Teenagers using e-cigarettes likely to try real thing
New York, Jan 26 (IANS) Teenagers who use e-cigarettes are more likely to try the real thing a year later than those who do...
Genetic differences lead to failure of anti-HIV drug
Washington, July 11 (IANS) Genetic variations and not complying with treatment regimens may account for some failures of an anti-HIV drug to treat and...
BP, diabetes in pregnancy may up hot flashes later
BP, diabetes in pregnancy may up hot flashes later
New York: Women with high blood pressure and gestational diabetes during pregnancy are likely to experience...
Love hormone may treat alcohol addiction
Sydney, Feb 24 (IANS) 'Love' hormone does not only help you bond better with your partner but also has a sobering effect on alcohol...
Multiple antibiotic courses harmful to children
New York, July 6 (IANS) Multiple courses of commonly used antibiotics may have a significant impact on children's development, shows a study.
The study found...
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...
Even honeybees love coffee!
London, Oct 16 (IANS) If you thought only humans can get addicted to coffee, think again. New research reveals even honeybees find caffeinated beverages,...
Smartphone overuse bad for your hand
London, June 13 (IANS) Frequent smartphone users are more likely to have an enlarged median nerve and have their hand function and pinch strength...
Brain ‘switch’ that controls your appetite discovered
New York, April 6 (IANS) Researchers have discovered tiny genetic triggers in brain cells that can have a big influence on how the body...
Brain dead person’s liver transplanted into two adults
New Delhi, July 2 (IANS) In a rare surgery, the liver of a 32-year-old brain dead person was transplanted into two adult patients giving...