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It is caused by the Plasmodium parasite and spread to humans through the bite of an infected Anopheles mosquito. (Photo: Pixabay)Life
Factors linked to chikungunya, dengue outbreaks discovered

Dengue infections are on the rise globally, according to the World Health Organization.

25 July 2018 11:31 AM IST

The blood test measures a specific peptide to inform if a patient has the very earliest stages of Alzheimers. (Photo: Pixabay)Life
Blood tests can predict treatment for advanced prostate cancer

The study used a liquid biopsy test developed by molecular diagnostics company.

25 July 2018 11:19 AM IST

The mini-kidneys lack a large artery, and without that the organs function will only be a fraction of normal. (Photo: Pixabay)Life
Risk stages for children with chronic kidney disease uncovered

Healthcare providers currently rely mainly on their own clinical experience.

25 July 2018 11:05 AM IST

Flu can be transmitted through breathing, against all notions of contamination by exposure to droplets from coughs and sneezes. (Photo: Pixabay)Life
New way to target flu viruses found

The full findings are present in the journal- Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences.

25 July 2018 10:51 AM IST

In addition to treating the underlying cause, if known, physicians can treat hiccups with various medications (Photo: Pixabay)Life
Persistent hiccups may be indication of serious medical conditions

The researchers described a hiccup as an involuntary, spasmodic contraction of the diaphragm and sometimes the...

25 July 2018 10:26 AM IST

Cases of gonorrhoea have also spiked, with nearly 50,000 cases recorded in 2016, from 15,000 in 2012.Life
Planning a trip to France? Pack condoms. Here's why

According to health officials, cases of chlamydia and gonorrhoea tripled in 4 years in country

24 July 2018 9:43 PM IST

AIDS-related illnesses remain the leading cause of death among women of reproductive age (15-49 years) globally, and they are the second leading cause of death for young women aged 15-24 years in Africa, said the report.Life
International AIDS Conference 2018: All you need to know about...

First convened during peak of AIDS epidemic in 1985, it continues to provide forum for intersection of science,...

24 July 2018 9:14 PM IST

A recent study has revealed that over 70 per cent of Indian adults have poor muscle health characterized by lower muscle mass and body protein content. (Photo: Pixabay)Life
Indian vegetarian diets 84 per cent protein deficient: Indian Dietetic...

93 per cent of Indians are unaware of their ideal protein requirement and Indian vegetarian diets are worst affected.

24 July 2018 8:58 PM IST

When the body produces too little collagen in response to an injury, depressed scars such as ice picks can form. (Photo: Pixabay)Life
Acne scar treatment: Everything you need to know

Post acne scars can be wide U shaped boxcar scars, narrow and deep V shaped scars or wide depressions with rolled edges...

24 July 2018 7:41 PM IST

Low performing states are Uttar Pradesh, Uttarakhand, Bihar, Jharkhand, Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, Assam, Rajasthan, Odisha and Jammu and Kashmir (Photo: AFP)Life
Reduction in infant and maternal mortality rates in India

Cash assistance is also provided to BPL/SC/ST women of low and high performing states delivering in accredited private...

24 July 2018 4:45 PM IST

AIDS-related illnesses remain the leading cause of death among women of reproductive age (15-49 years) globally, and they are the second leading cause of death for young women aged 15-24 years in Africa, said the report.Life
AIDS drugs show more promise for preventing new infections

Until there's a vaccine, condoms are the best way to prevent HIV infection.

24 July 2018 2:39 PM IST

The study used Nielsen data to analyse 530 different snacks, cereals, formulas and drinks that had been purchased within the last five months.Life
Gluten-free kids' foods loaded with sugar

Grocery store shelves are now overflowing with gluten-free foods that are just as junky as their gluten containing...

24 July 2018 2:31 PM IST

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