Dr. Gaayathri Pallauh's Profile
MBBS
![Dr. Gaayathri Pallauh Dr. Gaayathri Pallauh](https://www.medindia.net/images/content-team-medindia/dr-gaayathri-pallauh.jpg)
Dr. Gaayathri Pallauh, is a MBBS graduate from Telangana, India. She is currently pursuing her MD in Paediatrics. She enjoys sharing authentic medical information and simplifying complex medical concepts.
Written / Edited / Medically Reviewed
![New National Immunization Schedule for 2023 for Children.](https://www.medindia.net/health-images/new-national-immunization-schedule-for-2023-for-children.jpg)
New National Immunization Schedule for 2023 for Children.
National Immunization Schedule for kids in 2023 has some new changes. It was implemented on the first of January 2023. The pneumococcal vaccine has been added to the schedule.
![Swabs from Nose and Throat may Accurately Detect COVID-19](https://www.medindia.net/health-images/nose-throat-or-nose-and-throat.jpg)
Swabs from Nose and Throat may Accurately Detect COVID-19
Swabbing both the nose and throat in self-test kits for COVID-19 may detect SARS-CoV-2 more accurately, state researchers
![Higher Risk of Stroke and Stroke-related Deaths in South Asians](https://www.medindia.net/health-images/higher-risk-of-stroke-related-deaths-in-south-asians.jpg)
Higher Risk of Stroke and Stroke-related Deaths in South Asians
South Asians have a higher risk of stroke when compared to whites. Are pre-existing diabetes, hypertension, and high cholesterol levels playing an important role?
![Is Your Preschooler Getting Enough Nutrition?](https://www.medindia.net/health-images/preschooler-is-well-nourished.jpg)
Is Your Preschooler Getting Enough Nutrition?
Make sure your preschooler is getting the right nutrition by offering them a variety of fruits, vegetables, and good sources of protein
![Drugs and Surgery Help Treat Childhood Obesity Over Diet and Exercise](https://www.medindia.net/health-images/drugs-and-surgery-treat-childhood-obesity.jpg)
Drugs and Surgery Help Treat Childhood Obesity Over Diet and Exercise
Pediatricians recommend anti-obesity drugs for 12 years and bariatric surgery for 13-year-olds children with obesity.