80 genes that trigger depression identified
80 genes that trigger depression identified
London, April 16 (IANS) Nearly 80 genes that could be linked to depression have been identified, a finding that...
Keep pedalling at work to stay healthy
New York, Aug 11 (IANS) Forget treadmill work stations, a portable pedalling device under the desk can provide a convenient way to keep sedentary...
Breast cancer drug also highly potent
Breast cancer drug also highly potent against leukaemia
London, May 18 (IANS) A drug developed for breast cancer treatment that blocks the activity of CDK6...
Antidepressants during pregnancy may up depression risk in kids
London, April 29 (IANS) Women taking antidepressants during pregnancy, please take note. Researchers have warned that exposure to these pills during gestation period is...
Love cycling? Wear helmets to protect head after accident
New York, Oct 12 (IANS) Stricter rules for wearing helmets by cyclists can save many lives as researchers have found that the those wearing...
Breastfeeding, vaccinations cut ear infections in babies
New York, March 28 (IANS) Higher rates of breastfeeding, use of vaccinations and lower rates of smoking by mothers have reduced the rates of...
Want to live longer? Quit smoking
Want to live longer? Quit smoking
New York, Dec 4 (IANS) Individuals who quit tobacco even in their 60s can increase their life-expectancy, a study...
Omega 3 with vitamin B efficiently slows brain decline
London, Jan 20 (IANS) Having higher levels of Omega-3 fatty acids in your body can boost the impact of key vitamin B supplements, leading...
Every fourth COPD patient suffers from depression: Study
New York, May 4 (IANS) One in four patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) -- a progressive condition that makes it hard to...
Schizophrenics more likely to attempt suicide
Toronto, Feb 11 (IANS) People with schizophrenia are six times more likely to have attempted suicide than those without the mental disorder that affects...
