Short sleepers more likely to catch cold
Washington, Sep 1 (IANS) People who sleep six hours a night or less are more likely to catch cold, says a study.
The findings published...
Heartburn pills may raise kidney disease risk
New York, Jan 12 (IANS) Popping common over-the-counter pills for controlling stomach acid, gas and heartburn daily may put you at chronic kidney disease...
Three new glaucoma-related genes found
New York, Jan 12 (IANS) A team of US researchers including an Indian-origin scientist has identified three more genes that contribute to the most...
Dubai: Rare Skin Blistering Disorder Successfully Diagnosed and Treated within 48 Hours at Thumbay...
Dubai: Thumbay Hospital – Dubai, the leading academic hospital owned and operated by Thumbay Group recently diagnosed and treated a rare blistering disorder in...
Socialise while using toilet
New York, Aug 22 (IANS) How do you kill time while using the toilet? Now you can socialise while answering the nature's call, thanks...
Gut bacteria can help lose flab
London, Sep 12 (IANS) Biologists at Chalmers University of Technology in Sweden have for the first time identified in detail how some of our...
Kiwi blackcurrants good for brain
London, June 26 (IANS) New Zealand blackcurrants are good for keeping us mentally young and agile, finds a study.
The berries help in managing the...
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...
Childhood cancer hikes obesity risk in later life
New York, May 11 (IANS) Certain therapies may put kids diagnosed with cancer at the risk of besity in later stages of life, a...
Extra salt won’t help endurance athletes
New York, April 14 (IANS) Contrary to the popular belief, researchers have found that consuming higher quantities of salt or other electrolyte supplements containing...
