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Cynthia wasnt impressed when her husband got her a $10 scratch off ticket (Photo: Pixabay)

Woman wins Rs 64 lakh lottery thanks to cheap Valentine's gift from...

The 54-year-old woman couldn't believe she actually hit the jackpot until she visited the lottery headquarters.

19 Feb 2018 1:19 PM IST

The study says the brain mechanisms behind these effects appear to be linked to a boost in beta frequencies in some regions of the cortex. (Photo: Pixabay)

Exercising with music may alter brainwaves

The study says the brain mechanisms behind these effects appear to be linked to a boost in beta frequencies in some...

19 Feb 2018 1:10 PM IST

The tests could lead to earlier detection of autism spectrum disorders (ASD). (Photo: Pixabay)

Scientists develop tests to indicate autism in children

Children with autism could be given appropriate treatment much earlier in their lives.

19 Feb 2018 1:00 PM IST

Around 30 of the 40 half siblings that Kianni has found have said they would like to meet her and she now hopes to make contact with them in the near future. (Photo: Pixabay)

Woman discovers she has 40 siblings by same sperm donor dad

21-year-old from Florida is now on a journey to meet them all after discovery.

19 Feb 2018 12:31 PM IST

DNA test SHERLOCK can rapidly diagnose diseases and works like a pregnancy test. (Photo: Pixabay)

Paper-based DNA test 'SHERLOCK' can rapidly diagnose diseases

The researchers, including those from Harvard University in the US, previously showcased SHERLOCK's utility for a range...

19 Feb 2018 12:05 PM IST

A biopsy may be needed to test for cancer after a mammogram or MRI reveals abnormal cells or other signs. (Photo: Pixabay)

Breast MRIs may lead to more biopsies that catch fewer cancers

The goal of screening is to detect tumours before they can be felt in a physical breast exam.

19 Feb 2018 11:06 AM IST

Arrhythmias which in other words could be called irregular heartbeats, fluttering, palpitations, and so on, can put you in grave danger. (Photo: Pixabay)

Hyderabad receives two beating hearts after surgery complications

Seven-hour long operation saw the 56-year-old becoming one of only 150 people worldwide to have undergone such an...

19 Feb 2018 10:43 AM IST

Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a rare, disabling autoimmune disease that damages the central nervous system. (Photo: Pixabay)

Eye and balance exercises may ease multiple sclerosis symptoms

Multiple sclerosis can lead to fatigue, pain, vision loss and impaired coordination and motor skills.

19 Feb 2018 10:29 AM IST

Walking for 30 minutes every day five times a week is recommended to patients to reduce the risk of heart attacks by 50 per cent.

Delhi walkathon organised to promote 'Healthy Knees for All'

Organised by Fortis Hospital, Shalimar Bagh, event also saw participation from senior citizens.

19 Feb 2018 10:26 AM IST

Laws requiring doctors to report dementia patients and get their licenses revoked didnt appear to influence the proportion of crashes. (Photo: Pixabay)

In-person license renewal may reduce crashes involving people with...

When an older adult has dementia, families have to balance between the safety of letting them on the road and lack of...

19 Feb 2018 10:20 AM IST

Marriage partners can have a very substantial and causal effect on each others risk for alcohol use disorder. (Photo: Pixabay)

Spouses have strong influence on risk for alcohol abuse

It's long been known that spouses tend to resemble each other in alcohol consumption and abuse.

19 Feb 2018 10:12 AM IST

Patients whose doctors ordered flu tests tended to be younger, around 58 years old on average. (Photo: Pixabay)

Hospitalized older adults less often tested for flu

If influenza is not considered as a potential cause of the illness, it is unlikely that the patient will be treated for...

19 Feb 2018 10:00 AM IST