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Yes, that sex toy can make you sick if you don’t clean it properly

October 14, 2025 3:58 pm

Here’s how to clean your sex toys safely, according to an expert

10 surprising things that can unexpectedly cause blood sugar levels to spike and what you can do

July 03, 2025 9:30 am

Understanding these less obvious triggers gives you more control.

After rare surgery in Delhi, man now carries five kidneys; a look at the groundbreaking case

January 06, 2026 12:08 pm

Performing a third kidney transplant is rare due to multiple challenges.

Knowledge nugget of the day: Brain-eating amoeba

October 25, 2024 7:29 pm

The "brain-eating amoeba" causes a fatal infection of the brain and its protective layers. Here is everything you need to know about it. 

When is the 'lice season' and how can you stay safe?

October 02, 2024 2:26 pm

While "lice don't carry diseases," they can cause discomfort and secondary infections if not treated promptly.

All about Mpox clade 1 variant — 'the more virulent and deadlier' strain of the virus — detected in Kerala

September 25, 2024 8:50 pm

The 38-year-old who recently returned from the United Arab Emirates tested positive last week

Are deadly fungal infections causing a 'silent pandemic'? Experts elucidate

September 24, 2024 2:53 pm

Untreatable Fungal Infections: The impact is serious, especially in vulnerable populations, said Dr Ravi Shekher Jha, director, pulmonology, MD, MRCP Fortis Hospital, Faridabad

Five common eye infections you should be aware of this monsoon season

July 17, 2024 12:26 pm

Dr Navya C, consultant ophthalmologist at Athreya Super Speciality Hospital details the five common eye infections and how to prevent them

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