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Gastroenterologist debunks 5 common myths about viral hepatitis

People who avoid alcohol can also get hepatitis, cautions Dr Shankar Lal Jat.

Updated 4 days ago

Can manicure and pedicure lead to hepatitis B and C? Hepatologist explains

The chances of hepatitis infection during manicure and pedicure is less but not zero.

Updated 4 days ago

Treat all Hepatitis B cases immediately to save lives

If the Hepatitis B virus (HBV) is suppressed, the risk of transmission to the family and close contacts is negligible.

Published 5 days ago

Who should get tested for hepatitis? Doctor shares screening guidelines

You may not feel sick, but hepatitis could still be affecting your liver.

Updated 5 days ago

Dr Shubham Vatsya shares what every family should know about Hepatitis B and C

Myths about Hepatitis often affect normal family life, shares Dr Shubham Vatsya.

Updated 7 days ago

Gut doctor explains the effects of Hepatitis B and why one should be vaccinated

Hepatitis B often evades early detection, shares Dr Ayush Dhingra.

Updated 10 days ago

Hepatitis B positivity triples in Palwal after Chainsa outbreak: RTI data

Hepatitis B positivity triples in Palwal after Chainsa outbreak: RTI data

Published 45 days ago

Energy drinks, treatment by fake doctors behind deaths in Chayansa village: Palwal DC

On February 16, authorities declared a health emergency in Chayansa after at least six deaths were reported due to liver-related complications.

Published 149 days ago

Gurugram: Fear in every glass of water, Chayansa no longer sleeps easy.

A team from the health department conducts rapid tests at Chhainsa village in Palwal district. (Parveen Kumar/HT PHOTO)

Updated 160 days ago

Water-borne epidemics, deaths or outbreaks across 4 states within weeks

A team from the health department conducts rapid tests for infections at Chayansa village (also spelt Chhainsa) in Palwal district.

Updated 166 days ago

Panic in Palwal village as deaths linked to liver illness trigger emergency

Residents say many had diarrhoea earlier, with initial suspicion of contamination. Authorities now probing multiple transmission routes alongside water safety. (Parveen Kumar/HT)

Published 166 days ago

Hep-B cases found among Palwal deaths; officials race to find source

Rapid tests on 180 patients found eight positive for Hepatitis B or C. Authorities warn against reuse of syringes and treatment by unqualified practitioners. (Parveen Kumar/HT)

Published 166 days ago

No fresh deaths reported at Haryana village after 7 die of liver disease; locals claim higher toll

No fresh deaths reported at Haryana village after 7 die of liver disease; locals claim higher toll

Published 166 days ago

Bengaluru surgeon shares 6 healthy lifestyle choices to prevent liver cancer

Liver cancer (primarily hepatocellular carcinoma) often develops over years, typically when the liver is under chronic stress.

Updated 274 days ago

Kennedy's hand-picked CDC committee to vote on hepatitis B and COVID shots

Kennedy's hand-picked CDC committee to vote on hepatitis B and COVID shots

Published 318 days ago

Doctor explains how vaccines, tattoos, medical negligence fuels hepatitis cases

Vaccination against hepatitis B is essential and preventable; do not delay.

Updated 339 days ago

Hepatologist shares top 6 tips to maintain healthy liver

Hepatologist Dr. Cyriac Abby Philips revealed 6 tips to maintain a healthy liver.

Published 344 days ago

Surgeon shares 6 lifestyle tips to decrease hepatitis risk: ‘Stop drinking’

Know the lifestyle habits to follow to lower hepatitis risk.

Published 349 days ago

Health Talk: Taking the road to hepatitis elimination

Hepatitis D, which only affects individuals infected with hepatitis B, is associated with a two- to six-fold higher risk of liver cancer compared to hepatitis B alone, it added. (AP/ Representative photo)

Updated 364 days ago

Liver specialist explains how hepatitis affects women: Tests for early detection

Many women are unaware of how Hepatitis B spreads—via blood, unsafe sex, or from mother to child—often mistaking it for a lifestyle-related or liver-specific issue alone.

Updated 369 days ago

Hepatologist and gastroenterologist reveal if tattoos increase risk of hepatitis

Getting tattoos or body piercings can increase your risk of hepatitis if proper hygiene and safety protocols aren't followed. (Freepik)

Published 372 days ago

Ludhiana: Hepatitis medicine shortage hits civil hospital, treatment delayed

The supply of medicine is only available every 2-3 months, says hospital official. (HT File)

Published 411 days ago

Ultimate guide to managing genital herpes: What works and what doesn’t

Genital herpes, caused by the herpes simplex virus, is highly recurrent, especially during stress.

Updated 484 days ago

Rehab centre case: 4 children still in hospitals for Hepatitis B, TB and kidney treatment

Nirvana Rajkiya Bal Grih Visheshikrit on Mohaan Road. (File Photo)

Published 486 days ago

Guillain-Barré Syndrome spike: Foods you must avoid to stay safe

Guillain-Barré Syndrome: The Frightening Illness Linked to Your Favourite Foods.

Updated 530 days ago

Hepatitis cases soar among Indian children: What is causing it?

Rising Hepatitis cases among Indian children more deadly than HIV and TB combined: What is causing it?

Published 705 days ago

Sridhar Vembu asks why babies need Hepatitis B vaccine. The Liver Doc responds

CEO of Zoho Corporation Sridhar Vembu. (File)

Published 713 days ago

Health Talk | Why Hepatitis B elimination in India needs a harder push

Diagnosing hepatitis B requires laboratory confirmation, as it is not possible to differentiate it from hepatitis caused by other viral agents on clinical grounds alone.

Published 727 days ago

Non-alcoholic steatohepatitis: Causes, early signs, and treatment options

"Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) means that there is excess of fat (more than 5-10%) in the liver that is not caused by alcohol," said Dr Rohit Mehtani.

Published 730 days ago

What is autoimmune hepatitis? Early signs, risk factors and more

Joint pain, abdominal discomfort and fatigue are the most common symptoms of autoimmune hepatitis.

Published 731 days ago

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