Health

Zika brain damage may go undetected in pregnancy: Study

Zika virus may cause damage that could go undetected during pregnancy and ultimately may hurt learning ability, psychiatric illnesses and mental disorder in babies.

Feb 7, 2018

By IANS

Veteran health researcher Stephen Friend leaves Apple

Stephen Friend, a veteran health researcher, left Apple Inc's health team late in 2017, after serving a little over a year at the job.

Feb 6, 2018

By IANS

Daily exercise may boost better lung function among smokers

Getting regular vigorous physical exercises or activities among smokers may help them to have better lung function.

Feb 6, 2018

By IANS

Spending long hours in dim light may affect learning ability, says study

Spending lengthy hours in dim lights may change brain's structural and may often forget the things already been learned or experienced.

Feb 6, 2018

By IANS

Why sisters may be the key to understanding autism risk

New two-minute questionnaire may detect autism in toddlers

New two minutes questionnaire developed by researchers may aid parents to approach pediatricians to detect autism in toddlers that may help doctors to provide better health effort.

Feb 6, 2018

By IANS

Noise pollution directly linked to cardiovascular disorders, study claims

A new study report published has revealed that noise pollution will significantly increase the chances of falling on the clutches of cardiovascular disorders.

Feb 6, 2018

By Nirmal Narayanan

Diabetics at double the risk of developing cataract, says study

People with diabetes are at double the risk of developing cataract as the general population and the relative risk is highest in those aged between 45 and 54.

Feb 6, 2018

By IANS

Acupuncture may boost chances of pregnancy through IVF

Acupuncture is an ancient Chinese form of pain relieving treatment by inserting thin needles at specific points in the body.

Feb 6, 2018

By IANS

Members of Maharashtra Homeopathic Doctor Association's Federation participate in a rally to support National Medical Commission Bill

Homeopathy, ayurveda doctors hold rally supporting NMC

Hundreds of homeopathic and ayurvedic practitioners from across the country held a rally on Monday in support of the proposed National Medical Commission (NMC) Bill.

Feb 6, 2018

By IANS

Severe pre-eclampsia may lead to high BP after pregnancy: Study

Pre-eclampsia occurs when a woman develops hypertension and elevated protein in the urine during pregnancy.

Feb 6, 2018

By IANS

Cloned monkeys Zhong Zhong and Hua Hua are seen at the non-human primate facility at the Chinese Academy...

Scientists create more clone animals after Dolly [PHOTOS]

With the rapid improvemnet of genetic engineering method, the scientists have successfully created some of the best clone animals, including Dolloy, a female domestic goat and money.

Feb 5, 2018

By Bikash Rai

Philippines: PAO, VACC to file a case demanding P4m for 10-year-old's death due to Dengvaxia vaccine

The Public Attorney's Office (PAO) and Volunteers Against Crime and Corruption (VACC) are demanding P4 million in damages in a civil case which they are planning to file this Monday related to the anti-dengue vaccine, Dengvaxia.

Feb 5, 2018

By Sanchalita Mullick

Woodpeckers influence development of new sports head gear?

The heads of woodpeckers and the way they are designed can lead to the formation of new football helmets and other head protection gears for sports.

Feb 5, 2018

By Sanchalita Mullick

Durian does not contain cholesterol but durian monthong might be risky for you

Many believe that durian is a high-cholesterol fruit which is a myth according to many nutritionists.

Feb 5, 2018

By Sanchalita Mullick

A little alcohol consumption may help to clean your brain, claims study

A new study conducted by researchers at the University of Rochester Medical Center (URMC) has found that a little alcohol consumption may help to clean brain effectively

Feb 5, 2018

By Nirmal Narayanan