Health News

Blocking naturally occurring protein for transporting fats may increase lifespan says research

The new study showed that the longevity benefits associated with increased lipophagy are hindered by too much VIT.

Dec 28, 2015

Toddlers playing with electronic toys may have language problems

Children playing with electronic toys get to make less use of language.

Dec 24, 2015

Gurgaon hospital refuses to hand over child's body until bill paid

The mother, a domestic help, was asked to pay Rs.4.5 lakh for treatment.

Dec 18, 2015

Quality of food served in schools under mid-day meal scheme poor: CAG

The scheme is currently operational in 27 states and seven union territories.

Dec 18, 2015

Heart disease and stroke top killers worldwide in 2013: Research

While 31% of all deaths were from cardiovascular disease, stroke accounted for 11.8% of all deaths.

Dec 18, 2015

Indian-origin professor in US creates 'supercondom' that can fight HIV, enhance sexual pleasure

The condom is enmeshed with a plant-based antioxidant ingredient that has anti-HIV properties.

Dec 17, 2015

SC directive for Maggi samples to be tested in Mysuru lab

The court said the test report would be submitted before it.

Dec 16, 2015

Stem cells used to create specialised nerve cell that makes serotonin

Serotonin affects emotions, sleep, anxiety, depression, appetite, pulse and breathing.

Dec 16, 2015

Now, a revolutionary app to record causes of death globally

Two in three deaths - 35 million each year - are unregistered worldwide, including in India.

Dec 16, 2015

Saline water cleans wounds better than soap and water, says study

Very low water pressure was an acceptable, low-cost alternative for washing out open fractures

Dec 16, 2015

Drug MNCs pump combination drugs into Indian market without approval

Many pharmaceutical manufacturers have obtained permission from a single state to make new fixed-dose combination (FDC) drugs.

Dec 16, 2015

Low and middle-income countries see cancer rates rising, says study

Incidence and mortality rates from cancer in high-income countries are declining.

Dec 14, 2015

Drinking coffee leads to subtle changes in the brain

Changes were noticed in 'connectome' , the way different parts of the brain communicate.

Dec 13, 2015

Tiny bubbles released by cells may hold answer to being healthy or sick

Scientists are studying the biology of extracellular vehicles and their relationship to human diseases.

Dec 13, 2015

'Customisable' internet makes people select info that reinforces belief systems

'Selective exposure' behaviour leads to avoiding contrary information, a new study suggests.

Dec 13, 2015

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Health News

Blocking naturally occurring protein for transporting fats may increase lifespan says research

Toddlers playing with electronic toys may have language problems

Gurgaon hospital refuses to hand over child's body until bill paid

Quality of food served in schools under mid-day meal scheme poor: CAG

Heart disease and stroke top killers worldwide in 2013: Research

Indian-origin professor in US creates 'supercondom' that can fight HIV, enhance sexual pleasure

SC directive for Maggi samples to be tested in Mysuru lab

Stem cells used to create specialised nerve cell that makes serotonin

Now, a revolutionary app to record causes of death globally

Saline water cleans wounds better than soap and water, says study

Drug MNCs pump combination drugs into Indian market without approval

Low and middle-income countries see cancer rates rising, says study

Drinking coffee leads to subtle changes in the brain

Tiny bubbles released by cells may hold answer to being healthy or sick

'Customisable' internet makes people select info that reinforces belief systems

Time for India to follow suit? France, Germany, Netherlands, US banned use of EVMs [here's why]

Dhanush's Captain Miller has no buyers in Telugu states? Here's why

Deepika Padukone is a sight to behold in velvet gown; attends Academy Museum Gala with Selena Gomez, Dua Lip [see pics]