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As cooler air traps pollutants close to the ground, Delhi's levels of PM2.5 -- particles so tiny they can enter the lungs and bloodstream -- often soar to beyond 30 times the safe limit. (Photo: AP)

Polluted Delhi air akin to death sentence, say doctors

Smog kills more than one million Indians every year and Delhi has worst air of any major city on planet, World Health Organization says.

05 Nov 2018 10:10 AM

Researchers also conducted cognitive tests with each study participant before and after the season and found that those who struggled with balance and memory had higher levels of the biomarkers. (Photo: Pixabay)

Childhood injuries from football are more long-lasting than you think

Study tested biomarkers in the blood called micro RNAs and found that the college football players had elevated levels of these biomarkers.

05 Nov 2018 9:19 AM

14 new genetic variants that dictate where the body stores surplus fat have been pinpointed by scientists. (Photo: Pixabay)

Genetic factor associated with obesity could protect against diabetes

Experts believe that the region in the body where surplus fat is stored matters more than the amount when it comes to insulin resistance.

03 Nov 2018 6:00 PM

The findings also show that many youngsters with medulloblastoma could avoid unnecessary doses of chemotherapy and radiotherapy with less toxic side effects. (Photo: Pixabay)

Better treatment for common childhood brain cancer in the offing

Chromosome signature found in medulloblastoma will let medics adapt treatment so that each child is targeted individually.

03 Nov 2018 5:15 PM

The survey was conducted by YouGov on behalf of the health tracker app, Daily Burn. (Photo: AP)

Trump could be making Democrats fat, survey finds

Democrats like Barbra Streisand are more likely to eat their feelings and drink their sorrows to cope with midterm election stress.

03 Nov 2018 3:35 PM

Vitamin C also helps to lower cholesterol levels by promoting the conversion of cholesterol to bile acids. (Photo: Pixabay)

Drinking this before breakfast may help you lose weight, have great skin

It's supposed to lift your mood, energy levels, improve your immune system and your metabolism - helping you lose weight.

03 Nov 2018 3:06 PM

Researchers also said that the longevity of sexual intercourse also applied to men who walked briskly for 90 minutes daily. (Photo: AFP)

Men who exercise regularly have more stamina in bedroom

Study finds men who workout on regular basis not only have better stamina during sex but last twice as long as couch potatoes.

03 Nov 2018 1:23 PM

There is a whole new list of snacks that one can offer their guest this Diwali.

Innovative ways to serve your guest this Diwali

One can become a good and smart host by serving an array of dishes that are healthier that the traditional ones.

03 Nov 2018 12:44 PM

The festive season comes with a lot of social commitments which disrupts your daily fitness routine. (Photo: Pixabay)

5 tips to reduce back pain this festive season

It is important to exercise caution to prevent an aching back during this busy period.

02 Nov 2018 6:03 PM

The study, published in the journal Nature Communications, suggests that an antibiotic found in dirt can destroy mutant mycobacteria.

New antibiotic to combat drug-resistant TB found in soil, study finds

Rates of rifamycin resistance are steadily rising, which presents a major problem to doctors attempting to treat TB.

02 Nov 2018 2:40 PM

Increasing regulations and growing public health concerns about synthetic repellents and insecticides like DEET have sparked interest in developing plant-based repellents. (Photo: Pixabay)

Coconut oil compounds more effective than insect repellents, says study

Study identified specific coconut oil fatty acids that have strong repellency and long-lasting effectiveness against multiple insects.

02 Nov 2018 2:25 PM

Coffee companies and lifestyle blogs have tended to tout cold brew coffee as being less acidic than hot coffee and thus less likely to cause heartburn or gastrointestinal problems.

Hot coffee has higher levels of antioxidants than cold brew: Study

Study found that the pH levels or acidity indicator, of both hot and cold coffee were similar.

01 Nov 2018 8:27 PM

All patients involved in the study recovered voluntary control of leg muscles that had been paralysed for many years, they said.

Electrical stimulation helps three paralysed patients walk again

Study, called STIMO (STImulation Movement Overground), establishes a new therapeutic framework to improve recovery from spinal cord injury.

01 Nov 2018 6:19 PM

While overeating can cause blood sugar levels to shoot up in diabetic patients, snacks rich in salt can cause blood pressure to spike in hypertensive patients.

9 effective tips to stay fit this Diwali

A little bit of planning, self-control and smart eating can help one avoid these unwanted festive binge after effects.

01 Nov 2018 5:02 PM

The start-up based in Mumbai has just launched with two product categories - Indian sweets and fast acting glucose gels to put an end to dessert deprivation for people with diabetes. (Photo: Pixabay)

Father-daughter duo trying to make India diabetic-friendly for Diwali

To address issue of diabetes, father-daughter duo has started D-Alive, aimed at eliminating disease.

01 Nov 2018 3:21 PM

Girls given four or more types of the drugs were 50 per cent more likely to become obese. (Photo: Pixabay)

Giving antibiotics to children under 2 raises risk of obesity, says study

Study found that longer children took drugs and more classes of antibiotics they had taken, greater risk of obesity was.

31 Oct 2018 8:13 PM

For those over 35, a short gap between pregnancies was particularly dangerous for the mother herself. (Photo: Pixabay)

Mothers should wait at least a year between pregnancies

Conceiving again too soon increases the risk of premature labour, stillbirth and even maternal death, scientists discover.

30 Oct 2018 7:34 PM

A woman can cut her chance of cancer by good nutrition and weight management.

Here are foods you can have for breast cancer prevention

One can lower their risk for breast cancer by having the right foods.

30 Oct 2018 6:35 PM

The embryo was then placed inside Bliss, who acted as an incubator for the first 5 days using a plastic device resembling a champagne cork. (Representational Image/ Pixabay)

Gay couple make history: Carry same baby inside their bodies in new treatment

The treatment saw eggs being taken from Bliss, 36, and fertilised with donor sperm in the lab.

30 Oct 2018 3:57 PM

The study also highlights that blocking these receptors may help to prevent cancers spreading in the body. (Photo: Pixabay)

Here's how cancer spreads so easily through body

Study finds tumours push through blood vessels 200 times the force of ordinary cells.

30 Oct 2018 2:36 PM

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