Infants of obese mothers slow developers
August 7th, 2012 - 2:03 pm ICT by IANS
Washington, Aug 7 (IANS) Pregnant women who are overweight or obese affect how their children grow up and develop, at least initially.A team led by a University of Iowa ... Read more...
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How to slay ‘the emperor’? Ask Indian American cancer specialist
December 12th, 2010 - 1:34 pm ICT by IANS
By Arun Kumar
Washington, Dec 12 (IANS) Indian American cancer specialist Siddhartha Mukherjee, whose very first book has become a runaway success, advocates a strong anti-smoking campaign and breast cancer screening to battle ... Read more...
Posted in Health |
People with lots of friends live 3.7yrs longer than those who are isolated
September 14th, 2010 - 1:30 pm ICT by ANI
Los Angeles, Sept 14 (ANI): Want a longer, healthier life? Well, the best medicine is the support of family and friends.That's the conclusion of a new U.S. study, which found that the ... Read more...
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New drug shows dramatic results in reducing lung cancer tumours
June 23rd, 2010 - 4:23 pm ICT by ANI
Washington, June 23 (ANI): A new drug could be instrumental in shrinking tumours in lung cancer patients, according to a new study.The new drug, crizotinib, under development by Pfizer, showed dramatic results ... Read more...
Posted in Health Science |
Earliest signs that predict eventual onset of Alzheimer’s
January 29th, 2010 - 5:08 pm ICT by ANI
Washington, Jan 29 (ANI): Through the use of sophisticated brain-imaging techniques, researchers at UCLA have found earliest signs that could help predict an eventual onset of Alzheimer's, well before any outward symptoms.They've ... Read more...
Posted in Health Science |
Obesity, BP, blood sugar deadliest combo for tempting early death
November 3rd, 2009 - 1:42 pm ICT by ANI
Washington, November 3 (ANI): People having obesity, high blood pressure and high blood sugar simultaneously are twice likely to have a heart attack and three times more likely to die earlier than ... Read more...
Posted in Health Science |
Taking Vitamin D? You may still feel SAD
March 18th, 2009 - 5:06 pm ICT by IANS
London, March 18 (IANS) The latest study says Vitamin D may not really help you overcome depression and symptoms of Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) which is linked to reduced sunlight.
Exposure to ... Read more...
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No clear link between lack of vitamin D and depression
March 18th, 2009 - 12:33 pm ICT by ANI
Washington, Mar 18 (ANI): A new study by researchers at the University of Warwick has shown that there is no clear link between lack of vitamin D and depression.Lack of Vitamin ... Read more...
Posted in Health Science |
Laser therapy combo effectively clears acne, reduces oil production
March 8th, 2009 - 11:28 am ICT by ANI
Washington, Mar 8 (ANI): A combination of laser therapy has been found to safely and effectively treat one of the most common skin conditions that plagues teenagers and adults alike-acne. Dermatologist ... Read more...
Posted in Health Science |
‘All work and no play makes Jack a dull boy - really’
January 28th, 2009 - 11:23 am ICT by IANS
New York, Jan 28 (IANS) There might be something after all in the old saying that "All work and no play makes Jack a dull boy", if the latest research is to ... Read more...
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All work and no play does indeed makes Jack a dull boy
January 27th, 2009 - 12:13 pm ICT by ANI
Washington, Jan 27 (ANI): They say all work and no play makes Jack a dull boy, and now, a new study has proved the proverb right by showing that pupils who ... Read more...
Posted in Health Science |
Stun guns account for 6-fold increase in sudden deaths
January 26th, 2009 - 5:27 pm ICT by IANS
Washington, Jan 26 (IANS) Sudden deaths caused by the use of stun guns increased six-fold in the very first year that they were deployed in California. Stun guns like the Taser deliver ... Read more...
Posted in World |
Young gymnasts risking injuries in quest for perfection
December 1st, 2008 - 2:33 pm ICT by ANI
Washington, Dec 1 (ANI): In the pursuit of perfecting their handsprings, somersaults and headstands, young gymnasts are making themselves prone to injuries or arthritis because of the stress placed on their ... Read more...
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Straightening flat irons can play havoc on your hair
July 31st, 2008 - 5:09 pm ICT by ANI
Washington, July 31 (ANI): Your favourite celebs pin-straight hairstyle might be looking fabulous on you, but if a group of researchers are to be believed, the flat irons used for straightening ... Read more...
Posted in Health Science |
Black henna tattoos can cause major skin problems
July 31st, 2008 - 5:01 pm ICT by ANI
Washington, July 31 (ANI): The harmless looking henna tattoos, which are being sold everywhere from summer carnivals to open-air malls can cause major skin problems, dermatologists have warned.The experts say that ... Read more...
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Antidepressant eases Irritable Bowel Syndrome symptoms in teens
May 2nd, 2008 - 12:22 pm ICT by admin
Washington, May 2 (ANI): Low dose antidepressant therapy can significantly improve the overall quality of life for adolescents suffering from Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), according to a new study.The study, conducted ... Read more...
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Love Hormone might help schizophrenic patients
February 10th, 2008 - 3:47 pm ICT by admin
Washington, Feb 10 (ANI): Hugs, touches and eye contacts with your loved one are not just romantic, they also induce a "love hormone" in the brain that may help patients with disorders ... Read more...
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Therapeutic molecule reverses Alzheimers symptoms within minutes
January 10th, 2008 - 12:25 pm ICT by admin
Washington, Jan 10 (ANI): A new study has highlighted the marked improvements in Alzheimers disease within minutes of administration of a therapeutic molecule.The study, led by Edward Tobinick M.D., an assistant clinical ... Read more...
Posted in Health Science |
Allergen immunotherapy has evolved as faster, safer, longer-lasting treatment
November 14th, 2007 - 10:29 am ICT by admin
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