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ಕನ್ನಡಿಗ Epidemiologist, Physician Scientist, Author, Global Health #COVID19: giridhar.org/covid-19/ (He/him) Few RTs are endorsements

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The health halo: When food marketing outruns the evidence

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By Giridhara R Babu
| Deccan Herald Verified
A walk through Indian supermarkets today reveals a proliferation of misleading health claims, from ‘100% natural’ noodles to ‘zero maida’ biscuits. Beverages labelled ‘no added sugar’ and snack packets featuring images that evoke grandmothers’ kitchens create an impression of health and tradition, even when the evidence behind such claims is unclear. ANYTIME, ANYWHERE.
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The WHO's Existential Problem May Have a Cure – But Approach Matters

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By Giridhara R Babu
| The Wire (India) Verified
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Hantavirus Explained: Separating the Evidence from the Alarm

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By Giridhara R Babu
| NWS Network
Should hantavirus worry you? Following the MV Hondius outbreak, which has linked cases across Europe, North America, and beyond, an epidemiologist breaks down the science, the risks, and the public health response, including what it means for India.
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