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During cold and flu season people were 24% more likely to exceed the maximum recommended weekly dose of 4,000 milligrams at least once. (Photo: Pixabay)

Painkiller overuse spikes during cold and flu season

This extensive analgesics consumption that we have documented raises the concern of overuse and misuse, as well as...

15 April 2018 2:26 PM IST

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Religious faith linked to suicidal behaviour in LGBQ adults

The study is limited by a lack of detail about whether a participant's specific religion had stigmatizing views of...

15 April 2018 11:55 AM IST

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Patients more satisfied when doctors treat fewer people

The results suggest that doctors need to spend some time talking to their patients.

15 April 2018 11:12 AM IST

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New weapon in fight against hepatitis C infection

This study is an impressive example of how to upscale the treatment of hepatitis C.

15 April 2018 9:56 AM IST

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Brain's memory region may hold clues for depression

New study suggests we may need to rethink how the hippocampus processes information.

15 April 2018 9:40 AM IST

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Drinking plain hot water may help you shed weight, boost your health

There are seven ways in which drinking hot water could work wonders for our bodies.

15 April 2018 9:19 AM IST

Death rattle is not painful but is simply a part of dying, says expert. (Photo: Pixabay)

Death rattle: Hearing this means you have just 23 hours left to live,...

As part of dying process, people lose ability to swallow or cough, which stops them from clearing secretions in...

14 April 2018 8:35 PM IST

Humans are addicted to continuous social interactions and not to their smartphones. (Photo: Pixabay)

Study says smartphone addiction may increase loneliness, anxiety and...

According to the researchers, we can take charge and train ourselves to be less addicted to our phones and computers.

14 April 2018 5:44 PM IST

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

Study finds sitting for too long may increase dementia risk

MTL thinning can be a precursor to cognitive decline and dementia in middle-aged and older adults.

14 April 2018 5:17 PM IST

Alcohol use disorders are associated with a three-fold higher risk of all types of dementia. (Photo: Pixabay)

Study finds regular alcohol consumption could take years off your life

According to the research, drinking more alcohol is associated with a higher risk of stroke, fatal aneurysm, heart...

14 April 2018 1:20 PM IST

Modi stressed on moving to transparent market for both oil and gas, with the view to serve the energy needs of humanity in an optimal manner. (Photo: ANI)

Here are benefits of Padahastasana, as described by PM Modi

Pada' means foot, 'hastha' stands for hands, and 'asana' means pose.

14 April 2018 12:51 PM IST

Project critically investigated older adults motivations to participate in ballet. (Photo: Pixabay)

Dance your way to healthier aging

Study found participants experienced higher energy levels, greater flexibility, improved posture, and an enhanced sense...

14 April 2018 12:38 PM IST