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Could morning cough and wheezing signal a lung problem?

Could morning cough and wheezing signal a lung problem?

Dr Pavan Yadav MV warns that a morning cough lasting over three weeks, especially with wheezing, breathlessness, phlegm or frequent chest infections, should not be ignored. Such symptoms may point to asthma, COPD or other chronic airway diseases and may require tests such as chest X-ray and spirometry.

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Medical Dialogues 7:22 AM • 26 Sept 2026
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AIIMS-Delhi cautions people against misreading fever tests

AIIMS-Delhi cautions people against misreading fever tests

Delhi is witnessing a seasonal rise in influenza and upper respiratory infections, with patients reporting fever, cough and running nose. However, doctors say there is no evidence of a new influenza variant behind the current spell. What is creating confusion, however, is the number of patients who continue to have fever or respiratory symptoms and subsequently test positive for typhoid.

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The Tribune 4:30 AM • 26 Sept 2026
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Zylo AI Calorie Tracker

From Tracking to Transformation, My Journey with Zylo AI Calorie Counter

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Injury scare for India skipper Gill before West Indies ODIs

Injury scare for India skipper Gill before West Indies ODIs

India skipper Shubman Gill faced an injury scare after being struck on the elbow by Mohammed Siraj during training at Thiruvananthapuram's Greenfield Stadium. Gill was attended by medical staff following the blow, while reports said the injury required bandaging. The BCCI is yet to provide an official update on his condition.

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Free Press Journal 3:16 PM • 25 Sept 2026
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 MP is expanding child healthcare in Balaghat

MP is expanding child healthcare in Balaghat

Madhya Pradesh has expanded child healthcare in Balaghat, tripling paediatric beds from 50 to 150 and increasing PICU beds from 10 to 21. The state has also intensified malaria screening, measles-rubella vaccination, diarrhoea control, mobile medical services and maternal healthcare efforts across remote and tribal areas.

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Medical Dialogues 12:05 PM • 25 Sept 2026
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1,110 Arogya Mandirs strengthening Tripura healthcare

1,110 Arogya Mandirs strengthening Tripura healthcare

Tripura has established 1,110 Arogya Mandirs to expand access to basic healthcare, CM Manik Saha said. The state is also strengthening district and referral hospitals, telemedicine and rural health services. Saha added that referrals outside Tripura have fallen sharply as local medical infrastructure improves.

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Medical Dialogues 11:41 AM • 25 Sept 2026
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Why are lung diseases often diagnosed too late?

Why are lung diseases often diagnosed too late?

Dr Viny Kantroo explains that lung diseases are often diagnosed late because early symptoms like persistent cough, breathlessness and wheezing may be mistaken for pollution, ageing or infections. Smoking is not the only risk; air pollution and occupational exposure also matter. Early evaluation can help detect disease and start timely treatment.

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Medical Dialogues 11:38 AM • 25 Sept 2026
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I Lost 26 Kgs — Zylo AI Calorie Tracker Made It Possible, it's the best calorie Tracker I have used

I’d tried every diet and app before, but nothing stuck. Then I discovered Zylo AI. Instead of guessing, I started tracking my meals with a single photo. Zylo instantly showed me calories, protein, and nutrients no manual logging, no confusion.
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Study links long-term PM2.5 exposure to faster kidney decline

Study links long-term PM2.5 exposure to faster kidney decline

A study of more than 12,000 adults in Chennai and Delhi found that long-term exposure to PM2.5 was associated with declining kidney function. The association was stronger in Delhi, where pollution levels were substantially higher. Researchers said the findings add to evidence linking air pollution with cardio-kidney-metabolic health.

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The South First 10:28 AM • 25 Sept 2026
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Is ovulation the only factor affecting fertility in PMOS?

Is ovulation the only factor affecting fertility in PMOS?

Dr Anita David explains that fertility in women with PMOS involves more than ovulation. Metabolic health, insulin resistance, uterine lining, age, tubal health and male-factor infertility can also affect conception. She stresses that fertility care should assess the whole picture and continue beyond conception to support a healthy pregnancy.

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Medical Dialogues 9:47 AM • 25 Sept 2026
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UP Dy CM urges doctors to write prescriptions in Hindi

UP Dy CM urges doctors to write prescriptions in Hindi

Uttar Pradesh Deputy CM and Health Minister Brajesh Pathak urged doctors to write medicine and test names in Hindi or Devanagari and communicate with patients in their mother tongue or local dialects. He said simpler language can help patients better understand treatment advice and strengthen trust between doctors and patients.

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Medical Dialogues 9:42 AM • 25 Sept 2026
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Supta Padangusthasana Improve Flexibility and Ease Back Pain

Supta Padangusthasana Improve Flexibility and Ease Back Pain

Supta Padangusthasana may help improve flexibility, stretch the hamstrings, calves, hips and lower back, and support better blood circulation. The yoga pose may also ease stiffness and back discomfort. People with serious joint injuries, severe sciatica, or recent back or abdominal surgery should avoid it or seek medical advice.

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Medical Dialogues 9:40 AM • 25 Sept 2026
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