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 “To Be Your Own Health Hero.” DrNandi@AskDrNandi.com
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Questions Answered About the Coronavirus – Part 1
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Questions Answered About the Coronavirus – Part 1

ByPartha Nandi, MD

A lot of folks are feeling fear and uncertainty as the coronavirus continues to spread worldwide. Ten days ago, Michigan had two cases of the coronavirus. Now, we have over 300, and three people have died. Here I’ll answer specific patient questions regarding coronavirus. Question From Kris: “Can the Coronavirus Spread on Cash?” Recent research…

Coronavirus: Fact vs. Fiction
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Coronavirus: Fact vs. Fiction

ByPartha Nandi, MD

False information seems to be spreading as fast as the coronavirus itself. Let’s get some things clear to distinguish between fact and fiction. Anti-Inflammatory Painkillers There are a lot of posts floating around saying that anti-inflammatory painkillers such as ibuprofen can make the infection worse. France’s health minister suggested patients do not use these medications…

Kids and COVID-19 Transmission, Your Mental Health, and False Coronavirus Tips
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Kids and COVID-19 Transmission, Your Mental Health, and False Coronavirus Tips

ByPartha Nandi, MD

A small study in China found that children can shed the coronavirus even after their symptoms are gone. They tested negative for the virus. Out of 745 babies and children who came into close contact with confirmed coronavirus patients, only 10 tested positive for the virus. Through fecal testing and standard testing techniques, researchers discovered…

Huge Portion of the U.S. to Face Brutal Allergy Season This Spring
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Huge Portion of the U.S. to Face Brutal Allergy Season This Spring

ByPartha Nandi, MD

With spring just around the corner, many Americans brace themselves for allergy season. Unfortunately, those who suffer from seasonal allergies and live on the eastern side of the United States are in for a long and severe allergy season this year. I know many people are itching to get outside and enjoy warmer weather, but…

Coronavirus Update: Two Dozen New Coronavirus Cases Reported in the US
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Coronavirus Update: Two Dozen New Coronavirus Cases Reported in the US

ByPartha Nandi, MD

Two people have now died from the coronavirus in the United States, both in the state of Washington. Both patients were male had underlying health conditions; and one was in his 50s while the other was in his 70s. However, one of these cases poses an immediate threat to others at his place of residence. The man…

How Many Times Can You Use a Towel Before Washing It?
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How Many Times Can You Use a Towel Before Washing It?

ByPartha Nandi, MD

How many times do you use a towel before you wash it? Once or twice? Maybe all week? Or do you wait until it starts to STINK? Well, according to an expert, there is a magic number before that towel starts getting really, really grimy, and that number is……………………………..THREE! According to the research, you should…

New Antibiotic Discovered Using Artificial Intelligence
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New Antibiotic Discovered Using Artificial Intelligence

ByPartha Nandi, MD

Researchers from MIT have discovered a powerful new antibiotic by way of artificial intelligence. Artificial intelligence technology has been around for a while. But, now it is being used to study molecular structures. These scientists were able to train a deep learning algorithm to evaluate over a hundred million chemical compounds to identify antibiotic molecules…