New vaccine regimen shows promise against Chikungunya virus
New York, April 1 (IANS) Researchers, including one of Indian-origin, have developed a novel vaccine regimen that produces rapid and long-term protection against Chikungunya...
Placenta size may predict offspring’s bone strength
London, May 4 (IANS) A larger placenta during pregnancy could lead to larger bones in children, new research has found.
Larger bones in early life...
Just 30 minutes of daily exercise reduces asthma symptoms
Toronto, Oct 8 (IANS) Just 30 minutes of non-strenuous exercise such as walking or doing yoga can result in significant reduction of asthma symptoms,...
Experimental obesity drug may prevent kidney stones
Experimental obesity drug may prevent kidney stones
Tokyo, March 17 (IANS) Japanese scientists have found that an experimental obesity drug can potentially prevent the formation...
Want better sex? Play the music loud tonight
New York, Feb 12 (IANS) Want better action between the sheets tonight? Increase the volume of your favourite number and reap the results as...
Couch potatoes at dementia risk same as those with genes
Couch potatoes at dementia risk same as those with genes
Toronto, Jan 11 (IANS) If you are a sedentary type and prefer sleeping over hitting...
New gene linked to cleft lip and palate identified
London, March 25 (IANS) Opening a new window for development of medical approaches to prevent cleft lip and palate, scientists have identified an important...
Smartphone addiction may up obesity risk in adolescents
Smartphone addiction may up obesity risk in adolescents
New York, Dec 15 (IANS) Is your child spending more than five hours on digital devices such...
Gene controlling food intake could lead to obesity treatment
Gene controlling food intake could lead to obesity treatment
Sydney, Feb 14 (IANS) Researchers have found that a gene that controls food intake by triggering...
Drinking coffee may cut death risk in kidney disease patients
Drinking coffee may cut death risk in kidney disease patients
London, Nov 4 (IANS) Want to live longer? Charge up on your cup of coffee....
