Science & Health

Your eyes might tell if you have Coronavirus: Two new indicators seen in Covid-19 patients

Medical practitioners do rely on the change in colour of a patient's eyes as indicators to identify a major health issue. While WHO (World Health Organisation) has not mentioned in its symptomatic guidelines that red eyes could be a warning sign of Covid-19 positive case, researches and noted observations by medical staffers on coronavirus patients indicate otherwise.

Mar 27, 2020

'Coronavirus lingers on human excreta much longer than in respiratory samples': Amitabh Bachchan spreads fake news again

Amitabh Bachchan has been sharing information on social media to raise awareness of the public during the global crisis of Coronavirus. Despite the good intentions, he has now been a middleman in spreading fake news twice.

Mar 27, 2020

Coronavirus impact: How did Modi govt arrive at 21-day lockdown period and not 14

There is scientific evidence and epidemiological significance to reason out why the Modi government imposed a national lockdown period of 21-days and not lesser than 21.

Mar 26, 2020

Two new cases in Telangana; 3-yr-old child tests positive for coronavirus

The total number of patients admitted into hospitals on Wednesday was 50 and cumulative number is 813,including a woman and a three year old child from Saudi, according to Telangana Health Department.

Mar 26, 2020

Risk of heart disease due to irregular sleeping habits: Study

Scientists have stressed the importance of healthy sleep habits, recommending at least seven hours each night, and have linked lack of sleep to an increased risk in numerous health conditions, including diabetes, stroke and cardiovascular disease.

Mar 26, 2020

Despite government approval, private hospitals await green nod from ICMR to treat coronavirus cases

As yet, private hospitals were allowed by the government to collect throat swab samples, conduct necessary lab tests on suspects and advise home quarantine for those awaiting results. However, private healthcare centres continue to wait for final ICMR approval to treat Covid-19 confirmed cases, which is set to begin on March 26.

Mar 25, 2020

Coronavirus outbreak: South Korea reports 76 new cases, total 9,037

South Korea reported 76 new coronavirus cases on Tuesday, maintaining a downward trend in new infections which raised hopes that Asia's largest outbreak outside China may be slowing.

Mar 24, 2020

This NASA satellite image on Janata Curfew circulating in WhatsApp is absolutely fake!

After the Janata curfew and the event of applauding the doctors and other health care staff across India, it seems like the social media is yet again prepared to load itself with fake and erroneous messages that states absurd reports from NASA.

Mar 23, 2020

World Meteorological Day: Facts, theme and significance of this day

The World Meteorological Organisation brings together all the nations for the annual celebration of the World Meteorological Day to reiterate the necessity of balancing earth's climate and conserving the natural resources.

Mar 23, 2020

COVID-19: Kerala police's video on coronavirus awareness is a must watch

Have you watched the latest Coronavirus awareness video by Kerala Police? It's a must watch for people across the nation.

Mar 21, 2020

Scientists unveil new details about ancient human ancestor 'Little Foot' 

Ancient human ancestors Little Foot spent most of the time in trees to protect themselves from predators

Mar 21, 2020

WHO launches 'health alert' on WhatsApp to debunk Covid-19 myths

The World Health Organisation (WHO) on Saturday, launched a Health Alert on WhatsApp where over 1.5 billion users can ask questions and they will be provided with reliable information about new coronavirus 24/7.

Mar 21, 2020

Google doodle recognises Ignaz Semmelweis and handwashing in the light of COVID-19

With the coronavirus pandemic being scathingly dangerous and wide-spreading, hand washing and social distancing are regarded as the best preventive measures of the viral infection.

Mar 20, 2020

International Day of Happiness 2020: 5 ways to stay happy during home quarantine

The United nations have come up with the campaign of the International Day of Happiness to mark a global celebration on happiness and its need in the present scenario.

Mar 20, 2020

These astronauts from NASA and ESA have advice on measures for social distancing

Here are their tips for dealing with the coronavirus pandemic from the NASA and ESA astronauts after their long months of life in the outer space.

Mar 19, 2020