Smell of death can threaten humans
London, Oct 20 (IANS) The chemical produced by decaying tissue of dead bodies can produce a fight-or-flight response in humans, researchers have revealed, suggesting...
Selective tweets can wake up health policymakers
New York, Dec 11 (IANS) Effective, selective tweets can advance research from lab to health policymakers, say scientists, adding that with over 300 million...
Yoga can improve arthritis symptoms and mood
New York, Sep 16 (IANS) Practicing yoga improves physical and mental wellbeing of people living with arthritis, a painful joint disorder for which there...
Deep Chand Bandhu Hospital opened for dengue patients
New Delhi, Sep 17 (IANS) The Delhi government on Thursday opened 200-bedded Deep Chand Bandhu Hospital in Ashok Vihar for treating dengue patients.
"200-bedded new...
US scientists dispute classic theory of sexual orientation
Washington, Nov 23 (IANS) Researchers from Washington State University have established a categorical distinction between people who are heterosexual and those who are not.
The...
Make kids grow veggies to encourage healthy eating
New York, (IANS) One simple way to make children eat more healthy is to help them grow vegetables in the gardens, says a new...
Why are strong public services essential for social, economic and health security for all?
Why are strong public services essential for social, economic and health security for all?
The COVID-19 pandemic has illustrated, more than ever, the overwhelming importance...
Could a cholesterol-lowering drug treat Parkinson’s?
London, Jan 11 (IANS) In their quest to find new treatments that could slow, stop or reverse Parkinson's disease, a progressive neurological condition that...
Plain packaging will accelerate progress towards ending the tobacco epidemic
Plain packaging will accelerate progress towards ending the tobacco epidemic
Despite the indisputable scientific evidence that tobacco kills, the tobacco industry has been conniving to...
Tattoos come with long-term medical risks
New York, May 28 (IANS) If you are considering getting yourself inked, just a word of caution. It may leave you prone to some...
