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COVID-19 is a disease caused by a new coronavirus called SARS-CoV-2.  WHO first learned of this new virus on 31 December 2019, following a report of a cluster of cases of ‘viral pneumonia’ in Wuhan, People’s Republic of China.

Children & teens can get COVID-19.

Children & teens can get COVID-19.

While fewer children have been sick with COVID-19 compared to adults, children can be infected with the virus that causes COVID-19, can get sick from COVID-19, and can spread the virus that causes COVID-19 to others. Children, like adults, who have COVID-19 but have no symptoms (“asymptomatic”) can still spread the virus to others. Most […]

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India to launch world’s biggest coronavirus vaccination programme from January 16, details here
coronavirus vaccination programme

Coronavirus vaccination in India LIVE updates: The decision was taken after a crucial meeting that was chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. India has finally set a date with the coronavirus ... READ MORE

Can children get Covid-19 vaccine yet?
Can children be vaccinated yet?

Can children get Covid-19 vaccine yet? There's a lot of debate going on in the world about vaccination. Whereas most of the countries have started with the first wave ... READ MORE

Coronavirus | Pfizer says its COVID-19 vaccine protects younger teens
covid-19 vaccine

Pfizer aims to seek approval from U.S and European regulators to allow emergency use of the shots starting at age 12. Pfizer announced on Wednesday that its COVID-19 vaccine is ... READ MORE

Health Ministry issues guidelines for administering COVID-19 vaccines to pregnant women
Pregnancy and Covid Vaccine

The Union Ministry has advised all pregnant women to register themselves on the Co-WIN portal or get themselves registered on-site at the COVID-19 vaccination centre. Fresh guidelines for administering the ... READ MORE

Why are coronavirus cases falling in India

Covid 19 India

On September 16 last year, India reported a record 97,894 coronavirus cases. Nearly four-and-half months later, on February 2, the country registered 8,635 new cases. The drop in coronavirus numbers assumes significance as several countries across the world are experiencing a second and in some cases even third wave of Covid-19 virus. “It’s not that […]

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Explained: As you take the Covid-19 vaccine, some do’s and don’ts
ovid-19 vaccine

Covid-19 vaccine: Here are some of the things you need to know, and some precautions that you should take before getting vaccinated. More than 1.63 crore people have received a coronavirus vaccine ... READ MORE

Is double masking better? Should we double mask our children? 
Mask

It has been a year now since coronavirus hit the world. Our lifestyle turned literally upside down when the pandemic started; our plans changed; our survival strategies were changed in ... READ MORE

How parents and teachers can help children in the fight against COVID-19 infection
children in the fight against COVID-19

Many children develop symptoms of respiratory or gastrointestinal distress like fever, cough, cold, throat pain, severe body ache, loss of appetite, abdominal pain, and weakness when they come in contact ... READ MORE

DOES DOUBLE MASKING PROVIDE BETTER PROTECTION AGAINST COVID-19 THAN WEARING ONE MASK?
Double Mask

Wearing a mask has been strongly advised as protection against COVID-19. According to a recent study by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), wearing masks can reduce the ... READ MORE

Coronavirus: Pregnant women can transfer antibodies to their babies, study claims

Pregnant mother

A recent study published in the journal JAMA Pediatrics claims that mothers who were infected with COVID-19 during their pregnancy could transfer antibodies to their unborn child through the placenta. The research took blood samples from more than 1,470 pregnant women at Pennsylvania Hospital between April and August 2020, of which they found and analyzed COVID-19 antibodies […]

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Pregnancy Water Birth: Pros, Cons, and What You Need to Know
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Introduction: Water birth is a delivery method that has gained popularity among expectant mothers seeking a more natural and gentle birthing experience. By giving birth in a warm water tub ... READ MORE

Probiotics During Pregnancy: Safety, How They Work & Benefits
probiotics during pregnancy

Pregnancy is a time of great excitement and anticipation, but it can also be a time of anxiety and uncertainty, particularly when it comes to what you should and shouldn't ... READ MORE

When should I tell people that I am pregnant?
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Receiving the news of being pregnant is the best news any woman can receive. Sometimes, soon-to-be parents are surprised by the news because many aren't ready for the big responsibility ... READ MORE

SUPPLEMENTS AND COVID-19
Vitamin C and covid

For age-old conditions such as the common cold and new diseases which are known to have no cure, the call for safe and natural treatments using supplements comes into the ... READ MORE

Covid-19: 45% of health workers vaccinated in 18 days, India fastest to reach 4m mark

NEW DELHI: India has inoculated around 45% of healthcare workers across the country against Covid-19 in 18 days since the launch of its vaccination drive on Jan 16, becoming the fastest country to vaccinate over 4 million, official data till February 2 shows. On Wednesday, 2,48,662 beneficiaries were vaccinated taking the total to over 43.9 […]

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Covid-19 Vaccine: How to register for corona vaccination in India: Your step-by-step guide
Covid 19 Vaccine

Covid-19 Vaccine Latest Update, Corona Vaccine Registration in India: Here’s everything you need to know about India’s biggest vaccination drive and how to register yourself as a beneficiary How to ... READ MORE

Study: Depression, stress could dampen efficacy of COVID-19 vaccines
Study: Depression, stress could dampen efficacy of COVID-19 vaccines

Washington [US], January 14 (ANI): Decades of research show that depression, stress, loneliness, and poor health behaviors can weaken the body's immune system and lower the effectiveness of certain vaccines. ... READ MORE

Things that you should know about breastfeeding, especially during the pandemic.
breastfeeding during the pandemic.

Breastfeeding provides babies with the healthy nutrition that they need. Breast Milk provides the finest nutrients for babies and protects them from disease. However, breastfeeding disruption can decrease milk supply, ... READ MORE

COVID-19 Proning for Self care
proning covid

PRONING is the process of turning a patient with precise, safe motions, from their back onto their abdomen (stomach), so the individual is lying face down. Proning is a medically ... READ MORE

Coronavirus in Kids: More Than One-Third COVID Kids Show no Symptoms

COVID Kids Show no Symptoms

For the study, published in the journal CMAJ, the research team analyzed results for 2,463 children who were tested during the first wave of the pandemic–March to September–for Covid-19 infection. The Coronavirus has badly impacted each and every one of us. The deadly COVID-19 has claimed more than 153K lives globally. People with underlying diseases […]

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Navigating pregnancy during the covid 19 pandemic
pregnancy during the covid 19

The excitement and thrill of pregnancy are tangible. The Covid 19 pandemic, on the other hand, has caused dread, anxiety, and doubt among pregnant mothers regarding the disease's impact on ... READ MORE

DOES DOUBLE MASKING PROVIDE BETTER PROTECTION AGAINST COVID-19 THAN WEARING ONE MASK?
Double Mask

Wearing a mask has been strongly advised as protection against COVID-19. According to a recent study by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), wearing masks can reduce the ... READ MORE

Can I Give My Child Vitamin C?
Vitamin c to children

Vitamin C is an essential nutrient that is needed for the well-functioning of your body’s metabolism. This applies to your children as well. If you have doubts in your mind ... READ MORE

Things that you should know about breastfeeding, especially during the pandemic.
breastfeeding during the pandemic.

Breastfeeding provides babies with the healthy nutrition that they need. Breast Milk provides the finest nutrients for babies and protects them from disease. However, breastfeeding disruption can decrease milk supply, ... READ MORE

Vaccination drive: India’s one million shots in 6 days is world’s fastest rollout

Covid Vaccination Program India

NEW DELHI: The six days that it took India to administer more than one million doses of vaccines against Covid-19 makes it the fastest rollout of a million vaccine shots against the pandemic among countries that have placed their inoculation data in the public domain. A week into India’s vaccination drive, which began on January […]

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Can a Face Mask Give You a Headache?
Face Mask Give You a Headaches

Is wearing a mask causing you a headache? Here's why Getting vaccinated is the best way to protect yourself from getting infected by the novel coronavirus. But wearing masks, washing ... READ MORE

Parenting goals which you may want to complete in 2022
Parenting goals 2022

If you are a parent, you can have some parenting goals which you may want to complete in 2022. Or there might be some parenting skills or tips that you ... READ MORE

Mother’s Day: Thoughtful Mother’s Day gift for your mom
mother's day gifts

As mother's day is just around the corner, it is time to give your mom a big surprise in the form of these gifts that are not too expensive and ... READ MORE

10 ways to reduce the chances of your family getting coronavirus.
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The pandemic has created the world to think again on the issues it had suppressed a long time back. COVID not only costed lives but also made people realise the ... READ MORE

Covid-19 Vaccine: How to register for corona vaccination in India: Your step-by-step guide

Covid 19 Vaccine

Covid-19 Vaccine Latest Update, Corona Vaccine Registration in India: Here’s everything you need to know about India’s biggest vaccination drive and how to register yourself as a beneficiary How to Register for Corona Vaccine in India: The government started with the dry run for Covid-19 vaccination in most of the states. Soon a section of the […]

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Nearly 2 lakh receive COVID-19 vaccine shots, adverse events reported from Delhi and Rajasthan
Covid vaccine

India on Saturday successfully conducted the first day of the first phase of nationwide COVID-19 vaccine drive, toutued as the world’s largest vaccination drive so far. New Delhi: India on ... READ MORE

Children & teens can get COVID-19.
Children & teens can get COVID-19.

While fewer children have been sick with COVID-19 compared to adults, children can be infected with the virus that causes COVID-19, can get sick from COVID-19, and can spread the ... READ MORE

COVID-19 Vaccination Live Updates: PM Modi Launches Coronavirus Vaccination Drive
Coronavirus Vaccination Drive

Coronavirus Vaccination Live Updates: The vaccination program, aimed at inoculating 3 crore health and other frontline workers first, will use shots manufactured in India New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi launches ... READ MORE

Covid-19: Now get vaccinated 24×7 at your convenience
Covid-19 vaccination

NEW DELHI: The Union health ministry has given hospitals permission to administer the Covid-19 vaccine to those who are eligible as per their convenience. "The government has ended the time ... READ MORE

Covid-19 crisis: Mapping the coronavirus footprint across states in India

Covid 19 coronavirus

Check the spread of the coronavirus pandemic across states in India in this interactive map Here’s a look at the footprint of the coronavirus pandemic across Indian states in terms of the number of confirmed cases, deaths and recovery among those previously tested positive for the virus. The numbers are based on official data released daily by […]

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Hot Or Cold Milk: Which One Is Nutritious And Healthful?
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Milk is considered a complete meal because it packs not only major nutrients such as protein, calcium, vitamin D, and potassium but also several micro-nutrients like calcium, magnesium, zinc, riboflavin, ... READ MORE

10 travel essentials for kids during pandemic
travel essentials for kids during pandemic

Travelling is indeed fun and exciting, but it’s not so much fun if it is done while handling a kid. It is a little harsh on the kids considering their ... READ MORE

Mother’s Day: Thoughtful Mother’s Day gift for your mom
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As mother's day is just around the corner, it is time to give your mom a big surprise in the form of these gifts that are not too expensive and ... READ MORE

NEET 2020: Six students from Mumbai’s Govandi slum crack medical entrance exam
NEET 2020 medical entrance

Six students from Mumbai’s infamous Govandi slum have cleared the NEET 2020 medical entrance, setting an example for students across the country. Proving to be an inspiration for students across ... READ MORE

Nearly 2 lakh receive COVID-19 vaccine shots, adverse events reported from Delhi and Rajasthan

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India on Saturday successfully conducted the first day of the first phase of nationwide COVID-19 vaccine drive, toutued as the world’s largest vaccination drive so far. New Delhi: India on Saturday successfully conducted the first day of the first phase of the nationwide COVID-19 vaccine drive, which is being called the world’s largest vaccination drive […]

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For kids with behavioural issues, focusing on diversion yields positive results: Study
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Researchers found that focusing on diversion -- instead of detention -- yields positive results for youth with behavioral health issues. Of the 5,300 children enrolled in the Ohio Behavioral Health ... READ MORE

Helicopter Parenting: All You Need to Know and How it Impacts your Kids
Helicopter Parenting

Helicopter parenting is the style of parenting where one is overinvolved in their children’s life giving them no personal space and protecting their kids a little too much from any ... READ MORE

Is the H3N2 virus dangerous for your child?
H3N2 virus in child

The H3N2 virus is a subtype of the Influenza A virus, also known as the "Australian flu" or "Hong Kong flu." In recent years, this strain of the flu has ... READ MORE

Christmas Eve 2020: Here Is What Xmas Is Looking Like Amid Covid-19
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Christmas Eve today: Though Christmas sales have dropped and there are fewer people out on the roads, the festive spirit is still there with Xmas decorations and lights. Santa Claus ... READ MORE

COVID-19 Vaccination Live Updates: PM Modi Launches Coronavirus Vaccination Drive

Coronavirus Vaccination Drive

Coronavirus Vaccination Live Updates: The vaccination program, aimed at inoculating 3 crore health and other frontline workers first, will use shots manufactured in India New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi launches one of the world’s biggest coronavirus vaccine programmes today. The vaccination programme, aimed at inoculating 3 crore health and other frontline workers first, will use shots […]

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Navigating pregnancy during the covid 19 pandemic
pregnancy during the covid 19

The excitement and thrill of pregnancy are tangible. The Covid 19 pandemic, on the other hand, has caused dread, anxiety, and doubt among pregnant mothers regarding the disease's impact on ... READ MORE

Bigg Boss 14 Grand Finale: Rubina Dilaik Is The Winner Of The Show
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Congratulations, Rubina Dilaik! The actress won the fourteenth season of the popular TV reality shows Bigg Boss, which began airing on Colors in October, last year. Rubina, who emerged as ... READ MORE

Meghan Markle, Prince Harry’s Christmas card featuring son Archie revealed
Meghan Markle, Prince Harry's Christmas Card Featuring Son Archie Revealed

Washington: Ahead of the Christmas festival, the royal duo Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's Christmas card was shared on social media on Thursday (local time). Image Source: Twitter According to Fox ... READ MORE

Mom-to-be Anushka Sharma recalls when she could curl up on chair
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Mom-to-be Anushka Sharma on Wednesday went down memory lane and dug out a picture from the time when she did not have a baby bump and could, therefore, sit properly ... READ MORE

Study: Depression, stress could dampen efficacy of COVID-19 vaccines

Study: Depression, stress could dampen efficacy of COVID-19 vaccines

Washington [US], January 14 (ANI): Decades of research show that depression, stress, loneliness, and poor health behaviors can weaken the body’s immune system and lower the effectiveness of certain vaccines. A new report suggests that the same may be true for the new COVID-19 vaccines that are in development and in the early stages of […]

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COVID-19 lockdown loneliness leads to depressive symptoms in adults: Study
COVID-19 lockdown loneliness leads to depressive symptoms in adults: Study

Washington [US], January 25 (ANI): The ongoing coronavirus pandemic has meant more time at home for everyone and people have turned to cooking, reading, among other activities to deal with ... READ MORE

10 movies to watch during pregnancy
10 movies to watch during pregnancy

In pregnancy, at a point in time, maybe in your last semester, you probably want to sit at home and rest as much. Sometimes you may get bored by just ... READ MORE

Conjunctivitis in Babies, Children, and Teens: Understanding Eye Flu in Kids and Prevention Measures
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Conjunctivitis, commonly known as pink eye or eye flu, is a highly contagious eye condition that affects people of all ages, including babies, children, and teenagers. It is characterized by ... READ MORE

Keep Your Kids Hydrated This Summer with These Refreshing Foods
Refreshing Foods

As the summer heat intensifies, it becomes increasingly important to ensure that our little ones stay hydrated and healthy. While drinking water is crucial, did you know that there are ... READ MORE

India to launch world’s biggest coronavirus vaccination programme from January 16, details here

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Coronavirus vaccination in India LIVE updates: The decision was taken after a crucial meeting that was chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. India has finally set a date with the coronavirus vaccination drive – January 16, 2021. After several training sessions and two pan-India mock drills, the Narendra Modi government on Saturday announced the date of the drive, which […]

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Should Children wear a mask?
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Pandemic has shaken the world. Schools, parks, and malls, all have been empty in the past few months. Children spent maximum time in the confinement of their homes. And now ... READ MORE

Happy Holi 2024: 10 Essential Safety Rules For Children To Celebrate This Festival With Boundless Fun
Happy Holi 2024

Introduction Holi, the festival of colors, is a time of joyous celebration marked by vibrant hues, joyous gatherings, and exuberant spirit. As we gear up to celebrate Happy Holi 2024, ... READ MORE

Priyanka Chopra, Nick Jonas welcome baby via surrogate
Priyanka Chopra, Nick Jonas welcome baby via surrogate

Priyanka Chopra Jonas and husband Nick Jonas on Saturday announced welcoming a baby through surrogacy Priyanka Chopra Jonas and husband Nick Jonas on Saturday announced welcoming a baby through surrogacy. ... READ MORE

We talk a lot about feelings’: Sameera Reddy on conscious parenting and dealing with fussy eaters
Sameera Reddy on conscious parenting

"I have made my children aware of food. I have made them plant seeds and grow plants. It's about making it exciting for them." Sameera Reddy is a hands-on mom ... READ MORE

COVID-19 may deepen depression, anxiety, and PTSD among pregnant, postpartum women

COVID-19 may deepen depression, anxiety, and PTSD among pregnant, postpartum women

COVID-19 may deepen depression, anxiety, and PTSD among pregnant, postpartum women Boston [US], December 2 (ANI): In a new study published in Psychiatry Review, researchers from Brigham and Women’s Hospital surveyed pregnant women and those who had recently given birth, finding concerning rates of depression, generalised anxiety, and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) symptoms, which were found to be exacerbated […]

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Getting in festive mood with Lohri: New year 2021
CELEBRATE LOHRI

Our fight with coronavirus is far from over. But it's time to welcome the New Year on a celebratory note (keeping in mind COVID protocols!) with Makar Sankranti, Pongal, and ... READ MORE

Coronavirus: Pregnant women can transfer antibodies to their babies, study claims
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A recent study published in the journal JAMA Pediatrics claims that mothers who were infected with COVID-19 during their pregnancy could transfer antibodies to their unborn child through the placenta. The research ... READ MORE

Want to set healthy boundaries with your parents or family? Psychologist suggests simple strategies
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Healthy boundaries encourage mutual respect, foster a better understanding and improve communication. However, we still find it difficult to establish them with our parents. A psychologist offers simple suggestions to ... READ MORE

Ensuring Safety: A Guide to Bathing Precautions in Various Settings
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When it comes to bathing in unfamiliar places like hotels, pools, or other public spaces, prioritizing safety is paramount. Implementing proper precautions ensures a relaxing and hazard-free experience. Here's a ... READ MORE

Can children get Covid-19 vaccine yet?

Can children be vaccinated yet?

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How can parents enjoy their child’s adolescence?
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Adolescence is the time when a person develops from a child to an adult. The age from 10 to 19 years is generally considered adolescent age. Generally, parents are stressed ... READ MORE

10 Responsibilities of A Child and How to Teach Them?
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One of the most popular responses is whenever parents are questioned what characteristics they want their kids to have now and as grownups are "to be responsible." Of course, every ... READ MORE

10 Simple Ways to Set a Good Example for Your Children
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Children look up to their parents and follow everything that their parents do which makes parents concerned about their behavior. Being a parent is a responsibility that will determine your ... READ MORE

Is Kindle a Better Option Than Physical Books for Children? Pros and Cons
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In the ever-evolving landscape of parenting, the debate between digital and physical media for children's literature remains a topic of significant interest. As new mothers and mothers of toddlers, it's ... READ MORE

Night curfew announced on New Year’s Eve

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Night curfew announced in Delhi, Mumbai, Bangalore, Chennai & Kerala on New Year’s Eve We all are ready to be dazzled with blazing hot New Year eve parties in Delhi, Mumbai, Banglore, Kolkata and Chennai with foot-tapping music by renowned DJs, gourmet dining, unique performances, and much more! But Safety First… State authorities have issued […]

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Pfizer Starts COVID Vaccine Trials In Pregnant Women
COVID Vaccine Trials In Pregnant Women

Pfizer and its partner BioNTech have launched clinical trials to study the safety and effectiveness of its coronavirus vaccine on pregnant women. In a news release, Pfizer said “the first participants ... READ MORE

Kareena Kapoor, Saif Ali Khan with son Taimur welcome a new member in family ‘baby boy’
Kareena Kapoor, Saif Ali Khan with son

Taimur's finally got a baby brother! Kareena Kapoor & Saif Ali Khan have now became proud parents to a baby boy. The actress delivered her second baby on February 21 ... READ MORE

Covid-19 Vaccine: How to register for corona vaccination in India: Your step-by-step guide
Covid 19 Vaccine

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Want to increase kids’ vegetable intake? Serving larger portions of vegetables may help!
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Getting kids to eat enough vegetables can be quite a task, but a new Penn State study found that simply adding more veggies to their plates resulted in children consuming ... READ MORE