Category: Health

New mechanism helps bone cells regenerate in fractures

London, Feb 20 (IANS) Researchers from Belgium have discovered a mechanism for the better survival of implanted cells that improves…

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WHO dispels rumors about Zika and microcephaly

Beijing, Feb 20 (IANS) While the Zika virus is spreading explosively in the Americas, where an increasing number of microcephaly…

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First Zika case confirmed in South Africa

Johannesburg, Feb 20 (IANS) South African health authorities on Friday confirmed the first Zika case involving a Colombian businessman. The…

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‘High taxes on cigarettes has given rise to illegal industry’

New Delhi, Feb 19 (IANS) High taxes on cigarettes has given rise to an illegal industry and tobacco consumption shifting…

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Aussie scientists confident of stopping Zika virus

Canberra, Feb 19 (IANS) Australian scientists have moved a step closer to preventing the spread of Zika virus, after exposing…

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Eating red meat may up fatal heart failure risk: Study

London, Feb 19 (IANS) A harmful chemical in red meat like your favourite steak may put you at acute heart…

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Cancer patients given wrong dose of medication

Sydney, Feb 19 (IANS) Dozens of Australian cancer patients have reportedly received less than the recommended dosage of a chemotherapy…

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Another 10,000 beds in Delhi hospitals by 2017: Minister

New Delhi, Feb 19 (IANS) Delhi Health Minister Satyendra Jain on Friday said that the government will add 10,000 beds…

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Hyderabad to host conference on infectious diseases

New Delhi, Feb 19 (IANS) India will for the first time host the International Congress on Infectious Diseases (ICID), which…

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Late pregnancy ups stroke, heart attack risk: Study

New York, Feb 19 (IANS) Are you 40 and planning to go the family way? Get proper medical attention first…

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Binge drinking may increase hypertension risk in youth

Toronto, Feb 19 (IANS) Young adults in their twenties who regularly “binge” drink have higher blood pressure which may increase…

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Paper sensor to track alcohol-related health issues: Indian scientists

Kolkata, Feb 19 (IANS) Indian scientists have designed a paper sensor that has the potential to track health adversities associated…

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Stressed fathers can put their kids at high diabetes risk

Beijing, Feb 19 (IANS) New fathers please take note! Men who are stressed can put their children at an increased…

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New human H7N9 case reported in China

Beijing, Feb 19 (IANS) A new human H7N9 avian flu case has been reported in China's Shandong province, the first…

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Multiple injury marks on Kanhaiya, says medical report

New Delhi, Feb 19 (IANS) JNUSU president Kanhaiya Kumar, who is accused of sedition, received multiple injuries in an assault…

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Homeopathy use in US limited to non-serious conditions: Survey

New York, Feb 19 (IANS) Homeopathic medicines are primarily used by a small segment of the US population for common,…

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Good sleep, exercise can cut stroke risk

New York, Feb 19 (IANS) Getting the right amount of sleep and exercising several times a week can significantly cut…

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Alzheimer’s drug could help smokers kick the butt

New York, Feb 19 (IANS) A class of medication used to improve cognitive impairments from Alzheimer's disease has the potential…

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Swine flu outbreak claims over 300 lives in Ukraine

Kiev, Feb 19 (IANS) At least 313 people have died of influenza epidemic in Ukraine during the cold season, the…

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World Bank pledges $150 mn for fight against Zika

Mexico City, Feb 19 (IANS) Thursday saw a new front opened in the battle against the Zika virus as the…

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