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With similar symptoms and rising cases during seasonal changes, here’s how to differentiate between COVID-19, flu and RSV — and protect the vulnerable.
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According to an official release from the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, Dr Murhekar, referring to an in-depth study carried out by ICMR-NIE in 2023, categorically stated that no correlation was found between COVID-19 vaccinations and sudden deaths.
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The new COVID-19 variant NB.1.8.1, known as Nimbus, is causing concern due to its subtle symptoms and high transmission rate. According to the World Health Organisation, recognising early signs and adopting preventive habits can reduce risk. Here’s what you need to know to keep your home and health protected.
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No death has been reported in the state since Thursday, official added.
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Mortality rate for insurers such as HDFC Life, ICICI Prudential and SBI Life is higher than the Covid-19 peak
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Covid cases: Haryana Health Minister Arti Singh Rao urged health officials and the public to remain vigilant and proactive.
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According to the state health department, Gurugram and Faridabad reported six and five cases, respectively
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Hybrid immunity, through vaccines and exposure to the virus, is likely to protect people but they still need to follow Covid appropriate behaviour, says the health expert
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Pregnancy can weaken your immune defences, making mums-to-be more vulnerable to infections like COVID-19. With emerging virus variants and shifting guidelines, it’s vital to stay informed. Here are 7 safety tips, suggested by and expert, which offer simple and effective ways to keep both mother and baby safe during uncertain times.
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The administration urges the citizens to "stay alert but not alarmed."
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Maharashtra reported 43 new Covid-19 cases on Sunday, with 35 from Mumbai. The state logged 242 cases in May alone. Most infections remain mild, with no signs of increased severity.
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Delhi reported 23 fresh Covid-19 cases, marking the first notable spike in nearly three years.
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COVID-19 self-testing kits have transformed India’s pandemic response. By making testing quick, accessible, and convenient, they eased pressure on hospitals, reduced virus spread, and empowered people to take control of their health.
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JN.1 variant in India: JN.1 may not be more severe, but it spreads fast, and that’s reason enough to stay alert. Across Asia, the priority is clear: stay prepared, stay informed, and use lessons from past outbreaks to keep ahead of the virus.
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Actress Shilpa Shirodkar has tested positive for Covid-19; the Bigg Boss 18 contestant informed her fans about it.
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After countries borrowed money to protect welfare and livelihoods, global government debt has risen by 12 percentage points since 2020, with steeper increases seen in emerging markets.
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Both HMPV and COVID-19 are respiratory illnesses, their differences in severity, systemic impact, and prevention strategies suggest the need for tailored medical approaches. Experts share that early diagnosis and good care are crucial to manage these conditions. Here’s why.
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The government has taken steps to even out the impact of possibly higher gross borrowings through dated securities in FY26 by conducting switches and buybacks
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It is clear that there was a "loot" in the purchase of equipment and medicines during Covid-19, when the BJP was in power, he said.
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The net profit margins of MSMEs in clusters that used the emergency credit line guarantee scheme were higher than those that did not
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The flat-pack furniture giant Ikea has successfully ridden the shocks of Covid and Ukraine
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In an exclusive interview with Moneycontrol.com, Dr. Vinod Balasubramaniam, a molecular virologist, discusses the nature of monkeypox and whether it poses a global pandemic threat like COVID-19.
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Women’ s share in regular wage or salaried jobs much lower at 54 percent, compared with the pre-pandemic period share of 58.3 percent
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The most important flaw is that the authors have taken a subset of households included in the NFHS survey between January and April 2021, compared mortality in these households in 2020 with 2019, and extrapolated the results to the entire country, it said.
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The 36-year-old had worked with Oracle for close to seven years -- five years in Bengaluru and two in Ladakh -- before quitting in May. 'I didn't quit because I was called back to the office,' Ayan Biswas said. 'In fact, my manager and the company's director were super supportive and would have extended the work-from-home arrangement.'
