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A 'remarkably complete' skull belonging to an early human ancestor that lived 3.8 million years ago has been discovered in Ethiopia. The discovery will shed light on th

3.8-million-year-old skull offers new clues on human history

A 'remarkably complete' skull belonging to an early human ancestor that lived 3.8 million years ago has been discovered in Ethiopia. The discovery will shed light on the evolution of early human ancestors.&nbsp;Researchers have been working on the project for 15 years.&nbsp;On February 16, 2016, the upper jaw was discovered. They searched the area for more pieces over 16 hours and recovered the rest of the skull. It is believed to be, world's most well-known fossil, Lucy's ancestor.&nbsp;

A 'remarkably complete' skull belonging to an early human ancestor that lived 3.8 million years ago has been discovered in Ethiopia. The discovery will shed light on the evolution of early human ancestors. Researchers have been working on the project for 15 years. On February 16, 2016, the upper jaw was discovered. They searched the area for more pieces over 16 hours and recovered the rest of the skull. It is believed to be, world's most well-known fossil, Lucy's ancestor.

Working for longer hours is actually killing people, says the findings of a new World Health Organisation study. It was revealed that as many as 745,000 people die

Working for longer hours is actually killing people, says the findings of a new World Health Organisation study. It was&nbsp;revealed that as many as 745,000 people died of heart disease and stroke brought upon by long work hours in 2016.
The first-of-its-kind analysis categorised work for more than 55 hours per week&nbsp;with a 35% higher risk of stroke and a 17% higher risk of dying from heart disease, in comparison to a workweek of 35 to 40 hours.&nbsp;
The rate of&nbsp;work-related&nbsp;deaths&nbsp;was&nbsp;noted to be higher amongst mid-age or older men&nbsp;and&nbsp;people living in the Western Pacific and South-East Asia regions.&nbsp;&nbsp;
As the pandemic continues&nbsp;to blur&nbsp;the lines between&nbsp;work hours and personal time,&nbsp;work-life balance has gotten increasingly hard to come by&nbsp;which&nbsp;may have&nbsp;a&nbsp;long-lasting impact on both our mental and physical health.&nbsp;
Stressing on the importance of building healthy boundaries, the WHO chief said that &lsquo;no job is worth the risk of stroke or heart disease.&rsquo;

The summer heat is getting to us and no matter how well we keep ourselves hydrated, the heat wave can make us feel fatigued even indoors. But the juicy sweet mango

The summer heat is getting to us and no matter how well we keep ourselves hydrated, the heat wave&nbsp;can make us feel fatigued even indoors. But the juicy sweet mangoes that the summer brings with it compensates for it all, the pulpy and yellow fruit is available in many varieties in India and has numerous health benefits too.
Known for its refreshing taste, the king of fruits can certainly be enjoyed in a variety of ways and is the perfect alternative to processed desserts. Here are some reasons why you should eat mangoes during this summer season.
Boosts immunity
Mangoes contain several nutrients such as vitamin A, folate&nbsp;and vitamin B. All these essential nutrients are beneficial for your immune system to keep it strong and healthy.
Improves digestion
The enzymes present in mangoes help in breaking down protein content in the body. Enriched with fibre, mangoes aid good digestion and prevent many stomach related diseases.
Prevents heat stroke
This summer fruit also helps in preventing heat exhaustion. Eating&nbsp;mangoes every day cools you down instantly and helps you beat the scorching&nbsp;heat.&nbsp;
Benefits hair and skin
Vitamin A is popular for benefiting the hair and skin. Mangoes, being a source of the same can help you attain healthier and glowing skin and hair.
Heart-healthy
Nutrients such as potassium, magnesium and mangiferin can help enhance heart health. Mangoes are a rich source of these all and consumption of the same in healthy amounts may help reduce the risk of developing cardiovascular diseases.
Here's how you can add Mangoes to your diet
<ul>
<li>Chop mangoes in chunks and add them to your salad or oatmeal</li>
<li>Use mangoes to prepare desserts like Mango kheer, mousse, ice cream or cheesecake</li>
<li>Blend mangoes with other ingredients like milk or yogurt and enjoy drinking a healthy smoothie</li>
</ul>
If none of that works for you then slice up the mango and eat at as god intended!

Every year May 18 is celebrated as World AIDS vaccine day to acknowledge the efforts of thousands of scientists and health professionals who are working relentlessly on

Every year May 18 is celebrated as World AIDS vaccine day to acknowledge the efforts of thousands of scientists and health professionals who are working relentlessly on finding a vaccine against the Human immunodeficiency virus (HIV). This day is also observed to create awareness about HIV and to emphasise the urgent need for the development of a vaccine.
HIV/AIDS is one of the most destructive global health issues to have affected mankind. This infection spreads from an infected person to another through sharing needles, blood, having unprotected sex and from mother to child during pregnancy or while breastfeeding.
World AIDS Vaccine Day was celebrated for the first time in May 1998. Currently, there is no cure other than anti-retro viral treatment (ART) which can help in slowing the replication of the virus. The development of a safe and effective vaccine will go a long way in protecting people from getting infected with HIV.

From wise to alarming, there are countless nuggets of health advice floating around the Internet. One such hack claiming that drinking tea could prevent and cure Covid

From wise to alarming, there are countless nuggets of health advice floating around the Internet.
One such hack claiming that drinking tea could prevent and cure Covid-19 has been busted by the government through its @MyGov&nbsp;Twitter page.
The authority clarified that there is 'no scientific evidence' to support this claim and warned people to not&nbsp;be misled by rumours and be responsible while forwarding such news.&nbsp;
Before this, the government handle has also fact-checked several other Covid-19 related health or medical tips.
The page busted the myth that drinking hot water or a hot water bath could prevent coronavirus. It was explained that drinking hot water cannot kill or cure the virus as a temperature of 60-75 degrees is required to kill the novel coronavirus&nbsp;in a lab setting.
Another claim quashed in the Myth Buster series was that you can stop taking precautions after vaccinations. As the pandemic is still spreading fast in India, one must follow all Covid&nbsp;precautions like mask-wearing and physical distancing even after getting the jab.&nbsp;

India is currently battling the deadly coronavirus' second wave and it is now coming to affect children as well. Hence, it is extremely essential to take extra care of

India is currently battling the deadly coronavirus' second wave and it is now coming to affect children as well. Hence, it is extremely essential to take extra care of their diet and immunity levels. Apart from eating clean and healthy foods, consider adding some ayurvedic herbs recommended by Kaumarbhritya to strengthen your child&rsquo;s immunity.
For those who are not aware, Kaumarbhritya is the branch of Ayurveda which deals with child immunity and wellness. Take a look at these herbs defined by Ayurveda that may help boost your child&rsquo;s immune system.
Tulsi
Often referred to as the queen of herbs, tulsi leaves are rich in vitamin C, A and K. They are an excellent remedy for common cold or cough, so boil some basil leaves in water and let your child drink this concoction every morning.
Turmeric
Also known as haldi, it can be found in every Indian household. Turmeric is anti-inflammatory and anti-allergic, which is why it is great for children. Giving a cup of turmeric milk regularly will ensure that your child does not fall ill frequently.
Ashwagandha
An ancient medicinal herb, Ashwagandha is known for not only helping heal physical ailments but also improving a child's mental health. It is particularly helpful for preventing colds but can also be used when kids are stressed out or tired.
 Amla
This fruit is excellent for your child! Adding amla to your kid's daily diet can help your child not only develop a strong immunity but also reap various other benefits related to digestion, skin and others. One can put grated amla in dips, sauces and salads.
Giloy
If your child is running a fever, you can give Giloy water to them. It helps in removing toxins, purifies the blood and fights bacterias. It also acts as a rejuvenating agent and cures urinary tract infections. One can easily prepare&nbsp;giloy water at home&nbsp;by boiling one long branch of&nbsp;giloy&nbsp;and a few&nbsp;Tulsi leaves for a few minutes.

Do you know that your diet and gut health are very closely linked? The food that you eat greatly affects the types of bacteria that live inside you. Avoiding processed

Do you know that your diet and gut health are very closely linked? The food that you eat greatly affects the types of bacteria that live inside you. Avoiding processed and high-fat foods is extremely important to maintain a healthy microbiome, as these foods destroy good bacteria and promote the growth of damaging bacteria in your body.
A healthy gut microbiome is essential not only to properly break down the foods you're eating but also for nutrient absorption and toxin elimination. When your gut flora is out of whack, serious problems like bloating, inflammation, constipation and diarrhea can occur.&nbsp;
Here are some of the best foods that will actively improve your gut health.
Whole Grains
If you want your gut to work better, choose whole grains as these provide lots of fiber as well as added nutrients, such as omega-3 fatty acids. It should be noted that optimal colon function requires at least 25 grams of fiber daily.
Leafy greens
Eating a lot of leafy greens allows you to develop an ideal gut microbiome. Green vegetables such as spinach or kale are excellent sources of fiber and nutrients. They also contain a specific type of sugar that helps fuel the growth of healthy gut bacteria.
Low-Fructose Fruits
If you&rsquo;re somebody who&rsquo;s prone to gas and bloating, you may need to reduce your consumption of high fructose fruits like apples, pears and mangoes. Berries and citrus fruits, such as oranges and grapefruit, contain less fructose, making them easier to tolerate and less likely to cause gas. Bananas are another low-fructose fruit that stimulates the growth of good bacteria in the gut.
 Fermented Foods
Fermenting is a method of preserving foods with bacteria and yeast, it not only boosts the food&rsquo;s shelf life and nutritional value but can give your body a dose of healthy probiotics. When you eat fermented foods such as yogurt, kombucha and kefir you get the live bacteria in them that can benefit your gut health over time.

Here's another reason for you to eat more fruits and vegetables, backed by science. New research from Edith Cowan University (ECU) says that eating a diet rich in frui

Here's another reason for you to eat more fruits and vegetables, backed by science.
New research from Edith Cowan University (ECU) says that eating a diet rich in fruit and vegetables is associated with experiencing less stress.
Examining 8,600 participants aged 25 to 91, the team found that&nbsp;people who ate at least 470 grams of fruit and vegetables daily had 10 per cent lower stress levels than those who consumed less than 230 grams.
Lead author of the study, published in the journal Clinical Nutrition, explained that long-term and unmanaged stress can lead to a range of health problems including heart disease, diabetes, depression and anxiety so there is a need to find ways to prevent and possibly alleviate mental health problems in the future.
The study notes that while the mechanics of how food is linked to our mood are unclear,&nbsp;nutrients such as vitamins, minerals, flavonoids and carotenoids&nbsp;present in fruit and vegetables, can reduce inflammation and oxidative stress, and that might be helping improve our mental well being.

In the current conditions, the adequate intake of fibre and protein is extremely important to help keep our immunity in order. Did you know that soy is an ing

In the current conditions, the&nbsp;adequate intake of fibre and protein is extremely&nbsp;important to help keep our immunity in order. Did you know that soy is an ingredient that can take care of both of these needs at the same time!
The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) detailed in a Twitter post the importance of adding soy foods to our diet.&nbsp;According to the food regulator, soy foods are made from soybeans, a wholesome source of high-quality protein. Soybean or the food products made from it are a treasure trove of protein and fibre for those who follow a strict vegetarian or vegan diet.&nbsp;
What are the benefits of eating soybean?&nbsp;
Apart from protein and fibre, soybeans are also rich in vitamin C, folate as well as omega-3 fatty acids&nbsp;that help build and maintain a healthy body. Soy is also completely lactose and gluten-free as well as low in saturated fat.&nbsp;&nbsp;
How can you add soy to your daily diet?&nbsp;
You can include soybeans in your diet in many ways. Use it as soy granules, nuggets, tofu, soy milk, soy flour or soy nuts. They are a natural and affordable way to meet the deficiency of protein and fibre in the body.
Known as the 'complete protein' thanks to the presence of all nine essential amino acids, don't sleep on this vegan-friendly&nbsp;superfood!

Time to put on your flip flops and savour those ice lollies, summer is officially the season of everything bright and colourful. Whether it's g

Time to put on your flip flops and savour those ice lollies,&nbsp;summer is officially&nbsp;the season of everything bright and colourful.&nbsp;Whether&nbsp;it's&nbsp;going&nbsp;out for ice cream or relaxing with a cool drink,&nbsp;this time of the year is full of its own&nbsp;colourful&nbsp;food traditions.&nbsp;&nbsp;
But as much as&nbsp;we&nbsp;love our summer delicacies, not all of them are great for our stomach or even our&nbsp;diet goals.&nbsp;Whether&nbsp;binging on your favourites in summer makes you feel too heavy or&nbsp;you just want to maintain your summer body, here&nbsp;are some ways&nbsp;you can&nbsp;side-step the stomach troubles&nbsp;by just making a few healthy&nbsp;food&nbsp;swaps.&nbsp;&nbsp;
Switch ice cream for frozen treats&nbsp;
Everyone loves a good bowl of ice cream when the heat starts getting unbearable.&nbsp;But&nbsp;a&nbsp;fruity frozen yoghurt and smoothie&nbsp;are&nbsp;just as delicious, easy to make at home and can be so much healthier.&nbsp;You can even make your own&nbsp;colourful&nbsp;popsicles at home with&nbsp;some&nbsp;fresh fruit.&nbsp;&nbsp;
By making your own frozen treats, you can&nbsp;control the sweetness,&nbsp;use innovative ingredients and save some money while you&rsquo;re at it.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
Rethink your summer drink&nbsp;
Fancy&nbsp;looking&nbsp;drinks in tall, pretty glasses&nbsp;are&nbsp;just about as summer as it gets. But if your sugar-infused&nbsp;drink is packing more calories than a meal then you might want to rethink your thirst quenchers.&nbsp;&nbsp;
Try to&nbsp;go lighter on that&nbsp;pina colada or&nbsp;bottled&nbsp;iced tea and&nbsp;stick to&nbsp;healthy yet yummy alternatives&nbsp;like coconut&nbsp;water, spiced buttermilk, mint lemonades or sherbets made with local ingredients.&nbsp;&nbsp;
Simplify your salad dressing&nbsp;&nbsp;
You can put together&nbsp;a fresh summer salad&nbsp;in no time and enjoy it even on days when your appetite is running low.&nbsp;But a greasy salad dressing can really kill&nbsp;your salad&rsquo;s fresh vibe. Store-bought dressings are often loaded with salt, sugar and other preservatives.&nbsp;&nbsp;
If you want to stay on the healthy train, some lemon juice or apple cider vinegar and olive&nbsp;oil are better alternatives.&nbsp;Even a more flavourful dressing like a honey mustard&nbsp;mix or some minty yoghurt can also be made in just a few minutes.&nbsp;&nbsp;
Get your crunch from veggies&nbsp;
With appetites running low, snack cravings are much more common in the hotter months. Instead of reaching out for a&nbsp;chip and dip session, make some hummus or a yoghurt dip and&nbsp;enjoy it with&nbsp;low-calorie, nutrient-rich veggies, like fresh broccoli florets, tiny tomatoes and sliced cucumber.&nbsp;
When it comes to summer snacking, a little bit of effort and planning can go a long way and keep your tummy both satiated and fit!

Known with different names, post-Covid-19 or Covid-19 long-haul syndrome has patients reporting lasting symptoms such as mood disorders, fatigue and perceived cogn

Known with different names, post-Covid-19&nbsp;or Covid-19 long-haul syndrome has patients reporting lasting symptoms such as mood disorders, fatigue and perceived cognitive impairment that can negatively affect return to normal life even after recovery.&nbsp;
One of the world's first multidisciplinary programs established to evaluate and treat patients with the post-Covid-19 syndrome has published its findings in the journal 'Mayo Clinic Proceedings.'
Of the 100 patients in the study, 80 per cent reported unusual fatigue, while more than half&nbsp;had respiratory complaints and a similar percentage also reported troubles with thinking, commonly known as 'brain fog.' The patients were evaluated around 93 days after infection.
Mayo Clinic's medical director said that most patients in the study had no pre-existing comorbidities&nbsp;before infection and did not have to be hospitalised during their Covid-19 recovery.
However,&nbsp;more than one-third of these study participants reported difficulties performing basic activities of daily living, and only 1 in 3 patients had returned to unrestricted work activity.
As the pandemic continues, researchers say more patients may experience such symptoms long after infection, and health care providers need to be prepared for this to extend necessary care.

Maintaining a healthy weight, blood pressure and cholesterol level in childhood may help protect brain function later in life, suggest the find

Maintaining&nbsp;a&nbsp;healthy weight, blood pressure and cholesterol&nbsp;level&nbsp;in childhood&nbsp;may help protect brain function later in life, suggest the findings of a new study published in the&nbsp;American Heart Association&rsquo;s flagship journal&nbsp;Circulation.&nbsp;
The research claims to be the first to shine a light on cardiovascular risk factors in childhood as a&nbsp;possible&nbsp;cause&nbsp;for&nbsp;poor&nbsp;cognitive performance&nbsp;during midlife.&nbsp;&nbsp;
For the study, researchers followed the participants' cardiovascular risk factor profiles for 31 years from&nbsp;their&nbsp;childhood in 1980 to adulthood in 2011.&nbsp;&nbsp;
The researchers observed that&nbsp;childhood obesity was&nbsp;found to be linked with lower visual information processing speed and attention&nbsp;span.&nbsp;&nbsp;
Participants with all three risk factors&nbsp;(high weight, blood pressure and cholesterol)&nbsp;had poorer memory and associative learning, worse visual processing, decreased attention span, and slower reaction and movement time.&nbsp;&nbsp;
The researchers noted that there are currently no cures for major causes of neurodegenerative diseases like dementia, so it is important to learn how early life risk factors may affect the brain.&nbsp;These results&nbsp;can be used&nbsp;to turn the focus of brain health from old age and midlife to people in younger age groups, explained the team.

A new study assessing data from over 166,000 adults in the UK found that vegetarians seem to have a healthier biomarker profile than meat-eaters, regardless o

A new study assessing data from over 166,000 adults in the UK found that vegetarians seem to have&nbsp;a healthier biomarker profile than&nbsp;meat-eaters, regardless of their age, weight or smoking and alcohol consumption.&nbsp;
Biomarkers can have bad and good health effects and have been widely used to assess the effect of diets on health.&nbsp;&nbsp;
In the study presented at the&nbsp;European Congress on Obesity, vegetarians had significantly lower levels of 13 biomarkers, including total cholesterol,&nbsp;a&nbsp;protein&nbsp;linked to cardiovascular disease&nbsp;and&nbsp;liver function markers indicating inflammation or damage to cells, among others.&nbsp;
However,&nbsp;vegetarians&nbsp;were also found to have&nbsp;lower levels of beneficial biomarkers including the 'good' HDL cholesterol, vitamin D and calcium.&nbsp;
Apart from not eating processed and red meats, vegetarians also eat a lot more vegetables, fruits and nuts. These&nbsp;nutritional&nbsp;differences may help explain why vegetarians appear to have lower levels of disease biomarkers that can lead to cell damage and chronic disease, noted the lead author of the study.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Who would have thought sanitisers would come to play such an important role in our lives? Today, hand sanitisers have become extremely crucial to prevent the

Who would have thought sanitisers would come to&nbsp;play such an important role in our lives? Today, hand&nbsp;sanitisers have become extremely crucial to prevent the transmission of the deadly coronavirus.&nbsp;
Recently, World Health Organisation (WHO) shared some useful tips and facts to keep in mind while using an alcohol-based hand sanitiser. Take a look.
It is safe to use alcohol-based sanitisers as only a small amount of alcohol is absorbed into the skin. Most of them contain emollients that have a soothing effect on the skin.
One can use hand sanitisers frequently, but WHO recommends cleaning your hands with soap and water whenever possible. Sanitiser&nbsp;can be used in addition to this or when washing isn't an option.
Touching a communal bottle of hand sanitiser will not infect you. Once you have sanitised your hands, you have disinfected them from any germs that may have been on the bottle. If everyone uses sanitiser in a public place, the risk of germs on communal items will be lower and will keep everyone safe.
Wearing gloves could risk the transfer of germs from one surface to another. You may also end up contaminating your hands while removing them. If you are wearing gloves, make sure to sanitise your hands after their removal.
How to use hand sanitiser correctly?
Apply a palmful of sanitiser to cover all surfaces of the hands. Rub your hands together until they are dry, the entire procedure should last for 20-30 seconds.

A major global review of 121 randomised trials of herbal and dietary weight loss supplements suggests that their use cannot be justified based

A major global review of&nbsp;121 randomised trials of&nbsp;herbal and dietary&nbsp;weight loss&nbsp;supplements&nbsp;suggests that their use cannot be justified based on current evidence.&nbsp;
Claiming to be the first such meta-review&nbsp;of complementary medicines&nbsp;in 16 years, the&nbsp;analysis&nbsp;finds that while&nbsp;supplements show statistically greater weight loss than placebo&nbsp;in some cases, it is not enough to benefit one's health.&nbsp;
The&nbsp;team&nbsp;raises&nbsp;alarm over the fact that, unlike pharmaceutical drugs,&nbsp;clinical evidence for the&nbsp;safety and effectiveness of these pills&nbsp;and powders&nbsp;is not required&nbsp;and more research&nbsp;should&nbsp;be done&nbsp;to&nbsp;assess&nbsp;their&nbsp;long-term&nbsp;safety.&nbsp;
The global industry for these products was estimated to be worth $41bn last year.
Herbal supplements included in the analysis were green tea,&nbsp;tropical fruits,&nbsp;white kidney bean,&nbsp;metabolism stimulants, and ingredients commonly used&nbsp;in&nbsp;Ayurveda&nbsp;like&nbsp;liquorice root and East Indian Globe Thistle.
Presenting&nbsp;at The European Congress on Obesity,&nbsp;the&nbsp;scientists said, &lsquo;herbal and dietary supplements might seem like a quick-fix solution to weight problems, but people need to be aware of how little we actually know about them.&rsquo;

Scientists from the German Center for Neurodegenerative Diseases have discovered in a study that a regular Mediterranean-like diet may protect against pr

Scientists from the&nbsp;German Center for Neurodegenerative Diseases have&nbsp;discovered in a study that a regular Mediterranean-like diet&nbsp;may protect against protein deposits in the brain and brain atrophy&nbsp;in older adults.
The&nbsp;Mediterranean&nbsp;diet involves a relatively higher&nbsp;intake of vegetables, legumes, fruit, cereals, fish and monounsaturated fatty acids, such as olive oil.&nbsp;
The study assessed 512 subjects with an average age of around seventy years, 343 of whom were identified as having a higher risk of developing Alzheimer's disease.&nbsp;&nbsp;
There was found to be a significant positive correlation between a closer adherence to a Mediterranean-like diet and a higher volume of the hippocampus, which is considered as the control centre of memory in the brain.&nbsp;The hippocampus&nbsp;shrinks early and severely in Alzheimer's disease, explained the lead author of the study.&nbsp;&nbsp;
Alzheimer's disease is caused by protein deposits in the brain and the rapid loss of brain matter. The&nbsp;researchers said that it was&nbsp;possible that the Mediterranean diet protected the brain from protein deposits and brain atrophy that could cause memory loss and dementia.
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It has been over a year and the entire country continues to battle the novel coronavirus. The second wave has put more lives in danger especially of those suffering fro

It has been over a year and the entire country continues to battle the novel coronavirus. The second wave has put more lives in danger especially of those suffering from diabetes, hypertension, heart conditions and other comorbidities.
If you have high blood pressure, the most important step you can take is to manage it efficiently as you fall into the high-risk category and may encounter serious complications with COVID-19. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), people with High BP should consider these precautions.
Medication
Take medication as prescribed by a certified medical practitioner. Avoid skipping the medication or self-medicating and&nbsp;do not adopt any home remedies without your doctor's approval.
Choose heart-healthy foods
Consider the Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension (DASH) diet, which focuses on fruits, vegetables, whole grains, poultry, fish and low-fat dairy foods.
Decrease salt intake
Aim to limit sodium consumption to less than 2,300 mg a day or less. However, a lower sodium intake of 1,500 mg a day or less is ideal for most adults.
Stay active
Losing even a little weight can reduce your blood pressure, so try and exercise regularly for 30 minutes or go for brisk walks.
Manage stress
Stress can cause short-term spikes in blood pressure and taking steps to reduce it can improve your heart health. Try managing your stress and anxiety&nbsp;in healthy ways, such as deep breathing, meditation, yoga and getting&nbsp;a sound&nbsp;sleep.&nbsp;
Lastly, to keep COVID-19 at bay, High BP patients should disinfect frequently touched surfaces like BP monitoring machines, doorknobs, wallets, keys, remotes and door handles and must follow all&nbsp;Covid-19 norms.

A latest research conducted by the University of Birmingham, found that daily oral health care could aid in the reduction of disease severity in those battling the

A latest research conducted by the University of Birmingham, found that daily oral health care could aid in the reduction of disease severity in those battling the&nbsp;COVID-19 infection. The researchers noted that the coronavirus could pass into people's lungs from the saliva, if individuals are suffering from gum disease.
For the study, investigators created a model using CT scans of lungs from patients who had confirmed COVID-19 infection.&nbsp;
The study published in the Journal of Oral Medicine and Dental Research, shows that there is emerging evidence that some mouthwashes are highly effective at inactivating the Covid-19 virus.
Experts recommended that the public should take simple measures to maintain their oral hygiene such as careful tooth brushing to reduce plaque build-up and use of mouthwashes or even saltwater rinsing to reduce gingival inflammation. These simple steps could help decrease the viral concentration in the saliva.
Apart from these, here are some important tips suggested by Dentists so that people do not get re-infected.
A person who has recently recovered from Covid-19 should change their toothbrush and tongue cleaner after 20 days of getting the first symptoms. This not only protects the person from chances of re-infection but can also save others who use the same washroom in the house. Covid-19 patients are advised to dry and disinfect their toothbrush and tongue cleaner.
One should also use mouthwash and do gargles using&nbsp;betadine&nbsp;as it helps in reducing the build-up of virus and bacteria in the mouth.
If someone in the family has contracted Covid-19, it is also important not to keep toiletry items (toothbrush, tongue cleaner, etc) of the household together as it increases the chances of transmission.
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International Nurses Day is celebrated around the world on May 12 every year on the occasion of Florence Nightingale's birthday to mark the nurse's contribution towards

International Nurses Day is celebrated around the world on May 12 every year on the occasion of Florence Nightingale's birthday to mark the nurse's contribution towards people's health. The theme for 2021 is 'Nurses: A Voice to Lead - A vision for future healthcare.'
Nurses are those unsung heroes who silently work towards improving the condition of the patients and always remain behind the curtains. This year's theme aims to show how nursing will look in the future and how the profession will transform the next stage of healthcare.
The founder of modern nursing, Florence Nightingale was born on May 12, 1820. She brought many reforms in nursing, health care services and is also famously known&nbsp;as "The Lady with the Lamp." The idea of celebrating Nurses Day was proposed in 1965. Since then, the International Council of Nurses celebrates this day with appropriate care and with a new theme every year.

If you’re looking for natural ways to boost your immunity, the Centre through its @MyGovIndia Twitter page has shared some general measures th

If&nbsp;you&rsquo;re looking for natural ways to boost your immunity,&nbsp;the Centre through its @MyGovIndia Twitter&nbsp;page has shared some general measures&nbsp;that&nbsp;you can follow to boost your immunity organically amidst&nbsp;the&nbsp;COVID-19&nbsp;pandemic.&nbsp;&nbsp;
First on the list of diet suggestions from the government is the consumption of five servings of colourful fruits and vegetables which help you get your&nbsp;recommended&nbsp;intake of vitamins and minerals.&nbsp;&nbsp;
To help with elevated anxiety levels, small amounts of dark chocolate with at least 70% cocoa has been recommended.&nbsp;&nbsp;
To boost your body&rsquo;s disease defence, the govt has advised drinking turmeric milk once a day.&nbsp;&nbsp;
Noting that loss of taste and smell is a common complaint of coronavirus patients, the list suggests people to eat soft foods at small intervals and add some amchur to their food.&nbsp;&nbsp;
Stressing on the importance of foods that help rebuild muscle and boost energy levels, whole grains like ragi, oats and amaranth&nbsp;are suggested to be a part of&nbsp;a recovering patient&rsquo;s diet.&nbsp;
The list includes chicken, fish, eggs, paneer, soy, nuts and seeds as good sources of protein.&nbsp;&nbsp;
Walnuts, almonds as well as olive and mustard oil have been recommended as good sources of healthy fats.&nbsp;&nbsp;
The last bit of advice from the&nbsp;government advisory is a regular physical activity like yoga and breathing exercise or pranayama which should be performed as per one&rsquo;s tolerance.
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Disclaimer:&nbsp;editorji does not provide medical advice. The information, including but not limited to, text, graphics, images and other material contained in this story are for informational purposes only. No material in this video is intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health care provider with any questions you may have related to Covid-19.

In the wake of the coronavirus pandemic, it is absolutely important to maintain a holistic lifestyle and follow a nutritious diet. However, there are other ways that mi

In the wake of the coronavirus pandemic, it is absolutely important to maintain a holistic lifestyle and follow a nutritious diet. However, there are other ways that might boost your immunity and offer protection from various infections, one such effective way is by consuming homemade kadhas.
Kadhas are Ayurvedic drinks that are prepared with certain herbs and spices. These are easy to make and help strengthen your immune system. Check out these easy-peasy homemade kadhas recipes that you can whip up in no time.
1. Tulsi Kadha
What you need
Water Tulsi leaves Ginger Raisins Black pepper powder Cinnamon powder Lemon juice
Take a utensil and pour two glasses of water into it. Add tulsi leaves, black pepper powder, cinnamon powder, ginger and raisins. Stir the mixture and boil it for around 15 minutes. Now, strain the mixture and add a dash of lemon juice to it as it is a good source of vitamin C. One can consume this drink early in the morning or before going to bed.
2. Dalchini Kadha
What you need
Cinnamon powder Water Ajwain Elaichi Honey
To make this kadha, you need to take a vessel and pour a large cup of water into it, then add a teaspoon of ajwain, one cardamom pod (black) and one bark of cinnamon. Let it steep for 5 minutes and strain it before serving. If you want to sweeten it further you can add a teaspoon of honey. For best results, drink it once or&nbsp;twice a day.&nbsp;
3. Turmeric Kadha
What you need
Water Turmeric Tulsi leaves Ginger Peppercorns Clove Cinnamon stick Munakka
In a pan, pour around two cups of water and boil all the spices nicely including turmeric, tulsi leaves, ginger, peppercorn, clove, cinnamon stick and munakka. If you are putting in 3 litres of water, let it boil down to 2 litres. Strain the mixture and have it early in the morning when the kadha is warm.
These immunity-boosting Kadhas are really soothing for the throat and may offer relief from various health issues like cold, cough or fever as well.

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Feeling overworked? Long work hours killing 745k people a year, says WHO

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