New drug clears skin in psoriasis sufferers
New York, July 9 (IANS) People suffering from psoriasis that causes itchy, dry and red skin may soon benefit from a drug that offers...
Treadmill work stations reduce muscle pain
Toronto, July 8 (IANS) Treadmill work stations can make office work a lot more comfortable as they can help reduce neck and shoulder muscle...
Childhood stress may make women gain weight
New York, July 8 (IANS) Childhood stress may have a bigger influence on weight gain by women than stress during adulthood, says a study.
Interestingly,...
Brain abnormalities in schizophrenia patients identified
New York, July 8 (IANS) Providing fresh insight into treatment of patients with schizophrenia, scientists have identified structural brain abnormalities in such patients, says...
High-fat diet alters gut-brain communication
New York, July 8 (IANS) Indulging in high-fat diet changes the populations of bacteria residing inside the gut and also alters the signalling to...
Common antacid can treat TB: Study
London, July 8 (IANS) Scientists have identified an over-the-counter antacid that can help fight against the global pandemic tuberculosis that kills nearly 1.5 million...
High dopamine triggers risk-taking behaviour
Washington, July 8 (IANS) Boosting the levels of brain chemical dopamine can lead to increased risk-taking among people, says new research.
The study, led by...
Vitamin C intake cuts early death risk
London, July 8 (IANS) High intake of fruits and vegetables packed with vitamin C will substantially cut the heart attack and early death risk,...
Blocking key human protein can stop malaria
London, July 8 (IANS) Scientists have identified a key protein in the human body that, if targeted, can stop the malaria parasite in its...
Steroid use can make you forgetful
London, July 8 (IANS) Using anabolic steroids to improve muscle growth and sporting performance can make you forgetful, thereby affecting your everyday life, says...
