Obesity might impact flu transmission: Study
Obesity might impact flu transmission: Study
New York: Besides increasing a person's risk for severe complications from influenza, including hospitalisation and even death, obesity might...
Pregnant women with Hepatitis C have 90% chance of infecting their newborn
Pregnant women with Hepatitis C have 90% chance of infecting their newborn
New Delhi, July 27 (IANS) The parents of 31-year-old Naina Bharali are worried...
Selfie craze prompting surge in lip surgery in US
New York, April 21 (IANS) Want to click that perfect selfie with fuller lips for a flawless pout? Get a lip implant. According to...
Diabetics at high risk of lung disease: Study
Diabetics at high risk of lung disease: Study
London: People with Type-2 diabetes may be more at risk of developing restrictive lung disease (RLD) characterized...
Why pre-dinosaur vegetarians had large canines
London (IANS) The pattern of teeth in Tiarajudens eccentricus -- a herbivorous mammalian ancestor having large sabre-like protruding canines -- has puzzled researchers since...
Scientists develop new heart bypass surgery device
Moscow, May 5 (IANS) A team of international scientists has developed a device that will help doctors to perform heart bypass surgery without stopping...
E-cigarettes may be as harmful as smoking
E-cigarettes may be as harmful as smoking
New York, June 12 (IANS) Electronic cigarettes loaded with nicotine-based liquid are potentially as harmful as tobacco cigarettes...
How cancer cells turn healthy cells to the ‘dark side’
London, April 15 (IANS) Cancer cells force neighbouring healthy tissue into helping with the disease's growth and spread, a new study has found, shedding...
Why emotional stress can impact body movement
Why emotional stress can impact body movement
London, Sep 19 (IANS) Have you ever wondered why we sometimes 'freeze' when we are frightened or under...
Adults buy more of calorie foods from supermarkets
Adults buy more of calorie foods from supermarkets
Washington, Aug 10 (IANS) Adults prefer to buy more of sugar-sweetened beverages and nutrient-poor discretionary foods from...
