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Licking of toys by toddlers can bdangerus due to intake of heavy elements liklead and murcury. Toys that are made wit
materials unsafe for children can pose a threat t
their health and safety. This was the focal poin
of the program. Dr. Ravi Malik commented o
how a toy can be dangerous to a young baby if
isnt chosen properly. Some toys that ar
available in the market are coated wit
chemicals which are bad for childrens health
Toys should also be age appropriate.
AAJ TAK- 19th June 2010, at 9:009:30pm
Excessive TV viewing by children posing health problems. In this programDr. Ravi Malik spoke on excessive TV viewin
by children. This practice affects children i
many ways including setting a bad impressioand example on their minds, resulting ba
habits. Excessive TV viewing is also bad fo
health as it leads to loss of appetite, low vision
headache and lethargy. Dr. Malik also suggeste
precautions that can be followed by parents.
DELHI AAJ TAK 2nd July 2011, a2:30-3:00pm
Diabetes in children - currentperspective. A panel discussion on JuvenileDiabetes (Type-I). Dr. Ravi Malik explained
geographically distribution and hereditary
factors of this form of diabetes, wherein the
child is dependent on the injection of insulin.
He also touched upon all aspect of juvenile
diabetes including the latest insulin pump,
rehabilitation of children and related
complications of the condition like retinopathy
and nephropathy. Dr. Ravi Malik stressed on the
utmost importance of early diagnosis of the
disease and its management.
LOK SABHA T.V- 15th Dec. 2012, at5:00-6:00pm
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Unfortunate incident of death of childin carThe program highlighted the fatal resultsof leaving a child unattended in the car. Dr. Ravi
Malik spoke about the recent death of children
inside a locked car, where the parents had left
them unattended. The temperature inside the
car increased leading to hyperthermia and
suffocation, which eventually resulted in death.
Children should not be left unattended in a
locked, car especially during the summer
season.
NEWS 24- 31st May 2012 at 8:20-8:50pm
Death of children in accidentallylocked car due to asphyxia In thprogram Dr. Ravi Malik spoke on the seriou
issue of the death of children in a car, in whic
they were accidentally locked. In such cases thchildren dont know how to open the car door
and die of suffocation. The situatio
precipitated due to the negligence of parent
who left the keys in the car. He also cautione
parents to follow certain norms while leavin
children unattended in a car.
INDIA TV - at 11:00-11:30pm
Preventions and treatment of HepatitiB On this program Dr. Ravi Malik spoke onspread the of Hepatitis-B infection. It is a vira
infection and spreads through used injection
and blood transfusion. It is a preventable diseas
and all precautions should be taken against thi
dreadful disease, which if not treated is fatal. 80
90% children are only symptomatic and 10-20%
report symptoms like nausea, loss of appetite
passing yellowish urine and fatigue. Dr. Mali
advised that pregnant women should b
screened of hepatitis-b infection so that th
unborn child does not suffer from this infection
He emphasized that immunization against thi
disease needs to be done.
Delhi Aaj Tak - 16th Feb 2013, at 6:30
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Somnambulism or sleep walking inchildren. In this program Dr. Ravi Malikcommented on somnambulism in children, this
is a condition wherein there is dissociation
between the mind and the body. The individual
walks in his sleep and is unaware of his actions.
He can strike out against objects and sustain
injury, and hence adults need to keep a close
watch on the child. Children suffering from this
condition should not be taken to hilly areas or
near the water bodies without permission of
parents or proper supervision.
News-24 11th May 2010, at 1-00-1:30pm
Safe feeding techniques - how toprevent aspiration deaths. This programsaw Dr. Ravi Malik educating viewers on how t
safely feed babies and children. Choking is
common problem encountered in smal
children as the food enters the wind pipe instead
of food pipe. He emphasised on the need t
educate parents and caregivers about the prope
position of offering food to babies and youn
children.
NEWS 24- 4th July 2012, at 6:006:30pm
Television viewing for children - Doand donts. On this program Dr. Ravi Malispoke on the bad effects of some cartoon show
on the children. He narrated an incident wher
a child lost his life while imitating an act he saw
in an animated program. Dr. Malik said thaparents should monitor childrens activitie
while watching TV and allow tell them to watc
television only for a limited period of time. The
also need to ensure that children watch ag
appropriate programs and understand th
difference between reality and fiction. Childre
should be encouraged to take part in outdoo
sports and creative activities. After two years o
age child should not watch more than two hou
of TV .
News-24 23rd May 2010, at 12:001:00pm
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Stress due to exams - how to reduce it.Stress caused due to examinations was highlighted
through this program. Dr. Ravi Malik commented
on the stress which students suffer before and
during examinations. He advised parents and
students not to take too much stress as it can lead to
physical and psychological effects such as loss of
appetite, loss of weight, headache, tension and loss
of sleep. In turn these side effects have an impact on
the performance of the students.
NEWS 24 24th May 2011 at 6:00-6:30pm
Stress due to exams leadingpsychological problems in childrenlevel of stress experienced by students before
during examinations is a cause for worry
parents, teachers and society in general. In
program Dr. Ravi Malik commented on e
stress, particularly in children appearing for
board exams. Students often complain
headaches, dizziness and abdominal pain whic
some of the symptoms of the stress caused du
examinations. Dr. Malik advised student
prepare well in advance and relax during the n
and hours before the exam. This practice will
help improve results.
News - 24 - 28th Feb. 2011, at 1011:00pm
Impact on children of participation inTV shows as child artists. This programfocused on the serious issue of chil
participation in TV Shows. Dr. Ravi Mali
spoke on the detrimental effects of childre
taking an active part in TV shows. He stresse
that such an experience, with bright lights an
loud sound, can affect their eyesight, hearin
and mental faculties, if not monitore
appropriately. He advised that small children
who are especially emotionally attached to thei
mothers, should not be involved in realit
shows for television. For older children such a
experience can be distracting and make
difficult for them to focus on their studies.
NEWS 24 23rd Sep. 2009 at 7:008:00pm
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Need for balanced diet an essentialcomponent of paediatric growth. In thisprogram Dr. Ravi Malik discussed and gave his
opinion regarding the need for healthy and
balanced diet, and its importance for the growth
and development of children. He also cautioned
against the consumption of junk food, which is
common to the young generation. A healthy
body is essential to hold a healthy mind and
spirit.
IBN 7- 9th Dec. 2009 at 2:00-2:30pm
Influence of astrology on career debate The program highlighted the blind anirrational faith that people place on astrolog
and its so called impact on career. Dr. Ravi Mali
spoke on the topic of astrology and its impact ocareer choices. He explained that only har
work will pay good results rather than sittin
and waiting for fortune to come home as pe
astrology. He advised viewers to not place blin
faith on astrology and instead work hard on an
study or work option they choose.
News-24
Encephalitis - An introduction tpaediatric disease.Dr. Ravi Malik spoke othe condition of encephalitis, also known a
brain fever, which is fatal in children. It is a vira
disease that spreads with the bite of mosquito o
by respiratory tract infection. In childre
mortality rate is 30% or above and those wh
survive suffer from some form of nervou
disability. Dr. Malik narrated an incident of th
spread of this disease by mosquito bites in th
damp atmosphere where litchis are grown.
India-TV - 22nd June 2011, at 5:005:30pm
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Adverse effects of excessive exercison children This program shed light on thdamage that an aggressive physical exercise ca
have on children. Dr. Ravi Malik commented o
the adverse effects of excessive physical exercison growing bones of young children. In this tal
he stressed on the fact that children should b
encouraged to do age specific physical activit
or exercise only.INDIA TV- 27th Feb. 2012, at 12:0012:30pm
Pneumonia in children - one of thleading cause of death in paediatri
patients. In this program Dr. Ravi Malispoke on the silent killer disease in childre
known as Pneumonia. In India almost ever
minute an infant dies due to pneumonia, an
this is an issue that should not be taken lightly
In case of any fever with cough it is importanthat parents consult with their doctor and no
treat the symptoms themselves. Dr. Mali
explained the signs and symptoms o
pneumonia and how the disease can b
prevented.
IBN-7 - 27th Nov. 2009, at 2:00-2:30pm
Growth of children - how to monitor andthe remedies. On this program Dr. Ravi Malikspoke on the physical and mental growth of
children. He stressed on the fact that both are
interrelated. Children should take part in
outdoor activities and eat a balanced diet which
will help in physical growth and also in the
development of the mind. He also touched upon
some genetic disorders and the normal
parameters of newborns like head circumference
and chest measurements for detection of diseases
in children.
SAHARA NCR 22nd May 2010 at 5:00-5:30pm
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Dangers and precautions of childhoswimming. There are many who wrobelieve that if a child is thrown in the deep
of a pool or in the sea, he or she will lear
swim and survive. This program focused on
such episode in Gujarat. Dr. Ravi M
commented on the dangerous act of throw
children in water in order to teach them
swim. This is a very dangerous practic
infants and young children are not prepare
such an activity and they are suddenly thr
into strong current of water. Sometimes suc
action may break the cervical spine leadin
instant death.
INDIA TV- 28th May 2010, at 910:00pm
Care of new born an education insighto mothers. In this program Dr. Ravi Malicommented on the care of newborn babies. H
advised parents and caregivers on the prope
ways to care for the newborn by giving themproper feed, burping and bathing them safely
These are some of the most important aspects o
caring for the new born. Infants should not b
exposed to severe cold or heat as they are ver
sensitive to temperature change. Col
temperature can lead to hypothermia which ca
be fatal. In extreme heat infants can develo
conditions like loose motion, and vomiting an
dehydration.
SAHARA NCR- 25th June 2007, at 9:30
10:00am
Conjoint twin surgery This programfocused on a difficult and complicated surgery
carried out in a hospital in New Delhi. In his talk
with the media Dr. Ravi Malik made people
aware of the conjoint twin surgery done at the
Apollo Hospital. This was a rare and
complicated surgery and even though, sadly one
of the twins died due to complication and
infection.
NEWS24 6th July 2012, at 3:00-3:30pm
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Importance of vaccination The role immunization cannot be undermined
promoting a healthy childhood and this was th
topic for discussion. Dr. Ravi Malik spoke on th
importance of vaccination as it gives activimmunization against disease like Diptheri
Pertusis, Tetanus, Polio, Measles, Mump
Rubella, Chickenpox, Hepatitis-B, Hepatitis-
and Typhoid. Immunization protects childhoo
and promotes good health in the long run.
SAHARA NCR 25th Oct. 2009, 4:00-4:30pm
Childhood diseases During this talk DrRavi Malik discussed common ailments tha
afflict children, with a special focus on
diarrhoea. He made the viewers aware of th
difference between diarrhoea in infants and
children. Infants below the age of six month
can pass 5-6 motions in a day, whereas as indiarrhoea it is a progressive increase in th
frequency of motion, for which ORS can b
given at home. In some cases teething can als
lead to diarrhoea.
SAHARA NCR- 11th Oct. 2008, at 12:301:00pm
Early childhood diseases In this programDr. Ravi Malik discussed Pneumonia, which is
very common in infancy and childhood, and
dangerous for health. It is caused by respiratory
tract infection, which, if not treated in time can
be fatal. He also emphasized on the importance
of immunization for children in order to
prevent and protect them from diseases.
IBN 7- 25th Nov. 2009, at 2:00-2:30pm
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Importance of balanced diet ichildren In this program Dr. Ravi Malicommented on the growth in children and it
dependence on the intake of a balanced an
nutritional diet containing high protein
vitamins, calcium, iron and other mineral
Such a diet would help increase the height, an
healthy growth of children. A balanced die
should include vegetables, cereals, and food
that cover all the food groups.
WAMA 23rd March 2009, at 2:002:30pm
Loss appetite in children-The focal pointof this program was the decreased appetite in
children. Dr. Ravi Malik offered his views on
the fact that junk food and oily food can bring
down appetite. He focused on this problem,
which seems to be rising day by day, and also
gave children and parents valuable dietary
advice that should be followed to facilitate good
health.
Herpes Simplex Virus Information anknowledge are essential to prevent and manag
any condition. In this program Dr. Ravi Mali
spoke on HSV (Herpes Simplex Virus) infectio
which is known to spread by close contact. Hwarned viewers not to kiss infants and youn
children as the infection can spread easil
through close contact with an infected person.
INDIA - TV at 6:30-7:00pm
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Congenital anomalies in peaditripatients. This program focused on congenitanomalies. Dr. Ravi Malik spoke about a child
listening capabilities despite not having an ea
lobe. This is a congenital anomaly which can b
associated with other anomalies like cleft palat
and big jaw. Dr. Malik said that in such case
doctors need to thoroughly investigate for othe
congenital anomalies like absence of kidney. Ithe case that was discussed the child can listen
even without the external ear, and through h
mouth, which connects the middle and intern
ear. Plastic surgery can be helpful in such case
so as to find a solution to the situation and t
ensure that the child does not suffer from
inferiority complex.
News-24 10th July 2010, at 1:001:30pm
School bunking - is it becoming common practice- an awarenesdebate Truancy in teenagers A programon teenage behaviour and its implications. D
Ravi Malik spoke about the subject of teenage
bunking school. It has been observed th
students bunk their classes and visit malls ancinema halls, a behaviour that their parents ar
unaware of. Dr. Malik guided parents to keep
check on their children by following som
effective suggestions. These included checkin
their bags when they come back from schoo
and also taking regular feedback from teacher
about the students performance in clas
Parents must be vigilant of their childrens afte
school activities too.
News 24 22nd July 2010, at 3:00
4:00pm
Clinical problems faced by children onuse of heavy metal painted toys Dr.Ravi Malik spoke on the worrying issue of
poisoning through toys. He explained that
nowadays cheap Chinese toys have flooded the
market. These toys are very attractive and
bright in colour due to the use of lead,
chromium and cadmium. When children are
exposed to such materials they are vulnerable to
the toxic effects of heavy metals. He advised and
warned parents against purchasing such
attractive but toxic toys. During his talk Dr. RaviMalik also interacted with viewers and
answered queries.
News-24 - 18th June 2010 at 3:00-3:30pm
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Importance of exercise in childhooWith most cities losing out on their gree
spaces, rise in sedentary lifestyle and with risin
incidence of crime, lesser number of childre
exercise and play everyday. This program
focused on the need for exercise in childhood
Dr. Ravi Malik spoke on the many benefits o
exercising for children. He also stressed o
moderation in exercise, as in all other things i
life, and said that an excess of the same can b
harmful, and in some cases can also turn fatal.
INDIA TV- 3rd March 2010, at 6:307:00pm
Age appropriate useof toys tosafeguard our childrens Toys shouldbe safe and age appropriate. On this program
Dr. Ravi Malik discussed the poisoning
caused due to the toxic toys available inmarket. These toys are dangerous for
childrens health as they are coated with
toxic colours. Laser guns emit high
frequency light, which is bad for the eyes of
children. It is vital that parents educate
themselves with the need to provide
children with safe and good toys.AAJ TAK- 19th June 2010 at 5:00-5:30pm
Side effects of laser toys. Laser Toys usecan be da Exposure to toxic toys can be
dangerous for the health of children, and this
was focused upon in this program. In his talk Dr.
Ravi Malik warned the masses regarding the
presence of toxic toys in the market. He spoke of
the dangers that these toys pose to childrens
health, as they are often coated with toxic
chemicals. He recommended that parents
choose toys carefully and after duly surveying
the market for them.
DELHI AAJ TAK 19th June 2010, at9:30-10:00pm
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Toxic toys and their bad side effects.The presence of dangerous and toxic toys in the
market is alarming, and this was the focus of the
program. Dr. Ravi Malik spoke on the use of toys
which are attractive but are chemically
coloured. These toxic colours are dangerous for
the health of children and hence, such toys
should not be made available in the market. Dr.
Malik warned parents against buying such toys
and suggested that they only buy good quality
toys that are age appropriate.
Sahara NCR - 16th Jan. 2010, at 7:30-8:00pm
Children health getting effected byadulterated chocolates This programfocused on the serious issue of spurious an
adulterated chocolates flooding the market. D
Ravi Malik commented on the adulteration ichocolates, a product which is largely consume
by children. These spurious chocolates includ
chemical compounds which are harmful to th
consumers health, and pose a threat to the live
of the children who may consume them. Dr
Malik stressed on the need for parents and adult
to pay attention to the kind of confectioner
they buy and recommended that they onl
purchase branded products.
News - 24 - 10th Aug. 2010, at 3:00
3:30pm
Malnourishment - an important causo f m a s s d e a t h i n c h i l d r e nMalnourishment is a serious condition tha
affects large sections of the Indian society
particularly children. On this program Dr. Rav
Malik spoke on this crucial issue. During hi
discussion he explained about low birth weigh
which is a condition that affects a larg
percentage of births in India. Dr. Malik stresseupon the need for breastfeed, which is ver
important for the newborn. He explained th
need to offer children a balanced diet. Protei
malnourished children are susceptible t
infection. He also highlighted the normal die
growth and weight of children in various ag
groups.
India TV 29th April 2013 at 2:303:00pm
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Swimming for children This programfocused on whether children should be
encouraged to swim from a young age. Dr. Ravi
Malik spoke on the issue of training small
children for swimming. He spoke about the
improved mental and physical health of young
children who received proper training for
swimming. The doctor also cautioned that if
training was not provided by experts it could
prove to be fatal.
IBN 7- 28th Aug. 2010, at 9:00-9:30pm
Importance of exercise in childhooWith most cities losing out on their gree
spaces, rise in sedentary lifestyle and with risin
incidence of crime, lesser number of childre
exercise and play everyday. This program
focused on the need for exercise in childhood
Dr. Ravi Malik spoke on the many benefits o
exercising for children. He also stressed o
moderation in exercise, as in all other things i
life, and said that an excess of the same can b
harmful, and in some cases can also turn fatal.
IBN-7, 23rd Jan. 2011, at 5:00-5:15pm
Infant health and superstition Dr. RavMalik spoke on the impact of superstition o
infant health. This discussion was focused o
the superstitious practice of public worshippin
of a sick child with large head (Hydrocephalouwithout any medical care to the new born
Viewers were discouraged from following suc
superstitious belief, and made aware of th
chromosomal abnormality that causes th
condition. The condition is often interpreted b
the uninformed as Mata or the presence of th
feminine divine.
NEWS 24- 28th July 2010, at 8:309:00pm
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Newborn feeding and aspirationdeaths On this program Dr. Ravi Malik spokeon the serious issue of aspiration. He explained
that newborn up to the age of 6 months should
be given only breastfeed, and no water or top
feed should be offered. In case top feed is
required, then it is best to avoid bottle feeding
which is a potential source of infection. The feed
can alternatively be given by bowl and spoon.
Sometimes when the milk enters the respiratory
tract it leads to pneumonia and death. So parents
and caregivers should be very careful while
feeding the newborn and should assume the
proper position for it.
India-TV 21st Jan. 2013, at 3:30-4:00pm
Asthma in children This program focuseon the rising prevalence of asthma in childre
and its consequences. Dr. Ravi Malik spoke o
asthma in children, a condition which cause
respiratory distress. He discussed the variou
precautions and preventive measures that coul
be taken in case of sudden exposure to cold, anto help identify and avoid an allergen. Thes
conditions are the precipitating factors for a
attack of asthma.
Sahara NCR- 31st Oct. 2008, at 4:004:30pm
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