News for 'Lungs'

Satish Kumar sails into Olympics boxing quarter-finals

Satish Kumar sails into Olympics boxing quarter-finals

Rediff.com29 Jul 2021

The 32-year-old Indian eased into the quarter-finals of the Olympics men's +91kg boxing in his debut Olympic Games, defeating Jamaica's Ricardo Brown in his opening bout, in Tokyo, on Thursday.

Amid Lakhimpur SIT report, MoS Ajay Mishra attends office

Amid Lakhimpur SIT report, MoS Ajay Mishra attends office

Rediff.com16 Dec 2021

Facing increasing pressure from Opposition parties to quit over his jailed son, accused of running over farmers in Uttar Pradesh's Lakhimpur Kheri, Minister of State for Home Ajay Mishra Teni on Thursday joined office and held department related meeting with officials.

Historic! Rishi Sunak to be UK's 1st Indian-origin PM

Historic! Rishi Sunak to be UK's 1st Indian-origin PM

Rediff.com24 Oct 2022

Rishi Sunak on Monday is all set to make history on Diwali as Britain's first Indian-origin prime minister after being elected unopposed as the new leader of the governing Conservative Party, following Penny Mordaunt's withdrawal from the race.

First nasal spray for treating Covid patients launched in India

First nasal spray for treating Covid patients launched in India

Rediff.com9 Feb 2022

The company claims that when the Nitric Oxide Nasal is sprayed over nasal mucosa it acts as a physical and chemical barrier against the virus.

2 common allergy drugs found effective against Covid: Study

2 common allergy drugs found effective against Covid: Study

Rediff.com10 Dec 2021

Researchers from the University of Florida in the US noted that the combination includes diphenhydramine, an antihistamine used for allergy symptoms.

Eriksen scores on return but Denmark lose to Dutch

Eriksen scores on return but Denmark lose to Dutch

Rediff.com27 Mar 2022

Christian Eriksen's return to the Denmark team stole the show as he scored with his first touch after coming off the bench at the Johan Cruyff Arena on Saturday where Netherlands forward Steven Bergwijn netted twice as the hosts won 4-2.

SEE: Katrina has some exercises you can do at home

SEE: Katrina has some exercises you can do at home

Rediff.com18 Mar 2020

Can't go to the gym? Let Katrina Kaif inspire you to workout.

Lataji to take vaccine this week

Lataji to take vaccine this week

Rediff.com16 Apr 2021

'My personal doctor whom I trust blindly says it is best that I take the vaccination since it is absolutely safe.'

Risk of serious blood clots remains high even 6 months after Covid

Risk of serious blood clots remains high even 6 months after Covid

Rediff.com7 Apr 2022

The researchers found an increased risk of deep vein thrombosis -- a blood clot in the leg -- up to three months after COVID-19 infection, pulmonary embolism -- a blood clot in the lung -- up to six months, and a bleeding event up to two months.

How Kohli can 'drive' his way back to form...

How Kohli can 'drive' his way back to form...

Rediff.com29 Dec 2021

Virat Kohli shouldn't give up on the drives through the off-side which has got him loads of runs but he does need to be judicious while choosing the right delivery for the shot, said India's batting coach Vikram Rathour.

DOs and DON'TS to keep yourself HEALTHY

DOs and DON'TS to keep yourself HEALTHY

Rediff.com7 Apr 2021

The mantra to live a healthy and extensive life is to stay happy, says Dr Manjusha Agarwal.

Wimbledon PIX: Serena STUNNED by Tan in first-round

Wimbledon PIX: Serena STUNNED by Tan in first-round

Rediff.com29 Jun 2022

Serena return had been eagerly anticipated but 115th-ranked Tan ripped up the script with a nerve-shredding win.

Movie Legend Dilip Kumar passes into the ages

Movie Legend Dilip Kumar passes into the ages

Rediff.com7 Jul 2021

Dilip Kumar, India's enduring film legend through the decades, died at a Mumbai hospital on Wednesday, July 7, after a prolonged illness, his family and doctors treating him said.

Is COVID-19 lethal for your heart?

Is COVID-19 lethal for your heart?

Rediff.com7 Dec 2020

'The larger number of patients, who are being affected by COVID-19, are essentially people who have a history of heart disease to begin with, and then experience a more severe form of the infection with COVID-19, because of the existing risk factor.'

Aussie Lynn joins Mi teammates in Abu Dhabi

Aussie Lynn joins Mi teammates in Abu Dhabi

Rediff.com8 Sep 2020

Mumbai Indians also informed that Kiwi pacer Trent Boult and Australian speedster, James Pattinson, who was signed as a replacement for veteran Sri Lankan fast bowler Lasith Malinga, had joined the team last week.

PIX: Ten-man Barcelona held by Cadiz

PIX: Ten-man Barcelona held by Cadiz

Rediff.com24 Sep 2021

Barcelona's stumbling form continued as they were held to a disappointing 0-0 La Liga draw at Cadiz on Thursday and ended the game with 10 men after Frenkie de Jong was sent off.

Govts failed to deliver justice even after 37 years: Bhopal gas survivors

Govts failed to deliver justice even after 37 years: Bhopal gas survivors

Rediff.com1 Dec 2021

NGOs working for the rights of the survivors of the 1984 Bhopal gas disaster on Wednesday alleged that various governments in Madhya Pradesh and at the Centre have failed to bring the culprits of the world's biggest industrial tragedy to justice even after 37 years.

Pranab being treated for respiratory infection: Hospital

Pranab being treated for respiratory infection: Hospital

Rediff.com22 Aug 2020

'The condition of Shri Pranab Mukherjee remains unchanged this morning. He is deeply comatose and is being treated for respiratory infection. 'His vital parameters are stable and he continues to be on ventilatory support,' the hospital said in a statement.

Serena turned into bit of a recluse during COVID-19

Serena turned into bit of a recluse during COVID-19

Rediff.com9 Aug 2020

Serena Williams said on Saturday the COVID-19 outbreak has not only given her a much needed stretch of downtime with her family, it has also turned her into a bit of a "neurotic" and "a recluse" given her past health scares.

Shastri & Co. awaiting fit to fly certificate to return home

Shastri & Co. awaiting "fit to fly" certificate to return home

Rediff.com16 Sep 2021

India's head coach Ravi Shastri, along with bowling and fielding coaches Bharath Arun and R Sridhar, respectively, would need to undergo a "fit to fly" test post recovery from COVID-19, which led to the cancellation of the fifth Test against England in Manchester last week.

Test Your Big Cat IQ

Test Your Big Cat IQ

Rediff.com13 Oct 2022

Do you know the differences between the cheetah and the leopard?

7 Asanas To Prepare You For Yoga Day

7 Asanas To Prepare You For Yoga Day

Rediff.com14 Jun 2022

Divya Rolla lists asanas to begin your yoga journey.

Pollard, other Windies' stars check in for IPL 2020

Pollard, other Windies' stars check in for IPL 2020

Rediff.com12 Sep 2020

Caribbean stars and a few from other countries have also touched base with their teams after completing Caribbean Premier League engagements.

5 Asanas To Boost Immunity

5 Asanas To Boost Immunity

Rediff.com18 Jan 2022

Celebrity yogini and wellness entrepreneur Ira Trivedi shares simple stretches to improve your immune system.

Don't resort to your lung power: LS Speaker to unruly MPs

Don't resort to your lung power: LS Speaker to unruly MPs

Rediff.com19 Feb 2013

Ahead of the all-party meeting called by her on Wednesday, Lok Sabha Speaker Meira Kumar on Tuesday said she would appeal to everyone to allow Parliament to function smoothly amid apprehensions that the Opposition could cause disruptions over chopper scam and other issues.

After chemo, Sanjay Dutt returns to work

After chemo, Sanjay Dutt returns to work

Rediff.com8 Sep 2020

Sanjay Dutt, who is rumoured to be suffering from lung cancer, returned to work after reportedly completing the first round of chemotherapy at Mumbai's Kokilaben Dhirubhai Ambani hospital.

Kohli defends Indian team over DRS outburst

Kohli defends Indian team over DRS outburst

Rediff.com14 Jan 2022

India captain Virat Kohli on Friday defended his team's verbal attack on the broadcasters after Dean Elgar's contentious DRS reprieve, saying that people on the outside don't understand the trigger for such an outburst.

Pfizer vaccine less effective against Omicron: Study

Pfizer vaccine less effective against Omicron: Study

Rediff.com8 Dec 2021

The Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine provides less immunity against Omicron than from other coronavirus variants, according to a lab study that suggests a booster may still provide good protection.

RCB look to bounce back against high-flying KKR

RCB look to bounce back against high-flying KKR

Rediff.com29 Mar 2022

Kolkata Knight Riders will have their task cut out as they take on a determined Royal Challengers Bangalore in their IPL 2022 league match on Wednesday.

Zaheer explains why Hardik is not bowling

Zaheer explains why Hardik is not bowling

Rediff.com12 Apr 2021

'Hardik is always of great value, everyone knows that. It was a workload related thing in the previous game'

Akash Kumar beaten in World Boxing semis

Akash Kumar beaten in World Boxing semis

Rediff.com4 Nov 2021

Debutant Akash Kumar (54kg) signed off with a bronze medal in the AIBA men's World Boxing Championships after losing to Kazakhstan teenager Makhmud Sabyrkhan in the semi-finals, in Belgrade, on Thursday.

Geneticist Raj Barathur passes into the ages

Geneticist Raj Barathur passes into the ages

Rediff.com27 Aug 2020

Raj Barathur -- Indian American entrepreneur, geneticist, professor and biopharmaceutical industry leader -- stayed the course even when diagnosed with lung cancer

Ex-New Zealand pacer O'Brien fears for wife's life

Ex-New Zealand pacer O'Brien fears for wife's life

Rediff.com24 Mar 2020

Struggling to find a flight to get back to his family in the United Kingdom, former Zealand pacer Iain O'Brien says he is worried about his wife's health as she has a lung condition, which puts her at great risk in the rapidly-spreading coronavirus pandemic. The 43-year-old from Wellington, who now lives with his wife Rosie and two kids -- Alethea and Zain -- in the UK, was in New Zealand to deal with some mental health issues that he has been working on.

The Perfect 30-Minute Workout For You

The Perfect 30-Minute Workout For You

Rediff.com25 Jul 2022

These 9 workouts are sure to hit every muscle and strengthen your body.

Misuse of steroids is cause of mucormycosis: AIIMS chief

Misuse of steroids is cause of mucormycosis: AIIMS chief

Rediff.com15 May 2021

At AIIMS, 23 patients are being treated for this fungal infection. Out of them, 20 are still Covid-19 positive and the rest are negative for Covid. Many states have reported more than 500 cases of mucormycosis, said Guleria.

WELLNESS GURU: Are e-cigarettes dangerous?

WELLNESS GURU: Are e-cigarettes dangerous?

Rediff.com21 Sep 2022

'E-cigarette devices expose users to toxic metals like lead, arsenic, chromium and nickel,' warns Wellness Guru Roopashree Sharma.

Delhi to set up dedicated centres for treatment of black fungus

Delhi to set up dedicated centres for treatment of black fungus

Rediff.com21 May 2021

Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal on Thursday said dedicated centres will be set up for the treatment of black fungus or mucormycosis cases at three city government-run hospitals.

Bihar Dy CM Sushil Modi tests positive for COVID-19

Bihar Dy CM Sushil Modi tests positive for COVID-19

Rediff.com22 Oct 2020

Modi, one of the tallest leaders of the Bharatiya Janata Party in Bihar, had been missing from action for quite some time and was conspicuous by his absence when Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman released the party's manifesto earlier in the day.

COPD: 2nd biggest cause for deaths in India

COPD: 2nd biggest cause for deaths in India

Rediff.com5 Feb 2019

'COPD causes an economic loss of Rs 35,000 crores.' 'We cannot afford to lose such a huge amount due to one disease.' 'COPD is a non-communicable disease and that's why it remained low in priority.' 'The time is right to shift the focus to COPD as HIV/AIDS and TB are under control. 'This badly neglected disease has become the second largest cause for deaths in India.' 'It is time for us to wake up and give due importance to this disease.'

5 Asanas For A FITTER 2022

5 Asanas For A FITTER 2022

Rediff.com4 Jan 2022

Celebrity yogini and wellness entrepreneur Ira Trivedi tells you how to stay fit and strong in 2022.