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FAQs
What is the India Health Hour?
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India Health Hour was an initiative by the top medical minds of the country, enabled by Practo.It was conducted from 1st May 2020 to 1st July 2020. The aim was to provide all Indians with FREE access to top doctors from across the country through online consultations. These doctors are pioneers in their respective fields, some of whom are Padma Shri awardees, Founders, Directors, or Heads of Departments at top hospitals and notable contributors in the medical field. These doctors volunteered to help Indians stay healthy during these difficult times.
What happened during the India Health Hour?
I consulted online during the India Health Hour. Where can I see my consultations?
When can I consult again during the India Health Hour?
Coronavirus Updates
Updated 38440hr 9min ago
Decentralised COVID-19 management across all Indian states
Read how to treat asymptomatic and mild cases of COVID-19 at home
Trials show promising dual immune response to the novel coronavirus
India's COVID-19 recovery rate now at 62%
Updated 38440hr 9min ago
Decentralised COVID-19 management across all Indian states
Read how to treat asymptomatic and mild cases of COVID-19 at home
Trials show promising dual immune response to the novel coronavirus
India's COVID-19 recovery rate now at 62%
Take Precautions
The COVID-19 pandemic has changed the way we now live, work and travel. With the lockdown being relaxed in a phase-wise manner, we will slowly start moving back to our workplaces and offices.
In light of this, all employers and employees have to take and follow necessary precautions to curb the spread of Coronavirus infection. Besides regular and deep sanitization of offices, strict implementation of social distancing, temperature monitoring, and wearing a mask have to be followed.
Here is a comprehensive guideline for getting workplaces ready for COVID-19Additionally, remember to do the following once you are back home from work:
Cover your nose & mouth completely
Always remove the mask from behind
Dispose of all surgical masks in a closed bin
Use a handwash after handling a mask
For all those who are continuing to work from home, practice social distancing, and hand and face hygiene practices. DO NOT STEP OUT, unless there’s an emergency!
To address any health concern, consult a doctor online from the comfort of your home and follow their instructions.
Keep These Essentials Handy
Here’s what you need to combat COVID-19 at home:
Thermometer
Oximeter
Tissues & Paper Towels
Handwash & Sanitizers
Paracetamol
Steamer
While most of us are still expected to be indoors, staying positive, and engaged is getting more challenging.
Check Trusted sources only
Routine, Routine & routine
Stay virtually connected
Eat your veggies
Limit watching COVID-19 news
Do not panic if you catch a cold
Say NO to alcohol, tobacco & drugs
Avoid fatty foods
Call the government helpline number and seek help to deal with mental issues and stress
080-46110007
COPY NUMBERTreat Symptoms
Fever
Dry Cough
Tiredness
Repeated Shivering
Muscle Pain
New Loss of Taste or Smell
Sore Throat
Headache
Chills
If you experience any of the above symptoms, take the novel coronavirus symptom check to find out the risk level of your infection and evaluate the need to either consult a doctor or get tested for COVID-19.
Try our symptom checker
Evaluate your Coronavirus infection risk level
Also note, the CDC added three more symptoms to the list of warning signs of COVID-19 infection, along with difficulty in breathing.
If you have early signs of flu / fever, consult with a doctor online to know more
Treat Mild Symptoms At Home
Treating mild symptoms or mild-infection of COVID-19 at home is easy and comfortable too. Just remember the following:
Drink prescribed cough syrup for relief. Treat a sore throat with honey & lemon water or throat lozenges
Use a humidifier. Turn the shower on hot and breathe in steam in the bathroom
Eat freshly cooked, light meals, vegetable soups or porridge for easy digestion
Hydrate, Hydrate, and Hydrate! Preferably drink warm water
Take plenty of rest and do not leave the house
Eat paracetamol over an Ibuprofen to treat fever at or over 38℃.
Wear gloves and a mask to avoid spreading the infection to others at home
Wash bedsheets, towels, and clothes in hot water and iron to disinfect them
If your symptoms become severe or you are having breathing difficulties or a high fever, immediately check with your doctor and check if you have to be hospitalized.
Experts Talk
What Experts Are Saying
4 reasons why Coronavirus has cornered us!
By Dr. CMA Baliappa
Everything you need to know about Coronavirus
By Dr. CMA Baliappa
Health Articles On COVID-19
COVID-19 Update: Omicron Symptoms And Revised Home Isolation Guidelines
By Practo,
Teeth Grinding & The Effect of The Pandemic
By Dr.Pavan T.P, Dentist
Understanding The Science Behind Booster Doses
New COVID-19 Vaccines And Drug: What You Need to Know
Read more on Practo.com
Official Resources
List of hotspot districts in the country (30/4/2020)
Protocols and measures for different COVID-19 zones across India (01/05/2020)
Advisory against the spraying of disinfectant on people (18/04/2020)
State-wise helpline number for COVID-19
Minding our Minds during COVID-19
A manual on homemade or DIY masks
Myths & Facts
Holding your breath for 10 seconds or more without any discomfort means you are free from COVID-19
The best way to confirm if you have COVID-19 is with a laboratory test. Do not try this breathing experiment, it can be very dangerous.
Temperatures higher than 25℃ degrees will prevent COVID-19
Countries with hot weather have reported cases of COVID-19.
There is a specific medicine to prevent or treat the new Coronavirus
Till date, there are no specific medicines or treatments for COVID-19. Research & development for new medicines and vaccines are being carried out.
Mosquito bites can cause COVID-19
There is no evidence to prove that mosquitoes can transmit COVID-19. COVID-19 primarily spreads from one infected person to another.
Be wary of other such myths Read Now
FAQs
What is Coronavirus?
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Coronavirus is a crown-shaped virus that can be transmitted between both animals and humans. It belongs to a large family of viruses that can cause problems ranging from the common cold to severe respiratory diseases.
What are COVID-19 and 2019-nCoV?
Can anyone get a test done for checking for COVID-19?
Can Coronavirus testing be done in a lab near me?
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