Tag: pandemic
Increased Screen Time During Covid Lockdown Has Raised Myopia In Children: Study
Significant curbs on time spent outdoors and sharp rise in screen time during the coronavirus pandemic have led to the rise in childhood short-sightedness, also known as myopia, suggests a study. ....
Covid May Be Endemic But Has Not 'ended' In India: Experts
Covid-19 is endemic in India, but it does not mean "the end" of the deadly infectious disease, say experts emphasising the need to continue with Covid appropriate behaviour and vaccination. ....
Children Gained Excess Weight During Covid Pandemic: Study
A new study has revealed that children gained excess weight during the Covid-19 pandemic, especially those between 5 to 11 years old. ....
Delhi Hospital Sees 2-fold Rise In Adolescents With Anxiety, Depression
A two-fold increase in anxiety, and depression cases among adolescents has been seen, as compared to pre-pandemic times, doctors at Indraprastha Apollo Hospitals reported.....
Don't Bottle Up Pandemic-induced Stress, Start Socialising: Experts
It's nearly two years since the Covid-19 pandemic struck the world. Yet the fear and anxiety it brought, especially in those who suffered from the infectious disease, forced to remain in isolation at home, lost their near and dear ones and were left jobless for months, is hard to let go. ....
Kids Act As Spreaders Of Covid, Emerging Variants: Study
Infants, children and adolescents are equally capable of carrying high levels of live and replicating SARS-CoV-2, the virus causing Covid-19, in their respiratory secretions, researchers have confirmed in a new study, emphasising that kids are an essential component of beating the pandemic. ....
Saif Ali Khan: 'Tattoo Waaliye' Biggest Song Shot By Industry During Pandemic
Actor Saif Ali Khan, who is all geared up for the release of his upcoming film 'Bunty Aur Babli 2', calls the song 'Tattoo Waaliye' the biggest song shot by the Indian film industry during the pandemic. ....
How Face Masks Affect Our Social Interaction
While masks are essential in preventing the risk of Covid-19 infections, they can also have a detrimental effect on our ability to socially interact and share other people's emotions, new research suggests. ....
Farah Khan Kunder's Daughter Anya Wins PETA India Award
In time for Children's Day (November 14), a Compassionate Kid Award is on the way from People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA) India to 13-year-old Anya Kunder, daughter of celebrated Bollywood filmmaker and choreographer Farah Khan Kunder, in recognition of her work to help homeless animals during the Covid-19 pandemic.....
British PM Boris Johnson Announces End Of Covid Restrictions Despite Criticism
British Prime Minister Boris Johnson has announced the end of all domestic Covid-19 restrictions in England in a process starting later this week. ....
