Viral infections

Stomach Flu Vs Food Poisoning: Symptoms, Causes - Check Difference

Stomach flu and food poisoning might share some common symptoms but thy are two distinct health process that require separate approach when it comes to treatment. 

Oct 10, 2023, 13:10 PM IST

Keep Your Health Upto Date This Monsoon Following These 5 Tips

Rain brings joy and happiness but with this also come diseases that may hamper your plans for monsoon season. Keep up good health in the rainy season by following some simple tips.

Jul 05, 2023, 12:38 PM IST

Down with viral infections? Try these home remedies

People, these days, have now forgotten the importance of Ayurvedic Nuskha. Here are some ayurvedic remedies for you to try if you have been sneezing or dealing with infections.

Oct 27, 2022, 20:38 PM IST

Ancient origins of viruses discovered

Many of the viruses infecting us today have ancient evolutionary histories that date back to the first vertebrates and perhaps the first animals in existence, a study has found.

Apr 05, 2018, 11:44 AM IST

Antibody that protects against Zika, dengue identified

Since dengue and Zika are related viruses, the researchers reasoned that an antibody that prevents dengue disease may do the same for Zika.

Sep 26, 2017, 19:06 PM IST

Dengue, chikungunya, malaria, flu – Here's your guide to tackle infections head-on!

 Dengue, chikungunya, malaria, the flu – there are all sorts of possibilities. However, the good news is that they are very much preventable.

Sep 26, 2017, 15:44 PM IST

Scientists developing tool to help differentiate between bacterial and viral infections

Researchers identified 11 genetic markers in blood that accurately distinguished between viral and bacterial infections.

Jul 29, 2017, 13:16 PM IST

Study says that existing meds may already treat infectious diseases

According to researchers, currently available drugs for various conditions might be repurposed alone or in combination with other drugs to treat infectious diseases.

Jul 09, 2017, 00:00 AM IST

Monsoon and your health: Keeping allergies, infections, indigestion at bay

Although the rainy season is nothing short of a blessing in disguise, providing the much needed relief from the scorching heat of the summer, monsoon showers can leave you with an infection, an allergy, or problems with digestion.

Jun 16, 2017, 13:09 PM IST

Why won't your cold go away? These five things could be the cause

Here are five things that could be the cause of prolonged cold or the flu.

Jan 31, 2017, 13:54 PM IST

Five simple ways to prevent cold!

Cold is the most common viral infections which we all have suffered frequently. 

Jan 05, 2017, 23:23 PM IST

Viral fever: Try these simple home remedies to treat the seasonal infection!

Viral fever is one of the most common seasonal infections that can affect anyone at any age including infants and children. 

Dec 08, 2016, 21:58 PM IST

Viral fever: Symptoms, treatment and prevention

Treatment of viral fever is symptomatic with the use of antipyretic and analgesic drugs. 

Nov 29, 2016, 18:02 PM IST

Dengue and chikungunya – Here's myth-busting info on mosquito-borne diseases!

Only prevention and control of mosquitoes can ensure long-term protection against dengue and chikungunya.

Oct 18, 2016, 12:52 PM IST

Dengue, chikungunya, malaria in Delhi: Symptoms, tips to beat mosquito-borne diseases!

This season, many states across the country, including Delhi, are grappling with rising cases of mosquito-borne illnesses, mainly dengue, chikungunya, and malaria.

Sep 07, 2016, 12:18 PM IST

Dengue, chikungunya cases on the rise: Five deadliest mosquito-borne illnesses you should know!

Till July 28, 9,990 suspected chikungunya cases have been recorded in the country. Also, over 15,000 cases of dengue have been reported across the country this year.

Sep 05, 2016, 11:17 AM IST

Mistaken for dengue, Zika cases may be underestimated

The methodologies currently available to the public health system and private labs and hospitals may also produce false positives for dengue in patients with Zika because the two viruses are so similar.

Sep 01, 2016, 15:10 PM IST

Complications of dengue fever - Are you aware of these?

If severe, dengue can lead to a potentially life threatening condition known as dengue haemorrhagic fever. 

Sep 01, 2016, 10:37 AM IST

Child care during rainy season: Tips every mother should follow!

Here are a few useful tips that mothers can follow to keep their baby healthy during the monsoon.

Aug 31, 2016, 10:24 AM IST

Avoid getting sick this monsoon with these top health tips!

 Here are some useful tips to ensure you a sickness-free this rainy season.

Aug 25, 2016, 14:02 PM IST