Author: Partha Nandi, MD

Partha Nandi M.D., F.A.C.P. is the creator and host of the internationally syndicated medical lifestyle television show, Ask Dr. Nandi. A practicing physician and a renowned international speaker, his appearances include TEDx, college commencements, numerous charity functions, premier medical meetings such as Digestive Disease Week, and nationally syndicated television programs such as The Katie Couric Show. Dr. Nandi has partnered with the Ministry of Health in multiple countries, including Jamaica and India, and has collaborated with The World Health Organization in multiple areas throughout the globe, Dr. Nandi delivers passionate and inspiring talks to diverse audiences. He continues to travel internationally for conferences and symposia, meeting with global health leaders on his quest to improve health care quality, access, and to empower people across the world β€œTo Be Your Own Health Hero.” DrNandi@AskDrNandi.com
Store-bought Turkey Causing a Total of 358 Infections Across 42 States, CDC Reports
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Store-bought Turkey Causing a Total of 358 Infections Across 42 States, CDC Reports

Unfortunately,Β  we need to be really careful with our turkeys because salmonella is still a concern. The CDC reports that a total of 358 infections across 42 states. One person has died and 44% of those who became ill ended up in the hospital. Now, the outbreak investigation has been closed, but more cases are…

Coronavirus Update: Diamond Princess Cruise Ship Evacuees and China Report
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Coronavirus Update: Diamond Princess Cruise Ship Evacuees and China Report

Officially, the CDC reports the national number of “Persons Under Investigation” for the novel coronavirus is still 15. However, 300 Americans were just flown back to the United States on U.S. government-chartered planes after being evacuated from the Diamond Princess cruise ship quarantine in Japan. Of those 300 passengers, 14 tested positive for the virus,…

Recovered coronavirus patients are testing positive. Can you get reinfected?
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Recovered coronavirus patients are testing positive. Can you get reinfected?

Though South Korea flattened their coronavirus curve, they’re now seeing a growing number of patients relapse and test positive for COVID-19 a second time. The Korea Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (KCDC) reports that 163 people, or 2.1% of those infected, have retested positive for COVID-19. While this is concerning, the numbers are luckily…

Coronavirus Update: Scientists Trace Outbreak to Snakes
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Coronavirus Update: Scientists Trace Outbreak to Snakes

You’ve probably heard about theΒ Coronavirus outbreakΒ that began in China. Authorities now have a lead on the source of the new deadly outbreak of this disease. Scientists believe snakes, specifically the Chinese krait and Chinese cobra, could be the outbreak’s source. After analyzing the genetic sequencing, they concluded that the 2019-nCoV was a recombination of two…

Why Do Adults Wake Up Earlier As They Get Older?
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Why Do Adults Wake Up Earlier As They Get Older?

As the years pass by, it’s not uncommon to notice a peculiar shift in our daily routines. Among older individuals, the struggle to get adequate sleep is a common thread that ties together the experiences of having restless nights, tossing and turning.  The perpetual quest for the perfect night’s rest becomes increasingly familiar with age. But…

Stay Healthy This Flu Season: Your Guide to Zinc, Vitamin D & K2, and Other Essentials
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Stay Healthy This Flu Season: Your Guide to Zinc, Vitamin D & K2, and Other Essentials

As the leaves begin to fall and temperatures drop, the familiar cold and flu season looms on the horizon. Each year, countless individuals find themselves grappling with sniffles, fevers, and aches that make them feel very unwell and tired leaves someone longing for a warm bed.  From the relentless fatigue to the uncomfortable congestion, you…

Is Cooking with an Air Fryer Healthy? The Surprising Truth
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Is Cooking with an Air Fryer Healthy? The Surprising Truth

In the bustling forums of kitchen connoisseurs and home chefs, a new hero has emerged in the realm of cooking gadgets: the air fryer. Its concept is refreshingly simple and yet, radically transformative. Imagine slashing the copious amounts of cooking oil, typical of traditional frying, down to just a spoonful or two. Yes, for those…