Tag: Infection
Our Life Post Vaccination: All that you should know
The fight against Covid took a new turn as, finally, vaccines against the disease were introduced. The immense effort, to vaccinate the huge population as fast as possible, has begun …
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Ventilation Tips to keep Covid-19 Away
As we begin to ease social distancing it is essential to minimise the indoor spread of Covid-19, especially when you have guests coming home. People have begun to step out, …
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6 Home Remedies to Tackle Fungal Nail Infection
Fungal nail infections if not treated well it can impact your day-to-day functioning to a great extent Fungi is present in and on the body alongside various bacteria. The fungal …
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Is it Coronavirus or the Flu?
Don’t let similar symptoms confuse you The fear of Coronavirus (COVID-19) has begun to cause confusion and chaos all over. COVID-19 mimics flu-like illness. There are various viruses floating around …
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Prepare for a Potential Outbreak : Coronavirus COVID-19
The advice comes from international health organizations and long-term care facilities. As the world battles an outbreak of the respiratory illness caused by the new coronavirus, coupled with new research …
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Diabetes in the time of COVID-19 Pandemic
Managing Diabetes Mellitus well will likely reduce the chances of developing serious complications once a diabetic patient catches the virus, writes Dr Noor Gill Diabetes mellitus, just plain ‘diabetes’ or …
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4 Unusual Things about Covid-19
As scientists and researchers try to make a vaccine that kills the coronavirus, they have also found out new information that will help them make a better vaccine, writes Dr …
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Takeaways from Health Live @ Seniors Today with Dr Piya Ballani Thakkar
Do people with diabetes have a higher risk of developing Covid-19? Can diet reverse diabetes? What are the signs of prediabetes? What foods are diabetic safe? Is stevia safe? These …
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Know Your Risk during Covid-19
The Texas Medical Association recently released a chart of activities that poses lower to higher risk of getting infected by Covid-19. While some activities are riskier than a few others, …
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Oxford-AstraZeneca Covid-19 vaccine shows promising early results
The preliminary trial results of the vaccine are very encouraging, it is safe and can train the immune system but it requires more work. Taking the lead in the race …
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7 Face Mask Myths Busted
Masks that were once reserved for hospitals has become a common sight on sidewalks. Thus, it is essential to be aware of when, where and how to use them correctly. …
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Webinar with Dr Aditya Agrawal
Takeaways from the webinar with leading Pulmonologist Dr Aditya Agrawal on Covid-19 scare Seniors Today hosted a webinar on Thursday, June 4, 2020 with leading Consultant Pulmonologist Dr Aditya Agrawal …
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10 Reasons Why You must not Panic about Covid-19
As Covid-19 cases is nearing to 70,000, panic may sneak in. The pandemic is certainly not good news but being optimistic and taking precautions will definitely help. The 1918 flu …
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Can wearing a mask for long hours affect your health?
Yes, it can cause hypoxia, writes Dr Noor Gill, but gives reasons why such adverse effects are not usually seen. A few days back, my attention was drawn to the …
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How to Navigate Relationship Distancing?
Is too much ‘together time’ upsetting you? We have all learnt the art of social distancing. Perhaps as time goes on, and we continue day after day to share space, …
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Managing Diabetes Mellitus well will likely reduce the chances of developing serious complications once a diabetic patient catches the virus, writes Dr Noor Gill Diabetes mellitus, just plain ‘diabetes’ or …
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Laughter can Connect and Heal
People from all over the world are taking centre stage on social media and video sharing platforms – providing an antidote to Covid-19 anxiety. No matter what country we’re from, …
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Given Covid-19, what you should do if are feeling unwell
When inside a living body, viruses replicate and can take over the immune system, writes Dr. Noor Gill Amidst all the humdrum of a virus spreading like wild fire and …
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A Quick Glance at the Covid-19 Stories on SeniorsToday.in
Catch up with information on our site about the Coronavirus Seniors need to be extra careful of the Novel Coronavirus A new coronavirus that causes pneumonia-like symptoms and is life …
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How Safe is Growing a Beard in the Lock-down?
Being locked down may get you to put on your lazy pyjamas and not shave. Beware that your hairy face can be a host to germs. However, maintaining proper beard …
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Are You Wearing the Mask Correctly?
If you are wearing a mask it is important that you wear it correctly. Even a cloth mask can help lower the chances of contracting Covid-19 if worn correctly. Wearing …
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Co-isolate & Stay Married: Keep Your Relationship Healthy through the Covid-19 Pandemic
When you are both stuck together locked down, spending every waking moment together would require getting used to The pandemic crisis has got us all to a standstill and being …
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Face mask to protect vulnerable people against coronavirus in shared public spaces
Wearing a face mask while in public transport, shops and crowded places could help protect vulnerable people from Covid-19 Researchers have found that masks have a consistent but small protective …
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10 Simple Ways to Prevent Overeating in the Lockdown
While being in isolation prevents Covid-19, being locked down at home can lead to overeating due to stress and boredom. In times of stress, turning to food for comfort is …
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Is it Safe to have Sex in the times of Coronavirus?
Does social distancing also mean sexual distancing? We’ve got you a special medical opinion from Dr. Noor Gill, a doctor who is on front-line, handling case and allaying fears. By …
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If you aren’t vigilant, Coronavirus can sneak into your home
In times of lock-down, at some point people will step out to get the essentials and there are chances Covid-19 can sneak in your homes. Hence it is essential to …
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How Super Spreaders make Covid-19 a viral infection gone rogue?
A Super Spreader is any individual who is more likely to infect others than a typically “non-super spreader” infected person and it is impossible to know who it is and …
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