Bars and restaurants become the epicentre of multiple recent super-spreading events

Bars and restaurants become the epicentre of multiple recent super-spreading events

In most cases, Indian restaurants have been delivering food to home. Sitting in a closed indoor space and taking without masks pose a risk of Covid-19 transmission. This is something we all have known. Now this can be problematic when it comes to bars and restaurants because people sitting together do take their masks off, … Read more

Covid-19: Unlock 2.0 to begin in Delhi from tomorrow; Check what’s allowed, what’s not

Covid-19: Unlock 2.0 to begin in Delhi from tomorrow; Check what’s allowed, what’s not

Markets and shopping malls will be allowed to reopen from Monday (June 7 Delhi Covid-19 Unlocking: The Covid-19 figures reported by the Delhi government show a significant drop in cases and deaths after the national capital witnessed the worst outbreak in April and May. In order to curb the spread, the Arvind Kejriwal-led AAP government … Read more

COVID-19 impact: One-third of virus-infected, hospitalised patients show lung effects even after a year

COVID-19 impact: One-third of virus-infected, hospitalised patients show lung effects even after a year

The study investigates history and changes among patients who have been discharged one year ago and sees how they have recovered from severe Covid-19 pneumonia. There is no doubt that Coronavirus infection is indeed a serious problem be it cases of mild, moderate or severe symptoms. With even mild symptoms, lung infection can be clearly … Read more

Covid-19 second wave a concern, says Bihar health minister Mangal Pandey

Covid-19 second wave a concern, says  Bihar health minister Mangal Pandey

The speed at which the Covid-19 outbreak is spreading in Bihar in its second wave is a cause for concern, said state health minister Mangal Pandey. “Last time, the highest number of cases in a single day was 3,800. This time, on Thursday, we crossed 6,100. This sudden jump in the number of cases has … Read more

COVID-19: Is South African Coronavirus strain more worrying for people?

COVID-19: Is South African Coronavirus strain more worrying for people?

The variant raising potential concerns was first reported on December 22, 2020 and has now spread its wings over 40 countries including the US. One year down the line since the COVID-19 outbreak, it is known that there is not just one strain of SARS-CoV-2 but many strains have been identified with multiple mutations. Health … Read more

How COVID-19 changed fitness regime of Indians; Here’s what a survey revealed

How COVID-19 changed fitness regime of Indians; Here’s what a survey revealed

The social isolation enforced during the lockdown has had a major impact on the mental health of India’s fitness enthusiasts. By Amaresh Ojha The novel coronavirus outbreak has had a drastic impact on every aspect of daily life, whether personal or professional. But how has it impacted the health and wellness landscape? Gympik, answers this … Read more

World Food Day 2020: Fight against malnutrition in India needs collaborative effort

World Food Day 2020: Fight against malnutrition in India needs collaborative effort

The UN’s State of Food Security and Nutrition report highlights that last year 21% of children under 5 were stunted, 6.9% were too thin and 5.6% overweight. By Swaran Singh An invisible crisis is building in the wake of COVID-19. According to a UN report titled The State of Food Security and Nutrition 2020, the … Read more

Biggest single-day spike of 143 COVID-19 cases reported in Arunachal Pradesh

Biggest single-day spike of 143 COVID-19 cases reported in Arunachal Pradesh

Arunachal Pradesh has 987 active cases at present, while 2,563 people have recovered from the disease and five died. (Representational image: PTI) Arunachal Pradesh reported its highest single-day spike in COVID-19 cases as 143 people, including 23 security personnel and a health worker, tested positive for the infection on Thursday, an official said. The fresh … Read more

Lockdown in Maharashtra: Mental health issues on rise, over 1,300 seek govt’s help

Lockdown in Maharashtra: Mental health issues on rise, over 1,300 seek govt’s help

Noted psychiatrist Anand Nadkarni said before March this year (prior to the outbreak of COVID-19), he used to get six to seven cases of OCD daily, but now the number has gone up to 32 to 36 every day. (Representational image: IE) Amid the coronavirus-enforced lockdown, more than 1,300 people battling mental stress and depression … Read more

Hit hard by COVID-19 outbreak, West Bengal weavers migrate to other places for jobs

Hit hard by COVID-19 outbreak, West Bengal weavers migrate to other places for jobs

There are an estimated six lakh weavers in the state, as per government data. (Photo source: Representational image: IE) The handlooms in West Bengal’s Nadia district have fallen silent at a time when their activity should have been at the peak owing to the upcoming Durga Puja. A handloom machine, locally called ‘tant’, could be … Read more