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How the world recovered from past pandemics

July 4, 2022

As experts across the globe deliberate over the best and worst-case scenarios for recovery from the COVID-19 outbreak, Jisha Krishnan looks at what history has...

Column • COVID-19

Decoding COVID-19 fears in people with diabetes

July 4, 2022

High blood glucose levels can subdue immunity. Hence, good glucose control is important for reducing both, the risk for and severity of COVID-19, writes Dr. M...

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Surges in COVID cases despite vaccinations in UAE

June 18, 2021

On June 11, 2021, the United Arab Emirates saw a 51.27% increase in COVID cases despite being one of the most vaccinated countries globally. The country has...

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COVID-19: Find the testing centre near you

April 20, 2020

India has ramped up its measures to contain the COVID-19 outbreak by continuously expanding the network of testing facilities across the country. Here are the...

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Cancer and COVID-19: Coping with dual challenges

April 10, 2020

Is it safe to continue with cancer treatment during the pandemic? Balancing the benefits of cancer-related care with risks related to COVID-19 calls for...

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What not to do to disinfect yourself from COVID-19?

March 31, 2020

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The Internet is abuzz with how to clean effectively to limit the spread of coronavirus – the ins and outs of disinfecting coronavirus. Few past events...

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Lessons from a suicide in isolation

March 27, 2020

It is natural to worry, but panic is harmful. Dr Debanjan Banerjee sheds light on the significance of mental wellbeing for all and the need for counselling for...

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10 Whatsapp forwards you should not forward

March 20, 2020

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WhatsApp groups are awash with misinformation about COVID-19. Our team of doctors and fact-checkers identified a number of viral rumours and misleading and...

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In Iran, at least 44 people died from alcohol after corona virus cure rumour

March 11, 2020

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A rumour circulating in Iran that alcohol can treat coronavirus has so far led to 44 deaths after being poisoned by bootleg alcohol, the state-run IRNA news...

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Psychological Impact Of COVID-19: Lessons Learnt From China

March 6, 2020

During disease outbreaks, it is natural for public anxiety and fear to run high. Even though the psycho-social impact of viral outbreaks is well-researched...