A sniff test could spot autism early
London, July 3 (IANS) Measuring how children respond to pleasant and unpleasant odours can help identify children suffering from autism spectrum disorder (ASD) very...
Daily exercise could lead to productivity, efficiency: Study
Wellington, July 3 (IANS) Daily exercise could make people more productive in their routine work, according to a New Zealand study of rats released...
Brain dead person’s liver transplanted into two adults
New Delhi, July 2 (IANS) In a rare surgery, the liver of a 32-year-old brain dead person was transplanted into two adult patients giving...
Menstrual cycle abnormalities worsens bone health in athletes
New York, July 2 (IANS) Women sports persons with menstrual cycle abnormalities may be at at greater risk of bone stress injuries and fractures,...
Eye colour linked to alcohol dependence
New York, July 2 (IANS) People with blue eyes have a greater chance of becoming alcoholics, says a study.
"This suggests an intriguing possibility --...
Low testosterone ups depression risk in men
Washington, July 2 (IANS) Men with low levels of testosterone are at increased risk of suffering from depression than those of the general population,...
My Perspective on Doctors’ Day
July 1 is observed as Doctors' Day in India to honour the legendary physician, Dr B C Roy whose birth and death anniversary falls...
What not to eat for gorgeous skin?
New Delhi, July 1 (IANS) Don't want pigmentation or rashes? Stop indulging in dairy products or sugar, says an expert.
Kiran Lohia, medical director of...
Poor sleep causes negativity in women with bipolar disorder
Washington, July 1 (IANS) Poor sleep is associated with negative mood in women with bipolar disorder, says a new study.
Bipolar disorder is a brain...
Excess vitamin A disrupts immune system
London, July 1 (IANS) Too much Vitamin A shuts down the body's trained immunity, opening door to infections to which we would otherwise be...
