Heart medication could improve ovarian cancer patient survival August 25, 2015 20:24
Heart medication may prolong ovarian cancer patient survival, according to a new study published in the journal Cancer. Beta blockers pills are commonly taken to help people deal with stress, lower blood pressure and manage…
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New drug may protect against nuclear radiation, finds study August 24, 2015 19:22
According to a new study published in the journal Laboratory Investigation, it was revealed that a drug that may combat the deadly effects of nuclear radiation even after 24 hours of exposure.In the experiment, a…
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Dengue can affect vision, says study August 22, 2015 16:49
According to a study published in the medical journal 'Survey of Ophthalmology', it was revealed that dengue can result in congestion in the eyes and in rare cases it results in blindness. "Eye infections in…
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Cranberries help fight colon cancer, finds study August 20, 2015 19:30
A new study performed by the researchers from University of Massachusetts has found that chemicals in the fruit cranberries are found to reduce the size of tumours. "Colon cancer may offer a particularly good target…
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New way to detect Alzheimer’s disease August 19, 2015 16:12
Alzheimer’s is a most common type of dementia which includes symptoms like forgetfulness of names, faces and events, confusion while handling money or driving car, personality changes, mood swings, unsettling behaviour and loss of inhibition.…
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Plant-based diet might reduce Alzheimer’s risk August 11, 2015 18:40
According to a study published in the Journal of the Alzheimer’s Association it was revealed that Plant-based diet could reduce Alzheimer’s risk. The study examined cognitive change over a period of 4.7 years among 960…
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Here’s how you maintain the correct sitting posture August 11, 2015 18:37
According to a Sydney School of Public Health study, the highest rates of disability due to back pain are found in Asia and parts of Africa. Do you sit in the office chair for more…
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Common diabetes drug may help keep cholesterol in check August 10, 2015 18:19
According to a study published in the journal Diabetes Care, it was revealed that a common diabetes drug Metformin can also help lower "bad" cholesterol that is known for promoting cardiovascular diseases by hardening the…
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Intake of carbohydrates can make humans smarter, finds study August 08, 2015 13:57
New study finds that carbohydrate consumption particularly in the form of starch, was critical for the accelerated expansion of the human brain over the last million years. The study suggests that eating meat may have…
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High intake of salt increases risk of multiple sclerosis August 07, 2015 13:21
According to a study performed by the researchers from the University of Vermont in Burlington has revealed that diets high in sodium may be a novel risk factor in the development of multiple sclerosis (MS).…
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Gut microbes can make you fat, suggests study August 06, 2015 19:05
The researchers from University of Chicago have found evidence that gut bacteria may affect circadian rhythms and metabolism leading some people to gain extra weight. Circadian rhythms are physical, mental and behavioural changes that follow…
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Dementia drugs results in harmful weight loss August 05, 2015 12:44
University of California-San Francisco scientists have found that dementia drugs can lead to harmful weight loss. The study was led by an Indian-origin researcher, Meera Sheffrin who is associated with San Francisco VA Medical Center…
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