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[ad_1] GG News Bureau New Delhi, 2nd Nov. The alarming surge in pollution levels in Delhi has become a pressing health concern, with a recent survey indicating that 69% of families in the capital and the National Capital Region (NCR) have at least one member suffering from pollution-related ailments. Following Diwali celebrations, the Air Quality Index (AQI) soared to a staggering 999 on the night of the festival, marking the highest recordable level in various parts of Delhi and NCR. Conducted by LocalCircles, the survey gathered over 21,000 responses from residents of Delhi, Noida, Gurugram, Faridabad, and Ghaziabad. Findings revealed that 69% of families reported members experiencing sore throats or coughs, while 62% noted at least one individual with a burning sensation in the eyes. Additionally, 46% of families reported symptoms such as a running nose or nasal congestion. Other health issues included breathing difficulties or asthma (31%), headaches (31%), anxiety and concentration difficulties (23%), and sleep disturbances (15%). In contrast, 31% of respondents reported no health issues due to pollution. Comparative data from a similar survey conducted on October 19 showed a significant increase in health complaints over the two-week period. The percentage of individuals experiencing sore throats or coughs surged from 36% to 69%. While only 23% of participants indicated they would use air purifiers during this pollution spike, an equal percentage expressed their intent to endure the pollution without taking measures. Some respondents stated they would continue their routine activities while wearing masks outdoors, increase their intake of immunity-boosting foods and drinks, or even travel for parts of the month. Notably, the willingness to use air purifiers increased from 18% to 23% over the same period. The ongoing pollution crisis in Delhi calls for immediate attention and action, as residents grapple with the adverse health effects of deteriorating air quality. The post Delhi’s Pollution Crisis: 69% of Families Report Health Issues Post-Diwali appeared first on Global Governance News- Asia's First Bilingual News portal for Global News and Updates. [ad_2] Source link

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[ad_1] GG News Bureau New Delhi, 2nd Nov. The alarming surge in pollution levels in Delhi has become a pressing health concern, with a recent survey indicating that 69% of families in the capital and the National Capital Region (NCR) have at least one member suffering from pollution-related ailments. Following Diwali celebrations, the Air Quality Index (AQI) soared to a staggering 999 on the night of the festival, marking the highest recordable level in various parts of Delhi and NCR. Conducted by LocalCircles, the survey gathered over 21,000 responses from residents of Delhi, Noida, Gurugram, Faridabad, and Ghaziabad. Findings revealed that 69% of families reported members experiencing sore throats or coughs, while 62% noted at least one individual with a burning sensation in the eyes. Additionally, 46% of families reported symptoms such as a running nose or nasal congestion. Other health issues included breathing difficulties or asthma (31%), headaches (31%), anxiety and concentration difficulties (23%), and sleep disturbances (15%). In contrast, 31% of respondents reported no health issues due to pollution. Comparative data from a similar survey conducted on October 19 showed a significant increase in health complaints over the two-week period. The percentage of individuals experiencing sore throats or coughs surged from 36% to 69%. While only 23% of participants indicated they would use air purifiers during this pollution spike, an equal percentage expressed their intent to endure the pollution without taking measures. Some respondents stated they would continue their routine activities while wearing masks outdoors, increase their intake of immunity-boosting foods and drinks, or even travel for parts of the month. Notably, the willingness to use air purifiers increased from 18% to 23% over the same period. The ongoing pollution crisis in Delhi calls for immediate attention and action, as residents grapple with the adverse health effects of deteriorating air quality. The post Delhi’s Pollution Crisis: 69% of Families Report Health Issues Post-Diwali appeared first on Global Governance News- Asia's First Bilingual News portal for Global News and Updates. [ad_2] Source link

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Despite ban, 18 pc Delhi-NCR families plan to burst crackers this Diwali: Survey

NEW DELHI, Oct 27: Ahead of Diwali, a survey conducted in Delhi-NCR has revealed that 18 per cent of the respondents plan to burst firecrackers during the festival of lights, while 55 per cent don’t intend to do so. The survey conducted by LocalCircles with a sample size 10,526 said, “Among those who responded to the query, 55 per cent said they will not burn firecrackers as they cause pollution, whereas 19 per cent said they would like to burn crackers, and 9 per cent said they will burn crackers. “Nine per cent of the respondents said they will burn crackers and they know how and from where to get them, while 8 per cent did not give a clear answer.To sum up, 18 per cent of Delhi-NCR families surveyed are likely to burn crackers this Diwali.” Out of 10,526 people, 68 per cent of respondents were men while the remaining 32 per cent were women, it added.

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Despite the ban, 18% of Delhi residents want to use fireworks on Diwali, according to a survey.

Ahead of Diwali, a poll done in Delhi-NCR found that 18% of respondents want to set off firecrackers during the festival of lights, while 55% do not. According to a LocalCircles survey with a sample size of 10,526 people, “Among those who responded to the query, 55% said they will not burn firecrackers because they cause pollution, 19% said they would like to burn crackers, and 9% said they will…

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Health Policy Premiums Surge: Up to 50% Increase in a Year

Health insurance premiums in India have seen a significant surge, with some policies experiencing a staggering 50% increase in just one year. Experts predict further hikes in the coming months, citing regulatory changes and industry trends as contributing factors.

A recent survey conducted by LocalCircles gathered insights from over 11,000 personal health insurance policyholders across 324 districts of India. The findings revealed that 52% of respondents reported a premium increase of over 25% in the last 12 months, with some seeing hikes of 50% or more.

Industry sources attribute the impending premium hikes to the Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India’s (Irdai) decision to revise norms, allowing insurers to steeply raise premiums in recent years. Additionally, changes in definitions of pre-existing conditions and moratorium periods in health insurance policies have led to increased scrutiny and higher costs for policyholders.

Despite efforts to streamline claims processing and improve customer experience, challenges persist. Nearly half of the respondents who filed health insurance claims in the last three years reported difficulties, ranging from delays to outright rejections.

The General Insurance Council (GI Council) reports a surge in health policy claims, with settlements totaling around Rs 75,000 crore involving over 2.5 crore cases in 2022–23. Efforts to streamline processes and expand cashless treatment options aim to enhance customer satisfaction and simplify the claims process.

As the industry grapples with rising premiums and evolving regulatory landscapes, stakeholders emphasize the importance of citizen-centric policies and efficient claims processing. With continued collaboration and innovation, the aim is to revolutionize the health insurance landscape and provide individuals with the confidence and support they need to secure their health needs.

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📆 05 Jan 2024 📆 54% households in Karnataka report viral symptoms 🗞️ The New Indian Express

BENGALURU: As per a recent survey by community platform LocalCircles, approximately 54% of households in Karnataka have reported one or more individuals experiencing viral or Covid-like symptoms such as fever, runny nose, sore throat, cough, headache, joint pain, and respiratory issues.

Karnataka has experienced a recent uptick in Covid cases, notably the JN.1 variant. Due to testing criteria focusing on severe symptoms, the official case counts may only partially reflect the actual situation, suggesting a higher prevalence of COVID cases than the government data reflects, which currently shows around 1,110 active cases in the entire state, the survey stated.

To ensure a comprehensive understanding, the government should scrutinise severe cases and fatalities and must conduct genome sequencing to identify any emerging variants, the report suggested.

The survey garnered responses from 3,000 registered residents, disclosing that 62% of respondents were men and 38% were women. Out of the respondents, 23% indicated that four or more people in their household exhibited symptoms, while another 23% reported 2-3 people with symptoms.

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"Unveiling the Shocking Truth: Urban Kids Obsessed with Social Media, OTT, and Online Gaming! Find Out Why 60% Spend 3 Hours Daily"

According to a recent survey conducted by LocalCircles, there has been an increase in the use of the Internet for leisure activities among urban Indian children after the COVID-19 period. The survey revealed that children aged 9 to 18 are spending more and more time listening to music, viewing online content, maintaining social connections, and playing games on the Internet. This trend has led to…

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"Unveiling the Shocking Truth: Urban Kids Obsessed with Social Media, OTT, and Online Gaming! Find Out Why 60% Spend 3 Hours Daily"

According to a recent survey conducted by LocalCircles, there has been an increase in the use of the Internet for leisure activities among urban Indian children after the COVID-19 period. The survey revealed that children aged 9 to 18 are spending more and more time listening to music, viewing online content, maintaining social connections, and playing games on the Internet. This trend has led to…

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"Unveiling the Shocking Truth: Urban Kids Obsessed with Social Media, OTT, and Online Gaming! Find Out Why 60% Spend 3 Hours Daily"

According to a recent survey conducted by LocalCircles, there has been an increase in the use of the Internet for leisure activities among urban Indian children after the COVID-19 period. The survey revealed that children aged 9 to 18 are spending more and more time listening to music, viewing online content, maintaining social connections, and playing games on the Internet. This trend has led to…

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Click to read Women's Day Special: Internet is accessible to half of the population, but the fear of trolls is terrifying

Women’s Day Special Report: In India, the condition of women in social, economic and other areas is not considered very good, but in a recent survey there are some good signs in this regard. A report from research platform LocalCircles says that 8 out of 10 urban women in India use the internet. But on the other hand, many women suffer from online exploitation, abuse, trolling and want action…

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Receiving Pesky Calls? Survey Shows Most Are About Financial Services; Why DND is Ineffective

Last Updated: February 14, 2023, 12:30 IST When asked how they received most of the pesky calls, 50% said from different mobile phone numbers that seem to belong to individuals and 15% from centralised company landline. (Representational image/Twitter) LocalCircles survey shows 45% of respondents received 3-5 annoying calls every day while 16% get such calls 6-10 times a day… DND is ineffective…

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Watch "British Indian Doctor who lost dad to COVID blames vaccine amid debate over surge in heart attacks" on YouTube

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Zoom-In: Expect big numbers from Zoom in days to come

According to a LocalCircles study, Zoom (27%) is the second most preferred video-conferencing app for group video calls in India Read More. https://www.sify.com/digital-transformation/zoom-in-expect-big-numbers-from-zoom-in-days-to-come/

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📆 29 Oct 2023 📰 Severe Medical Conditions On The Rise In Telangana: Study

A recent study conducted to assess the onset of severe medical conditions has thrown up startling figures. About 45% citizens of Telangana had indicated having one or more close contacts facing onset of a severe medical condition during the peak of the Covid pandemic in 2022. This number has risen drastically in 2023 to 66%.

The study has covered severe medical conditions such as brain stroke, heart stroke and cancer. Close social network includes family, extended family, friends, neighbours and colleagues.

The comparative study by ‘LocalCircles’ points out how widespread the problem of stroke is. In fact, the country wide figures show 72% Indians have one or more in their close network who experienced heart or brain stroke or cancer acceleration in the last three and half years since the Covid-19 pandemic.

“Since the Covid-19 pandemic these cases have accelerated, although Telangana is one of the better states when compared to Gujarat, Maharashtra, Uttar Pradesh and Delhi. But overall the incidence has increased across the country. These are after affects of Covid-19 virus and of Covid vaccines. There is a need for the government to investigate this,” said Sachin Taparia, founder of ‘LocalCircles’.

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country of origin: Only 4 in 10 consumers say eCommerce platforms display Country of Origin information for all products: Survey

country of origin: Only 4 in 10 consumers say eCommerce platforms display Country of Origin information for all products: Survey

Only four in ten consumers say eCommerce platforms are displaying the Country of Origin information for all products even though the government has brough e-tailers under the ambit of legal metrology since 2017, which requires key information on packaged products like MRP, best before date, Country of Origin, Net Contents, etc. to be displayed on eCommerce sites. Only 42% consumers surveyed by…