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Do you know common blood pressure drugs linked to low knee replacement risk? Study finds

Washington DC | September 10, 2023 10:45:32 PM IST

Those with knee discomfort who take the common class of blood pressure-lowering drugs known as beta-blockers appear to have a lower risk of total knee arthroplasty (TKA) for the treatment of advanced osteoarthritis (OA), according to a new study. ... read..

Color of phlegm may predict outcomes for patients with lung disease, bronchiectasis: Research

Milan | September 10, 2023 1:43:31 PM IST

According to recent research presented at the European Respiratory Society International Congress in Milan, Italy, the colour of phlegm from people suffering from the lung condition bronchiectasis may indicate the degree of inflammation in their lungs and ... read..

Exhaled breath analysisdetectsmalignant pleural mesothelioma: Study

Health | September 10, 2023 12:46:39 PM IST

Researchers found that identifying and analysing the volatile organic chemicals in individuals' exhaled breath who had malignant pleural mesothelioma showed promise as a screening tool for MPM. ... read..

Study indicates how resistant starch consumption decreases liver triglyceride in persons with fatty liver disease

Massachusetts | September 10, 2023 11:46:08 AM IST

Resistant starch is a nondigestible fibre that ferments in the large intestine and has previously been found to boost metabolism in animal tests. ... read..

Study discovers how lack of sleep might affect brain

Washington | September 10, 2023 11:46:06 AM IST

Sleep deprivation not only makes you feel terrible, but research has shown that it also affects your brain. Long-term sleep deprivation increases the risk of acquiring neurological disorders such as Alzheimer's. ... read..

Older persons may not be aware that they have glaucoma: Study

Washington DC | September 10, 2023 11:46:02 AM IST

Recognising that you have glaucoma might be challenging. According to a study, more than 5 per cent of people over the age of 70 had glaucoma, and 50 per cent of those people were unaware of their illness. ... read..

New study explains why diabetic individuals' wounds heal slowly

Pennsylvania | September 10, 2023 11:46:00 AM IST

A new Nano Today study headed by researchers from the University of Pittsburgh and UPMC discovered that people with diabetes had faulty exosomes, which can cause inflammation and slow down wound healing. Exosomes are nanoparticles that transport signals b ... read..

For teens with depression, sleep-wake therapy offers new hope: Research

Washington DC | September 10, 2023 10:44:02 AM IST

Promoting appropriate sleep in adolescent night owls links teens' biology with their educational needs. ... read..

Cold temperatures might make it difficult to treat high blood pressure: Research

Washington DC | September 10, 2023 10:43:49 AM IST

According to a new study, blood pressure among hypertensive patients seemed to be slightly higher during the winter months, while rates of systolic, or top number, blood pressure being controlled during an outpatient visit appeared to slightly decrease. ... read..

Sleep-wake treatment gives new hope for teens with depression: Research

Washington DC | September 9, 2023 8:13:38 PM IST

Promoting adequate sleep in adolescent night owls aligns adolescents' biology with their educational requirements. ... read..

Study reveals how resistant starch intake lowers liver triglycerides in people with fatty liver disease

Massachusetts | September 9, 2023 6:15:27 PM IST

Resistant starch is a nondigestible fibre that ferments in the large intestine and has previously been shown in animal studies to improve metabolism. ... read..

Study sheds light on why diabetic patients' wounds heal so slowly

Pennsylvania | September 9, 2023 5:14:33 PM IST

A recent Nano Today study led by University of Pittsburgh and UPMC researchers found that diabetic individuals had faulty exosomes, which can lead to inflammation and impair wound healing. Exosomes are microscopic particles that shuttle signals between ... read..

Study reveals why high income individuals are more prone to develop melanoma

Washington DC | September 9, 2023 3:14:06 PM IST

A new study sponsored by McGill University analyses why people living in Atlantic regions are more prone than other Canadians to get melanoma, delivering lessons on skin cancer prevention for the entire country. ... read..

Growing pains in children are linked to migraines, according to new study

New Jersey | September 9, 2023 3:14:03 PM IST

According to new research published in the journal Headache, discomfort in the lower limbs, which is commonly referred to as "growing pains" by physicians and is sometimes associated with rapid growth, may suggest the presence or risk of migraines in chil ... read..

Study finds how precarious employment conditions increase risk of early death

Washington DC | September 9, 2023 12:14:50 PM IST

People without a stable employment contract can reduce their risk of premature mortality by 20 per cent if they obtain permanent work, according to a study. ... read..

Musashi-2 protein regulates metabolic processes in skeletal muscle: Study

Tokyo | September 9, 2023 12:14:33 PM IST

Researchers discovered that the protein Musashi-2 (Msi2) regulates bulk and metabolic processes in skeletal muscle. ... read..

Exercise-induced hormone irisin may help to reduce Alzheimers disease

Massachusetts | September 8, 2023 11:14:28 PM IST

Researchers who previously developed the first 3D human cell culture models of Alzheimer's disease (AD) that exhibit two major hallmarks of the conditionthe generation of amyloid beta deposits followed by tau tangleshave now used their model to investig ... read..

Liver cancer more common if close relative has fatty liver disease

Stockholm County | September 8, 2023 11:14:15 PM IST

According to a national study published in The Journal of Hepatology, close relatives of persons with metabolic-associated fatty liver disease had a greater chance of acquiring liver cancer and dying from liver-related disorders. According to the research ... read..

Distance from clinic affects abortion pill access: Study

Washington DC | September 8, 2023 10:13:58 PM IST

According to a new study, women who live further away from a medical facility and those who identify as multiracial are more likely to use telemedicine to obtain abortion pills rather than visiting a clinic. ... read..

High blood pressure while lying down linked to increased risk of heart health problems: Study

Washington DC | September 8, 2023 9:15:36 PM IST

People who had high blood pressure while lying flat on their backs were more likely to have a heart attack, stroke, heart failure, or die prematurely, according to new research to be presented at the American Heart Association's Hypertension Scientific Se ... read..

Cold weather can make it difficult to treat high blood pressure: Research

Washington DC | September 8, 2023 9:15:29 PM IST

According to a new studyto be presented at the American Heart Association's Hypertension Scientific Sessions 2023, held Sept. 7-10, 2023, in Boston, blood pressure among hypertensive patients appeared to slightly increase during the winter months, while ... read..

Newly developed at-home test for gingivitis safeguards oral health: Research

Washington DC | September 8, 2023 8:16:54 PM IST

Engineers at the University of Cincinnati have created a new device that can warn consumers about the early signs of tooth decay caused by diseases like gingivitis and periodontitis. ... read..

Study finds Psilocybin promising therapy for treating mental health issues

Washington | September 8, 2023 11:15:53 AM IST

An increasing amount of data suggests that psychedelic substances could be beneficial in the treatment of a variety of mental health issues. However, establishing their clinical benefits and overcoming the various regulatory barriers to their usage remain ... read..

How lack of sleep can harm brain, finds study

Washington | September 8, 2023 7:19:43 AM IST

Lack of sleep not only makes you feel horrible, but study has proven that it harms your brain as well. Long-term sleep deprivation can significantly raise the chance of developing neurological illnesses like Alzheimer's. ... read..

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