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Sep, 2020
Coronaviruses (CoV) belong to a large family of viruses that may lead to respiratory illnesses, ranging from the common cold to more severe diseases such as Middle East Respiratory Syndrome (MERS-CoV) and Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS-CoV). This year,…
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Sep, 2020
Dr Jeenam Shah, Consultant Interventional Pulmonologist, Wockhardt Hospital Mumbai Lungs are one of the most important organs in the body, providing oxygen for all bodily functions and keeping you healthy. Our lungs thrive on movement and physical activity. But amid lockdown, our movements have been limited. Here are a few vital tips to boost lung health during the pandemic. India is reeling under coronavirus. Covid-19 causes respiratory disease and in…
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Aug, 2020
COVID-19 is the virus that causes respiratory disease and in serious cases, it can lead to pneumonia. If one exhibits symptoms such as respiratory symptoms, fever, cough, shortness of breath, and breathing difficulties then he/she may suffer from Coronavirus.…
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Aug, 2020
It is no brainer that wearing a mask can be a task for you as it can be harsh on your skin. One cannot avoid wearing it as it is one of the potential measures to slow the spread of Coronavirus. Wearing masks for a longer period of time can invite skin irritation, bruises, or even breakouts. Here are a few essential tricks to take care of your skin while wearing…
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Aug, 2020
Are you a new parent? Worried about how to take care of your little one during the pandemic? Yes, new parents may face difficulties in terms of keeping their newborns hale and hearty. To slow the spread of this…
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Aug, 2020
bananas: Balking at Banana flowers: Indians are rediscovering old ways of cooking food during Covid-19 lockdown - The Economic Times 100Cleaning banana flowers takes time. You must first oil your hands to prevent staining. Then the dark red outer bracts are peeled off to reveal rows of delicate blooms. These must be individually picked and the inedible parts, a stiff sheath and long stamen, painstakingly picked out from each one.…
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Jul, 2020
Keep your mask on until you have finished your trip, errand or work shift. You can remove it outside, once you are away from others, or in your car on your way home. Don’t forget to bring your mask…
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Jul, 2020
Key Tips: · Teach your children the importance of social distancing, hand hygiene and washing their toys often. · Keep them engaged with indoor activities to stimulate their brains. · Good mental and physical health should be your top priority for the children. Management of sore throat or flu symptoms in COVID-19 § Do your best to stay calm. § The doctor will take a detailed history and make an assessment of the severity of…
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Jul, 2020
Dr Clive Fernandes, Group Clinical Director, Wockhardt Group Hospitals, Consultant, Joint Commission International Expert at ISQua, RPI Certified Yellow Belt shares insights on how hospitals can successfully deal with challenges that they encounter during the COVID 19 crisis Today, COVID 19…
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Jun, 2020
With the current outbreak of COVID-19, frequently cleaning and disinfecting your home is essential for keeping yourself and your family safe and healthy. While person-to-person transmission of COVID-19 poses a much greater risk than transmission via surfaces, it is recommended that cleaning and disinfecting high-touch surfaces at least once a day, even if you’re not leaving the house. That’s because anytime items or people come in and out of your home, there’s…
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