Lack of sleep, a nightmare March 13, 2015 17:11
Today the 13th March 2015 is World Sleep Day. Sleep-related disorders are fast becoming public health issues. There needs to be more awareness about the link between sleep disorders, obesity, diabetes and heart ailments. Senior…
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Eradicate Glaucoma Increased awareness key March 09, 2015 17:21
Increased awareness among people is the key to eradicate Glaucoma in the society, said Dr. Sirisha Senthil, Head, Glaucoma Center, LV Prasad Eye Institute (LVPEI) at a Glaucoma awareness program organized in Hyderabad. Glaucoma is…
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New energy device to power life on Mars March 09, 2015 17:15
A new type of engine that harvests energy from carbon dioxide could power life on Mars, scientists say. Researchers propose a new kind of engine for producing energy based on the Leidenfrost effect, a phenomenon…
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Avoid sitting for long hours March 07, 2015 18:34
Sitting for long hours every day is associated with increased coronary artery calcification that can increase the risk of a heart attack, suggests a new research. Exercise may not entirely counteract the negative effects of…
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J&K - lung cancer capital of India March 07, 2015 18:32
The Global Adult Tobacco Survey (GATS) has revealed that 26.6% population of Jammu & Kashmir is using tobacco products. This has given the unique status for the state to emerge lung cancer capital of India.…
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Sleep 30 minutes less, gain weight March 07, 2015 18:09
Losing as little as 30 minutes of sleep per day on weekdays can have long-term consequences for body weight and metabolism, new research has found. People who accumulate sleep debt during weekdays and make up…
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Drivers suffer more of air pollution February 14, 2015 18:37
According to a study published in the journal 'Atmospheric Environment,' four or more wheel drivers expose as much as 29 times higher to air pollution which is a serious concern. Spending about two percent of…
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SMS can save you from Skin Cancer February 09, 2015 16:16
A new study has revealed that SMS can save your life by improving skin cancer prevention and promote sun protection. The researchers of Cancer Council Queensland and University of Queensland, have conducted this study for…
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Teenagers should keep away from smartphones February 03, 2015 15:54
The researchers from University of Basel in Switzerland reported that teenagers spend more time on their smartphone, especially during nights which may affect their sleep and noticed an increase risk of depressive symptoms. The study…
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Quit smoking gradually January 30, 2015 19:30
"Regular smokers experience an almost dementia-like condition in the early hours after quitting, as suggested by brain scans," says Professor Albert Gjedde, neuroscience researcher at the Department of Neuroscience and Pharmacology, University of Copenhagen. In…
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Green tea to kill oral cancer cells January 30, 2015 19:22
A component found in green tea may be very effective at destroying oral cancer cells. The research from Penn State will become very useful in fighting oral cancer, as well as other types of cancer.…
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Heavy drinking ups stroke risk January 30, 2015 18:02
More than two drinks a day in middle-age may raise your stroke risk more than traditional factors such as high blood pressure and diabetes, warns a study. Regular heavy drinking can raise blood pressure and…
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