Local anaesthetic may improve sex lives of breast cancer survivors
New York, July 28 (IANS) Application of liquid lidocaine, a common local anaesthetic, may significantly improve sexual function of breast cancer survivors who experience...
Stress can weaken self-control: Study
London, Aug 6 (IANS) Even moderate levels of stress can impair self-control, a new study has revealed.
"Our findings provide an important step towards understanding...
What you think can reveal your musical tastes
London, July 23 (IANS) Your thinking style can provide an insight into what kind of music you like to hear. This finding can help...
Vitamin B negates pesticide effects on fertility
New York, Jan 6 (IANS) Exposure to a common pesticide used to kill mosquitoes can increase the risk of early miscarriage in women, but...
Stomach acid defends against food poisoning
Washington, July 30 (IANS) High levels of stomach acid not only help animals break down food, but it also defends them against food poisoning,...
Home eviction can lead to depression, high stress
Washington, March 10 (IANS) Eviction from a home brings about a variety of lasting hardships including depression, poorer health and higher levels of stress,...
Depressed teenagers at greater heart disease risk
New York, Aug 11 (IANS) Major depressive disorder and bipolar disorder predispose youth to early cardiovascular disease, the American Heart Association (AHA) has said.
The...
Brain chemical makes humans more patient
London, Jan 16 (IANS) The brain chemical serotonin that is widely targeted to treat depression also helps humans have patience in life, researchers report.
To...
Omega-3 may reduce psychosis risk
London, Aug 12 (IANS) For young people at high risk of developing schizophrenia, a 12-week intervention with omega-3 supplements might reduce the long-term risk...
Oral bacteria linked to higher stroke risk: Study
New York, Feb 17 (IANS) Oral bacteria may be involved in several kinds of stroke, including brain hemorrhages and strokes that lead to dementia,...
