Pandey
The CDC has warned travelers about the risks associated with private hot tubs on cruise ships after two outbreaks of Legionnaires disease.
- www.ndtv.com
-
What Is A Tripledemic? Lookout For These Three Viruses That Cause Severe Respiratory Health Issues
- Monday October 28, 2024
- Aayushi Singh Chauhan
India, with its vast population and diverse climatic conditions, faces the threat of a tripledemic during seasonal changes. Understanding these viruses and knowing how to prevent and treat them is crucial in staying healthy.
- doctor.ndtv.com
-
Commit To Care: The Power of Adherence In Chronic Respiratory Disease Treatment
- Wednesday September 25, 2024
- Health | Written by Dr. Sandeep Nayyar, Principal Director & HOD; Respiratory medicine, Allergy & Sleep Disorder, Max Hospital
With asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) on the rise, worsened by air pollution, tobacco use, and changing lifestyles, managing chronic respiratory diseases effectively has become more important than ever.
- www.ndtv.com
-
Why Your BMI Is Important: Significance Of Being Underweight Or Overweight
- Tuesday September 10, 2024
- Aayushi Singh Chauhan
This article explores why BMI is an important health metric, examining the implications of being underweight or overweight and offering insights into managing body weight effectively.
- doctor.ndtv.com
-
Human Parvovirus B19 On The Rise In US, CDC Warns Of 'Slapped Cheek' Virus
- Thursday August 15, 2024
- World News | Edited by Nikhil Pandey
The CDC advises general respiratory precautions as there is no vaccine for this seasonal virus.
- www.ndtv.com
-
Deadly Rat Disease Spreads to Humans, Kills 4 In US
- Thursday July 25, 2024
- World News | Edited by Nikhil Pandey
Hantavirus: According to the US Centres for Disease Control and Prevention, this virus is a family of viruses spread mainly by rodents and can cause varied disease syndromes.
- www.ndtv.com
-
Sleepy Sickness: The Forgotten Disease That Once Paralysed The World
- Thursday July 4, 2024
- Science | Edited by Nikhil Pandey
A century ago, a mysterious illness known as "sleepy sickness" or encephalitis lethargica caused an epidemic, beginning in northern France in 1916 and spreading globally.
- www.ndtv.com
-
Measles: Know Symptoms And Prevention Tips For This Viral Infection
- Friday February 23, 2024
- Health | Varsha Vats
Measles is a viral infection that starts in the respiratory system. It is a highly contagious disease that usually affects children.
- www.ndtv.com
-
Couple's Daughter Dies From Rare Disease, Then They Made Her Into Stones
- Thursday January 18, 2024
- Feature | Edited by Anjali Thakur
The doctors informed the couple that Poppy had pneumonia in her lungs and also tested positive for a respiratory infection.
- www.ndtv.com