Asian herb holds promise against Ebola
Washington, Feb 27 (IANS) A promising small molecule derived from an Asian herb has successfully inhibited infection of human white blood cells, thus preventing...
Emotions linked to India ragas for therapy
Emotions linked to India ragas for therapy
Kolkata, Sep 30 (IANS) Assessing emotions elicited by Indian ragas, can aid in meditation and therapy, says Dhrupad...
Why diesel vehicles are more harmful
London, March 16 (IANS) Researchers have shown how exhaust pollution from diesel engines affects nerves within the lung.
Identifying potential mechanisms linking exposure to diesel...
World’s first dengue vaccine now approved in 11 countries
World's first dengue vaccine now approved in 11 countries
Paris, Oct 4 (IANS) Sanofi-Pasteur -- a unit of French pharmaceutical company Sanofi -- that manufactures...
Air pollution may cause anxiety, stroke
London, March 25 (IANS) Air pollution is linked to a higher risk of stroke, particularly in developing countries, finds a new study, while another...
Short walks after meals can help reduce diabetes
Short walks after meals can help reduce diabetes
Wellington, Oct 18 (IANS) Taking a short walk after meals, particularly when they contain a substantial amount...
Altered mitochondrial DNA linked to autism
Altered mitochondrial DNA linked to autism
New York, Oct 29 (IANS) Children diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) have greater numbers of harmful mutations in...
Mouth bacteria can tell the status of liver disease
New York, April 18 (IANS) Analysing the ratio of good-bad bacteria in saliva, not just in the gut as earlier thought, could help doctors...
Chilli peppers can prevent liver damage
London, April 23 (IANS) Daily consumption of capsaicin, the active compound of chilli peppers, can have a beneficial effect on liver damage, scientists reveal.
Capsaicin...
High intake of saturated fats may up heart disease risk
High intake of saturated fats may up heart disease risk
New York, Nov 24 (IANS) Love to eat hard cheese, whole milk, butter, beef, and...
