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Doctor speaks: Here are some myths and facts related to hypertension
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
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 Myths—and the Facts you should know
6 Common Asthma Myths—and 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 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


Video | Curing Myths: Can wheat cause cancer?
Video | Curing Myths: Can wheat cause cancer?

Dr. S. Jayanthi, Consultant Medical Oncologist at Kamineni Hospitals, busts this common myth and explains the science behind it.

By Newsmeter Network  Published on 19 April 2025 9:00 PM IST


Autism Awareness Month: Debunking common myths about autism
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 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


Tamil Video | Curing Myths: Are sugary foods the only cause of tooth decay?
Tamil Video | Curing Myths: Are sugary foods the only cause of tooth decay?

Dr. Preetha Balaji (BDS, MDS - Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery, Balaji Dental and Craniofacial Hospital) debunks common myths on tooth decay.

By Newsmeter Network  Published on 22 March 2025 12:30 PM IST


Fact Check: Sunscreen causes skin cancer? Find the facts here
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
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 it’s rare, advise precautions
Fact Check: Can bird flu be transmitted to humans? Doctors say it’s 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?
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


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