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Research links frailty to dementia risk

Australian-led international research has found that frailty increases a person's risk of developing dementia.

Nov 12, 2024

Smart snacking grows 1.2 times faster than traditional snacks in India

As urban consumers increasingly seek health-oriented products, smart snacking in India has grown 1.2 times faster than traditional snacks, according to a report on Tuesday.

Nov 12, 2024

South Korea's Covid handling a lesson for future pandemic response: Unitaid chief

South Korea's Covid handling best in world, lesson for future: Unitaid chief

The chief of a global initiative tasked with providing affordable treatments to low-and-middle income nations has said that South Korea's effective handling of Covid-19 can offer valuable lessons for the world in addressing future pandemics and existing diseases.

Nov 12, 2024

Delhi-NCR grapples with pollution as air quality dips ; AQI level 'very poor'

Delhi-NCR continues to grapple with hazardous air quality levels, with the average Air Quality Index (AQI) remaining at 355, classified as 'very poor.'

Nov 12, 2024

High-speed internet linked to increased Australian obesity: Study

High-speed internet behind increased Australian obesity? Study finds link

New research has found a link between high-speed internet activities and Australia's growing rate of obesity.

Nov 11, 2024

This common heart drug may be unnecessary, lead to depression in some patients: Study

Beta-blockers may be unnecessary, lead to depression in some patients, says study

Beta-blockers, a common medicine used by patients who have had a heart attack, can lead to depression in patients who did not have heart failure, claims a study on Monday.

Nov 11, 2024

Australian-German research finds world-first cure for deadly skin disease

Australian and German researchers find cure for deadly skin disease 'TEN'

Researchers from Australia and Germany have for the first time cured patients suffering from toxic epidermal necrolysis (TEN), a deadly skin disease.

Nov 11, 2024

Want to age well? A good night's sleep may be the key: Study

A good night's sleep key to age well, finds study

A team of Chinese researchers found that healthy and successful ageing is determined by sleep patterns.

Nov 11, 2024

Medical mystery solved: One gene provides diagnoses for 30 patients

One patient suffering from severe medical conditions for years has provided diagnosis for 30 people whose similar conditions also remained undiagnosed despite numerous tests, thus solving a medical mystery.

Nov 10, 2024

In a global first, NTPC plant starts converting captured CO2 into methanol

Government-owned power giant NTPC announced on Friday that in "a major groundbreaking achievement," it has been "successful in the synthesis of CO2 captured from flue gas with hydrogen produced from a PEM electrolyser, which was then converted into methanol at NTPC's Vindhyachal plant."

Nov 8, 2024

Gut microbiome changes may signal onset of rheumatoid arthritis

Researchers have identified changes in the gut microbiome makeup that lead to the onset of rheumatoid arthritis, providing a window of opportunity for targeted treatments.

Nov 8, 2024

Mount Fuji observes season's first snowcap, latest ever in 130 years

Japan's Mount Fuji donned its first snowcap this season on Thursday, the latest in 130 years, following unusually warm weather, local media reported.

Nov 7, 2024

How air pollution is contributing to cancers in India

Increased exposure to carcinogens in the air is increasing the incidence of cancers of the lungs, bladder, breast, prostate, and blood, said health experts on National Cancer Awareness Day

Nov 7, 2024

Japanese team makes new plastic device to help surgeons in robot-assisted heart surgery

A team of Japanese researchers has developed a that can help surgeons while performing robot-assisted heart surgery.

Nov 7, 2024

Bushfire threat forces evacuation of Australian town

Residents of a town in the Australian state of Queensland have been evacuated due to a threat posed by a fast-moving bushfire.

Nov 6, 2024

Blood-biomarker tests may aid in early diagnosis of Alzheimer's: Report

While early detection of Alzheimer's disease is crucial for better outcomes, a report on Wednesday said that blood-based tests are emerging as valuable tools.

Nov 6, 2024

Why is the US healthcare the world's most expensive?

India's healthcare delivery sector to reach $250 billion by 2029: Report

India's healthcare delivery sector is expected to reach $250 billion by 2029

Nov 6, 2024

Your love for sarees may raise risk of skin cancer, warns study

Draping your saree tightly may give you skin cancer, warned doctors.

Nov 6, 2024

Mycoplasma pneumonia cases in Japan continue to surge

Cases of mycoplasma pneumonia, a respiratory disease caused by bacteria, have been surging in Japan, hitting a record high for four consecutive weeks as of October 20

Nov 5, 2024

How good sleep habit can boost brain health, ward off Alzheimer's risk

Alzheimer's risk gene fuels inflammation in healthy immune cells in brain: Study

APOE4 protein triggers microglia, healthy brain immune cells, to cause harmful inflammation and misfolded protein clumps in Alzheimer's disease.

Nov 5, 2024

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Articles by IBT Science Desk

Research links frailty to dementia risk

Smart snacking grows 1.2 times faster than traditional snacks in India

South Korea's Covid handling best in world, lesson for future: Unitaid chief

Delhi-NCR grapples with pollution as air quality dips ; AQI level 'very poor'

High-speed internet behind increased Australian obesity? Study finds link

Beta-blockers may be unnecessary, lead to depression in some patients, says study

Australian and German researchers find cure for deadly skin disease 'TEN'

A good night's sleep key to age well, finds study

Medical mystery solved: One gene provides diagnoses for 30 patients

In a global first, NTPC plant starts converting captured CO2 into methanol

Gut microbiome changes may signal onset of rheumatoid arthritis

Mount Fuji observes season's first snowcap, latest ever in 130 years

How air pollution is contributing to cancers in India

Japanese team makes new plastic device to help surgeons in robot-assisted heart surgery

Bushfire threat forces evacuation of Australian town

Blood-biomarker tests may aid in early diagnosis of Alzheimer's: Report

India's healthcare delivery sector to reach $250 billion by 2029: Report

Your love for sarees may raise risk of skin cancer, warns study

Mycoplasma pneumonia cases in Japan continue to surge

Alzheimer's risk gene fuels inflammation in healthy immune cells in brain: Study

Ranveer Singh touches Sanjay Leela Bhansali's feet; Sara Ali Khan, Aditi Rao Hydari radiate in ethnic outfits at reception

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