MRI more accurate than ultrasound to predict preterm birth: Study
London: For mothers-to-be, going for an MRI of the cervix area can give more accurate results than ultrasound to predict if some women will...
‘Repurposing’ malaria drug to treat castrate-resistant prostate cancer
'Repurposing' malaria drug to treat castrate-resistant prostate cancer
Kolkata, March 26 (IANS) Tapping into the trend of repurposing old approved drugs to treat totally different...
Brain area that adapts to hearing loss identified
Brain area that adapts to hearing loss identified
Toronto, Aug 5 (IANS) A specific part of the brain that older adults rely on to differentiate...
New drug shows promise in halting spread of brain cancer
New drug shows promise in halting spread of brain cancer
New York: Scientists have developed a novel drug that could block glioblastoma -- the deadliest...
Take up a mentally challenging task to stay sharp
New York, Jan 16 (IANS) Taking up a new mental challenge such as digital photography or quilting may help you maintain cognitive vitality even...
Why some dogs are better at problem-solving
London, Feb 11 (IANS) Pet dogs with the ability to 'wait for a treat' or what is called inhibitory control may be better at...
Potential biomarker for pre-diabetes identified
New York, Aug 21 (IANS) Researchers have identified a biomarker in pre-diabetic individuals that could help prevent them from developing Type-2 diabetes.
The study found...
Sugarcane component cuts stress, increases sleep
Sugarcane component cuts stress, increases sleep
Tokyo, Sep 6 (IANS) There is good news for people who are not getting proper sleep due to stress....
Radiation therapy twice a day may cut some cancer deaths
Radiation therapy twice a day may cut some cancer deaths
London, Jan 27 (IANS) Administering radiation therapy twice a day, combined with chemotherapy may improve...
Exercise at any age could keep Alzheimer’s away
New York, May 17 (IANS) Regular exercise at any age could keep the mind young and help you stave off Alzheimer's disease and other...
