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27 May

“Even Their Baap Can’t Arrest Me”: Ramdev

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Roasted for his disparaging remarks against allopathy and modern medicine, yoga guru Ramdev on Thursday was seen in another controversial video on social media, challenging calls for his arrest, saying "even their baap cannot arrest Swami Ramdev". They are just making a noise. They keep creating trends like Thug Ramdev, Mahathug Ramdev, Giraftar Ramdev and so on," he said responding to #Arrest Ramdev trends on social media. "Arrest to khair unka baap bhi nahin kar sakta Ramdev ko he was heard saying in the video. he faced widespread criticism for saying in a video that surfaced over the weekend that more people…

27 May

Amway organizes virtual sessions encouraging healthier life

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Amway India, one of the country’s leading FMCG Direct Selling Companies, kick started the awareness campaign to encourage ‘Health and Hygiene’ practices. Consistently promoting healthy living with a clear focus on supporting immunity through nutrition, Amway took this initiative. The campaign, launched on Amway’s 23rd anniversary in India, aims at spreading awareness on how the right nutrition can help in building a healthy lifestyle. The campaign is being supported through a series of virtual sessions with panels of doctors and nutrition experts. Under the campaign, the doctors and nutrition experts are joining in to provide pertinent information relevant to the…

27 May

Researchers in UK find persistent damage to lungs in COVID-19 patients three months after being discharged from hospital

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Researchers in the UK have identified persistent damage to lungs in COVID-19 patients at least three months after they were discharged from hospital, and in some cases the duration is even longer. The study, conducted by Sheffield and Oxford researchers using a cutting-edge method of imaging, said the damage was not detected by routine CT scans and clinical tests, and the patients would consequently normally be told their lungs are normal. Early research by the team has shown that patients who have not been hospitalised with COVID-19 but who are experiencing long-term breathlessness may have similar damage in their lungs,…

27 May

Countries reliant on tourism to reopen borders and revive economies decimated by the pandemic

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The rollout of vaccines against COVID-19 is giving government officials in many countries new confidence to welcome visitors. The World Travel & Tourism Council estimates that the sector lost nearly $4.5 trillion and 62 million jobs last year. Airlines alone lost $126 billion last year and are on track to lose another $48 billion this year, according to their largest trade group. “Summer is a strong season for most markets, particularly Europe and the U.K. We really hope to see restrictions ease,” said Virginia Messina, interim leader of the World Travel & Tourism Council. The patchwork of rules around the…

26 May

‘Very Severe Cyclonic Storm’ Yaas makes landfall: Follow the given precautions

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Some coastal areas of Odisha and West Bengal have been flooded, other areas experienced heavy rainfall. In the wake of this, it is important to take some precautions even while staying indoors, to avoid any mishap. Here is what National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) advises: *Switch off electrical mains, gas supply *Keep doors and windows shut *Keep your mobile phones charged to ensure connectivity, use SMS *Prepare an emergency kit with essential items for safety and survival. *Keep your documents and valuables in waterproof containers. *Listen to radio or transistor to keep yourself updated. *Rely on official warning. *Drink boiled…

26 May

Covid related complications? Read this before depending on Oxygen support

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Dr Sanjay Shah, consultant, general physician, Fortis Hospital Mulund explains that oxygenation should be preferred when blood oxygen levels (SpO2) readings drop below 94 per cent. “Ideal oxygen levels should be between 95-99 per cent. While no oxygen therapy can instantly boost oxygen levels or restore them to normal, Covid patients should aim to achieve a saturation of up to 92 per cent. Achieving 100 per cent saturation shouldn’t be done when the body is sick. This may exhaust your resources quicker — whether it is a concentrator or cylinder that you use,” he says. What is an oxygen concentrator?…

25 May

Here’s what Pregnant couples should keep in mind before taking the Covid-19 vaccine

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According to Dr Gayatri Deshpande, senior consultant, gynaecology and obstetrics at Nanavati Max Super Speciality Hospital, in India, there are millions of lactating mothers, expecting women, and women attempting pregnancy. “The vaccine doesn’t only negate the risk of infection, but also substantially reduces its severity. Thus, the advantages of vaccination outweigh risks by a huge margin.” “Over 5,000 pregnant and lactating women presented a robust immune response post-vaccination in a recent study done in the United States,” she said, adding: “The protective antibodies were isolated in the umbilical cord at the time of delivery and in the breast milk, which…

25 May

Fitness series: Comprehensive guide to bounce back from Covid-19

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Starting a fitness program is one of the best things to do for staying fit. Physical activity can reduce the risk of chronic disease, improve balance and coordination, help lose weight — and even improve sleep habits and self-esteem.. 1. To assess fitness level Assessing and recording baseline fitness scores can give you benchmarks against which to measure your progress. To enhance aerobic and muscular fitness, flexibility, and body composition, consider recording: Record pulse rate before and immediately after walking 1 mile (1.6 kilometers)Time taken to walk 1 mile, or how long it takes to run 1.5 miles (2.41 kilometers)Record…

25 May

Here’s everything you need to keep in mind for before and after your Covid-19 vaccination

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Dr Kanchan Sanyal, advisor health and wellness, Columbia Pacific Communities, explains all do’s and don’ts for before and after your Covid-19 vaccination. Schedule your appointment and stick to it Your state may have certain requirements for registering and scheduling your dose. Find out what is applicable to your state and fix the appointment. Missing your appointment could result in a wasted dose of the vaccine. Once the vaccine vial is opened, it must be used on the same day or it’s wasted. So be a responsible citizen. Accept whichever vaccine is available Avoid “vaccine shopping” and take whichever vaccine you…

25 May

Cyclone Yaas reaches AP, Odisha and West Bengal with wind speed of 100 to 110 kms/ hr

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India Meteorological Department (IMD) informed on Tuesday, that Cyclone Yaas, formed over the east-central Bay of Bengal, has intensified into a ‘Severe Cyclone’ category (wind speed – 100 to 110 kms/ hr). Yaas intensified late on Monday night and is set to strengthen into ‘Very Severe Cyclone‘ by Tuesday afternoon as it traverses north-westwards and advances towards the north Odisha – West Bengal coast by Wednesday morning. According to the latest available cyclone position at 5 am on Tuesday, Yaas moved at a speed of 9 kms / hr overnight and lay 360 kms south-south-east of Paradip, 460 kms south-southeast of…