Researchers develop new method to trap cancer cells
London, Oct 2 (IANS) An international team has discovered a new way to potentially "fence in" a tumour and help stop cancer cells spreading,...
Obese? Eat peanuts to lose it
New York, March 4 (IANS) Whether your goal is overall weight loss or better overall health, researchers recommend snacking on peanuts or peanut butter...
Drastic drop in new prostate cancer diagnoses in US
New York, June 22 (IANS) Following the draft recommendation from the United States Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF), new diagnoses of prostate cancer in...
Breastfeeding may not protect all kids from obesity
New York, April 8 (IANS) While breastfeeding could be the best first food for a baby and provide numerous health benefits, it alone may...
Can near-death brain signals save cardiac arrest patients?
Washington, April 7 (IANS) Despite the loss of consciousness and absence of signs of life in case of sudden cardiac arrest, a storm of...
New therapy slows down brain tumour
New York, July 28 (IANS) A new therapy that cuts off the way some cancer cells communicate significantly slows the rapid spread of a...
Simple at-home test can spot blood clots
New York, May 13 (IANS) Researchers have developed a simple paper-based test that can help patients with blood clotting disorders perform regular tests from...
Smartphone can be your fitness tracker
New York, Nov 15 (IANS) Uncomfortable with your wristband fitness tracker? Now you can bury it somewhere in your closet as your smartphone would...
Single antibody from human survivor show promise against Ebola
New York, Feb 26 (IANS) In an important advancement towards an effective treatment against the deadly Ebola virus disease (EVD), researchers have found that...
HIV self-testing safe and accurate: Study
London, Sep 9 (IANS) HIV self-testing (HIVST) that involves training individuals to perform and interpret their own HIV test may prove to be a...