Depression makes recovery from cancer tough
London, May 14 (IANS) People with depression are significantly less likely to recover well after treatment for colorectal cancer compared to those without depression,...
Sunscreen gene may keep skin cancer at bay
Sunscreen gene may keep skin cancer at bay
New York, May 20 (IANS) Researchers have identified a "sunscreen" gene that acts as a shield to...
Zika virus linked to unreported
Zika virus linked to unreported eye problems in babies
New York, May 25 (IANS) A team of ophthalmologists has found previously unreported eye problems in...
Exercise can reduce hyperactivity symptoms
Exercise can reduce hyperactivity symptoms
New York, June 17 (IANS) Exercise, even a small amount, can help alleviate symptoms of attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) in adults,...
Obese? You may be at risk of multiple sclerosis
Obese? You may be at risk of multiple sclerosis
Toronto, June 29 (IANS) Individuals who are obese in early adulthood are at a heightened risk...
Saturated fat in diet linked with higher mortality
Saturated fat in diet linked with higher mortality
New York, July 6 (IANS) Replacing animal fats in your diet with a variety of liquid vegetable...
Alzheimer’s gene may shrink brain …
Alzheimer's gene may shrink brain starting in childhood
New York, July 14 (IANS) A gene associated with Alzheimer's disease may shrink brain structures and lower...
Combat hair woes in monsoon with ease
Combat hair woes in monsoon with ease
New Dellhi, July 19 (IANS) Humidity can take a toll on your tresses during the monsoon season, bringing...
Failure of specialised beta cells may cause diabetes: Study
Failure of specialised beta cells may cause diabetes: Study
London, July 22 (IANS) The failure of a handful of beta cell "hubs" in the pancreas...
Cancer deaths in US drop 22 percent in 20 years
Washington, Jan 1 (IANS) Driven by declines in smoking rates, cancer mortality in the US has dropped 22 percent over two decades, a new...
