Shorter women more likely to have premature babies
New York, Aug 19 (IANS) Shorter mothers are at an increased risk of delivering smaller, premature babies, says a new study.
"Our finding shows that...
Novel ‘dot’ system may improve cancer detection
Novel 'dot' system may improve cancer detection
New York, Aug 27 (IANS) Scientists have developed a nanosystem using "quantum dots" that will help improve visualisation...
Safe-to-eat spinach on your way
New York, Aug 22 (IANS) Scientists have reported a new, easy-to-implement method to disinfect green leafy vegetables like spinach to reduce outbreaks of illness.
Leafy...
Kids with asthma are unnecessarily prescribed antibiotics: Study
Kids with asthma are unnecessarily prescribed antibiotics: Study
London, Sep 11 (IANS) Children suffering from asthma are unnecessarily prescribed antibiotics for treatment even though guidelines...
Walking breaks between sitcoms cuts diabetes risk
Washington, Aug 28 (IANS) Taking three-minute breaks to walk in the middle of watching a television programme or other sedentary activity can improve the...
New genetic syndrome causing cancer identified
New genetic syndrome causing cancer identified
London, Sep 23 (IANS) Researchers have identified a new genetic syndrome caused by alterations in a gene that predisposes...
Improve digestion before festive season
New Delhi, Sep 2 (IANS) While we are busy celebrating festivals, our bodies work overtime to digest the heavy festive food. They might be delicious,...
Lack of support may increase pregnant woman’s biological age
Lack of support may increase pregnant woman's biological age
New York, Oct 17 (IANS) Low socioeconomic status during childhood and poor family social support appear...
Brain region key to treating addiction identified
New York, Sep 8 (IANS) A region of the brain - called the insular cortex - may hold the key to treating smoking and...
Genes influence cancer treatment outcomes
New York, Sep 13 (IANS) A person's response to anti-cancer drug treatments is strongly related to his or her genetic ancestry, says new research.
The...
