Doctors Warn Humid Heat Can Be More Dangerous Than High Temperature Alone

Publication: TNIE
Date: 13.05.2026

Doctors across India are warning that humid heat can pose greater health risks than temperature readings alone suggest, as high moisture levels in the air prevent sweat from evaporating effectively and reduce the body’s ability to cool itself. Experts explain that humidity can significantly increase the “real feel” temperature, raising the risk of dehydration, heat exhaustion, heatstroke, and even organ damage. Dr. Sunil Puraswani, Consultant Neonatologist and Pediatrician at Motherhood Hospitals, highlighted that children are especially vulnerable, as humid conditions can cause rapid fatigue, dehydration, and increased susceptibility to stomach infections, waterborne diseases, typhoid, and jaundice during summer months. Doctors emphasise the importance of staying hydrated, avoiding outdoor exposure during peak afternoon hours, and recognising early symptoms of heat-related illness before complications become severe.

Bengaluru Mothers Choose Water Births for More Natural and Less Painful Deliveries

Publication: TOI
Date: 13.05.2026

Pregnant women in Bengaluru are increasingly exploring water births as a natural alternative to conventional delivery methods, with several hospitals introducing dedicated facilities for the practice in recent years. Doctors say awareness around low-intervention childbirth and the desire to avoid unnecessary C-sections are encouraging more mothers-to-be to consider water births. Dr. Sireesha Reddy, Senior Consultant Obstetrician & Gynaecologist at Motherhood Hospitals, noted that many women are now learning about water births through online information and shared patient experiences, making the option more relatable and accessible. Experts explain that warm water during labour can help reduce pain, improve relaxation, support easier movement, and lower the need for interventions such as episiotomy. However, doctors caution that water births are suitable only for carefully selected low-risk pregnancies and require strict monitoring of hygiene and water quality to ensure maternal and newborn safety.

Heat & Humidity Alert: Doctors Warn Hidden Heat Stress Can Trigger Dehydration, Heatstroke and Infections

Publication: TNIE
Date: 13.05.2026

Doctors are warning that rising heat combined with high humidity can create dangerous health conditions even when temperatures appear manageable on the thermometer. Experts explain that humid weather prevents sweat from evaporating efficiently, reducing the body’s natural cooling process and increasing the risk of dehydration, heat exhaustion, heatstroke, kidney strain, stomach infections, and skin conditions. According to Dr. Sunil Puraswani, Consultant Neonatologist and Pediatrician at Motherhood Hospitals, children are particularly vulnerable to rapid fatigue, dehydration, vomiting, loose motions, and waterborne infections during humid summers. Doctors advise maintaining regular hydration, avoiding peak afternoon exposure, wearing loose cotton clothing, using sunscreen, and recognising emergency symptoms such as confusion, persistent vomiting, hot dry skin, seizures, or inability to stand, which may require immediate medical attention.

Top Doctors Bust Myths Around Antidepressants, Anxiety, Side Effects and Mental Health Stigma

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Date: 17.05.2026

Mental health experts and doctors across leading hospitals are addressing growing misconceptions around antidepressants, anxiety treatment, psychiatric medication, and mental health stigma. Specialists including Dr. Prathima A, Consultant Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urogynaecology at Motherhood Hospitals, along with psychiatrists and women’s health experts from institutions across India, explain that antidepressants are now commonly prescribed not only for depression but also for anxiety disorders, panic attacks, sleep issues, chronic stress, and emotional health concerns linked to conditions like PCOS. Doctors discuss common fears around dependency, side effects, clonazepam use, self-medication, and social stigma, while emphasising the importance of timely professional support, safe psychiatric care, and greater awareness around mental health treatment.

Mothers Often Ignore Their Own Health After Childbirth, Doctors Warn About Delayed Screenings and HPV Vaccination

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Publication: India Today
Date: 10.05.2026

Doctors are raising concerns over how many women neglect their own health after childbirth while prioritising their children and family responsibilities. According to Dr. Thejaswini J from Motherhood Hospitals, preventive health checkups, cervical cancer screening, and HPV vaccination are commonly delayed by mothers due to exhaustion, lack of time, work pressure, and caregiving responsibilities. Experts warn that symptoms such as fatigue, irregular bleeding, pelvic pain, mood swings, hair fall, and weakness are often ignored despite potentially indicating thyroid disorders, anaemia, diabetes, hormonal imbalance, or postpartum depression. Doctors also stress the importance of timely Pap smears, HPV vaccination, blood sugar monitoring, thyroid tests, breast examinations, and mental health screening to detect long-term health risks early and ensure better postpartum care for women.

Ovarian Cancer Symptoms Often Mistaken for Acidity and Indigestion, Warn Doctors on World Ovarian Cancer Day

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Publication: ETVBharat
Date: 08.05.2026

On World Ovarian Cancer Day 2026, doctors are raising awareness about how ovarian cancer symptoms are often mistaken for common digestive issues like acidity, bloating, gas, and indigestion. According to Dr. Nirmala M, Consultant Obstetrician, Gynaecologist & Fertility Specialist at Motherhood Hospitals, early signs such as abdominal fullness, pelvic heaviness, fatigue, altered bowel habits, backache, and gradual abdominal enlargement are frequently ignored or treated as gastric problems. Experts warn that persistent symptoms lasting more than two to three weeks should not be overlooked, as delayed diagnosis can allow ovarian cancer to progress silently. Doctors also stress that women above 40, those with PCOS, endometriosis, or a family history of breast or ovarian cancer should remain especially alert to ongoing digestive discomfort and unexplained bloating.

Early Signs of Asthma in Children: Doctors Explain Symptoms Parents Often Miss

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Publication: India Today 
Date: 03.05.2026

Childhood asthma often begins with subtle symptoms that parents may mistake for seasonal allergies, low stamina, or recurring cough and cold. In this media feature, Dr. Nitin M, Consultant – Paediatrician and Neonatologist at Motherhood Hospitals, explains how early warning signs such as persistent nighttime cough, exercise-related fatigue, breathing difficulty, chest retraction, and reduced physical activity can indicate underlying asthma in children.

The article highlights why asthma symptoms in children are frequently overlooked, the importance of early diagnosis, common triggers, and how timely medical intervention can help prevent worsening airway inflammation. Doctors also advise parents to closely monitor behavioural and breathing changes in children and seek medical attention if symptoms persist.

How to Protect Children from Summer Heat | Dr. Neeraj Kumar on Screen Time, Nutrition & Child Health

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Publication: Youtube
Date: 03.05.2026

In this informative discussion, Dr. Neeraj Kumar shares essential tips on protecting children from extreme summer heat, dehydration, and seasonal illnesses. The conversation covers newborn care during hot weather, breastfeeding importance, hydration tips, ideal room temperature, and warning signs of heat-related health issues in children.

The video also highlights the harmful effects of excessive mobile phone and screen time on a child’s mental and social development, the importance of outdoor activities, healthy nutrition for growing children, obesity concerns, and the risks associated with soft drinks and energy drinks.

Parents, teachers, and caregivers can learn practical summer safety measures, healthy diet recommendations, and ways to ensure better physical and mental well-being for children during changing weather conditions.

Budget-Friendly PCOD Diet: Nutritionist Shares ₹1,000 Weekly Grocery List to Help Manage Symptoms

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Publication: times Now News
Date: 03.05.2026

Rabies is a serious public health problem in India, claiming around 18,000–20,000 lives each year according to NCDC and WHO data, with over 40% of victims being children under 15 — largely due to bites from stray dogs, of which India has more than 30 million. The virus spreads through saliva from infected animals via bites, scratches, or licks on broken skin, travelling to the brain and causing near-certain death if not treated promptly.
The article features insights from Dr. Amit P. Ghawade, Consultant Paediatrician and Neonatologist, Navi Mumbai.

Summer Heat Wave Alert: Doctors Seeing Rise in Dehydration, Vomiting & Dizziness Cases in Children

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Publication: News9Live
Date: 03.05.2026

With temperatures soaring across India, paediatricians are reporting a sharp rise in heat-related illnesses among children, especially those aged 5–14 years. Doctors warn that children are more vulnerable to dehydration and heat exhaustion because they often fail to recognise thirst early and spend long hours outdoors in extreme heat.

Dr. Amit Gupta, Senior Consultant – Paediatrician & Neonatologist at Motherhood Hospitals, shares that several children are visiting OPDs daily with symptoms such as vomiting, dizziness, headache, weakness, fatigue, mild fever, and reduced appetite caused by heat exposure and dehydration.

The discussion also highlights common mistakes parents make during summer, including replacing water with sugary packaged drinks that fail to hydrate effectively. Experts recommend frequent water intake, coconut water, lemon water, buttermilk, light cotton clothing, and avoiding outdoor activities during peak afternoon hours.

The article further covers the best summer foods for children, including watermelon, oranges, cucumber, curd, dal, and rice, along with important warning signs parents should never ignore during extreme heat conditions.