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Estimates suggest health savings from reduced air pollution may be between 1.4-2.5 times greater than cost of climate change mitigation. (Photo: Pixabay)

Pollution may be putting at Alzheimer's, suicide risk

Study says Alzheimer's disease hallmarks start in childhood in polluted areas, and one must implement effective...

14 April 2018 10:32 AM IST

The cases of patients suffering from Vitamin D deficiency have been steadily rising in India. (Photo: Pixabay)

88 per cent Delhiites suffer from Vitamin D deficiency, finds survey

According to the ASSOCHAM, majority of Delhi's population has a Vitamin D level, which is less than normal.

14 April 2018 10:21 AM IST

Most were released as homosexuality is not illegal in Indonesia, but 10 men were charged under anti-pornography laws. (Photo: AP/Representational)

Study finds religious faith linked to higher suicidal risk in LGBQ...

Study finds greater religious feeling and engagement is tied to increased risk of suicidal thoughts and actions for LGBQ...

14 April 2018 10:09 AM IST

Vitamin D deficiency can lead to bone mineralisation, leading to bone softening diseases (Photo: AFP)

Survey reveals 88 percent Delhi residents have vitamin D deficiency

However, the bigger concern is that the population at large is not even aware of the deficiency and its consequences.

13 April 2018 8:02 PM IST

According to the World Health Organisation (WHO), dental cavities affect nearly every age group and cause serious health concerns. (Photo: Pixabay)

New product may cure dental cavities

Direct and indirect costs of treating dental cavities and related diseases have been a huge economic burden for...

13 April 2018 6:28 PM IST

Heather bought the watch hoping to track her health (Photo: AFP)

Woman's Apple Watch saves her life by detecting thyroid condition...

As the beeping continued for 24 hours, she visited the hospital only to find she had hyperthyroidism driving her towards...

13 April 2018 4:37 PM IST

If youre really concerned about your longevity, dont have more than a drink a day. (Photo: Pixabay)

When to say when: Study says limit alcohol to 1 drink a day

Women are hit by the effects of alcohol at lower amounts than men.

13 April 2018 4:17 PM IST

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Dementia risk high for people who sit too much

The researchers found that sedentary behaviour is a significant predictor of thinning of the MTL which has an impact on...

13 April 2018 2:46 PM IST

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Why Mediterranean-style diet is good for your liver

Here is what a new study has found.

13 April 2018 12:48 PM IST

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Revealed! Why sugar, alcohol make us thirsty

UT Southwestern researchers made the discovery.

13 April 2018 12:26 PM IST

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Night owls tend to die sooner than morning larks

Researchers say this is a public health issue that can no longer be ignored

13 April 2018 11:25 AM IST

Cooking meat at high temperatures for longer periods of time until its well done was also associated with a higher risk of liver disease. (Photo: Pixabay)

'Well done' red meat linked to liver disease, diabetes risk factor

People who ate more processed and red meat were 47 per cent more likely to have liver disease.

13 April 2018 8:41 AM IST