Depression of expectant father linked to premature birth
London, Jan 20 (IANS) While depression in women during pregnancy is known to be associated with low birth weight and increased risk of premature...
Exercise counters brain shrinkage in Parkinson’s disease
New York, Jan 20 (IANS) By protecting the brain from shrinkage, aerobic exercise may slow the progression of Parkinsons disease, a progressive disorder of...
Omega 3 with vitamin B efficiently slows brain decline
London, Jan 20 (IANS) Having higher levels of Omega-3 fatty acids in your body can boost the impact of key vitamin B supplements, leading...
Exposure to airborne ultrasound can trigger health problems
London, Jan 20 (IANS) Increasing exposure to airborne ultrasound in locations such as railway stations, museums, libraries, schools and sports stadiums can lead to...
Group learning makes kids active decision-makers
New York, Jan 20 (IANS) Participating in collaborative group work to learn about important social issues can make children better decision-makers than their peers...
Oral nutrition supplement may lower death rate in elderly
New York, Jan 19 (IANS) Specialised oral nutrition supplement can lower by as much as 50 percent the death rate in older malnourished patients...
We are better at detecting laughter than words
Toronto, Jan 19 (IANS) Whether they are growls of anger, the laughter of happiness or cries of sadness, humans pay more attention when an...
Novel nanotherapy may beat antibiotic-resistant ‘superbugs’
New York, Jan 19 (IANS) A novel light-activated nanotherapy developed by researchers at the University of Colorado- Boulder may be an effective weapon against...
New test to better predict ovarian cancer risk
London, Jan 19 (IANS) Researchers have improved an ultrasound test to predict the risk of ovarian tumours with great precision.
Ovarian tumours are classified as...
Take up a mentally challenging task to stay sharp
New York, Jan 16 (IANS) Taking up a new mental challenge such as digital photography or quilting may help you maintain cognitive vitality even...
