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Sep, 2022
After the WHO chief's statement that the end of Covid-19 is in sight, doctors in India concede, but say precautions need to continue. Over 2 years after declaring Covid-19 an international emergency and a pandemic, the World Health Organization…
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Jun, 2022
With the upward spiral of Covid-19 cases, Mumbaikars need to be cautious and take precautions. The majority of people have stopped wearing masks. To keep the fourth wave at bay, people should adhere to Covid protocols and continue to wear masks for some more time, say experts. Maharashtra had recorded 169 new cases on May 1, while on May 31 the daily rise in cases in the state was 711. Meanwhile, Mumbai on June…
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Jun, 2022
A new strain of COVID-19 (BA.2.12.2) and a dip in the temperature with the arrival of the monsoon will lead to a surge in the novel Coronavirus infections. A set of experts mid-day had spoken to earlier this year were…
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May, 2022
Experts note that the symptoms of Covid-19 in fully vaccinated people may progress a bit differently than in unvaccinated people. All you want to know. As Covid-19 cases once again see an uptick in the country, the efforts to contain its spread and reduce the risk of hospitalizations and deaths through booster drive are at full steam. Getting fully vaccinated against Covid-19 is known to significantly reduce the risk of a severe…
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Mar, 2022
Covid side-effects in women: While women are more likely to face sleep troubles, anxiety, menstrual irregularities, fungal infections and hair loss, men usually experience breathlessness post Covid. Covid side-effects in women: If you and your partner have recently recovered…
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Feb, 2022
Doctors say it's not that the antibodies do not work, but there is a possibility that they "may not be sufficient antibody response to the infection", due to which the person may not develop adequate immunity and his body is prone to infection again. Of late, many cases of individuals being re-infected with Covid-19 have been reported, prompting health authorities to once again stress the need to continue taking precautionary measures. As…
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20
Jan, 2022
Lately, a large number of people who were treated for Covid-19 or viral infection are experiencing fatigue syndrome that slows down recovery, said, health experts. Viruses that have been dormant can cause inflammation of the nerves leading to symptoms…
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Jan, 2022
While Covid-related restrictions can play havoc with one's physical and mental health, one can make appropriate lifestyle changes to sail through these unprecedented times. Amid the raging pandemic and fear of getting infected by Omicron, a highly-infectious strain of Coronavirus, following Covid-19 appropriate behavior like maintaining social distancing, masking up, good hand hygiene, and not getting out of the house unless it's urgent is the need of the hour. While Covid-related restrictions can play havoc…
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17
Oct, 2021
About 5% of Covid-19 patients suffer from the severe form of infection requiring a longer hospital stay, oxygen support and ICU admissions The World Health Organization (WHO) last week defined ‘post-Covid’ or what is commonly known as ‘long-Covid’, a…
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Sep, 2021
Covid-19, as we all know, shows side effects even after you’ve had the infection. It can trigger painful fibromyalgia, a rheumatic condition characterized by joint stiffness and pain, fatigue, irregular sleep patterns, and muscle aches. Read on to know more. Those who have battled Covid-19 are aware of the various complications that can arise in the post-Covid stage. From fatigue, shortness of breath, headaches, sleep troubles to low energy levels,…
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