Keep your mind active to keep Alzheimer’s at bay
New York, Feb 25 (IANS) Taking part in mentally stimulating activities such as reading books and magazines, playing games and using computers in the...
Disposable biochip for simpler, affordable HIV diagnosis
New York, March 14 (IANS) Researchers have developed a highly sensitive disposable biosensor that can detect sub-populations' white blood cells that are key to...
Don’t let pollution affect your hair, skin
Don't let pollution affect your hair, skin
New Delhi: Pollution not only affects health but skin and hair as well as it can cause uneven...
Here comes ‘stair snacking’ to improve heart health
Here comes 'stair snacking' to improve heart health
Toronto: For people who find it difficult to take out extra time for physical activity after a...
Social media fundraising may not always work: Study
Toronto, April 5 (IANS) A team of scientists has found that fundraising campaigns on social media may attract attention worldwide without prompting a commensurate...
Can smartphone apps diagnose illnesses? No, say experts
New Delhi, April 13 (IANS) With a barrage of smartphone health apps being launched globally -- claiming to go beyond fitness or calorie checkers...
Cheers! Red wine can offset effects of high fat diet
New York, May 14 (IANS) Giving red wine lovers a new reason to celebrate, researchers have found that an compound in this drink could...
Scientists discover new class
Scientists discover new class of potential pain relievers
New York, June 1 (IANS) Researchers from Duke University have discovered a potential new class of small-molecule...
Over 2,500 Indian kids suffer from brain tumour every year
New Delhi, June 12 (IANS) With a surge in the brain related ailments in the world, every year over 2,500 of the Indian children...
Diabetes ups risk of heart attack death
Diabetes ups risk of heart attack death by 50 per cent
London, June 23 (IANS) Individuals suffering from diabetes are at nearly 50 per cent...
