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In our expert segment, we speak to Dr. Monisha Madhumita, Assistant Professor at the Department of Dermatology, in Chennai’s Saveetha Medical College

Watch: Covid cases rise, adolescent health, skin care and more

In the latest health wrap, experts discuss the rising number of COVID cases and the accompanying panic. US Health Secretary Robert F Kennedy Jr. has expressed concerns over the administration of COVID boosters to pregnant women and children, with some experts questioning this decision. A recent Lancet Commission report sheds light on adolescent health and childhood obesity, while sugar boards have been installed in CBSE schools to combat the issue.

Renowned musician Billy Joel has also cancelled his upcoming concert due to an illness called NPS. Dr. Monisha Madhumita, an Assistant Professor in the Department of Dermatology at Chennai’s Saveetha Medical College, offers insights on skin care routines in the current climate of intense heat and subsequent rainfall. The expert addresses skin pigmentation issues and other concerns that arise during such weather conditions.

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