Why second dengue infection can be life-threatening
London, Sep 18 (IANS) A second dengue infection can be life-threatening, new research shows.
This is because, for decades, scientists have thought that there are...
Deep Chand Bandhu Hospital opened for dengue patients
New Delhi, Sep 17 (IANS) The Delhi government on Thursday opened 200-bedded Deep Chand Bandhu Hospital in Ashok Vihar for treating dengue patients.
"200-bedded new...
Stress the biggest killer for sex-starving women
New York, Sep 17 (IANS) Some women are indeed starving for sex, craving for action between the sheets at least six times a week...
Regular soaps work just as well as antibacterial ones
Seoul, Sep 17 (IANS) Using antibacterial soap for hand-washing is no more effective than using plain soap, scientists have discovered.
"Advertisements and consumer belief regarding...
Beet root juice may boost muscle power
New York, Sep 17 (IANS) Drinking concentrated beet root juice increases muscle power in patients with heart failure, new research has found.
"It is a...
Alcohol addiction may trigger various cancers in Indians: Lancet
London, Sep 17 (IANS) Not just harming their heart and brain, alcohol dependency may also be behind several forms of cancers among heavy drinkers...
Natural defence against HIV found
New York, Sep 17 (IANS) Researchers have discovered a protein that may slow the spread of the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV), thereby revealing a...
Virus in cattle linked to breast cancer in women
New York, Sep 16 (IANS) Researchers have established for the first time a link between the bovine leukemia virus (BLV) and human breast cancer.
Bovine...
Yoga can improve arthritis symptoms and mood
New York, Sep 16 (IANS) Practicing yoga improves physical and mental wellbeing of people living with arthritis, a painful joint disorder for which there...
One in three of global population malnourished
London, Sep 16 (IANS) A third of the global population is malnourished, a report said.
"When one in three of us is held back due...
