Another child dies of dengue, as hospitals turn him away
New Delhi, Sep 15 (IANS) A week after a seven-year-old boy died of dengue in the national capital following hospital authorities' callousness, another child...
Spoonful of sugar before long running kills fatigue
London, Dec 1 (IANS) If you are a long-distance runner and feel "marathon fatigue" quite often, try a spoonful of sugar first and hit...
Vitamin D deficiency may make HIV treatment less effective
New York, Nov 18 (IANS) Low levels of vitamin D may limit immune recovery in HIV-positive adults undergoing treatment, says a new study.
Those infected...
Have more kids to slow down ageing!
Toronto, Jan 8 (IANS) If you want to live long, don't shy away from going for more kids. According to an interesting study, the...
Knees hurting at young age? Watch your steps
New Delhi, June 17 (IANS) Aspiring to be fit and healthy, Ranjitha, 35, decided to hit the gym hard every morning. Soon, running on...
Sex good for health of species
Toronto, Jan 13 (IANS) Researchers from the University of Toronto have found that species which reproduce sexually rather than asexually are healthier over time...
Lack of sleep can make your emotions go haywire
London, Dec 9 (IANS) If you feel cranky or grumpy after a night without sleep, it is because your brain's ability to regulate emotions...
‘Impulsive’ brain area linked to obesity in kids
New York, Nov 24 (IANS) Certain food odours activate the impulse area of the brain in obese children, researchers report, adding that obesity can...
Energy sensor a potential target for future cancer drugs
New York, Jan 8 (IANS) An energy sensing enzyme can potentially become a therapeutic target for future cancer drugs as it is responsible for...
Love drinking? Raise a toast to moderation
New Delhi, July 29 (IANS) Have you heard of "Holiday Heart Syndrome"? It happens when a non-drinker or a light drinker gives in to...
