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Demand for Summer Holidays Expected To Surpass Pre-Pandemic Levels
With the largest number of resorts in Uttarakhand across popular naturally surrounded destinations like Corbett Park, Nainital, Naukuchiatal, Kausani & Bhimtal,the Group has hailed the enhanced connectivity to the state's important tourist destinations.
Risk of severe illness with Omicron similar to Delta: Study
Even though Omicron has generally been touted as mild, the findings led by Johns Hopkins University researchers indicate that infections with the highly contagious variant should not be underestimated. "It is a common belief that the Omicron variant is less severe than previous variants," said lead author Heba Mostafa, Assistant Professor of pathology at the University's School of Medicine.
How Covid pandemic contributed to drug overdose risk
Drug overdoses have soared during the Covid-19 pandemic, with US overdose deaths topping 100,000 during the 12-month period ending in April 2021. Researchers noted that the pandemic and strategies for preventing the spread of the virus, such as stay-at-home orders, may have contributed to this increase in deaths, from interruptions to harm reduction programs to isolation and worsening mental health.
6 in 10 people continue to suffer a year after Covid infection: Study
The study, being presented at this year's European Congress of Clinical Microbiology and Infectious Diseases (ECCMID) in Portugal, found that Covid-19 symptoms that don't clear up after 15 weeks are likely to last at least a year. An estimated 25-40 per cent of people with Covid-19 develop long Covid, persisting symptoms that can affect multiple organs and include mental health problems.
Fruit to keep you hydrated in summers
While summers can be extremely exhausting and force you to spend more time indoors to protect yourself from the sun, the exciting aspect of summer is delicious ice creams and fruit such as watermelons, strawberries, pineapples, and many more. This list of summer fruit is a great addition to your diet.
Asthma drug can block crucial SARS-CoV-2 protein: IISc study
Approved by the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the drug, called montelukast, has been around for more than 20 years and is usually prescribed to reduce inflammation caused by conditions like asthma, hay fever and hives, the official release by IISC stated on Monday.
Changing dynamics of the drape
Priyanka Priyadarshini, Category Head, Navyasa by Liva sarees said: "Today's fashion thought leaders, such as new generation designers, creative artists, and fashion content providers, have affected trends by reinventing the garment with a fresh and new viewpoint, challenging the traditional feminine aesthetics associated with it.
Best practices to drive safe and secure digital payments
The increasing popularity and use of digital payments raises a critical question. How many of us have any idea what we're doing? Are we utilising all of the tools at our disposal as we try to wrap our heads around conducting online transactions? If you need a refresher on how to navigate digital payments, CRED has compiled a list of best practises to follow. These suggestions will assist you in remaining vigilant and ensuring the security of your financial information and transactions.
Longer gap between Covid vax boosts antibody production 9-fold
The study, which is available only as a preprint and not peer-reviewed yet, found that higher antibody levels due to longer gaps between doses had more effect in younger participants. Post-dose 1, those with previous infection had up to ten times higher antibody levels than naive individuals. After dose 2, those with previous infection had antibody levels more than twice as high as those who hadn't had previous infection.
Bhakti Sangeet festival features sufis and bhajans
The Delhi government wowed the audience with spiritual renditions on the second day of the Bhakti Sangeet Festival, which was organised by Sahitya Kala Parishad and the Department of Art, Culture, and Languages. Bhakti Sangeet Festival had a lot to offer to the capital's devotional music fans
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