World's first malaria vaccine launched
As part of the pilot programme, the vaccine known as RTS,S, will be made available to children up to 2 years of age in Malawi.
Apr 24, 2019, 18:08 PM IST
India facing shortage of 600,000 doctors, 2 million nurses: Study
India has shortage of an estimated 600,000 doctors and 2 million nurses, say scientists who found that lack of staff who are properly trained in administering antibiotics is preventing patients from
Apr 14, 2019, 23:19 PM IST
Hearing loss may up cognitive decline with age: Study
Study found that almost half of the participants had mild hearing impairment, with 16.8 per cent suffering moderate-to-severe hearing loss.
Feb 13, 2019, 16:14 PM IST
Regularly consuming 'ultraprocessed' foods increases risk of early death: Study
Ultraprocessed food consumption was associated with younger age, lower income, lower educational level, living alone, higher BMI and lower physical activity level.
Feb 12, 2019, 17:21 PM IST
Researchers identify gene to treat alcoholism
Furthermore, the team unraveled a link between alcohol and how it modulates the levels of activity of this particular gene.
Feb 09, 2019, 16:53 PM IST
Here’s how exercise may protect against Alzheimer
An earlier study a few years back discovered a hormone called irisin that is released into the circulation during physical activity.
Feb 09, 2019, 15:33 PM IST
Exercise may help fight depression in seniors: Study
Researchers analysed blood samples and changes to muscle and determined that three months of the exercise was enough to enhance gene expression within the skeletal muscle.
Feb 08, 2019, 13:17 PM IST
Researchers develop new prostate cancer prediction tool: Study
However, current tools used to predict prostate cancer progression are generally subjective in nature, leading to differing interpretations among clinicians.
Feb 08, 2019, 11:55 AM IST
Nicotine addiction while pregnant alters genes: Study
Active dopamine, known as the "feel good" hormone, might seem a good thing at first glance.
Feb 07, 2019, 15:47 PM IST
HIV drug could treat Alzheimer's finds new study
The team tested six different HIV reverse transcriptase inhibitors to see if they could block L1 activity and the interferon response.
Feb 07, 2019, 13:58 PM IST
Exercise may improve thinking skills in young individuals: Study
The specific set of thinking skills that improved with exercise is called executive function.
Feb 06, 2019, 13:54 PM IST
Researchers find new treatment for Chlamydia
The new gene therapy uses a unique nanoparticle that enables siRNA to enter the cells, reduce Chlamydia`s ability to bind and destroy invasive bacteria and prevent the disease from spreading.
Feb 06, 2019, 12:51 PM IST
Good quality diet can lower type 2 diabetes risk: Study
The study, recently published in the American Journal of Epidemiology, found that all five high-quality dietary patterns were inversely associated with risk of diabetes.
Feb 06, 2019, 12:18 PM IST
Fruits and vegetables important for mental, physical well-being: Study
People who do eat more fruit and vegetables report a higher level of mental well-being and life satisfaction than those who eat less, says research.
Feb 06, 2019, 12:12 PM IST
Eat flaxseed to improve health, reduce obesity
Bacteria levels in both the cellulose and flaxseed groups returned to healthier levels when compared to the high-fat group, study revealed.
Feb 05, 2019, 17:46 PM IST
Men's brains diminish faster than women's: Study
Older women tend to score better than men of the same age on tests of reason, memory and problem solving.
Feb 05, 2019, 15:51 PM IST
Climate change can affect immune system: Study
As part of the study, researchers investigated how high temperatures affect mice infected with influenza virus.
Feb 05, 2019, 15:30 PM IST
Mindfulness, sleep may reduce exhaustion in entrepreneurs: Study
The team found that the entrepreneurs who slept more, or who engaged in the highest levels of mindfulness exercises, reported lower levels of exhaustion.
Feb 05, 2019, 15:22 PM IST
'Seek-and-destroy' therapy may help treat prostate cancer: Study
This means that new therapeutic approaches are urgently needed for these patients.
Feb 05, 2019, 13:12 PM IST
Liver drug may slow Parkinson's progression
The effectiveness of the drug will be assessed with two novel approaches.
Feb 05, 2019, 13:02 PM IST
