Science & Health

Japan culls 14,000 birds after avian flu outbreak

About 14,000 birds have been culled in the southern Japan after an avian influenza outbreak was confirmed, local authorities said on Monday.

Feb 12, 2024

Managing hypothyroidism with diet and yoga

Navigating the complexities of hypothyroidism can be an overwhelming journey, given the rising prevalence of this condition in the Indian population. Thyroid disorders, affecting nearly 42 million Indians, are among the most common endocrine disorders.

Feb 12, 2024

NASA uses new hybrid antenna to track deep space communication

An experimental antenna has received both radio frequency and near-infrared laser signals from NASA's Psyche spacecraft as it travels through deep space.

Feb 12, 2024

'Avoid cooking oils with carcinogenic contaminants'; Proposal to display GE and 3-MCPD limits on packets suggested

Health experts on Sunday stressed the need to avoid using cooking oils with carcinogenic contaminants like glycidyl esters (GE) and 3-monochloropropane-1,2-diol esters (3-MCPD).

Feb 12, 2024

How heart attack symptoms differ in men & women

Sweating, nausea, dizziness and unusual fatigue may not sound like typical heart attack symptoms, but are common in women, and may occur more often when resting or asleep, according to a study.

Feb 11, 2024

New method may detect early ovarian cancer from urine test

Ovarian cancer is hard to diagnose in its early stages because it has vague symptoms, such as constipation, bloating, and back pain. Moreover, there are no routine screens for ovarian cancer like there are with other cancers, such as breast or colon cancer.

Feb 10, 2024

Apple heart study exposes surprising trends in exercise habits; dos and don'ts for healthy cardio health

The study uses Apple Watch and iPhone technology and outlines a holistic approach towards assessing cardiovascular health by including several health behaviors and related factors that are known to contribute towards extending lifespans without diseases.

Feb 9, 2024

Mutant Chernobyl wolves develop anti-cancer abilities, may pave way for cure: Study

Mutant wolves around Chernobyl, where the world's worst nuclear accident took place 35 years ago, has now developed anti-cancer abilities, an advance that may open door for cure against the deadly disease, according to a study.

Feb 9, 2024

Smuggled snake venom worth Rs 12 crore recovered in Bengal

Border Security Force on Friday said that they have seized smuggled snake venom worth Rs 12 crore from an Indo- Bangladesh bordering pocket at Hili in South Dinajpur district in the northern sector of West Bengal.

Feb 9, 2024

Aprajita Seth's tech-driven mission to revolutionise clinical trials

Aprajita Seth's dedication to revolutionising clinical trials through technology is reshaping the healthcare landscape.

Feb 8, 2024

Nose picking habit may 'partially' signal Alzheimer's risk: Scientists

People who frequently pick their noses may be at a higher risk of developing Alzheimer's disease, according to a review of dozens of published studies.

Feb 6, 2024

This new drug may prevent diabetic eye, kidney-related complications: Study

A new type of inhibitor drug could help prevent microvascular diabetic complications, such as diabetic eye and kidney disease, in people with diabetes, a new study has shown.

Feb 3, 2024

Familial cancer cases on the rise in India: Experts

As we approach World Cancer Day, which is observed every year on February 4, experts have expressed their concern over the rising cases of 'familial cancer' in India.

Feb 3, 2024

DRDO successfully launches Green Propulsion System in orbit

Ministry of Defence on Thursday said that DRDO has successfully launched a Green Propulsion System -- developed under Technology Development Fund (TDF) scheme of DRDO -- in orbit functionality on a payload launched by PSLV C-58.

Feb 1, 2024

Meet Dr Amitabha Chanda, Kolkata doctor who completed 100 successful 'awake brain' surgeries

Narayana Hospital RN Tagore Hospital recently celebrated 100 successful awake brain surgeries by its renowned neurosurgeon Dr Amitabha Chanda during his entire medical career. Some of the surgeries were done at Narayana Hospital RN Tagore Hospital, Mukundapur during the last couple of years.

Jan 31, 2024