Poverty linked to childhood depression
New York, Jan 16 (IANS) Children raised in poor circumstances are likely to have altered brain connectivity, says a new study.
Such kids tend to...
Urine odour can indicate Alzheimer’s disease
New York, Jan 15 (IANS) In what could lead to a non-invasive tool for early diagnosis of Alzheimer's disease, researchers have identified an odour...
Kidney stones on the rise in US teens
New York, Jan 15 (IANS) Kidney stones are increasing, particularly among adolescents, females and African-Americans in the US, says a new study.
"The emergence of...
Good vitamin D levels help improve fertility in sheep
London, Jan 14 (IANS) High levels of vitamin D are linked to better fertility and reproductive success in wild sheep, says a new study.
Experts...
Most people who hit the gym have sex on their minds: Survey
New York, Jan 14 (IANS) Are you the one who joined the neighbourhood gym in the hope of a “hook up” and some real...
Liver recovers faster on low-sugar diets
New York, Jan 14 (IANS) Liver damage caused by diet high in fat, sugar and cholesterol may be difficult to reverse even if the...
Sharp in math? Thank your innate ratio processing skill
New York, Jan 13 (IANS) An innate ratio processing ability may serve as the building block for math knowledge and help in determining our...
Long-term use of opioid may increase risk of depression
New York, Jan 13 (IANS) Opioids may cause short-term improvement in mood but its long-term use imposes risk of new onset of depression, says...
Pre-pregnancy potato consumption linked to gestational diabetes
New York, Jan 13 (IANS) Women who eat more potatoes before pregnancy may be at a higher risk of gestational diabetes - the form...
Drug that can help cocaine users quit
London, Jan 13 (IANS) A drug used to treat paracetamol overdose may be able to help individuals who want to break their addiction and...
