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‘Flesh-eating’ fungus: Fatal infection on rise; new antibody treatment can help
Deadly ‘Black Fungus’ infection just met its match: Scientists develop antibody to combat lethal Mucormycosis!
Updated on Mar 23, 2025 05:54 PM IST
ANI | | Posted by Zarafshan Shiraz, California [us]
Cases of a rare fungal infection rise in the US, linked to sexual activity
The fungal infection spreads through sexual contact a and causes itchy, scaly lesions to appear on the trunk, groin, genitals, or face.
Updated on Nov 10, 2024 01:28 PM IST
Can music help plants grow? Study suggests sound boosts fungus
Can music help plants grow? Study suggests sound boosts fungus
Updated on Oct 02, 2024 04:33 AM IST
AFP |
Stop infections before they start: Safety tips for women using public restrooms
Public toilet and women's health: Ladies' guide to safe use of public restrooms and how to prevent UTIs or fungal infections
Updated on Aug 24, 2024 08:01 PM IST
Zarafshan Shiraz, New Delhi
Beware of skin fungal infections in the monsoon; Dermats share prevention tips
Experts explain that fungal infections are common in areas that remain warm and moist, as sweat buildup can contribute to it.
Published on Aug 24, 2024 05:20 PM IST
Powerful antifungal herbs to keep infections at bay: Doctor shares insights
From Neem to Dragon’s Blood, here are a few herbs that can help in protecting us from fungal infections during the monsoon season.
Published on Aug 09, 2024 09:35 PM IST
Tapatrisha Das, Delhi
Heat rash and fungal infection in summer? Tips for healthy skin in humid weather
Combatting heat rash or fungal infections in summer: Adopt these proactive skincare steps to prevent heat-induced skin problems
Published on Jul 19, 2024 05:57 PM IST
Zarafshan Shiraz, New Delhi
Fungi are adapting to body heat; a 'doomsday scenario'
Researchers suggested fungi were adapting to human body temperature and becoming drug resistant. But the idea it's due to climate change is contested.
Published on Jul 06, 2024 01:08 PM IST
Deutsche Welle | Posted by Krishna Priya Pallavi, New Delhi
‘Amul Protein Lassi a health hazard’: Man finds black substance in drink
The man took to the microblogging platform to post pictures of the drink and share his ordeal of finding a black substance in one of the packs.
Updated on May 14, 2024 06:53 PM IST
Vrinda Jain
Cadbury regrets ‘unpleasant experience’ after consumer finds fungus on chocolate
The Cadbury chocolate that was purchased in Hyderabad had fungus all over it despite being well within its expiration date.
Updated on Apr 30, 2024 12:00 PM IST
Man finds fungus in Amul yogurt served on Vande Bharat, says ‘not expected’
The man shared pictures of spolit Amul yogurt he received as part of his meal on Vande Bharat Express. Alongside, he tagged Railways Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw.
Published on Mar 05, 2024 05:13 PM IST
Candida auris: All about the deadly fungal infection spreading in US
Candida auris is known to cause outbreaks in healthcare facilities and patients who spend a long time in hospitals are at risk. All you want to know.
Updated on Feb 05, 2024 06:23 PM IST
Parmita Uniyal, New Delhi
What is Candida auris? Washington state sees deadly fungal infection outbreak
As Candida auris continues to spread in the United States, four persons in Washington state have tested positive for the deadly fungal infection.
Published on Feb 03, 2024 09:12 PM IST
Diwali: Consumers find fungus in HP Milkfed sweets, probe ordered
Out of the sweets bought by the federation from a producer in Chandigarh’s Kharar, a batch is alleged to have been contaminated by fungus
Updated on Nov 16, 2023 06:48 AM IST
HT Correspondent, Shimla
Gut fungus has long-term impact on the immunological response to severe COVID-19
The study shows that specific gut-dwelling fungi thrive in COVID-19, leading to the disease's extreme inflammation and long-term changes in immune system.
Published on Nov 02, 2023 11:12 AM IST
ANI | | Posted by Tapatrisha Das, New York
Fungus emitting 'smoke'? Watch mesmerising viral video
The fascinating video has left many people intrigued. It shows how spores are released from a fungus.
Published on Sep 15, 2023 02:54 PM IST
Vrinda Jain
Respiratory allergy in monsoon: Types of fungal sinus, when is surgery needed
Dampness causes fungus to grow and infects sinuses. Here are types of fungal sinusitis and when is surgery needed to manage nasal/respiratory allergy in monsoon
Published on Jul 31, 2023 08:53 AM IST
Zarafshan Shiraz, New Delhi
Athlete's foot to nail fungus: Beware of these 7 fungal infections in monsoon
From itchy skin to vaginal yeast infections, a host of dermatological issues can affect skin health in the monsoon season.
Published on Jul 22, 2023 04:43 PM IST
Parmita Uniyal, New Delhi
7 personal items you should never share for your health's sake
Soaps to flip-flops, here's a list of personal hygiene items you should not be sharing with your friends, roommates or family members to prevent infections.
Published on Jul 22, 2023 01:23 PM IST
Parmita Uniyal, New Delhi
Man wins ₹30,000 after suing furniture firm for ‘ruining’ wife's saris: Report
A Bengaluru man sued a furniture firm after fungus damaged his wife's silk sarees, kept in a newly purchased wardrobe.
Published on Jul 18, 2023 04:41 PM IST
Kolkata man is world's first human to be infected by killer plant fungus
The man, who wasn’t named had been working with decaying material, mushrooms, and various plant fungi for a long time.
Published on Apr 01, 2023 08:57 AM IST
This pic shared by an IFS officer has spooked people. Can you guess what it is?
The picture shared online attracted many eyeballs and a flurry of comments from netizens.
Published on Jan 17, 2023 06:00 PM IST
Protein could be used to produce life-saving antifungals: Research
Their findings, published in the journal eLife, not only have implications for drug development, they also provide important insight into the evolution of an ancient growth control pathway found in all multicellular organisms.
Published on Oct 02, 2022 11:51 AM IST
ANI | | Posted by Tapatrisha Das, Washington
Tips to avoid infections, diarrhoea, viral fever, conjunctivitis in monsoon
There is a higher risk of fungal infection, diarrhoea, food infection, viral fever and eye problems like conjunctivitis in rainy season but most people do not know about the symptoms of these diseases. Here's all you need to know about their causes, symptoms and treatment
Updated on Jul 24, 2022 02:17 PM IST
Zarafshan Shiraz, Delhi
Say ‘goodbye’ to monsoon skin woes with these beauty tips to get a clear face
Apart from the fresh earthy scent of the soil and crisp refreshing air, monsoon brings with it vexing humidity and a unique set of skin problems that demand care, attention and a thorough skincare routine. Here are a few tried and tested beauty tips to make your skin flawless as ever
Updated on Jul 08, 2022 07:25 AM IST
Zarafshan Shiraz, Delhi
Drug resistance to fungal infections increasing: ICMR report
The findings reinforce concerns around the overuse of antimicrobials and found that one of the pathogen that showed increased drug resistance in the study is also one that causes secondary infection in many serious Covid-19 cases.
Updated on Sep 04, 2021 02:55 AM IST
Anonna Dutt, Hindustan Times, New Delhi
Amphotericin-B: States race against time to procure mucormycosis drug
Karnataka and Maharashtra have both reported a surge in cases of mucormycosis, a disease which happens due to a fungus called mucormycetes which can enter the body through breathing or skin injuries, and has been reported in Covid-19 patients with diabetes or who have been administered steroids.
Published on May 21, 2021 07:22 PM IST
hindustantimes.com | Written by Shankhyaneel Sarkar, Hindustan Times, New Delhi
Kin of patients affected by Mucormycosis shelling out lakhs for treatment
Due to the sudden surge in the price of life-saving antifungal medicines, patients at private hospitals have to shell out lakhs during their treatment that stretches between four-six weeks.
Updated on May 21, 2021 06:38 PM IST
Rupsa Chakraborty, Hindustan Times, Mumbai
This creepy foot is straight out of a horror movie scene, but it’s not what you think
Grey in colour, it has black ‘finger nails’ and will instantly remind you of witches, ghosts and even white walkers if you’re a fan of Game of Thrones.
Published on Jun 15, 2020 11:43 AM IST
Hindustan Times, New Delhi | Srimoyee Chowdhury