Cure for genetic diseases a step closer
New York, July 16 (IANS) Scientist have developed a method to turn cells from patients into mutation-free stem cells that can treat genetic diseases...
Lifestyle-conscious young Indians seek early knee replacements
New Delhi, July 22 (IANS) Vaishali, 32, was suffering from rheumatoid arthritis (an autoimmune disease that attacks the joints) that affected both her knees,...
Genes linked to stroke risk identified
New York, March 1 (IANS) In what is believed to be the largest study of its kind, an international team of researchers has identified...
Flu vaccinations also protect the elderly
New York, Aug 25 (IANS) Contrary to claims that the youth benefit more from flu vaccines, a t10-year study has found that annual influenza...
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,...
You just can’t shut out unwanted thoughts
New York, Feb 4 (IANS) You may not have full control over what you think as researchers have found that external environment influences our...
A step closer to treating severe asthma
London, Sep 10 (IANS) A major European study has helped identify key characteristics of severe asthma which will help with the development of new...
Abused teenagers show more intense emotions
New York, Aug 25 (IANS) Children who have been abused experience more intense emotions than their peers who have not been abused. However, such...
Liver drug may slow Parkinson’s progress
London, Aug 10 (IANS) A drug which has already been in use to treat liver disease could be an effective treatment to slow the...
How to choose the right sunglasses
New Delhi, Aug 14 (IANS) Choosing the right sunglasses could be a cumbersome task but keeping in mind a few factors including your face...


















