New drug shows promise to treat colorectal cancer
Singapore, Jan 9 (IANS) A small molecule drug combined with chemotherapy may effectively treat colorectal cancer patients, says a new study.
The researchers demonstrated the...
Know why you feel thirsty
Toronto, Oct 16 (IANS) Researchers have discovered a mechanism that plays an important role in enabling the brain to detect and prevent dehydration by...
Scientists use Hepatitis virus shell for cancer treatment
New York, Feb 7 (IANS) Scientists at a US university have found a way to use an empty shell of a Hepatitis E virus...
Arthritis drug beats untreatable eczema
New York, July 21 (IANS) Treatment with a drug approved for rheumatoid arthritis has led to dramatic improvement in six patients with moderate to...
Diabetes drug may help rebuild body after heart attack
London, Feb 9 (IANS) A common drug used by diabetes patients to prevent heart disease can be used to aid recovery from a heart...
Embrace spirituality to fight cancer
Washington, Aug 10 (IANS) Being spiritual can help cancer patients improve their physical, mental and social well being, finds new research.
The three-part analysis found...
Negative mood promotes craving for sweets
New York, July 11 (IANS) Researchers have found that those who suffer defeat or are in negative emotional states tend to crave sweets more...
Protein found to aid heart function in old age
Washington, June 21 (IANS) A protein called vinculin helps in sustaining the performance of cardiac muscle cells as we grow old, new research says.
Human...
Surgeons carve new ears using 3D printings
Washington, Oct 2 (IANS) Researchers from the University of Washington (UW) have evolved a method to help trainee surgeons carve new ears from a...
Insomnia tied to lower pain tolerance
London, May 1 (IANS) People suffering from insomnia and other sleep problems have increased sensitivity to pain, a new research, involving over 10,000 adults,...
