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Health

Social messaging about medical needs: the etiquette we often overlook

Reported by The Sunday Guardian 18 Oct 2026, 1:33 am IST 1 min read

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It is quite routine for patients to ask for their doctor’s personal telephone number at the end of a medical consultation. This request is often preceded by a promise…

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Section: Health
First reported by: The Sunday Guardian
Reporter: tushar sharma
Published: Sunday, 18 October 2026, 1:33 am IST
Coverage: One outlet so far

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