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Never mix toilet cleaners, pulmonologist warns after witnessing 'emergency' case: 'One wrong combination can permanently injure your lungs'

December 10, 2025 6:28 pm

Steer clear of steam inhalation or home remedies, as they might worsen airway inflammation, said

In a toxic world, pets could be vital health watchdogs

October 07, 2025 3:37 pm

Cats and dogs, which tend to spend a lot of time on or near the ground, could be at elevated risk from other chemical contaminants.

A cancer survivor lists 'toxic' things one should never use at home after being diagnosed at 35 while pregnant; we verify

April 18, 2025 1:42 pm

According to her, it's time to make "small, meaningful changes" if you want to prioritise your health and feel good in your body again.

4 hidden chemicals that can damage your hair; here's what you can do

March 29, 2025 5:30 pm

If you notice symptoms of chemical damage, consider reducing chemical exposure and using hair treatments to restore health.

While using bleach might seem as a quick fix to eliminate mould, this common solution might actually make things worse.

Why spraying bleach on mould can 'create one of the most a toxic mixtures' (and what you should do instead)

December 09, 2024 5:56 pm

While bleach might seem like a quick fix, using it on mould can create a toxic environment and leave the root of the problem unaddressed

Fact check: Vitamin B12 supplement containing cyanocobalamin is as toxic as cyanide

November 20, 2024 8:47 am

There are two commonly used vitamin B12 supplements: cyanocobalamin and methylcobalamin, said Dr Vichar Nigam, consultant, internal medicine, Manipal Hospital, Kharadi, Pune

Five workers dead after inhaling toxic fumes from sludge tank at Kutch Agrotech

October 17, 2024 1:45 am

Police said the lack of any safety equipment, including breathing apparatus or rope harness to pull up a worker in danger, was the cause behind the death.

The Dosties, father and son, in a barn that once sheltered their cattle, in Fairfield, Maine on July 24, 2024. Pastures were fertilized with toxic sewage decades ago. Nobody knew, until the cows’ milk was tested. (Greta Rybus/The New York Times), forever chemicals

Her children were sick. Was it ‘forever chemicals’ on the family farm?

September 29, 2024 11:28 am

These chemicals have been manufactured in vast quantities for decades, even as evidence of their dangers mounted.

Autistic child's mom claims air fryer's 'metal toxicity' led his medical tests to show 'high levels for antimony'; know more

August 06, 2024 5:33 pm

Air fryers have become extremely popular because of their ability to cook crispy and delicious food in less oil, but there is still a concern about their toxicity, said Jinal Patel, dietitian, Zynova Shalby Hospital.

'Suspected cases' of 'Teflon flu' rise in the US: Find out if you are at risk, too

July 30, 2024 5:30 pm

Headache, chills, fever, nausea, chest tightness, cough, and sore throat are some common symptoms

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Easily available in your kitchen, these foods will help keep pollution-related ailments at bay

November 08, 2019 9:07 am

While the latest updates say that the air quality has improved in Delhi NCR, the pollution levels continue to remain high. But worry not as these foods will help keep you fit.