Can coronavirus infection spread by flushing the toilet? Find out the truth here
A study published in the journal 'Physics of Fluids' said that blocking the path of faecal-oral transmission, which commonly occurs during toilet usage, is key to suppressing the spread of the novel coronavirus.
May 06, 2021, 00:24 AM IST
COVID-19: How the virus can affect your lungs
COVID-19 is a respiratory disease and can severely affect your lungs. The new variants of Sars-Cov-2, the double and triple mutants are observed to be more damaging and infectious for your lungs health.
Apr 28, 2021, 10:52 AM IST
Covaxin vs Covishield: Everything you need to know about the two vaccines
India is entering its third phase of vaccination program on May 1, under which everyone who is above the age of 18 is eligible to receive COVID-19 vaccine jab. However, to get the vaccine you will have to pre-register yourself on the CoWIN website. The registration begins on April 28.
Apr 26, 2021, 13:12 PM IST
Self-care guide for people living by themselves in the times of COVID-19
There is a possibility of you catching COVID-19 while you are away from your family, living in a different city.
Apr 19, 2021, 16:34 PM IST
‘Thinking Remdesvir as a miracle cure for COVID is wrong,’ says medical expert
Remdesvir, the antiviral drug that is in high demand among COVID-19 patients and whose severe shortage India is facing, is not a sure shot antidote to the disease.
Apr 19, 2021, 11:39 AM IST
Which mask to wear for maximum protection against COVID? Here’s the answer
The mask should be worn properly - that is, covering both the nose and mouth of a person for protection against the virus.
Apr 18, 2021, 14:17 PM IST
COVID-19 new strain affecting hearing ability, causing sore eyes
With the new strain of COVID-19 infection, people are reporting new symptoms of the disease.
Apr 15, 2021, 12:20 PM IST
Touching the surface will not get you COVID, says CDC guidelines
According to CDCs latest guidelines, the chances of you catching coronavirus infection from a contaminated surface is less than one in 10,000 instances.
Apr 14, 2021, 18:24 PM IST
Conjunctivitis, upset stomach: Know about the new symptoms of COVID-19
While we all know the most common symptoms for COVID are dry cough, fever, loss of taste, and smell there are new symptoms that patients are now witnessing with new variants of the virus coming up.
Apr 11, 2021, 14:55 PM IST
You may have got COVID-19, check if you had these symptoms in past
The researchers have introduced a new list of symptoms to the list. The usual symptoms of COVID-19 include fever, body ache, loss of smell and taste, chills, breathlessness. Several studies are suggesting that pink eyes, gastronomical conditions, and hearing impairment should not be taken lightly.
Apr 09, 2021, 11:24 AM IST
Air pollution linked with worse outcomes in COVID-19
Air pollution contributed to 15 percent of Covid-19 mortality worldwide. Exposure to ambient air pollution -- harmful pollutants, such as small particles and toxic gases, emitted by industries, households, cars and trucks -- was found to worsen viral respiratory infections.
Apr 08, 2021, 12:36 PM IST
No significant mutation in SARS-CoV-2 in India; ICMR exploring saliva-based COVID-19 test: Union Heath Minister Harsh Vardhan
He added that the ICMR has been conducting large-scale sequencing of nationally representative strains of SARS-CoV-2 virus.
Sep 20, 2020, 18:45 PM IST
Centre allows commercial launch of 'Feluda', first CRISPR COVID-19 test
The Tata CRISPR test achieves accuracy levels of traditional RT-PCR tests with quicker turnaround time, less expensive equipment and better ease of use.
Sep 19, 2020, 23:39 PM IST
COVID-19 cannot be transmitted from mosquitoes to humans: Study
The research, published in the journal Scientific Reports, provided the first experimental evidence on the capacity of SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19 disease, to infect and be transmitted by mosquitoes.
Jul 19, 2020, 19:41 PM IST
Distribution drive of masks and meals by 6 kids
6 youngsters launched an initiative C3 - Corona Control Corner which is being led by MCD South Zone. They urged designers to step in and make use of leftover material which is there in their boutiques to make face masks. To their surprise, not only Indians, in fact, US citizens too aid them now.
May 01, 2020, 13:44 PM IST
