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[FORTIS] 🚗 Your car gets regular checkups, but what about you? When was your last preventive health checkup?
On why preventive health checkups matter even when you feel fine — and what they typically include.
[FORTIS] Dr. Shalini Joshi Emphasizes the Importance of Vaccination for Lifelong Protection
Common misconceptions about adult vaccination and why immunity needs to be maintained through life, not just in childhood.
[FORTIS] What is Osteoporosis? How to prevent it? | Dr Mohan Puttaswamy | Dr Shalini Joshi
A discussion on bone density loss — who is at risk, when to start screening, and what diet and lifestyle choices make a difference.
[FORTIS] Dr. Shalini Joshi on World Health Day
Key health priorities for urban Indians — from metabolic disease to preventive care.
[FORTIS] Overweight And Obesity Management | Dr Shalini Joshi | Fortis Hospital Bannerghatta Road
Medical approaches to weight loss and obesity management.
[FORTIS] Essential tips to help you stay protected during winter season
Practical advice on immunity, diet, and illness prevention as temperatures drop.
[FORTIS] Dr. Shalini Joshi, Fortis Bangalore, emphasizes winter immunity through diet, exercise and hydration
Specific dietary and activity recommendations for maintaining health through the winter months.
[FORTIS] Expert tips to help you stay healthy and prevent the seasonal cold
When a seasonal cold needs medical attention, and when it doesn't — plus prevention strategies.
[FORTIS] Dr. Shalini Joshi: Clears Misconception About Antibiotics at Fortis Hospital, Bangalore
When antibiotics work, when they don't, and why overuse is a public health concern.
[FORTIS] Tips to prevent muscle aches, fatigue, and viral infections during winter season
Vitamin D, hydration, activity, and sleep — practical measures for viral season.
[FORTIS] How to stay healthy through the Monsoon | Dr. Shalini Joshi | Fortis Hospital Bannerghatta Road
Monsoon-specific health risks, food safety, and infection prevention.
Celebrating Our Seniors: Pillars of Strength & Wisdom | World Seniors' Day
Health priorities for older adults — managing chronic conditions, staying active, and preventive care in later years.
Healthy India. Fit India. | Dr Shalini Joshi MD
On lifestyle disease prevention at a population level — diet, activity, and the role of regular screening.
World Obesity Day 2025 | Dr Shalini Joshi
Medical perspectives on obesity as a chronic disease and medically supervised weight management.
SARS COV 2: Diagnostics & Therapeutic Dilemmas Globally
A clinical discussion on the diagnostic and treatment challenges during the COVID-19 pandemic — from a practising internist's perspective.
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Date: Apr 6, 2026 | Health and Me
Routine screenings such as Pap smears for cervical health, regular breast examinations, mammography where indicated, thyroid function tests, and basic metabolic screenings like blood sugar and cholesterol levels are critical tools in preventive care.
Periodic health check-ups also provide an opportunity for counselling on nutrition, mental well-being, hormonal health, and lifestyle management, areas that are often overlooked but equally important.
Date: Dec 17, 2025 | Deccan Herald
Among allergy-related respiratory complaints, Dr Shalini Joshi, Internal Medicine specialist at a private hospital, estimates a 30% increase. “Consistently poor air quality worsens people’s tolerance to pollen. Pollutants make the airway more reactive and sensitive, worsening existing pollen allergies,” she adds.
Date: Nov 21, 2024 Fortis Hospital
As temperatures drop and the season of cozy sweaters and hot beverages arrives, it also brings along its fair share of health concerns. From the common cold to influenza, winter can test our immunity. Here are simple yet effective tips to keep you and your loved ones healthy this winter.
Date: Jul 3, 2024 | Deccan Herald
Dr Shalini Joshi, Additional Director of Internal Medicine and Preventive Medicine department at a private hospital, says, “Rhodamine B and tartrazine, the azo dye which is being discussed now, are known to cause liver cancer. Also, food-borne illnesses, caused by unhygienic surroundings and materials, are concerning when it comes to pani puri. These result in bacteria like salmonella and shigella, which can lead to jaundice and typhoid.”
Mar 7, 2024 | Bio Voice News
"As soon as someone says 'exercise' a picture of gym flashes before one’s eyes. You should not worry about your age or current fitness level as you plan to embark on the journey towards healthy living. Everyone has different reasons to exercise. Some people workouts for health, some to learn dance, climb mountains on a trek or it could be just to fit in your clothes better. Similarly, there is not one way to exercise, you have lot of options like walking, jogging, swimming, playing tennis to name a few. I cannot stress this point enough that it is very essential to engage in effective warm up and cool down exercises before you start your daily exercise routine," says Dr Shalini Joshi, Additional Director Internal Medicine & Preventive Medicine. Fortis Hospital, Bannerghatta Road, Bangalore.
Jan 13, 2023 | Hindustan Times
"The flu and Covid-19 are both respiratory illnesses, but they are caused by different viruses. Symptoms of the flu and Covid-19 can be similar, such as fever, cough, and fatigue, but there are some key differences. The flu typically causes more severe symptoms in the elderly and people with underlying health conditions, whereas Covid-19 can cause severe illness in people of all ages," says Dr Shalini Joshi, Senior Consultant-Internal Medicine, Fortis Hospital Bannerghatta Road, Bangalore.
Oct 7, 2022 | Business Insider [Archived]
Why are cases of coinfection rising?
Why are cases of coinfection rising?
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People are also avoiding taking a Covid test when they detect symptoms and this can also be one of the reasons behind contracting multiple infections.
“It could mostly be because of people not getting themselves tested. They are either ignoring it as some virus or taking antibiotics for high fever with a cough and cold, which is not right,” Dr Shalini Joshi, Senior Consultant - Internal Medicine, Fortis Hospitals, Bengaluru, told Business Insider India.
The only way to cope with rising cases is to ramp up the testing surveillance, Kerkhove of WHO further said. “There are tools that exist to minimise the impact in terms of severe disease burden on health systems and economic impact, but they need to be used appropriately in all countries,” she added.
Jul 27, 2022 | Times of India
Dr Shalini Joshi, senior consultant, internal medicine, Fortis Hospital, Bannerghatta Road, agreed that cases might be higher than reported as several people do not inform the department after home tests. “The Omicron symptoms are mild in most people. So, many are no longer thinking about Covid-19 when they fall ill or are not testing at all. When some patients seek medical attention and take online consultation with us, we ask them to take the Covid-19 RAT test, which is quite reliable. If it is negative and we need a Covid-19 confirmation, we ask them to undergo the RT-PCR test,” she said.
Jul 26, 2022 | News18
One of the biggest roadblocks faced by LGBTQ individuals in overcoming their mental health issues is their families’ reactions to their sexuality. In growing up years, especially during the teenage years, the family’s reaction to sexuality deeply impacts the LGBTQ individuals’ emotional and mental position.
Lack of family acceptance leads to complex psychiatric problems that can even result in the development of suicidal tendencies. The rate of suicidal attempts is higher in teen LGBTQ than in other age groups, said Dr Shalini Joshi, Internal Medicine, Fortis Hospital, Bannerghatta Road, Bangalore.
Jul 25, 2022 | Pinkvilla [Archived]
On the other extreme, they embrace their child's uniqueness. Dr. Shalini Joshi, Internal Medicine, Fortis Hospital, Bannerghatta Road, Bangalore, comments on how crucial it is for parents to be accepting: “Lack of family and social acceptance can affect LGBTQ teens emotionally and mentally. This may lead to psychiatric problems, substance misuse, and even suicide in some cases. The environment and the way they are treated, can make them uncomfortable. ...”
Jun 9, 2022 | India Today
With respite from the heat wave in northern India not yet in sight, it is important to take precautions to stay safe in the sun. Dr Shalini Joshi, Senior Consultant (Internal Medicine) at Fortis, Bannerghatta Road, Bengaluru, suggests how.
Jun 8, 2022 | News9Live
Dr Shalini Joshi, Senior Consultant – Internal Medicine, Fortis Hospitals, Bannerghatta Road, Bengaluru agreed that there has been an increase in cases. She said, “Last week, we were looking at only one or two COVID-19 infections, but there has been a sudden increase.”
She added that most of these have a history of travel or social gathering.
Jun 3, 2022 | India Times
Nicotine present in tobacco is very addictive. In addition to making you feel good, it helps in concentration and makes you energetic for some time. When the nicotine levels in your body fade, your brain craves more dopamine. The longer you have been smoking, the more dopamine you need to feel good. You become dependent on nicotine and feel the craving, if not satisfied the nicotine user will suffer from withdrawal effects.
May 24, 2022 | New Indian Express
Meanwhile, agreeing that there are not as many long covid cases as earlier Dr Shalini Joshi, Senior Consultant, Internal Medicine, Fortis Hospitals says, "We saw many cases of Omicron since January but we have seen very few patients coming in for long covid symptoms."
Mar 12, 2022 | New Indian Express
It can take up to two months to replenish the loss of microbiome by antibiotics,” says Dr Shalini Joshi, Senior Consultant, Internal Medicine, Fortis Hospitals, Bannerghatta Road, Bengaluru. The gut reboot demands a revision of pre-existing habits. Says Delhi-based nutritionist, dietitian and lifestyle coach, Saloni, “Even stress works directly with the cortisol levels. When our cortisol levels shoot up, our digestive system stands disrupted.”
Jan 7, 2022 | India.com
Omicron Treatment: Delhi, Mumbai, and other big cities in India are experiencing a surge in Covid-19 cases, driven by the Omicron variant. Mumbai recorded a new daily infection peak of 15,166 on Wednesday. While, nearly 90% of new patients had shown no symptoms and only 8% were hospitalised, city officials said in a daily health bulletin. Most of patients are getting treated at home, Dr Shalini Joshi, Senior Consultant of Internal Medicine, Fortis explains Home Isolation Guidelines and treatment guidelines.
Jan 6, 2022 | India.com
Omicron vs Flu Symptoms: There has been a surge of Covid-19 Omicron variant cases in India. As pet latest reports, Omicron variant of Covid-19 may lead to mild symptoms, making it harder than ever to distinguish between the flu and coronavirus infection. Sore throat, runny nose, body ache or fever the symptoms of flu and Omicron are very similar. Is it Cold or Covid-19? Dr Shalini Joshi, Senior Consultant of Internal Medicine at Fortis Hospital in conversation with India.com decodes the symptoms of Covid-19 and flu. Doctor advices, people suffering from these symptoms should isolate and take a test immediately. Watch full video interview to know all about Omicron Variant of Covid-19.
Sep 25, 2021 | Hindustan Times
"At birth the baby has 20-50 million air sacs. But they are still not fully developed. The child's lung volume increases a lot in the first two years of life, owing to the fast growth in the number of air sacs in their lungs. By the time the child is three, their lungs look like a mini version of adult lungs. Adult lungs have around 300 million air sacs. Did you know that your lungs are still in the process of maturing even in your early twenties!" says Dr. Shalini Joshi, Senior Consultant - Internal Medicine, Fortis Hospitals, Bannerghatta Road, Bengaluru.
Sep 15, 2021 | News18
Dr Shalini Joshi, Senior Consultant, Internal Medicine at Fortis Hospitals, Bengaluru, explained that metabolic disorders, namely insulin resistance and PCOS, can also stem from being overweight.
“Polycystic ovary syndrome is an important example of a metabolic disorder, associated with insulin resistance, and the incidence of PCOS is on the rise among teens due to obesity," she stated.
Dr Joshi further added that problems are not always physical when it comes to obesity. “Teenagers may suffer from anxiety, depression, mood swings, tiredness, pessimism, poor sleep, and low self-esteem due to stressful situations during lockdowns in the pandemic. They would end up eating junk food, sugar-laden carbonated beverages, pizzas as comfort food leading to weight issues," she explained.
Nov 2, 2021 | Indian Express
“What is not part of ageing is unintentional weight loss or appetite loss. Forgetting what you ate for breakfast or where you live is not part of ageing. When a person becomes forgetful, argumentative, or neglects self-care, it could be signs of dementia or depression. The family and friends should be supportive and should seek medical attention for further assessment and treatment,” Dr Shalini Joshi, Consultant Internal Medicine, Fortis Hospital, Bannerghatta Road, Bengaluru, tells indianexpress.com.
Sep 1, 2021 | Biospectrum India
It is a good idea to visit a doctor regularly, even if you feel healthy. The purpose of these visits is to check for current or emerging medical problems, assess your risk of inheriting disorders and cancers which runs in the family. If you have high-risk factors, such as a family history of a condition like diabetes, early premature heart disease, high cholesterol, it may be more likely that you will develop a particular disease. Regular checks may help your doctor pick up early warning signs. As you get older, keeping an eye on your health becomes more important. It is important to discuss the need for adult vaccinations and make sure you are up to date.
Jul 5, 2021 | Yourstory.com
"People need to respect doctors and have an attitude for gratitude. When we are doing our COVID-19 rounds, we can’t go near our families, we need to stay separate from our children." - Dr Shalini Joshi, Fortis Hospital
Jun 27, 2021 | The News Minute
Dr Shalini Joshi, a senior consultant for Internal Medicine at Fortis Hospital, said, “We all have been living in very difficult times with the COVID-19 pandemic for the past 18 months. It is important to pay attention to your symptoms whether it is fever, cough, cold, body pain or headache. It could be confusing in these pandemic times because dengue can also give rise to fever, body pain, myalgias, joint pain, and headache.”
Apr 17, 2021 | The New Indian Express
What are the usual symptoms in second wave?
People are experiencing severe fatigue, body pain, sore throat, loose motion and few experience loss of sense of smell, vomiting and chills. Other symptoms include dry cough and shortness of breath due to early lung involvement. People in their 30s and 40s are getting affected more this time. There are many cases where kids playing together have brought home the virus, eventually infecting the entire family.
Here’s what you need to know before taking herbal supplements
May 1, 2020 | Indian Express
“As per ASSOCHAM, about 60 to 70 per cent of dietary supplements across India are counterfeit, unregistered and unapproved, which are not easily identified as fake. Eat plenty of fruits, vegetables, whole grains, beans, legumes, dairy products in a balanced amount which can fulfill your daily requirements of vitamins and minerals,” suggests Dr Shalini Joshi, senior consultant, Internal Medicine, Fortis Hospital, Bannerghatta Road, Bangalore.
May 30, 2019 | New Indian Express
Putting down your last cigarette might seem like a daunting task, but with the right support system and frame of mind, it’s definitely possible. Smokers who have decided to quit will experience some unpleasant symptoms due to the lower nicotine levels in the body.
Mar 24, 2018 | Deccan Herald
Dr Shalini Joshi, senior consultant, internal medicine, Fortis Hospitals, Bannerghatta Road, describes organic food as that grown without pesticides, hormones, and antibiotics. "Some organically grown food could have pesticide residue, unintentionally, because of what is in the soil. Moreover, groundwater may also have pesticides," she says. She recommends people grow vegetables and herbs such as basil, spinach, and mint on their terrace or balcony.
Feb 3, 2018 | Face News
Dr. Shalini Joshi, Senior Consultant, Internal Medicine, Fortis Hospital, Bannerghatta Road said, "Quit tobacco, just the way you started, 'BY TRYING IT ONCE'. This is the motto of Fortis' public drive that aims to raise awareness on the impacts of tobacco addiction. Nicotine produces physical and mood-altering effects in the brain that cause temporary experience of pleasure. However, the prolonged outcome of these very effects is tobacco addiction, the negative repercussions of which become apparent in the long term. Despite honest intentions during later stages, unguided attempts of quitting tobacco cause withdrawal symptoms, including irritability and anxiety. While it's the nicotine in tobacco that causes dependence, the toxic effects are the result of other cancer-causing harmful substances in tobacco."
Jan 11, 2018 | New Indian Express
I am a 35-year-old woman and I feel very cold in spite of wearing a cardigan. I feel my hands freeze and sometimes, I find it difficult to type or write anything. I did a BP test and it came out to be normal. What could possibly be the reason for this?
I am a 65-year-old man. I woke up one morning to find my foot swollen and turned reddish all of a sudden. The swellings have considerably reduced now but the foot still looks reddish. Is it something to worry about?
Sep 13, 2017 | Bangalore Mirror
Dr Shalini Joshi, consultant, internal medicine, Fortis Hospital, said, "This is not the first time that people are being diagnosed with viral fever that imitates the symptoms of dengue. This fever can only be diagnosed through a careful blood test. I won't say that it is a new strain but, over the years, the number of such cases has gone up as it is very different from the influenza virus that generally attacks the upper respiratory system."
Aug 30, 2017 | Femina
Pollen allergies present itself differently in each person. Parthenium dermatitis, an immuno-inflammatory disease caused by Parthenium hysterophorus, which are airborne and friable plant particles. Dr Shalini Joshi, a senior internal medicine consultant at Fortis Hospital, advises you to, "Cover your mouth when crossing parks and steer clear of flower shops and green houses. Most pollen allergies flare up during certain times of the year. Avoid going out too much during those weeks and pre-medicate with anti-allergenics."
Jul 6, 2017 | The Hindu
Dr. Shalini Joshi, Internal Medicine consultant at Fortis Hospitals, Bannerghatta Road, said every patient who reports a viral illness has classic dengue symptoms with a drop in platelet count. The situation is alarming and is likely to worsen in the coming days, she said.
Jun 30, 2016 | New Indian Express
Monsoon has come with a bang, uprooting trees, causing havoc in the traffic and hence adding few more hours to the commute of a common man. The open drains and heaps of garbage on the roadside with peculiar odour is a common sight throughout Bengaluru more so in last few years. On the contrary the cool showers are a boon to the farmer who has long been waiting for the monsoon to bless his crop. But with the rains come a host of ailments in the monsoon season affecting masses with Dengue fever and other viral illnesses.
Jan 22, 2016 | Economic Times
The prevalent corporate culture involves more and more work with inadequate staff, in addition to long working hours, which leads to cutting down of the time spent with family and friends, said Joshi. "There's hardly any flexibility or appreciation of employees and this paves the way for depression and dissatisfaction. Since most of the youngsters spend 14-18 hours a day at work, only employers can do something for their health," said Dr Shalini Joshi, Senior Internal Medicine Consultant at Bengaluru's Fortis Hospital.
Jan 7, 2016 | Deccan Herald
Most of the medical practitioners in the City agree that a large number of their practice is influenced by the fluctuating weather of Bengaluru. "More than 50 per cent of the cases seen are fever, cough and cold. People with asthmatic tendency are highly affected. Compared to other places in the country which have definite seasons, the City doesn't have that, which triggers all these viruses," says Dr Shalini Joshi, senior consultant, Fortis Hospital, Bannerghatta Road.
Jan 8, 2015 | Bangalore Mirror
Dr Shalini Joshi, Internal Medicine Consultant, Fortis Hospital, Bannerghatta Road, says most Indians tend to think vaccinations are only for kids, but the fact is that as we get older, the immunity accorded by vaccines wears off, especially after the age of 60.
Dr. Shalini Joshi, MD (USA) is a Senior Consultant in Internal Medicine at Fortis Hospital, Bannerghatta Road, Bengaluru.
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