Punjab model to cure hepatitis C infection
A decentralised care and the provision of free direct-acting antiviral agents (DAAs) can produce high rates of cure among people with hepatitis C virus (HCV) infection, according to a large-scale
Apr 13, 2018, 15:56 PM IST
This is how you can make your teenager gets enough sleep
Increasing academic pressure has increased the time Indian students spend at school or engaged in academic work at home.
Apr 13, 2018, 15:52 PM IST
Want to reverse ageing? Drink these homemade juices to stay young forever
Ageing is a natural process that can't be stopped but you can try slowing down its effects by making positive lifestyle choices.
Apr 13, 2018, 13:43 PM IST
Sitting for too long may increase dementia risk: Study
Sitting for too long may increase the risk of dementia in middle-aged adults, according to scientists, including one of Indian origin.
Apr 13, 2018, 13:22 PM IST
Why alcohol, sugar lead to thirst decoded
Scientists have identified a hormone that acts on the brain to stimulate thirst in response to sugar and alcohol, thereby preventing dehydration.
Apr 13, 2018, 12:51 PM IST
How office colleagues helped save brain stroke patient
At a time of growing distrust and general indifference to human suffering, doctors at Indraprastha Apollo Hospital here on Thursday noted how prompt action of office colleague in one instance and of
Apr 13, 2018, 11:50 AM IST
Mystery behind rare bone disorder cracked
A new research has found that a certain gene mutation causes ‘dripping candle wax’ bone disease.
Apr 13, 2018, 10:46 AM IST
Viagra may have the potential to fight cancer
Viagra may have the potential to fight cancer, according to a new study.
Apr 13, 2018, 10:42 AM IST
Novel bed net provides greater protection against malaria
A new kind of bed net can emerge as a potent weapon against malaria as a two-year trial involving more than 15,000 children has shown that it can significantly increase protection against the
Apr 13, 2018, 10:17 AM IST
Yoga classes in school may help kids fight stress, anxiety
Participating in yoga and mindfulness activities at school helps relieve stress and anxiety in young children, improving their wellbeing and emotional health, a study has found.
Apr 12, 2018, 17:46 PM IST
This tiny injectable sensor may help curb alcohol abuse
Scientists have come up with a novel tiny, ultra-low power chip that can be injected just under the surface of the skin to continuously monitor patients of substance abuse.
Apr 12, 2018, 17:19 PM IST
Good cholesterol may increase the risk of gastro, pneumonia: Study
A new study has revealed that variations in the good cholesterol levels may up the risk of developing infectious diseases such as gastroenteritis or pneumonia.
Apr 12, 2018, 16:46 PM IST
US FDA approves first AI device to detect diabetic eye disease
In a first, the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has permitted marketing of an Artificial Intelligence (AI)-based device to detect certain diabetes-related eye problems.
Apr 12, 2018, 15:37 PM IST
Here's why you need to detox your body
Nowadays, many people are opting for detox programs as it helps to get rid of all the toxins from the body and also makes sure you lose weight.
Apr 12, 2018, 14:17 PM IST
'Night owls' at greater risk of dying sooner
If you are a "night owl", or one of those who like to stay up late and have trouble dragging yourself out of bed in the morning, there is some bad news.
Apr 12, 2018, 13:37 PM IST
Menopause symptoms may increase the risk cardiovascular disease
A new study has revealed that severe menopausal symptoms such as sleep disturbance, hot flashes and depression, may increase the risk of developing cardiovascular disease (CVD).
Apr 12, 2018, 12:03 PM IST
Brain zapping restores sensations in paralysed patient
For the first time, scientists have induced natural sensations in the arm of a paralysed man by stimulating a certain region of the brain with a tiny array of electrodes.
Apr 12, 2018, 11:38 AM IST
Being married may reduce depression: Study
People who are married and earn less than USD 60,000 per year in total household income have fewer symptoms of depression than comparable earning unmarried people, a study has found.
Apr 12, 2018, 10:03 AM IST
Brain injury in teenagers may up Alzheimer's risk: Lancet
Sustaining a traumatic brain injury (TBT) in your 20s may increase the risk of developing dementia including Alzheimer's in your 50s by 60 per cent, a review of nearly three million patients has
Apr 11, 2018, 17:31 PM IST
World Parkinson's Disease Day 2018: Don't ignore these early signs
On April 11, every year, World Parkinson’s Day is observed across the globe to increase public awareness about the disease.
Apr 11, 2018, 17:15 PM IST
