Scientists use bacteria to detect cancer, diabetes
Washington, May 28 (IANS) Two research teams said they have used Escherichia coli (E. coli) as diagnostic tools to detect liver cancer and diabetes.
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‘Surgical robots to become ubiquitous in Indian hospitals’
Chennai, Sep 13 (IANS) Days are not far off when surgical robots will become a normal feature in hospitals for procedures like MRI scans,...
What makes some people happier than others
Tokyo, Nov 22 (IANS) Have you ever wondered why some people stay happier despite having limited means to enjoy the good things in life?...
Protecting the health & well-being of the young
Protecting the health & well-being of the young
Approximately 1 billion young people in Asia and the Pacific region are between 10-24 years old, constituting...
Novel method for stroke treatment developed
Washington, April 19 (IANS) Providing a ray of hope for heart patients, a new study has found that the removal of the clot causing...
New drug combo has potential for cancer treatment
London, (IANS) The combination of a cholesterol-lowering drug and a contraceptive steroid could be an effective, non-toxic treatment for a range of cancers, says...
Novel antibody that efficiently attacks HIV virus
New York, Sep 13 (IANS) The researchers from California Institute of Technology have discovered a new antibody that can make it easier to detect...
Air pollution puts kids at allergy risk
Toronto, May 5 (IANS) Exposure to outdoor air pollution during the first year of life increases the risk of developing allergies to food, mould,...
Better to prevent rather than treat lung cancer
Every 30 seconds, someone, somewhere in the world dies of lung cancer. According to the World Cancer Report 2014, more people die from lung...
Is your pet dog giving you food-borne diseases?
London, April 13 (IANS) A bug that causes us vomiting and diarrhoea may also infect our canine companions, thereby raising the possibility of dog-to-human...
