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Doctor speaks: Here are some myths and facts related to hypertension
Hypertension or high blood pressure is one of the most common lifestyle-related medical conditions today, affecting around 1.3 billion adults globally...
By Neelambaran A Published on 16 May 2025 9:00 AM IST
Myth vs Facts: Clearing Common Misconceptions About Thalassemia
Though thalassemia is a inherited blood disorder, there are several misconceptions about the condition.
By Neelambaran A Published on 10 May 2025 3:45 PM IST
6 Common Asthma Mythsāand the Facts you should know
Despite being a common respiratory disease, there are lot of misunderstandings about asthma
By Neelambaran A Published on 5 May 2025 9:00 AM IST
Stress Awareness Month: Debunking common misconceptions about stress
Stress is a common factor which affects several people in different ways, but several myths exist.
By Neelambaran A Published on 25 April 2025 9:00 AM IST
Autism Awareness Month: Debunking common myths about autism
Autism or Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a complex neurodevelopmental condition characterised by behavioural, social and communication differences....
By Neelambaran A Published on 10 April 2025 9:30 AM IST
TB Awareness Month: Busting 5 common myths about the disease
TB declined from 28 persons per lakh population in 2015 to 23 persons per lakh population in 2022
By Neelambaran A Published on 23 March 2025 1:54 PM IST
Fact Check: Sunscreen causes skin cancer? Find the facts here
An instagram video claims that using sunscreen can result in skin cancer
By Neelambaran A Published on 5 March 2025 11:39 AM IST
Fact Check: Cinnamon water keeps type 2 diabetes in check? Know the truth
The consumption of cinnamon water alone cannot help in controlling type 2 diabetes as per various studies
By Neelambaran A Published on 18 Feb 2025 4:46 PM IST
Fact Check: Can bird flu be transmitted to humans? Doctors say itās rare, advise precautions
With bird flu outbreaks in Telangana and other states, there is ambiguity over whether humans will be affected by the virus
By Neelambaran A Published on 14 Feb 2025 4:36 PM IST
Fact Check: Can taking green chillies after drinking alcohol keep your liver safe?
A facebook video claims that eating green chillies can protect people from liver damage even after consuming alcohol.
By Neelambaran A Published on 8 Feb 2025 2:23 PM IST
How consuming hot tea or coffee on empty stomach can exacerbate gastritis, ulcers
Consuming black coffee or any hot beverages can exaggerate the symptoms of gastritis and worsen ulcers. This wont help in reducing weight or fat loss.
By Neelambaran A Published on 6 Feb 2025 9:00 AM IST
Fact Check: Onion juice reduces blood pressure? Viral claim is misleading
The instagram video claims that consuming onion juice continuously can reduce blood pressure which has limited scientific backing
By Neelambaran A Published on 27 Jan 2025 7:29 PM IST
