Inexpensive one-step test for hepatitis C infection
New York, Nov 16 (IANS) Researchers have developed a cost-effective one-step test that can screen, detect and confirm hepatitis C virus (HCV) infections from...
Robotic clothing to help disabled get on with life
London, March 20 (IANS) In good news for the physically challenged and elderly, scientists have conceived the idea of robotic clothing that would help...
Cinnamon may prevent bowel cancer
Washington, June 17 (IANS) A compound derived from cinnamon is a potent inhibitor of colorectal or bowel cancer, a study shows.
The study found that...
Milk proteins may protect against heart disease
New York, June 12 (IANS) Dietary compounds formed in milk-based products may protect us against cardiovascular disease, suggests a new research.
The study found the...
Yo-yo dieting may raise women’s heart disease risk
Yo-yo dieting may raise women's heart disease risk
New York: Yo-yo dieting -- weight cycling, or the cyclical loss and gain of weight -- can...
Poor nutrition in early childhood can make you deaf
Poor nutrition in early childhood can make you deaf
New York, Feb 9 (IANS) Parents, take note. You need to keep a check on your...
Fibre from many sources helps in good health
New York, July 14 (IANS) People who get dietary fibre from many sources benefit more than those who limit their intake to a single...
Mexico unveils world’s first dengue vaccine
Mexico City, Dec 10 (IANS) Mexico unveiled the world's first approved dengue vaccine, saying the treatment is 60.5 percent effective against dengue and 93.2...
Researchers identify brain mechanism behind depression
Researchers identify brain mechanism behind depression
London, Dec 13 (IANS) People suffer from major depressive disorders because of alterations in the activity and connectivity of...
New drug combo has potential for cancer treatment
London, (IANS) The combination of a cholesterol-lowering drug and a contraceptive steroid could be an effective, non-toxic treatment for a range of cancers, says...
