Mobile phones filthier than toilet seat
September 2nd, 2012 - 4:46 pm ICT by IANS
London, Sep 2 (IANS) Mobile phones are actually filthier than toilet seats because they are never cleaned even after being handled by different people, thus swarming with germs, say researchers.Tests ... Read more...
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Japanese touch therapy eases pain in cancer patients
July 5th, 2012 - 3:33 pm ICT by IANS
Washington, July 5 (IANS) Cancer patients experience easing of side-effects such as pain and nausea after a single session of Jin Shin Jyutsu, an ancient Japanese touch therapy, says a ... Read more...
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Over 120 Afghan schoolgirls sick after poison attack
May 24th, 2012 - 1:05 pm ICT by IANS
London, May 24 (IANS) Over 120 schoolgirls in Afghanistan fell sick following a suspected poison attack by the Taliban, a media report said.Most were treated and discharged, but 30 ... Read more...
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Breast cancer survivors who set new goals are healthier
April 24th, 2012 - 7:09 pm ICT by IANS
Toronto, April 24 (IANS) Most people go through life setting goals for themselves. But what happens when a sudden hardship or illness throws their life into disarray?A new study by ... Read more...
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Experts challenge FDA approval for Alzheimer’s drug
March 25th, 2012 - 1:49 pm ICT by IANS
Washington, March 25 (IANS) Experts have challenged approval for a new dose of a best-selling Alzheimer's drug by the FDA which not only "breached" its own "regulatory standard" but causes ... Read more...
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Mum-to-be Simpson goes for night out
January 22nd, 2012 - 4:05 am ICT by IANS
Los Angeles, Jan 22 (IANS) Singer Jessica Simpson might be heavily pregnant but that is not stopping her from enjoying night-outs with friends.Simpson was spotted in a glamorous black and ... Read more...
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Tech to track perpetrators of biochemical attacks
December 27th, 2011 - 2:28 pm ICT by IANS
Washington, Dec 27 (IANS) A first-of-its-kind technology could help authorities track down perpetrators of biochemical attacks back to their source.
Carlos G. Fraga from the US's Pacific Northwest National Lab ... Read more...
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Downey Jr. expects son
December 7th, 2011 - 4:18 pm ICT by IANS
New York, Dec 7 (IANS) Actor Robert Downey Jr. has revealed that he is going to be father of a baby boy.Despite telling Jay Leno on The Tonight Show, "I ... Read more...
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Food leaves 34 Chinese students sick
September 21st, 2011 - 2:22 pm ICT by IANS
Beijing, Sep 21 (IANS) Thirty-four students fell ill after eating at their school canteen in southwest China's Guizhou province, authorities said Wednesday.The students, aged 13 to 15, complained of stomach ... Read more...
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Diabetes drug curbs excessive hunger
June 28th, 2011 - 10:11 pm ICT by IANS
Sydney, June 28 (IANS) People with a harrowing genetic disorder known as Prader-Willi Syndrome, often develop insatiable appetites for life. But a study based on a drug, prescribed for some ... Read more...
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27 kids fall ill after chlorine gas leaks in China
June 19th, 2011 - 9:01 am ICT by IANS
Beijing, June 19 (IANS) Chlorine gas leakage from a chemical plant in China led to the hospitalisation of 27 primary school students, officials said.The incident took place in southwest Guizhou ... Read more...
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Selena Gomez blames ‘unhealthy food’ for hospitalisation
June 17th, 2011 - 6:06 am ICT by IANS
London, June 17 (IANS) Singer-actress Selena Gomez, who was recently hospitalised, says she was "malnourished" because of chocolate bars and fatty treats, which were not good for her health.On Friday, ... Read more...
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52 Goa school kids hospitalised after mid-day meal (Lead)
June 15th, 2011 - 9:05 pm ICT by IANS
Panaji, June 15 (IANS) A total of 52 students of a government school in Goa have been hospitalised after they complained of nausea soon after eating their mid-day meal ... Read more...
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11 government school students hospitalised in Goa
June 15th, 2011 - 4:01 pm ICT by IANS
Panaji, June 15 (IANS) Eleven students of a government school in Goa were hospitalised Wednesday when they complained of nausea soon after eating their mid-day meal, an official said.The meal ... Read more...
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Selena’s mother to keep a check on her schedule
June 15th, 2011 - 1:56 pm ICT by IANS
London, June 15 (IANS) Singer-actress Selena Gomez's mother Mandy is reportedly going to monitor her daughter's schedule to ensure she doesn't fall ill again.Gomez was rushed to hospital after complaining ... Read more...
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I was malnourished and exhausted: Selena Gomez
June 14th, 2011 - 2:23 pm ICT by IANS
London, June 14 (IANS) Singer-actress Selena Gomez, who was rushed to hospital after complaining of nausea and a severe headache, admits that she was malnourished and exhausted. But she says ... Read more...
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Gomez rushed to hospital after complaining of nausea
June 11th, 2011 - 2:22 pm ICT by IANS
London, June 11 (IANS) Singer and actress Selena Gomez has been reportedly rushed to hospital in Los Angeles after complaining of nausea and severe headache.Gomez, who has been dating teen ... Read more...
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Over 200 people suffer food poisoning in China
May 3rd, 2011 - 4:23 am ICT by IANS
Beijing, May 3 (IANS) More than 200 people in a Chinese city suffered from food poisoning after eating at a restaurant Monday, Xinhua reported.The victims suffered from nausea, diarrhea and ... Read more...
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This jab could revolutionise cancer treatment
April 15th, 2011 - 1:31 pm ICT by IANS
London, April 15 (IANS) TeloVac, a new generation of drug, could revolutionise cancer treatment within two years.TeloVac harnesses the body's own immune system to fight the disease, freezing tumours. ... Read more...
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How bitter taste induces nausea
April 12th, 2011 - 1:54 pm ICT by ANI
Washington, April 12 (ANI): A new study from the Monell Center has highlighted the vital role taste plays as the body's gatekeeper.It has shown that strong bitter taste can cause people to ... Read more...
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Eating 3 bananas a day could ’slash stroke risk by 21pc’
April 6th, 2011 - 11:37 am ICT by ANI
London, Apr 6 (ANI): British and Italian researchers have found that eating three bananas cuts the risk of a stroke.They said that having one banana for breakfast, one for lunch and one ... Read more...
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1 in 100 men may have an allergy to their own semen
April 2nd, 2011 - 1:16 pm ICT by ANI
Washington, Apr 2 (ANI): Dutch researchers have discovered that men who have post-orgasmic illness syndrome (POIS) may be allergic to their own semen.According to health24.com, some medical researchers believe 1 in 100 ... Read more...
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Nintendo’s new 3D console ‘gives gamers headaches’
March 31st, 2011 - 1:42 pm ICT by ANI
London, March 31 (ANI): Japan-based Nintendo's new 3D console, which was supposed to provide gamers with a mind-blowing experience, has only succeeded in giving them a headache.Hundreds of angry users have complained ... Read more...
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Excess zinc intake harmful for denture wearers
March 6th, 2011 - 1:45 pm ICT by IANS
Washington, March 6 (IANS) Zinc plays a vital role in our immune system, but it could be harmful for denture wearers if taken in excess.
"If a patient wears dentures, ... Read more...
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Gaga to sue ice-cream parlour
March 5th, 2011 - 11:20 pm ICT by IANS
London, March 5 (IANS) Singer Lady Gaga is threatening to sue an ice-cream parlour over a new flavour made with breast milk.Gaga's lawyers began proceedings against the makers in London's ... Read more...
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Denture wearers warned about risk of excess zinc intake
March 5th, 2011 - 6:28 pm ICT by ANI
Washington, Mar 5 (ANI): Zinc is considered an essential mineral for the human body. However, excess zinc intake can be harmful.Now, a new study has asked denture wearers to pay special attention ... Read more...
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Lady Gaga threatens to sue over ‘Baby Gaga’ human breast milk ice cream
March 5th, 2011 - 2:33 pm ICT by ANI
London, Mar 5 (ANI): Lady Gaga has threatened to sue the makers of an ice cream, called Baby Gaga.The ice cream is made using human breast milk.The singer's lawyers began proceedings against ... Read more...
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Chlorine leak: 17 fall ill in Haryana
January 29th, 2011 - 5:05 pm ICT by IANS
Faridabad (Haryana), Jan 29 (IANS) At least 17 people complained of nausea, giddiness, sore throat and irritation in the eyes after chlorine gas leaked from a factory in Haripur village in this ... Read more...
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Chlorine gas leak detected on time, says Chemfab Alkalis
January 29th, 2011 - 2:56 pm ICT by IANS
Chennai, Jan 29 (IANS) Three days after a chlorine gas leak from its factory left 300 people affected, Chemfab Alkalis Ltd Saturday said the leakage had been detected on time and turned ... Read more...
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Are 3D films really bad for you?
January 21st, 2011 - 6:08 pm ICT by ANI
London, Jan 21 (ANI): There is still no scientific evidence which proves whether the eyestrain, blurred vision, dizziness, headaches or nausea reportedly caused by watching 3D content, will cause long term damage, ... Read more...
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Antibiotics may up irritable bowel syndrome risk in kids
January 18th, 2011 - 4:34 pm ICT by IANS
London, Jan 18 (IANS) Antibiotics may heighten the risk of irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) and Crohn's disease in children.Scientists believe the drugs may encourage harmful bugs and other organisms to grow in ... Read more...
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Coffee, aspirin best antidote to hangover
January 18th, 2011 - 4:08 pm ICT by IANS
London, Jan 18 (IANS) A hangover leaves you wallowing in depression and anxiety with waves of headache, nausea, lethargy, sensitivity to light and noise. But the antidote to such a bleak state ... Read more...
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Ronald Reagan suffered from Alzheimer’s while still in White House: Son
January 15th, 2011 - 3:15 pm ICT by ANI
Washington, Jan 15 (ANI): Former US President Ronald Reagan's son has claimed in his new book that his father suffered from Alzheimer's disease while he was still in the White House.Reagan's youngest ... Read more...
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A vaccine that gives you hangover to help quit liquor!
January 9th, 2011 - 5:06 pm ICT by IANS
London, Jan 9 (IANS) A vaccine that helps alcoholics kick the habit by triggering a terrible hangover is undergoing animal trials.
The vaccine would increase nausea, accelerate heartbeats, induce sweating and a ... Read more...
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New booze vaccine works by ‘giving terrible hangover just after 1 drink’
January 8th, 2011 - 12:29 pm ICT by ANI
London, Jan 8 (ANI): A new vaccine for treating alcoholism gives the sensation of a terrible hangover after just a few drinks, to deter the person from drinking any more.Chile researchers explained ... Read more...
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