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Research shows children's brains are shaped by their time on tech devices
Washington DC | November 17, 2023 2:51:38 PM IST
According to a review of 23 years of neuroimaging research, time spent watching television or playing computer games has significant and long-term consequences on children's brain function, which while showing adverse effects also demonstrates some positi ... read..


Research shows air cleaners don't stop you getting sick
Washington DC | November 17, 2023 2:51:28 PM IST
According to new research from the University of East Anglia, air filtration systems do not reduce the risk of contracting viral illnesses. ... read..


Researchers find how hunger hormones impact decision-making brain area to drive behavior
London | November 16, 2023 11:47:03 PM IST
A hunger hormone generated in the gut can directly influence a decision-making area of the brain, according to a recent study by UCL (University College London) researchers. ... read..


Researchers identify genetic variations that cause rare, deadly illness
Tokyo | November 15, 2023 10:47:07 PM IST
Many illnesses are caused by genetic variants; worse, the genetic origin of the majority of ailments is unknown. ... read..


Study finds risk of high lung cancer cases among naval veterans connected to asbestos
Adelaide | November 15, 2023 12:19:40 AM IST
According to a study conducted by the University of Adelaide and Oxford University, asbestos exposure caused a higher prevalence of asbestos-related lung malignancies among British and Australian navy personnel than in other armed forces. ... read..


Fasting for 14 hours improves hunger, mood, sleep
London | November 14, 2023 6:20:54 PM IST
Eating within a 10-hour window is related to increased energy and improved mood as well as decreased appetite, according to recent findings from the largest UK community research study of its kind. ... read..


Chronic sleep deprivation raises insulin resistance in women: Study
Washington DC | November 14, 2023 4:17:45 PM IST
Chronic insufficient sleep can raise insulin resistance in otherwise healthy women, with more pronounced consequences in postmenopausal women, according to a study. ... read..


Limited positive childhood experiences associated with high binge-eating risk in college: Research
Washington DC | November 14, 2023 4:17:05 PM IST
A smaller amount of happy childhood experiences is associated with a higher incidence of binge-eating disorder behaviours, as well as lower scores for intuitive eating, according to new research from the University of Houston Department of Health and Huma ... read..


Researchers reveal genetics of near healthy tissue help detect lung cancer's return
Washington DC | November 12, 2023 4:48:01 PM IST
New research led by NYU Langone Health and its Perlmutter Cancer Centre suggested that rather than analyzing the tumours themselves, genetic data from seemingly healthy tissue close to lung tumours may be a better indicator of whether cancer will recur af ... read..


Psychiatric individuals are more likely to have multiple medical problems: Study
London | November 12, 2023 4:47:44 PM IST
According to a study, those who have major mental health concerns are more likely to have physical ailments such as metabolic diseases, hypertension, epilepsy, respiratory, vascular, kidney, and gastrointestinal diseases, as well as cancer. ... read..


Physical fitness since childhood predicts cerebellar volume in adolescence: Study
Kuopio | November 12, 2023 4:47:42 PM IST
The volume of cerebellar grey matter in teenagers is proportional to their level of physical fitness since childhood. According to a new study from the Universities of Jyvaskyla and Eastern Finland, adolescents with higher Crus I grey matter volumes were ... read..


Clinical trial in pregnant women aims to detect foetal cardiac defects
California | November 11, 2023 12:22:59 AM IST
Some people have anti-Ro/SSA antibodies (anti-Sjogren's syndrome-related antigen antibodies). Many people with autoantibodies (also known as anti-Ro antibodies) have autoimmune disorders such as lupus or Sjogren's syndrome, although many do not. ... read..


Obinutuzumab trial yields promising outcomes in patients with lupus nephritis
California | November 11, 2023 12:22:57 AM IST
Researchers discovered that obinutuzumab, an antibody that targets a protein expressed on certain immune cells, was superior to placebo in preserving kidney function and preventing flares in patients with lupus nephritis - a kidney condition associated wi ... read..


Do you know gut bacteria protects against diarrhoeal disease? Study finds
England | November 10, 2023 4:18:13 PM IST
According to recent research from the University of East Anglia, the bacteria in your stomach may have an impact on how severe a diarrheal illness is. ... read..


Psychiatric patients are twice as likely to have multiple medical problems
London | November 9, 2023 11:16:26 PM IST
Those with significant mental health issues are more likely to have physical disorders such as metabolic diseases, hypertension, epilepsy, respiratory, vascular, kidney, and gastrointestinal diseases, as well as cancer, according to a study. ... read..


Genetics of nearby healthy tissue may help detect lung cancer's return: Study
Washington DC | November 8, 2023 10:52:25 PM IST
According to new research headed by NYU Langone Health and its Perlmutter Cancer Centre, genetic information taken from seemingly healthy tissue near lung tumours may be a better predictor of whether cancer will return following therapy than analysis of t ... read..


Study discovers risk factors for new-onset interstitial lung disease in systemic sclerosis
Georgia | November 8, 2023 4:16:37 PM IST
The prevalence and risk factors for new-onset interstitial lung disease (ILD) among previously ILD-negative systemic sclerosis patients are reported in new research presented at ACR Convergence 2023, the American College of Rheumatology's (ACR) annual mee ... read..


Contraceptive pills may affect fear-regulating brain areas in women
California | November 7, 2023 4:17:05 PM IST
Oral contraceptives are used by more than 150 million women globally. The most prevalent variety is combined OCs (COCs), which are made comprised of synthetic hormones. Sex hormones have been shown to influence the brain network involved in fear processin ... read..


Study finds hospital mortality from respiratory disorders is linked to ambient temperature
California | November 7, 2023 4:16:44 PM IST
Climate change-induced global warming may increase the burden of inpatient mortality from respiratory disorders throughout the warm season. ... read..


Study finds bacterium's protective role in chronic rhinosinusitis
Tokyo | November 6, 2023 7:22:14 PM IST
Over the last decade, Japan, like the rest of the world, has seen an alarming rise in the prevalence of chronic rhinosinusitis (CRS). ... read..


Researchers develop new hydrogels for wound management
California | November 6, 2023 6:16:15 PM IST
Open wounds, whether from an accident or a medical procedure such as surgery, require proper management to expedite healing and prevent infection. While sutures and staples are typical techniques of wound closure, they can induce secondary tissue injuries ... read..


Positive messages can reduce negative effects of objectified fitness posts: Research
Washington DC | November 5, 2023 1:46:36 PM IST
A few words of body appreciation, according to a Washington State University study, can help offset the negative impact of viewing objectified pictures of female fitness influencers. ... read..


Scientists created new antibody to combat breast cancer
New York | November 5, 2023 1:46:30 PM IST
Professor Nicholas Tonks' laboratory identified an antibody that can suppress an enzyme that may aid in the spread of some breast tumours. With more research, the antibody may be able to provide a feasible therapeutic treatment for the same breast cancers ... read..


Researchers find how specific gut bacteria increase risk of severe malaria
Indianapolis | November 4, 2023 11:46:51 PM IST
Many species of bacteria have been discovered by Indiana University School of Medicine researchers to be connected with an increased risk of severe malaria in humans and mice when present in the stomach. ... read..


Innovative antibody method targets deep-rooted cancer mutations: Research
Washington | November 4, 2023 6:46:29 PM IST
For far too long, cancer treatment has been a double-edged sword, with treatments designed to target cancer cells sometimes harming healthy cells as well. ... read..


Exercise may help lower age-related anxiety: Study
Washington DC | November 4, 2023 3:53:28 PM IST
A positive attitude towards physical activity may be linked to less anxiety about ageing. According to researchers who evaluated findings from a multi-state study, gender, age, marital status, and money influence perceptions of exercise and ageing, but re ... read..


Loneliness has a terrible effect on autistic people: Study
California | November 4, 2023 3:53:22 PM IST
According to new research, autistic people experience loneliness more intensely than the general population, refuting the popular belief that they avoid building meaningful social bonds. ... read..


Air pollution linked to Parkinson's disease, finds study
Washington DC | November 4, 2023 3:52:53 PM IST
Researchers discovered that those who live in places with median levels of air pollution are 56 per cent more likely to get Parkinson's disease than those who live in areas with the lowest levels of air pollution. ... read..


High metabolism could be an early indicator of Alzheimer's disease: Study
Washington DC | November 4, 2023 2:46:01 PM IST
According to Karolinska Institutet researchers in a study published in Molecular Psychiatry, a metabolic increase in the hippocampus indicates an early stage in the development of Alzheimer's disease. The discovery opens the door to new early intervention ... read..


Acupuncture can help with many different types of chronic pain: Research
California | November 4, 2023 1:46:55 PM IST
Acupuncture was studied to see if it could help relieve chest pain caused by stable angina. Stable angina is a condition that affects millions of Americans and is defined as expected chest discomfort with effort or while under mental or emotional stress. ... read..


Study reveals improving deep sleep can help avoid dementia
Washington DC | November 4, 2023 1:46:42 PM IST
According to one study, a 1 per cent reduction in deep sleep per year for people over the age of 60 results in a 27 per cent increased risk of dementia. The study also implies that improving or sustaining deep sleep, commonly known as slow-wave sleep, in ... read..


Fully automated solution improves diagnostic accuracy: Study
California | November 3, 2023 10:52:33 PM IST
Every year, an estimated 250,000 people in the United States die as a result of preventable medical errors. Many of these mistakes occur throughout the diagnostic process. Combining the diagnoses of numerous diagnosticians into a collective solution is a ... read..


Acupuncture can help mitigate many types of chronic pain: Study
California | November 3, 2023 12:17:08 AM IST
Researchers investigated whether acupuncture helps relieve chest pain caused by stable angina. Stable angina is a disorder that affects millions of Americans and is defined as predictable chest discomfort with exertion or when under mental or emotional st ... read..


High metabolism may be early sign of Alzheimer's disease: Study
Washington DC | November 3, 2023 12:16:23 AM IST
A metabolic rise in an area of the brain called the hippocampus is an early stage in the development of Alzheimer's disease, according to Karolinska Institutet researchers in a study published in Molecular Psychiatry. The revelation opens the door to new ... read..


Outlook on exercise might reduce ageing anxiety: Research
Washington DC | November 3, 2023 12:15:55 AM IST
A good attitude towards physical activity may be associated with less anxiety about ageing. Gender, age, marital status, and wealth, according to researchers who analysed findings from a multi-state study, influence perceptions on exercise and ageing, but ... read..


Researchers examine changes in coral microbiome under hypoxia
California | November 2, 2023 11:17:00 PM IST
A recent study provided the first characterisation of the coral microbiome under hypoxia or low oxygen levels in the water. ... read..


Study finds devastating impact of loneliness on Autistic people
California | November 2, 2023 11:16:17 PM IST
According to new research, Autistic persons suffer loneliness more profoundly than the general public, defying the notion that they avoid developing meaningful social ties. ... read..


Study finds link between air pollution, Parkinson's disease
Washington DC | October 31, 2023 10:52:49 PM IST
Researchers discovered that persons living in areas with median levels of air pollution have a 56 per cent higher risk of acquiring Parkinson's disease than those living in areas with the lowest level of air pollution. ... read..


Study finds Antibiotics for common childhood infections no longer effective in large parts of world
Washington DC | October 31, 2023 6:16:36 PM IST
A study has found that due to high rates of antibiotic resistance, drugs used to treat common infections in children and babies are no longer effective in significant regions of the world. ... read..


Study suggests how innovative antibody approach targets deep-rooted cancer mutations
Washington | October 31, 2023 12:22:51 AM IST
For far too long, cancer treatment has been a two-edged sword, with therapies designed to target cancer cells frequently wreaking damage on good cells as well. ... read..


Researchers develop new antibody against breast cancers
New York | October 31, 2023 12:22:32 AM IST
An antibody developed in the lab of Cold Spring Harbour Laboratory Professor Nicholas Tonks can inhibit an enzyme that may aid in the spread of some breast tumours. With additional research, the antibody could provide a viable therapeutic treatment for th ... read..


Specific gut bacteria raise risk of severe malaria: Research
Indianapolis | October 30, 2023 11:20:10 PM IST
Researchers at Indiana University School of Medicine have found many types of bacteria that, when present in the stomach, are associated with an elevated risk of getting severe malaria in humans and mice. Their findings, which were recently published in N ... read..


Study reveals improving deep sleep can prevent dementia
Washington DC | October 30, 2023 11:20:00 PM IST
According to one study, a 1% loss in deep sleep each year for persons over 60 years old translates into a 27% higher chance of dementia. The study also suggests that improving or maintaining deep sleep, also known as slow-wave sleep, in older years may he ... read..


Research reveals Intermittent fasting is safe, beneficial for Type 2 diabetics
Washington DC | October 29, 2023 10:49:34 PM IST
Researchers at the University of Illinois, Chicago have shown that intermittent fasting, sometimes referred to as time-restricted eating, might help persons with Type 2 diabetes manage their blood sugar levels and lose weight. ... read..


Research indicates that individuals with severe mental illness have 50 per cent higher chance of dying after contracting COVID-19
London | October 29, 2023 12:17:04 AM IST
People with severe mental illness have a higher chance of dying from any cause after catching COVID-19 than people without such a condition, according to new research from King's College London. ... read..


Study shows that gut fungus has a long-term impact on the immunological response to severe COVID-19
New York | October 28, 2023 11:16:48 PM IST
According to a new study led by Weill Cornell Medicine and New York-Presbyterian, specific gut-dwelling fungi thrive in severe cases of COVID-19, exacerbating the disease's extreme inflammation while also causing long-term immune system changes. ... read..


Children as young as four consume more when they are bored, find researchers
Washington DC | October 28, 2023 11:16:25 PM IST
Researchers from Aston University discovered that youngsters as young as four years old consume 79% more calories when bored than when they are not bored. ... read..


Brain structural alterations and increased dementia risk are associated with traffic proximity: Study:
Washington DC | October 28, 2023 11:16:12 PM IST
According to an important study undertaken in China and the United Kingdom, living near major highways is associated with an increased risk of dementia and changes in brain structure, owing mostly to traffic-related air pollution. ... read..


How broccoli and sprouts are useful? Find out
Osaka | October 28, 2023 10:19:44 PM IST
Remember how your parents used to tell you to "eat your greens, they are good for you"? They had a brilliant idea, for sure. Broccoli, one of the most popular vegetables in the United States, and other cruciferous vegetables are associated with a lower ri ... read..


Rare lungs cells play important role in cystic fibrosis: Study
Iowa | October 28, 2023 10:17:05 AM IST
A new study from the University of Iowa found that pulmonary ionocytes, which are rare lung cells, aid in the absorption of water and salt from the airway surface. This cell behaviour is the polar opposite of what was expected, and it could have implicati ... read..


Heated yoga could help treat depression: Study
Boston | October 28, 2023 10:17:02 AM IST
Those who participated in heated yoga sessions had significantly reduced depressive symptoms than those who did not in a randomised controlled clinical trial of people with moderate-to-severe depression, according to new research. ... read..


Researchers develop hydrogel that improves healing of skin lesions in diabetics
Washington | October 28, 2023 12:21:09 AM IST
Researchers have discovered a low-cost anti-inflammatory hydrogel that could one day be used to treat persistent skin lesions such as those observed in diabetics. ... read..


Intermittent fasting is safe, beneficial for people with Type 2 diabetes: Research
Washington DC | October 27, 2023 11:19:46 PM IST
According to a new study published in JAMA Network Open by researchers at the University of IllinoisChicago, time-restricted eating, often known as intermittent fasting, can help people with Type 2 diabetes lose weight and control their blood sugar levels ... read..


Researchers find excess fluoride associated with cognitive impairment in children
Washington | October 27, 2023 3:19:09 PM IST
According to a new pilot study from Tulane University, long-term intake of water with fluoride levels well above existing drinking water regulations may be associated to cognitive deficits in children. ... read..


Food-producing fungi may produce novel probiotics: Study
Washington | October 26, 2023 9:51:02 PM IST
The food industry has utilised and chosen a variety of fungal strains due to their ability to ferment, produce flavours, or produce heterologous compounds. ... read..


New study shows menopause's effects on the workplace
Virginia | October 26, 2023 9:50:48 PM IST
A UVA Health specialist and partners have penned a comprehensive new menopause guide that sheds light on the substantial and even unexpected consequences that the "change of life" may have on women's lives, careers, and even finances. ... read..


Study finds training program may help breast cancer survivors cope with persistent chemo-brain
London | October 26, 2023 10:47:02 AM IST
A type of computerised attention and memory training can improve impaired attention and memory deficits in breast cancer patients, according to University of Reading experts. ... read..


People with serious mental illness at 50 per cent increased risk of death following COVID-19 infection: Research
London | October 25, 2023 10:50:15 PM IST
According to new research from King's College London, people with severe mental illness are more likely to die from any cause after contracting COVID-19 than those who do not have severe mental illness. ... read..


Simple blood test might help diagnose bipolar disorder: Research
Washington DC | October 25, 2023 10:50:05 PM IST
Researchers have devised a novel method for better diagnosing bipolar disorder that employs a simple blood test to identify biomarkers associated with the condition. ... read..


Daily 20-25 mins of physical activity may reduce death risk from prolonged sitting: Research
Washington DC | October 25, 2023 10:49:42 PM IST
According to research published online in the British Journal of Sports Medicine, just 20-25 minutes of physical activity each day may be enough to offset the increased risk of death from a sedentary lifestyle. ... read..


Proximity to traffic linked to higher dementia risk, brain structural changes: Study
Washington DC | October 24, 2023 11:18:57 PM IST
According to an important study undertaken in China and the United Kingdom, living near major highways is associated with an increased risk of dementia and changes in brain structure, owing mostly to traffic-related air pollution. ... read..


Study finds how rare lungs cells play important role in cystic fibrosis
Iowa | October 24, 2023 7:18:41 PM IST
According to a new study from the University of Iowa, uncommon lung cells known as pulmonary ionocytes aid in the absorption of water and salt from the airway surface. This function of these cells is the polar opposite of what was expected, and it may hav ... read..


Heated yoga might reduce depression symptoms: Research
Boston | October 24, 2023 12:16:52 AM IST
In a randomised controlled clinical trial of people with moderate-to-severe depression, those who participated in heated yoga sessions had considerably lower depressed symptoms than those who did not, according to a new research. ... read..


Electric hair styling appliances can cause burns: Study
Washington DC | October 22, 2023 11:15:54 PM IST
Electronic hair styling products, such as curling irons, are a common cause of burn injuries in the US homes, particularly among young children, according to research presented at the 2023 AAP National Conference & Exhibition at the Walter E Washingto ... read..


Women who eat heart-healthy diets are less likely to suffer from cognitive decline: Study
Washington DC | October 22, 2023 10:21:56 PM IST
According to a study, women who followed blood pressure-lowering diets in their middle years were about 17 per cent less likely to suffer memory loss and other signs of cognitive decline decades later. ... read..


Researchers evaluate biological risk posed by dirt on external surfaces of sea freight
Sofia | October 22, 2023 6:15:19 PM IST
Invasive alien species, which are often mistakenly introduced by human activities, can outcompete and overwhelm native flora and fauna, driving species to extinction and disrupting ecosystem balance. ... read..


Study finds that consistent lack of sleep is associated with future depression symptoms
Washington DC | October 22, 2023 4:15:12 PM IST
A recent genetic study led by UCL (University College London) specialists suggests that sleeping less than five hours per night may raise the likelihood of developing depressive symptoms. ... read..


Cord-like aggregates of bacteria cause tuberculosis infections: Study
Massachusetts | October 20, 2023 11:48:48 PM IST
Mycobacterium tuberculosis (MTB), a deadly respiratory illness, was discovered to be capable of forming snake-like cords approximately 80 years ago. ... read..


Study reveals consistent lack of sleep linked to future depressive symptoms
Washington DC | October 20, 2023 9:48:11 PM IST
According to a new genetic study headed by UCL (University College London) experts, sleeping less than five hours per night may increase the risk of getting depressive symptoms. ... read..


Women with heart-healthy diet are less likely to experience cognitive deterioration
Washington DC | October 20, 2023 6:49:19 PM IST
A study indicates that women who followed blood pressure-lowering diets in their middle years were roughly 17 per cent less likely to report memory loss and other indicators of cognitive decline decades later. ... read..


Single vaccine that protects against three lethal coronavirus types successful in mouse trials
Washington | October 18, 2023 10:48:22 PM IST
A vaccine created by researchers at the Duke Human Vaccine Institute that protects against three separate lethal coronaviruses has shown success in mouse trials, suggesting the potential of a pan-coronavirus vaccination. ... read..


Adults with ADHD are at higher risk of getting dementia: Research
Washington DC | October 18, 2023 9:46:15 PM IST
According to a Rutgers study, persons with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) are roughly three times as likely to acquire dementia than adults without ADHD. ... read..


Pregnancy complications enhance short, long-term risk of heart disease for people with obesity: Study
Washington | October 15, 2023 3:18:24 PM IST
According to a study, obesity during early pregnancy appears to be a strong predictor of future cardiovascular disease and has been linked to adverse pregnancy outcomes such as high blood pressure, preeclampsia, and gestational diabetes. ... read..


Research reveals using app to practise mindfulness may benefit children's mental health
London | October 15, 2023 2:20:01 PM IST
Several studies have shown that practising mindfulness, which is defined as cultivating open-minded attention to the present moment, benefits children. Children who receive mindfulness training at school enhance their attention and behaviour, as well as t ... read..


Mental health conditions are linked to changing autism traits: Study
San Francisco | October 14, 2023 3:48:20 PM IST
A long-term study conducted by UC Davis Health researchers gives fresh light on the association between autistic features and middle childhood mental health. ... read..


Study finds new heart rhythm categorization for stroke patients
London | October 14, 2023 3:48:11 PM IST
A new study described the understanding of atrial fibrillation seen in stroke patients. According to the study, atrial fibrillation discovered after a stroke is not the same as irregular heartbeats known prior to the stroke. ... read..


Study sheds more light into type 2 diabetes diagnosis
Washington | October 14, 2023 3:47:58 PM IST
Research suggests that some patients may be able to acquire a type 2 diabetes diagnosis sooner. ... read..


Researchers give more insight into mystery of infant consciousness
Dublin | October 13, 2023 11:46:39 PM IST
An international team of researchers from Trinity College Dublin and colleagues in Australia, Germany, and the United States discovered evidence that some sort of conscious experience is present at birth, and possibly even in late pregnancy. ... read..


Study sheds more light on early interventions for Huntington's disease
Boston | October 13, 2023 10:46:34 PM IST
Huntington's disease is the most prevalent neurodegenerative ailment caused by a single gene, with motor and cognitive abnormalities as well as behavioural symptoms. There are no medicines that can stop or reverse the condition at the moment, but new rese ... read..


Researchers shed light into how traumatic memories can rewire brain
Tokyo | October 12, 2023 10:15:47 PM IST
Scientists have long wondered about the physical changes in the brain that occur when a new memory is formed. The National Institute for Physiological Sciences (NIPS) has now thrown light on this enthralling neurological conundrum. ... read..


Practicing mindfulness with app might improve children's mental health: Research
London | October 11, 2023 11:16:38 PM IST
Many studies have revealed that children benefit from practising mindfulness, which is defined as cultivating an open-minded attention to the present moment. Children who get mindfulness training at school show improvements in attention and behaviour, as ... read..


Pregnancy complications increase short, long-term cardiovascular risk for people with obesity: Study
Washington | October 11, 2023 4:16:56 PM IST
Obesity during and during early pregnancy appears to be a powerful predictor of future cardiovascular disease and has been associated with unfavourable pregnancy outcomes such as high blood pressure, preeclampsia, and gestational diabetes, according to a ... read..


Maternal obesity predicts heart disease risk better than pregnancy problems
Illinois | October 10, 2023 7:19:20 PM IST
Preeclampsia and gestational diabetes have lately been linked to an increased risk of developing heart disease later in life. A new Northwestern Medicine study, however, discovered that obesity before or during pregnancy is the true root cause of future c ... read..


Study reveals how cancer drug helps to restore immune system's ability to fight tumors
Texas | October 10, 2023 12:19:26 AM IST
A group led by scientists at The University of Texas at Austin has discovered a brand-new, bio-inspired medication that restores the capability of immune cells to combat cancer. The medication increases the effectiveness of immunotherapy and inhibits tumo ... read..


Stroke could cause about 10 million deaths annually by 2050: Study
New Delhi | October 9, 2023 11:20:30 PM IST
Stroke, a highly preventable and treatable condition, could lead to nearly 10 million deaths annually by 2050, primarily affecting low- and middle-income countries (LMICs). ... read..


Teaching expecting women to form bonds with their babies
Utrecht | October 9, 2023 5:16:02 PM IST
After giving birth, up to one-third of mothers fail to form strong attachments with their children, leaving both mother and child in severe emotional distress. Researchers have now discovered that they may teach expectant moms who are at risk for postpart ... read..


Preeclampsia risk increases with faster placental development: Study
Washington DC | October 9, 2023 12:19:43 AM IST
Research revealed how heredity influences placental growth and discovered a link to an increased risk of sickness in the mother. ... read..


More insight into type 2 diabetes diagnosis: Study
Washington | October 8, 2023 8:16:13 PM IST
According to new research, some people may be able to receive a type 2 diabetes diagnosis earlier. ... read..


Researchers have discovered how our sense of smell might influence how we perceive colours
Boston | October 8, 2023 6:16:22 PM IST
Our five senses provide us with ongoing environmental information. One way our brain makes sense of this deluge of information is by combining information from two or more senses, such as scents with texture smoothness, pitch, colour, and musical dimensio ... read..


Potential new therapy could soon help those who have cancer-related fatigue
Connecticut | October 8, 2023 6:16:18 PM IST
Cancer-related fatigue (CRF) affects patients' quality of life while they are undergoing treatment and is a debilitating yet all-too-common condition. For the constellation of symptoms that make up CRF, there are currently no effective pharmaceutical trea ... read..


Women living in walkable communities have low obesity rates: Research
Washington DC | October 7, 2023 10:50:08 PM IST
Living in a more walkable area, according to a new study, lowers the incidence of obesity-related cancers in women, especially postmenopausal breast cancer, but also ovarian cancer, endometrial cancer, and multiple myeloma. ... read..


Drinking dark tea might regulate blood sugar, minimise risk of diabetes: Research
Washington | October 7, 2023 9:46:14 PM IST
Drinking black tea every day can help reduce the risk and progression of type 2 diabetes in people by improving blood sugar control, according to new research. ... read..


Research suggests that low doses of mushrooms may be beneficial for mental diseases
Washington DC | October 7, 2023 6:46:37 PM IST
According to a recent study from the University of Southern Denmark, psilocybin, the primary component of psychedelic mushrooms, may be administered in small doses to treat various medical conditions. ... read..


Researchers find 'long colds' may exist, as well as long Covid
London | October 6, 2023 8:48:51 PM IST
A new study from Queen Mary University of London, published in The Lancet's EClinicalMedicine, discovered that people may endure long-term symptoms -- or 'long colds' -- after acute respiratory infections that tested negative for COVID-19. ... read..


Researchers find how sense of smell can affect our perception of colours
Boston | October 6, 2023 4:51:17 PM IST
We receive constant environmental input through our five senses. Combining information from two or more senses, such as between odours and the smoothness of textures, pitch, colour, and musical dimensions, is one way our brain makes sense of this flood of ... read..


Researchers give more insight into type 2 diabetes diagnosis
Washington | October 5, 2023 4:22:55 PM IST
An earlier diagnosis of type 2 diabetes may be possible in some patients, according to new research. ... read..


Cancer-related fatigue may soon benefit from potential new treatment
Connecticut | October 5, 2023 12:20:30 AM IST
Cancer-related tiredness (CRF) is a crippling yet all-too-common disease that has a negative impact on patients' quality of life while they are receiving treatment. There are currently no viable pharmaceutical therapies available for the constellation of ... read..


Greater risk of depression, anxiety when in higher education, study reveals
London | October 4, 2023 10:18:56 PM IST
Young people in higher education in England have a slightly higher risk of depression and anxiety than their counterparts who do not attend higher education, according to a new study headed by UCL academics. ... read..


Type 2 diabetes diagnosis at 30 can lower life expectancy by up to 14 years: Study
Washington DC | October 4, 2023 10:18:51 PM IST
An individual diagnosed with type 2 diabetes at the age of 30 could have their life expectancy cut by up to 14 years, according to an international team of researchers. ... read..


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