The ‘Glass of Water’ Test That Shows If Your Indoor Air Is Too Dry or Too DampA simple glass of water and ice can reveal your home's air quality. This easy test shows if your indoor air is too dry or too humid. Dry ai...
23 Apr, 2026, 05.09 PM IST
You Bought It, You Love It… But Should You Really Wear It Yet? What Experts Say About New ClothesNew clothes purchased in America often carry hidden risks, from lingering chemicals like formaldehyde and artificial dyes to bacteria and e...
11 Apr, 2026, 04.24 PM IST
Does Drying Clothes Indoors Damage Your Homes Air QualityDrying clothes inside your home can be harmful. Scientific studies show it increases indoor humidity, promoting mold and dust mites. This c...
31 Mar, 2026, 06.50 PM IST
What is Aspergillus fungus? Two dead, four seriously ill as fungal infection cluster engulfs major Sydney hospital, authorities launch probe; all you need to knowA massive tragedy struck Sydney's Royal Prince Alfred Hospital as a fungal outbreak claimed two lives and left four critically ill. Investi...
26 Feb, 2026, 12.10 PM IST
Researchers develop nasal vaccine offering wide protection against viruses and bacteria in miceStanford Medicine researchers have developed a novel nasal vaccine that provides mice with broad protection against respiratory viruses, ba...
20 Feb, 2026, 08.06 PM IST
What's Coccidioides (Valley Fever)? The 'Last of Us'-like deadly fungal superbug spreading globally and infecting even healthy peopleFungal infections are emerging as a global health crisis, with valley fever spreading rapidly due to climate change and wildfires. Drug res...
08 May, 2025, 10.39 AM IST
Sneezing and coughing despite hot weather? Doctor reveals the cause as 5–7 patients visit daily with this issueHospitals are witnessing a surge in allergy cases, with patients experiencing sneezing, runny noses, and itchy eyes. Doctors attribute thes...
10 Apr, 2025, 12.22 PM IST
Air Purifier Buying Guide - How to choose the best Air Purifiers for youThe nation's overall high degree of air pollution is being signalled by bad air quality. As a result, air purifiers are becoming increasing...
09 Nov, 2022, 06.00 PM IST
The Secret of Dust Revealed: What's dust, where it come from & how to deal with itDust is not always bad. There is emerging evidence that some “filth” is beneficial as it may help your immune system and reduce allergy ris...
29 Sep, 2021, 03.46 PM IST
Troubled by dust? 1/3 of it originates at home, includes skin cells and decomposing insectsWet mopping also removes fine dust left behind by sweeping or vacuuming.
27 Sep, 2021, 07.11 PM IST
Delhi govt to launch drive to plant 33 lakh saplings from Jun 5: Gopal Rai"The central government had given us a target to plant 15 lakh saplings in the city last year. We planted 32 lakh saplings. This time, the ...
02 Jun, 2021, 02.19 PM IST
Not just respiratory droplets, airborne dust & fibre particles can also spread coronavirusMicroscopic fibres from an inanimate object may carry infectious viruses.
18 Aug, 2020, 05.51 PM IST
Don't share household items like cups, regularly disinfect door knobs & mobile: Preventive tips for asthma patients during the pandemicPeople with underlying conditions are at higher risk of Covid-19.
05 May, 2020, 04.47 PM IST
How to protect your skin and hair from this toxic air pollutionThese simple tips can help minimise the negative effects of the hazardous air quality.
10 Nov, 2017, 11.51 AM IST
Dust-sized sensors may soon be available for treating epilepsyResearchers from UCBerkeley have just built the first prototype of tiny sensors that can monitor nerves, muscles and internal organs.
08 Aug, 2016, 07.33 PM IST
Taking Vitamin D during pregnancy helps reduce childhood allergy rateThis is the first study to show that correcting poor vitamin D status during pregnancy and infancy might prevent childhood asthma.
18 Apr, 2016, 06.12 PM IST
The curious case of Devyani Khobragade: India, US contradicting each otherImmunity ratione materiae covers individuals only in respect of acts that can be characterised as "official acts" or "acts performed in an ...
08 Jan, 2014, 06.03 AM IST