Life expectancy up by five years since 2000: WHO
Geneva, May 19 (IANS) Dramatic gains in life expectancy have been made globally since 2000, but major inequalities persist within and among countries, according...
Grandma’s smoking habit ups asthma risk in grandkids
Sydney, Sep 30 (IANS) If grandmothers smoked while they were pregnant, there was an increased risk of asthma in grand-children even if their mothers...
Anti-HIV drugs may be effective against Ebola
Toronto, Jan 12 (IANS) Using a novel and quick drug-screening method, researchers have found that anti-HIV drugs may be effective against the deadly Ebola...
High salt intake may increase multiple sclerosis risk
New York, Aug 6 (IANS) Diets high in sodium may be a novel risk factor in the development of multiple sclerosis (MS), an autoimmune...
How breastmilk helps combat food allergies in newborns
How breastmilk helps combat food allergies in newborns
New York, Nov 21 (IANS) Breastmilk of nursing mothers who eat foods that commonly cause allergy, such...
Protein that boosts immunity to viruses and cancer
London, April 18 (IANS) Scientists have discovered a protein that plays a critical role in promoting immunity to viruses and cancer, opening the door...
Babies born big more likely to have weight problems later
Babies born big more likely to have weight problems later
New York, July 13 (IANS) A high birth weight may put infants at increased risk...
Beauty essentials for summer
Beauty essentials for summer
New Delhi, April 30 (IANS) From sheet masks to facial mist to clay pack, it is time to stock your beauty...
Dental care may curb obesity in children
Dental care may curb obesity in children
London, Nov 9 (IANS) Worried about your child's obesity problems? It's high time you curbed his love for...
Depression risk if mood disorders during pregnancy
New York, Jan 19 (IANS) A study has found that women who experienced mood disorders during pregnancy may be at risk for more severe...
