Cancer most lethal disease among young Brazilians: Study
Cancer most lethal disease among young Brazilians: Study
Brasilia, Feb 11 (IANS) Cancer was the leading cause of death by disease among young Brazilians, according...
Gene that may strongly influence obesity identified
Gene that may strongly influence obesity identified
Toronto, Feb 22 (IANS) Researchers have identified a "foraging" gene that could play a very important role in...
Passive smoking in childhood increases COPD risk
London, July 11 (IANS) Passive smoking in childhood or during teenage years may increase risk of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), a progressive ailment...
Two cheap generic drugs can cut breast cancer deaths
London, July 24 (IANS) Two different classes of inexpensive generic drugs can each improve survival prospects for post-menopausal women with early breast cancer, researchers...
Youngsters with diabetes more at risk of eye disease
Youngsters with diabetes more at risk of eye disease
Chennai, May 30 (IANS) Young adults with Type 2 diabetes may be at an increased risk...
Marriage can curb drinking problem
New York (IANS) If you are young and already having a drinking problem, finding a partner to tie the knot may help you return...
Mediterranean diet may cut colorectal cancer risk by 86%
Mediterranean diet may cut colorectal cancer risk by 86%
New York, July 1 (IANS) Consuming a Mediterranean diet -- rich in fruits and fish --...
Abusive partners put women at greater sexual risk
Washington, Aug 7 (IANS) Women who have sex with physically or sexually abusive partners are at greater risk of being infected with sexually-transmitted diseases,...
Language lessons for your baby may start in womb
Language lessons for your baby may start in womb
New York, July 18 (IANS) Love to speak to your unborn baby? Well he or she...
Exercise helps reduce daytime sleepiness
New York, Aug 12 (IANS) If you find it too hard to stay awake at work despite a good night's sleep, daily aerobic exercise...
















