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School Health

Overview

School Health covers backpack weight, posture, eye strain from screens, sleep, nutrition through the school day, infection control in classrooms, and the academic-pressure mental-health load Indian students carry. Our doctors and editorial team explain practical adjustments families can make and what schools should be doing better.

Last reviewed: 11 August 2026

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Dr. Suruchi Mandrekar

Diabetologist • 30 yrs • Pune

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Understanding Fatigue | Dr. Suruchi

Understanding Fatigue | Dr. Suruchi

Dr. Suruchi Mandrekar, Consultant - Internal Medicine, Manipal Hospital Baner, Pune, explains fatigue by sharing its signs and causes in this informative video. Watch the complete video to learn the ways to overcome fatigue and when to visit a specialist. Visit Our Hospital Website: https://www.manipalhospitals.com/baner/ Visit Our Doctors: https://www.manipalhospitals.com/bane... Contact us @ https://www.manipalhospitals.com/bane...

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Dr. Prashant Jain

Ayurvedic Doctor • 12 yrs • Delhi

49 views

Holistic Wellness for a Balanced Life

Nirmal Ayurved

Unlock the secrets to a healthier, happier you with NIRMAL AYURVED! 🌿✨ Discover the power of Stress Busters, Balanced Nutrition, Mental Health Care, Supportive Relationships, Mindfulness Practices, Physical Activity, and Quality Sleep. Our holistic approach to well-being encompasses all aspects of your life, empowering you to find harmony and inner peace. Embrace the journey to a balanced and fulfilled life with NIRMAL AYURVED. #HolisticWellness #NIRMALAYURVED #FindYourBalance 

Dr. Saloni Kabra

Homoeopath • 7 yrs • Indore

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The True Meaning of Health: It’s More Than You Think!

१.८ लाख व्ह्यू · १.३ ह प्रतिक्रिया | The True Meaning of Health: It’s More Than You Think! #take20 

Watch the full video here: https://youtu.be/Z81P62Ovge8?si=i0D7DduRS8RZ8R3u

१.८ लाख व्ह्यू · १.३ ह प्रतिक्रिया | The True Meaning of Health: It’s More Than You Think! #take20Watch the full video here: https://youtu.be/Z81P62Ovge8?si=i0D7DduRS8RZ8R3u | Samantha

Dr. Niranjana Jayakrishnan

Gynaecologist • 12 yrs • Thiruvananthapuram

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२३ ह व्ह्यू · २९३ प्रतिक्रिया | That moment when creativity checks out 😅 Anyone got a reel idea?

२३ ह व्ह्यू · २९३ प्रतिक्रिया | That moment when creativity checks out 😅
Anyone got a reel idea?

That moment when creativity checks out 😅 Anyone got a reel idea? Asking for… the entire department. #reelstruggleisreal #hospitalhumour #doctorlife #kjkhospital #behindthescenes🎬

Dr. Prashant Jain

Ayurvedic Doctor • 12 yrs • Delhi

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Stress: Boon or Bane?

Stress: Boon or Bane?

Stress: Boon or Bane? In this video, Dr. Prashant Jain explains the causes of stress and how it affects the body. Stress can trigger various processes in our body and may influence the functioning of different organs when it becomes excessive or long-term. Nirmal Ayurved, founded by Dr. Prashant Jain (MD Ayurveda), is a thoughtful Indian healthcare initiative based in New Delhi. With advanced knowledge in Ayurvedic medicine and the wisdom of two generations of Ayurvedic practice spanning over 30 years in Northern India, Dr. Jain continues the tradition of promoting holistic health and well-being through Ayurveda.

Dr. Saloni Kabra

Homoeopath • 7 yrs • Indore

368 views

The New Epidemic Nobody Talks About: Sleep Debt in Urban India

The New Epidemic Nobody Talks About: Sleep Debt in Urban India

Last month, a 32-year-old marketing executive in Bengaluru fainted during a client presentation. Doctors ran every possible test — heart, sugar, thyroid, even vitamin levels. Everything came back normal. The actual culprit? Sleep debt. We don’t talk about it much, but in India’s cities, lack of proper sleep has quietly become one of the biggest health threats. It’s not just about feeling tired. It’s about what happens when your body never gets the deep rest it needs. Why We’re Sleeping Less Without Realising It Twenty years ago, most families in India wound down by 10:30 pm. Today, 10:30 pm is when many people finally open their laptops to “catch up” on work or scroll endlessly through Instagram reels. Add late-night cricket matches, work-from-home schedules, and the fear of missing out, and suddenly we are living in a 24/7 world. Here’s what’s dangerous: Even if you’re in bed for six hours, your body may only get four hours of quality sleep because of stress, screen light, and irregular timing. Over a week, that’s like losing two full nights of sleep. Doctors call this sleep debt — and your body always collects the payment, usually through illness. The Domino Effect on Your Health Sleep debt doesn’t just make you yawn at your desk. It rewires your entire system in slow motion. - Your hormones go haywire — leading to weight gain, PCOS flare-ups, and thyroid problems. - Your brain struggles to filter emotions, which is why you feel irritable, anxious, or even depressed. - Your heart beats under silent stress, increasing the risk of hypertension and sudden cardiac events. Do you remember the sudden heart attack cases we’ve been seeing lately, especially among younger people? Many of them have a hidden thread: chronic lack of deep sleep. Why This Is Worse in India You might think, “But everyone around me is sleeping late — it’s normal now.” That’s exactly the problem. In the West, people have started taking sleep seriously. Wellness apps, therapy for insomnia, even workplaces that encourage rest breaks are becoming common. In India, however, we glorify being busy. Pulling an all-nighter before exams, staying up late to binge-watch shows, or sacrificing sleep for work is almost seen as a badge of honour. Culturally, we still treat sleep as optional — like a luxury, not a necessity. The 90-Minute Rule That Can Save You Here’s something practical and easy to try. Our sleep works in 90-minute cycles — from light sleep to deep sleep and back. If you wake up mid-cycle, you feel groggy and tired even if you’ve slept for eight hours. So, instead of focusing only on the total hours, plan your bedtime in multiples of 90 minutes. For example: - Sleep at 11:00 pm → Wake at 6:30 am (5 cycles = 7.5 hours) - Sleep at 12:30 am → Wake at 7:00 am (4.5 cycles = 6.75 hours) It’s simple maths, but it works like magic. One Small Habit to Start Tonight No, you don’t need fancy gadgets or melatonin supplements. Start with one basic step: switch off all bright screens 30 minutes before bed. Not on silent mode, not on “do not disturb” — completely off. Do something slow and grounding instead: - Read a real book (yes, the paper kind!) - Listen to calming music or bhajans - Sit quietly and breathe for a few minutes It may feel awkward at first, but within a week, you’ll notice your body naturally starting to unwind earlier. Final Thought We often talk about diet, exercise, and stress management when discussing health. But sleep is the invisible foundation that holds everything together. Ignore it long enough, and no supplement or workout plan will save you. So tonight, when you’re tempted to scroll “just five more minutes,” remember this: Every late-night reel comes with an interest rate. And your body will eventually send you the bill.

Find a Doctor for School Health

Verified specialists across India

Dr. Ramakrishnan Nagarajan

Sleep Medicine Specialist

37 yrs

Chennai

Apollo Hospital
Thousand Lights West, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, 600006
₹2000 consultation

Dr. Sanchit Wadhwa

Pulmonologist & Chest Physician

8 yrs

Chandigarh

Chest & Sleep Care Clinic
Sector 40C, Chandigarh, Chandigarh, 160040
₹600 consultation

Dr. Mitesh Dave

Pulmonologist & Chest Physician

14 yrs

Ahmedabad

Star Hospital
New India Colony, Ahmedabad, Gujarat, 380049
₹500 consultation

Dr. Sheetu Singh

Pulmonologist & Chest Physician

18 yrs

Jaipur

Mahavir Jaipuriya Rajasthan Hospital
Shastri Nagar, Jaipur, Rajasthan, 302016
₹400 consultation