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20-20-20 rule for eyes: how to take a screen break safely
The 20-20-20 rule for eyes means looking at something about 20 feet away for 20 seconds after every 20 minutes of close screen work. The US National Eye Institute recommends it as a way to give your e...
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Moderate intensity exercise: how to use the talk test
During moderate intensity aerobic exercise, you should generally be able to talk but not sing. Durin...
Stretching exercises for beginners at home: a gentle guide
Beginner stretching at home can start with gentle seated neck movements and a calf stretch using a w...
Sitting too long: health effects and how to break up the day
Sitting for long periods is associated with poorer health outcomes, and doing a workout does not rem...
How much water should I drink a day? What counts as fluid
There is no single water quantity that fits every adult in every situation. The NHS uses 6 to 8 cups...
Varanasi cancer hospitals list four contract roles, apply by November 6
VARANASI: Four contract recruitment notices issued on Friday, October 30, 2026, invite applications ...
Dengue symptoms in adults: warning signs after fever falls
Dengue symptoms can include a high fever, headache, pain behind the eyes, muscle and joint pain, nau...
How much sugar per day? What WHO means by 50 grams
WHO recommends keeping free sugars below 10% of daily energy intake. Its healthy diet factsheet tran...
How to brush teeth properly: two minutes, all surfaces, no rinse
To brush teeth properly, the NHS advises brushing with fluoride toothpaste twice a day for about two...
India government vaccination schedule: birth to 16 years
India's government childhood vaccination schedule begins at birth, continues through visits at 6, 10...
Water intake per day: what 6 to 8 glasses actually means
A useful starting guide for daily fluid intake is 6 to 8 cups or glasses, according to the NHS Eatwe...
Hand washing steps: the technique and what the timing means
The basic hand washing steps are to wet your hands, apply soap, clean every surface, rinse and dry t...
Varanasi cancer hospitals set November 3 medical officer walk-in
VARANASI: Tata Memorial Centre issued a notice on Thursday, October 29, 2026, inviting Indian nation...
Fibre rich vegetarian foods: pulses, wholegrains and Indian meals
Vegetarian fibre sources include lentils, chickpeas, beans, wholegrains, vegetables, fruit, nuts and...
Strength exercises at home for beginners: chair and wall moves
Beginner strength exercises at home can start with a stable chair and a wall. The NHS suggests gentl...
Gurugram details Chirayu contributions for November 1 expansion
GURUGRAM: The district administration on Wednesday, October 28, 2026, set out the income bands, annu...
Gurugram Sector 38 clinic adds behavioural addiction assessments
GURUGRAM: Adayu announced a Behavioural Addiction Clinic at its Sector 38 hospital on Wednesday, Oct...
Gurugram Chirayu scheme expands November 1: who can apply
GURUGRAM: Haryana's expanded Chirayu scheme will open to eligible families earning more than Rs 3 la...
BMI calculator formula: kg, cm and South Asian thresholds
The adult BMI formula is weight in kilograms divided by height in metres squared: BMI = kg ÷ m². If ...
Walking benefits for health: brisk pace and weekly minutes
Walking can help you become more active, and brisk walking can contribute to the weekly aerobic acti...