Possible ‘obesity gene’ discovered
Toronto, Aug 11 (IANS) Scientists have discovered a gene that plays an important role in causing obesity.
The gene encodes a protein responsible for production...
HIV infection can prematurely age patients by five years
New York, April 22 (IANS) Although a combination of antiretroviral therapies has led to a decrease in the mortality rates in people with HIV...
Eating potatoes may increase high blood pressure risk
New York, May 18 (IANS) Love to binge on potatoes and French fries? If yes, you may be at an increased risk of developing...
Narayana Health opens joint replacement facility in Bengaluru
Narayana Health opens joint replacement facility in Bengaluru
Bengaluru, Oct 6 (IANS) Leading specialty hospital Narayana Health on Thursday unveiled a dedicated facility for orthopaedics...
Boring, dirty workplace can hamper your brain
Boring, dirty workplace can hamper your brain
New York, June 17 (IANS) Do you find your office dull, boring and unhygienic? Beware that spending long...
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...
Long-term memory test may help
Long-term memory test may help early diagnosis of Alzheimer's
London, June 3 (IANS) A test to identify long-term memory loss is likely to provide an...
Low levels of this molecule may boost depression diagnosis
Low levels of this molecule may boost depression diagnosis
New York: Scientists have identified a substance in blood as a biomarker for depression, a finding...
Smoking during pregnancy can harm
Smoking during pregnancy can harm baby's brain
New York, May 24 (IANS) Mothers who smoke during pregnancy can increase the risks of mental disorders in...
How a protein can cause blindness in diabetics
How a protein can cause blindness in diabetics
New York, July 15 (IANS) By creating a virtual tissue model of diabetes in the eye, researchers...
