Three new glaucoma-related genes found
New York, Jan 12 (IANS) A team of US researchers including an Indian-origin scientist has identified three more genes that contribute to the most...
Now a non-invasive contact lens to test glucose levels
Now a non-invasive contact lens to test glucose levels
New York, Oct 4 (IANS) Researchers have developed a new technology that could allow non-invasive testing...
Hormonal contraceptives linked to brain tumour risk
London, Jan 22 (IANS) A new study has found that taking a hormonal contraceptive for at least five years is associated with a possible...
Don’t take cat bites lightly
Washington, Jan 6 (IANS) While all injuries to the hand caused by human and animal bites should receive medical care, infections due to dog...
Poor dental health leads to frailty among elderly
Poor dental health leads to frailty among elderly
London, Jan 5 (IANS) Poor oral health issues such as tooth loss and gum disease increases the...
Traffic noise ups heart attack risk
Traffic noise ups heart attack risk
London, July 9 (IANS) Living near the highway could cost your heart dear as researchers have found that risk...
Obesity in teenage may up colon cancer risk later
Obesity in teenage may up colon cancer risk later
New York, July 24 (IANS) Is your adolescent son or daughter overweight or obese? Beware, it...
Shock wave therapy can repair injured muscles fast
Shock wave therapy can repair injured muscles fast
London, July 7 (IANS) Sending low-frequency acoustic shock waves to injured muscles could speed up the healing...
Overweight in middle age linked to low breast cancer risk
Overweight in middle age linked to low breast cancer risk
New York, June 22 (IANS) While obesity has been shown to increase breast cancer risk...
Pre-pregnancy obesity linked to infant growth
Pre-pregnancy obesity linked to infant growth
New York, July 21 (IANS) Women who are obese even before pregnancy may give birth to babies larger in...
