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The debate over public breastfeeding regularly resurfaces in the United States (Photo: AFP)

Breastfeeding vital for brain development

Breastfeeding important for brain growth of premature babies.

28 April 2019 5:03 PM IST

It is encouraging that gene therapy techniques that increase pathologically low protein levels for other types of brain disorders are showing promise in the clinic now. (Photo: ANI)

Memory impairment can be improved through gene repair

Gene repair technique can improve brain dysfunction in adults.

28 April 2019 2:11 PM IST

Annovera represents a novel, procedure-free and long-acting reversible contraceptive method that can provide contraceptive benefits for up to one year. (Photo: ANI)

Vaginal ring to prevent unwanted pregnancy

New birth control ring prevents unwanted pregnancy for a year: Study.

28 April 2019 11:11 AM IST

Save yourself from the smog

Save yourself from the smog

Here's all that you need to know about smog and its dangerous impacts on our health.

26 April 2019 9:25 PM IST

Elaborate studies have proved that it has immensely benefitted people who are loners or prefer to lead a seduced life. (Photo: Pixabay)

Adopt a dog to stay healthy and motivated

Adopting dogs always have had a positive impact on the well being of the owners and their family members.

26 April 2019 4:46 PM IST

From 2000 to 2015 there were 3,06,201 new cases of insulin-treated type 2 diabetes in Australia: on average 19,000 new cases each year. (Photo: Representational | Pixabay)

Time-restricted eating can combat diabetes

Study suggest that time-restricted eating beneficial for blood glucose

26 April 2019 2:47 PM IST

Without the benefits of sound sleep, distressing events of decades ago continue to activate the emotional circuits of the brain as if they are happening right now. (Photo: Representational/Pexels)

Insomnia fails to neutralise emotional and mental distress

Studies reveal that insomniacs are unable to get emotional distress off their minds.

26 April 2019 9:03 AM IST

Heart disease is the leading cause of death for both men and women. (Photo: Representational/Pexels)

Blood thinning medicine causes heart failure

Studies show that blood thinners could reduce heart failure risks.

26 April 2019 9:02 AM IST

Researchers found the risk for respiratory hospitalisation was significantly higher among the survivors who received chemotherapy compared to the cancer-free group. (Photo: ANI)

Poor air quality increases respiratory issues amongst young cancer...

Studies reveal that poor air quality puts young cancer survivors at risk of hospitalisation.

25 April 2019 2:30 PM IST

The measles infections worldwide nearly quadrupled in the first quarter of 2019. (Photo: Representational/Pixabay)

Measles making a comeback due to millions unvaccinated

UNICEF asserts on the need to get vaccinated for averting the spread of this dangerous but preventable disease.

25 April 2019 2:19 PM IST

The influenza virus is one of the leading causes of mortality worldwide, affecting nearly 10 per cent of the world population and contributing to one million deaths annually. (Photo: Representational/Pexels)

Counter influenza with elderberries

Study claims that consumption of elderberries essential to counter influenza.

25 April 2019 10:13 AM IST

Plants with a strong aroma are something mosquitoes dont like. So, grow rosemary, marigold, mint or lemongrass to keep mosquitoes away. (Photo: Representational/Pixabay)

World Malaria Day: Say no to malaria

Here are some simple hacks to prevent malaria.

25 April 2019 9:54 AM IST