Cancer gene capable of slowing cancer growth
Vienna, March 4 (IANS) The suppression of the known cancer gene "STAT3" may actually be counter-productive in the fight against some cancers, an international...
Caffeine-based compounds may slow Parkinson’s progress
Caffeine-based compounds may slow Parkinson's progress
Toronto, Oct 1 (IANS) Researchers in Canada have developed two caffeine-based chemical compounds that show promise in preventing the...
Heart failure not as life-threatening as heart attack: Experts
Heart failure not as life-threatening as heart attack: Experts
New Delhi, Oct 13 (IANS) Heart failure may be a serious health hazard but not life-threatening...
Homosexuals not favoured for jobs, shows study
London, April 9 (IANS) Gay and lesbian job seekers regularly face discrimination in both private firms and the public sector, a study shows.
The study...
Raising ‘good’ cholesterol may not prevent heart disease
Raising 'good' cholesterol may not prevent heart disease
Toronto, Nov 2 (IANS) Raising high-density lipoprotein (HDL), or 'good cholesterol' levels may not be as effective...
Winter babies may up mothers’ risk of gestational diabetes
Winter babies may up mothers' risk of gestational diabetes
Sydney, Nov 16 (IANS) Women who conceive babies in winter are more likely to develop gestational...
Why minimal footwear is better for jogging
Why minimal footwear is better for jogging
London, Nov 27 (IANS) If you thought cushioned footwear can protect you better during jogging, think again! Researchers...
How to get happy feet this winter!
How to get happy feet this winter!
New Delhi, Dec 8 (IANS) The winter season can be a nightmare for our feet as they are...
Too much of processed meat may worsen your asthma
Too much of processed meat may worsen your asthma
London, Dec 21 (IANS) Love to gorge on ham, sausages and salami? Beware, a new study...
Know how to prevent multidrug resistance
New York, May 19 (IANS) Instead of just one drug, prescribing patients drug combinations that reach similar parts of the body could be an...
