Smoking in pregnancy raises infant’s obesity risk
Smoking in pregnancy raises infant's obesity risk
New York: Children whose mothers smoked during their pregnancy are at increased risk of being obese later in...
Shun trans fats to lower death risk
Toronto, Aug 12 (IANS) Trans fats, and not saturated fats found in animal products, are associated with greater risk of death, coronary heart disease...
Customised nanodiscs may kill cancerous tumours
Customised nanodiscs may kill cancerous tumours
New York, Dec 28 (IANS) Researchers have developed powerful nanodiscs that can deliver customised therapeutic vaccine and help kill...
Eating seafood increases risk of autoimmune disorder
New York, Feb 11 (IANS) Exposure to mercury through seafood could increase the risk of autoimmune disorders, especially among women of childbearing age, a...
Your body’s built-in weighing scale may help combat obesity
Your body's built-in weighing scale may help combat obesity
London, Dec 28 (IANS) Human body consists of an internal body weight sensing system that operates...
Single abortion may adversely affect later deliveries
New York, Aug 12 (IANS) A single abortion or miscarriage has the potential to impact subsequent pregnancies in a woman's life, a new study...
UAE confirms success in reducing drug use
Abu Dhabi, April 23 (IANS/WAM) The UAE has reaffirmed its strong commitment to address the global drug problem, confirming its success in reducing drug...
Twitter can help prevent asthma-related hospitalisation
New York, May 2 (IANS) Keeping tabs on tweets may be an effective tool to help prepare for -- and prevent -- increases in...
Best of your sex life begins at 40!
Toronto, May 24 (IANS) Far from resulting in loss of libido, reaching 40 could actually make your sex life more adventurous, says a study.
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Brush your teeth twice a day and revitalise your heart
New Delhi, Jan 21 (IANS) What have brushing and cleaning your teeth to do with your heart? A lot, say health experts, suggesting that...
