COVID-19

Type 1 Diabetes Increased Significantly In Children Post Covid-19 Pandemic: Study

The results showed that the incidence rate of Type 1 diabetes was 1.14 times higher in the first year and 1.27 times higher in the second year after the onset of the Covid pandemic. 

Jul 03, 2023, 16:46 PM IST

Eating Disorders, Self-Harm Increased Massively Among Teen Girls During Covid-19 Pandemic: Lancet Study

The study reveals eating disorders were 42 per cent higher than would be expected based on previous trends for females aged 13-16, and 32 per cent higher for those aged 17-19.

Jun 22, 2023, 19:52 PM IST

Millions Hooked To Mobile Games; India To Become $7Bn Market By 2025

Mobile gaming has evolved as much as the mobile device itself.

Jun 17, 2023, 18:53 PM IST

Long Covid Patients Suffer From Persistent Inflammation: Study

Scientists have seen previous links between inflammation and long Covid, but the new study, published in the journal Nature Communications, is the first to trace the persistence of these inflammatory markers over time in the same patients

Jun 13, 2023, 12:29 PM IST

Covid-19 Virus Can Fuse Cells Leading To Brain Fog, Headaches: Study

The study reveals that Covid-19 causes neurons to undergo a cell fusion process, which has not been seen before.

Jun 08, 2023, 19:42 PM IST

Long Covid May Impact Quality Life More Than Some Cancers: Study

The study reveals that many long-term Covid patients were extremely unwell and had fatigue scores that were worse or comparable to persons with cancer-related anaemia. 

Jun 08, 2023, 17:06 PM IST

Covid-19 Spread In Over 70 Percent US Household Started With A Kid, Says Study

The study reveals of all household transmissions, 70.4 percent began with a child, with the proportion fluctuating weekly between 36.9 percent and 87.5 percent.

Jun 05, 2023, 20:40 PM IST

Signs Of Brain Inflammation In Survivors Of Covid-19 With Depression, Study Reveals All

A recent study reveals that Covid survivors with depression seem to show signs of brain inflammation, such as changes in mood, energy levels, and concentration. Let's find out more here.

Jun 04, 2023, 12:33 PM IST

NCERT Drops Chapters On Periodic Table, Democracy From Class 10 Textbooks

As per the NCERT, the decision has been taken to reduce the content load on students in view of the COVID-19 pandemic

Jun 01, 2023, 23:19 PM IST

China Witnesses Surge In Covid-19 Cases; Unlikely To Impose Lockdown

The Chinese health authorities have reported a rise in Covid cases since April, especially from newer subvariants spreading worldwide.

May 28, 2023, 21:22 PM IST

'Disease X' Can Cause A Deadlier Pandemic After Covid-19: WHO Issues Warning

WHO chief Dr Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, while speaking at the annual health assembly in Geneva, warned that the world needs to be prepared for a future virus. 

May 27, 2023, 18:28 PM IST

Students' Poor Eating Habits Can Cause Lifetime Of Illness: Study

A typical student diet of high-sugar or high-calorie foods can become a long-term issue as these habits can lead to obesity. The researcher says there is evidence to show that stress and anxiety can cause overeating, but overeating can also lead to stress and depression.  

May 27, 2023, 11:34 AM IST

12 Key Symptoms Of Long Covid Identified By Study - Check Complete List

The results also suggest that re-infections, infection with a pre-Omicron SARS-CoV-2 variant, and absence of vaccination are associated with a higher frequency and severity of long Covid, but the authors emphasise that ongoing research is necessary.

May 26, 2023, 12:39 PM IST

Are Heart Attacks Among Young On Rise And Is Covid-19 To Blame? Doctor Says THIS

As an increasing number of cases of professionals in their late 30s and 40s developing heart-related problems - which in many cases turn fatal - gets reported, an expert decodes whether it's a new 'epidemic', whether Covid-19 is to blame, and more. 

May 24, 2023, 16:06 PM IST

Doctor On Call: The Impact Of Telemedicine And Chronic Disease Management On Patient Care

With Covid-19 infection, many chronic diseases other than viral symptoms were managed via tele-calling with doctors ad healthcare professionals. Telemedicine is continuously being used to improve patient care, here exploring the potential benefits and challenges of this approach.

May 19, 2023, 13:03 PM IST

Are You Lazy? 5 Signs You May Be Chronically Tired, Check How To Fix It

Laziness is common trait we all possess some more than not but what people may not be aware of is that they have a chronic fatigue syndrome since they are not familiar with the symptoms and indicators.

May 16, 2023, 16:13 PM IST

Feeling Tired Constantly? Uncover The Link Between Covid Infection And Fatigue

Fatigue seems like a normal part of the body’s response to fighting a viral infection such as COVID-19. This new research shares the reason behind our constant fatigue and tiredness.

 

May 15, 2023, 14:19 PM IST

Low Vitamin D Levels Increase Long Covid Risk: Study

Long Covid is a condition in which the effects of Covid-19 last for more than 12 weeks after contracting the initial infection. Studies have shown that it affects 50-70 per cent of patients previously hospitalised for Covid-19, yet very little is known about the condition.
 

May 13, 2023, 14:32 PM IST

AI Can Create Better, Simpler Hepatitis, COVID-19 Tests, Says Report

Using Artificial Intelligence (AI) researchers have developed a simple test that works for both hepatitis C and Covid-19, and delivers results in just a few minutes. Let's find out more about this report.

 

May 09, 2023, 19:23 PM IST