World Pneumonia Day: Maintain your respiratory health this winter with these tips
As the winter seaosn gets underway, you may become prone to respiratory diseases like pneumonia. Here's how you maintain your respiratory health this winter season.
Nov 12, 2022, 13:19 PM IST
World Pneumonia Day: Know THESE 10 facts about the respiratory disease
Pneumonia is a life threatening condition which affects the lungs of the human being. The lung infection occurs due to the presence of acteria, viruses, and fungi in the air we breathe.
Nov 12, 2022, 12:19 PM IST
World Asthma Day 2021: History, Theme and Significance
World Asthma Day is celebrated every year on the first Tuesday of May.
May 04, 2021, 12:29 PM IST
This vaccine may prevent childhood respiratory disease
Researchers in Australia have found that the vaccine that protects against cancer-causing types of human papillomavirus (HPV) also prevents an uncommon but incurable childhood respiratory disease.
Nov 10, 2017, 17:31 PM IST
Children with asthma at greater risk of developing heart failure
New research shows that individuals with a history of asthma from childhood are at a greater risk of developing shortness of breath, chest pain, fainting and eventually heart failure in adulthood.
Jun 27, 2017, 17:03 PM IST
Pregnant or breastfeeding? Exposure to plastic chemical raises your child's risk for asthma
The chemical, called phthalates, can enter our bodies through the skin, foodstuffs or respiration.
May 05, 2017, 14:20 PM IST
Asthma and sulfites – What asthmatics should avoid to prevent an attack
Foods containing high sulphites include – pickled foods, dried fruits, some fruit juices – particularly bottled lemon juice and grape juices, canned seafood soups, wine, molasses, etc.
May 05, 2017, 09:25 AM IST
World Asthma Day 2017: High air pollution levels in India caused 43% rise in sales of anti-asthma drugs in 4 years
World Asthma Day is held on the first Tuesday of May each year to raise awareness, care and support for those affected by the lung condition.
May 02, 2017, 09:45 AM IST
Smoking: Five ways it affects your health!
We all know that smoking is not good for health, but still most people are addicted to it and find it hard to quit.
Dec 26, 2016, 13:45 PM IST
New drug to suppress asthma, allergies being developed
Nobel Prize-winning scientist and professor of Microbiology Barry Marshall from the University of Western Australia is developing a drug to counter asthma and allergies to foods such as peanuts and shellfish.
Nov 25, 2016, 09:55 AM IST
Delhi air pollution: Five ways particulate matter affects your health!
Particulate matter, also called PM or soot, in air pollution can cause a number of health problems.
Nov 09, 2016, 09:48 AM IST
Air pollution and your health: Five reasons why you need an air purifier!
In the wake of excessive pollution, health experts have asked people to leave the national capital if they want to be healthy.
Nov 04, 2016, 11:09 AM IST
Air pollution spikes in Delhi: Top 10 health tips to stay fit!
As the levels of air pollution in the national capital went up to alarmingly high levels amid Diwali celebrations, those with pre-existing respiratory issues have been advised to stay away from the city.
Nov 01, 2016, 11:47 AM IST
Respiratory diseases rise as air quality worsens in Delhi
The number of patients with respiratory diseases seems to be increasing as the quality of the air worsens in the national capital.
Oct 28, 2016, 23:37 PM IST
Five lesser-known herbs that heal respiratory infections and boost lung health
Luckily Mother Nature has some magical ways that can undo the damage done to our lungs and restore them to a healthier state.
Oct 25, 2016, 04:00 AM IST
Passive smoking more toxic for children
The high level of toxicity in the smoke that comes from the end of a burning cigarette -- side stream smoke -- is a major component in passive smoking that damages the children's blood vessels, the study said.
Sep 13, 2016, 12:45 PM IST
Care about air: Pollution exposure may boost death risk from heart disease
You may want to start caring about the air you breathe, as a new study has linked air pollution to increased deaths from heart disease.
Sep 16, 2015, 19:36 PM IST
