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Hand hygiene to manage childhood infections: Doctor shares tips to follow
Know the 5-step hand wash routine to follow. The doctor also shared how to increase awareness about hand hygiene in children.
Published on May 05, 2025 08:23 PM IST
Parasitic infection linked to cervical cancer risk, study finds
Schistosoma haematobium, responsible for urogenital schistosomiasis, affects more than 110 million people worldwide.
Published on Apr 14, 2025 02:21 PM IST
ANI | | Posted by Tapatrisha Das, Basel
Does Chimney die in 911 Contagion Season 8? Here's what we know
In a tense preview for Season 8 Episode 15, Chimney faces critical health issues, raising questions about his survival.
Published on Apr 12, 2025 06:14 PM IST
Doctor says these 4 TB prevention rules should be known by everyone in 2025
Tuberculosis prevention tips to breathe easy: 4 powerful ways to keep TB out of your home and lungs.
Updated on Apr 11, 2025 05:15 PM IST
Zarafshan Shiraz, New Delhi
Ultimate guide to managing genital herpes: What works and what doesn’t
Here's why genital herpes keeps coming back and expert tips on how to stop it.
Updated on Apr 04, 2025 07:41 PM IST
Zarafshan Shiraz, New Delhi
This common food habit could be increasing your risk of deadly nerve attacks
Autoimmune chaos: An unhealthy gut might be fuelling deadly nerve attacks. Here are diet tips to reduce the risk of Guillain-Barré Syndrome naturally.
Updated on Apr 03, 2025 07:57 PM IST
Zarafshan Shiraz, New Delhi
Tuberculosis and nutrition: How diet plays a role in treatment and recovery
From eggs and fishes to pulses and cottage cheese, know the food items that can help in boosting immunity and speeding up recovery from tuberculosis.
Published on Mar 27, 2025 07:07 PM IST
‘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]
Adenomyosis: What is it? Doctor explains early signs, risk factors and treatment
From early warning signs to the health complications and treatment options, know all about adenomyosis from the expert here.
Updated on Mar 18, 2025 05:43 PM IST
Doctor shares post-Holi tips to strengthen immunity, fight infections
From having an anti-inflammatory diet to inserting saline drop in nostrils to ward off lodged in colours, here are a few post-Holi tips to stay healthy and fit.
Published on Mar 14, 2025 01:56 PM IST
Holi: The hidden dangers of waterborne infections; doctor shares prevention tips
Holi 2025: Stay safe from waterborne infections to have a happy and festive Holi. Know the tips to prevent, from an expert.
Published on Mar 11, 2025 07:25 PM IST
Can herpes virus impair the immune system? Study finds a hidden agent's role
The study focused on the role of a viral protein called UL12.5 that triggers the body’s antiviral alarm and then exploits it.
Published on Mar 05, 2025 03:38 PM IST
These common mistakes are wrecking your heart valves; know 5 prevention tips
Heart valve failure could be closer than you think. Know the warning signs and prevention tips.
Updated on Mar 05, 2025 02:50 PM IST
Zarafshan Shiraz, New Delhi
Guillain-Barré Syndrome: How genomics could help detect GBS before it's too late
Doctors warn, Guillain-Barré Syndrome can strike after the flu. Here’s what you need to know to detect GBS before it is too late.
Updated on Mar 03, 2025 05:26 PM IST
Zarafshan Shiraz, New Delhi
Pope Francis battles double pneumonia: Know causes, symptoms, prevention tips
As Pope Francis battles dangerous lung infection, here’s what you need to know about the causes, symptoms, prevention tips and treatment of double pneumonia.
Updated on Feb 20, 2025 02:06 PM IST
Zarafshan Shiraz, New Delhi
Hundreds could be infected with H5N1 bird flu without symptoms: Are you at risk?
H5N1 bird flu infection in humans? After vets infected without symptoms, alarming new evidence suggests it is more common than we thought!
Published on Feb 20, 2025 01:13 PM IST
AP | | Posted by Zarafshan Shiraz, New York
Watch out for this hidden infection can cause infertility in women
Are you ignoring these warning signs? This common infection is a silent threat to women’s health and could impact your fertility!
Published on Feb 18, 2025 06:35 PM IST
Zarafshan Shiraz, New Delhi
Delhi HC seeks response from Police on STD testing for minors in sexual offences
A plea sought a direction to Delhi police to issue a standing order indicating the onus of testing of child survivors for STIs and STDs was on the probe agency.
Published on Feb 18, 2025 05:21 PM IST
PTI |
UTI and yeast infections: Causes, symptoms, treatment and all you need to know
Doctor explained the causes, early warning signs and treatment procedure of UTI and yeast infections.
Published on Feb 17, 2025 08:10 PM IST
Guillain-Barré Syndrome spike: Foods you must avoid to stay safe
Think twice before eating these popular comfort foods as they could put you at a risk for Guillain-Barré Syndrome!
Updated on Feb 17, 2025 05:20 PM IST
Zarafshan Shiraz, New Delhi
Common gynecological infections and tips to prevent them: Doctor explains
From HPV infections to UTIs, know the common gynecological infections and tips to prevent them.
Updated on Feb 14, 2025 08:55 PM IST
Gastrointestinal infections in diabetics and it's link to high blood sugar
Elevated blood sugar levels can lead to multiple complications for diabetics. Doctor shared tips to prevent infections.
Published on Feb 11, 2025 08:35 PM IST
150 students of Gujarat schools suffer from viral infection, 18 hospitalised
According to Chief DHO, 150 students have contracted upper respiratory tract infections with symptoms of cough and fever.
Updated on Feb 10, 2025 09:21 AM IST
PTI | , Surat
Second type of bird flu detected in US dairy cows
Second type of bird flu detected in US dairy cows
Published on Feb 06, 2025 06:01 AM IST
AP |
UTI on the rise among men: Doctor blames lifestyle and stress for this trend
From poor hydration to persistent stress, here are a few factors that can contribute to UTI in men.
Published on Jan 22, 2025 07:55 PM IST
Tapatrisha Das
Letting your dog lick your face can be dangerous: Study reveals potential risk
Is your dog in the habit of licking your face? Study reveals how this may be dangerous for you.
Updated on Jan 14, 2025 03:19 PM IST
HT Lifestyle Desk | Edited by Adrija Dey
Gut health alert: How fibre-rich diets can protect against dangerous bacteria
Research reveals how gut bacteria predict susceptibility to infections like E.coli, urging increased fibre intake for protection.
Updated on Jan 12, 2025 06:54 PM IST
ANI | | Posted by Akanksha Agnihotri, Washington
Assam reports first HMPV case this season as 10-month-old child tests positive
The infant is undergoing treatment at Assam Medical College and Hospital (AMCH) in Dibrugarh and is said to be “stable”, officials said.
Updated on Jan 11, 2025 01:27 PM IST
Glaucoma to ocular infections: Know the early warning signs of eye diseases
From redness to gradual loss of vision to constant irritation, here are the early warning signs of eye diseases that should not be taken lightly.
Updated on Jan 08, 2025 02:56 PM IST
Tapatrisha Das
HMPV vs Covid-19: Understanding the key differences and dangers
As India logs 5 cases of HMPV, here's all you need to know about how human metapneumovirus is different from Covid-19 and warning signs to watch out for.
Updated on Jan 07, 2025 01:13 PM IST
Zarafshan Shiraz, New Delhi