High BP linked to reduced Alzheimer’s risk
Washington, June 27 (IANS) People with a genetic tendency to high blood pressure (BP) have a lower risk for Alzheimer's disease, a new study...
Options for Small Vessel Heart Disease in Diabetics
If you are a diabetic, have been treated for coronary artery disease with angioplasty, stents or coronary artery bypass graft surgery and the signs...
Common anti-depressants linked to bone fracture risk in women
New York, June 26 (IANS) A class of anti-depressants commonly prescribed to curb menopausal symptoms may boost bone fracture risk, warns a study.
The heightened...
Kiwi blackcurrants good for brain
London, June 26 (IANS) New Zealand blackcurrants are good for keeping us mentally young and agile, finds a study.
The berries help in managing the...
New breath test may detect pneumonia
London, June 26 (IANS) A simple breath test can now detect if a critically ill patient is infected with pneumonia or not.
Chemically analysing breath...
Tart cherry juice can help beat post-race sniffles
London, June 26 (IANS) Drinking juice made from tart cherries reduces upper respiratory tract symptoms associated with marathon running, suggests a research.
Post-race sniffles are...
Blood test to spot pancreatic cancer comes closer
New York, June 26 (IANS) Researchers, including one of the Indian-origin, have found a blood test effective in detecting pancreatic cancer in human patients.
By...
Pet care helps improve Type 1 diabetes
Washington, June 26 (IANS) Incorporating routine pet care into a child's diabetes self-care plan can significantly improve monitoring of the disease, resulting in lower...
Cancer drug shows potential to slow ageing
London, June 26 (IANS) A drug normally used to treat skin cancer has been found to delay the onset of age-related deaths by slowing...
Schoolgirls suffer more overuse injuries: Study
Washington, June 25 (IANS) When it comes to overuse injuries in high school sports, girls are at a much higher risk than boys, a...
