New biomarker for breast and prostate cancers found
New York, Aug 8 (IANS) Researchers have identified a novel genetic biomarker responsible for the progression of many breast and prostate cancers.
The finding could...
Prolonged breastfeeding makes adults smarter
Washington, March 18 (IANS) Longer duration of breastfeeding is linked with increased intelligence in adulthood, longer schooling and higher adult earnings, finds a new...
Single abortion may adversely affect later deliveries
New York, Aug 12 (IANS) A single abortion or miscarriage has the potential to impact subsequent pregnancies in a woman's life, a new study...
Protein that promotes brain tumour formation identified
New York, March 4 (IANS) Researchers have found that a protein involved in the breakdown of glucose - a process known as glycolysis --...
Exfoliation, hydration help in getting rid of smoker’s lips
Mumbai, Sep 2 (IANS) Regularly exfoliate your lips and reduce the consumption of caffeine to get rid of dark lips caused by regular smoking,...
Gambling linked to ‘risk-taking behaviour’ in teens: Study
Rome, Feb 5 (IANS) High prevalence of gambling among teenagers is linked to "risk-taking behaviour" such as use of alcohol, cigarettes, or cannabis, according...
Cancer patients in India increase due to lifestyle changes
New Delhi, Feb 11 (IANS) India has seen a 7.5 percent rise in the number of cancer patients due primarily to poor lifestyle choices...
Chinese toddler recovering after ‘brain-shrinking’ surgery
Beijing, July 17 (IANS) A three-year-old Chinese girl who developed a 20-kg head due to congenital Hydrocephalus was now recovering after the excess fluid...
How gut microbes make you fat
New York, Aug 5 (IANS) Scientists have found evidence that gut bacteria may affect circadian rhythms and metabolism leading some people to gain extra...
New technique may help control Zika disease-bearing insects
London, Feb 24 (IANS) Bacteria in the gut of disease-bearing insects -- including the mosquito which carries the Zika virus -- can be used...
