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The findings showed that hope and self-efficacy significantly predicted intentions to take actions against skin cancer. (Photo: Pixabay)

Adding hope to health messages may motivate better behaviours: study

We often think of emotions as irrational, but emotions can help us do the things that will keep us healthy.

24 Feb 2018 5:25 PM IST

As early as the mid-30s, women start to experience declines in fertility, increased rates of miscarriage and birth defects. (Photo: Pixabay)

New drug may extend women's fertility by six years

The researchers used a microscopic worm, Caenorhabditis elegans (C elegans), to study longevity.

24 Feb 2018 1:57 PM IST

Peak volumes of white and grey matter in regions associated with green space exposure showed better working memory, reduced inattentiveness. (Photo: Pixabay)

Kids living close to green spaces may have beneficial effects on brain...

The data analysis showed that long-term exposure to greenness was positively associated with white and grey matter...

24 Feb 2018 1:49 PM IST

The threshold amount of alcohol linked to liver damage may be lower than previously thought. (Photo: Pixabay)

Young men's drinking tied to later liver disease risk

The threshold amount of alcohol linked to liver damage may be lower than previously thought.

24 Feb 2018 1:22 PM IST

When people did become delirious after surgery, they were also more likely to die. (Photo: Pixabay)

Frail elderly face increased risk of delirium after surgery

Factors like smoking, dementia and the use of psychiatric medications also were associated with an elevated risk of...

24 Feb 2018 1:11 PM IST

People who dont get this type of minimally invasive surgery may get an invasive procedure involving surgeons cutting open the chest. (Photo: Pixabay)

Less-invasive heart valve replacement tied to better quality of life

Transcatheter aortic valve replacement is an important minimally invasive treatment option for replacing the aortic...

24 Feb 2018 12:34 PM IST

Researchers found a strong relationship between maladaptive perfectionism and depression among both adolescents and adults. (Photo: Pixabay)

Self-compassion may protect perfectionists from getting depressed

Self-compassion seems to sever the link between perfectionism (and depression), even though it is really tentative and...

24 Feb 2018 12:15 PM IST

Cardio-metabolic risk factors can increase the chances of having diabetes, heart disease or a stroke. (Photo: Pixabay)

Wine tied to healthier arteries for some diabetics

Some previous research has linked a Mediterranean diet to weight loss and a reduced risk of heart disease.

24 Feb 2018 11:57 AM IST

Chemicals could be used to enhance colour, texture or taste. (Photo: Pixabay)

This Holi, avoid being a victim of food adulteration

While Holi is a time for merriment, we should also be alert about what we eat.

24 Feb 2018 11:45 AM IST

Initiative requests commuters on seats to hold their bags and leave shelves for standing ones

Yeh hai local meri jaan

Noticing the apathy among daily commuters, this Mumbaikar started Bag Pakad Jagah Bana campaign with a hope to bring a...

24 Feb 2018 12:51 AM IST

Papon accused of molesting minor girl

Papon accused of molesting minor girl

Apart from Papon, the other jury members include Himesh Reshammiya, Shaan, and Palak Muchhal.

24 Feb 2018 12:47 AM IST

Youve got a friend in me

You've got a friend in me

Break-ups suck even when it isn't yours. If your bestie is going through a break-up,experts want you to know that your...

24 Feb 2018 12:37 AM IST