Category: Health
Should you get booster vaccine, wear masks? – Firstpost
Covid-19 cases have increased across the country, and so have people’s concerns. Do we need booster shots? Is it time to bring back masks? As of Monday, May 26, India has 1,010 active Covid cases. Kerala tops the list with 430 active cases, according to data shared by the Union government. Maharashtra is next with 210 […]
Two new Covid-19 cases reported in Gurugram; toll at six – Firstpost
Two new coronavirus cases were reported in Gurugram city on Monday. read more Two new coronavirus cases were reported in Gurugram city on Monday. A 51-year-old woman from Sushant Lok phase 1 and a 30-year-old woman residing at South City were confirmed positive for the virus, a health department official said. The Sushant Lok resident was […]
Kerala leads India’s Covid-19 surge with 430 active cases – Firstpost
Kerala has reported the highest number of active Covid-19 cases in India, with 430 people currently infected. read more Kerala has reported the highest number of active Covid-19 cases in the country, with 430 people currently infected, the central government data showed on Monday. According to the data provided by the Union Ministry of Health and […]
How warming planet could trigger spread of fungi that could ‘eat you from inside out’ – Firstpost
Scientists from Manchester University have projected that Aspergillus, a common group of fungi present globally, could spread to new regions as the world heats up. These moulds can cause aspergillosis, a lung disease that could spread to other organs, including the brain read more A deadly fungus that causes millions of deaths annually will spread globally […]
What are NB.1.8.1 and LF.7, the 2 new Covid-19 variants detected in India? – Firstpost
Covid-19 cases are once again rising across Southeast Asia. India, too, is seeing a slow rise in infections . As a result, Karnataka, Delhi and West Bengal have issued health advisories. Even so, health officials have asked people not to panic. ALSO READ | Why is there a Covid-19 scare in India? What are experts saying? […]
Why genetics and lifestyle matter in prostate cancer risk – Firstpost
Prostate cancer is the fourth most common cancer among men in India. Often symptomless in its early stages, it is highly treatable when detected promptly. Firstpost shares expert insights on symptoms, diagnosis, risk factors, and the crucial role of early screening. read more Prostate cancer, one of the most common cancers affecting men, has been steadily […]
Can a physiotherapist help you with your headaches? Here’s what science says – Firstpost
You might’ve noticed some physiotherapists advertise they offer treatments for headaches and wondered: would that work? In fact, there’s a solid body of research showing that physiotherapy treatments can be really helpful for certain types of headache. Sometimes, however, medical management is also necessary and it’s worth seeing a doctor. Here’s what you need to know. […]
Why it’s so easy to fall for fake information about fitness, well-being – Firstpost
Alongside actively looking up health information online, people frequently encounter it on social media or receive it through emails and messages from friends or family. While there is an overwhelming amount of health content available, much of it is misleading or inaccurate. Often, false health claims seem believable because they blend a small truth with misleading […]
Another patient dead in Thane; death toll rises to 4 in Maharashtra – Firstpost
So far, four patients have died in Maharashtra after testing positive for Covid this week read more Another Covid-19 patient breathed his last in India’s Maharashtra state on Sunday (May 25), taking the total death toll to four amid sudden spike in infections. The Thane Municipal Corporation (TMC) said that the 21-year-old patient was undergoing treatment […]
Fatigue, hair loss, weight gain or anxiety? It could be your thyroid – Firstpost
The thyroid, a small, butterfly-shaped gland at the front of the neck, is a powerhouse organ responsible for orchestrating critical bodily functions, from metabolism and energy levels to mood and the health of vital organs like the heart and kidneys. Despite its pivotal role, thyroid disorders are alarmingly common, affecting over 45 million Indians, according to […]