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Persistent depression alters brain

A new study found people with longer periods of untreated depression had significantly more brain inflammation.

28 Feb 2018 10:50 AM IST

Current passing from the foot to the base of the spine is capable of boosting female sex drive (Photo: AFP)

Study says elusive female G-spot may not actually exist at all

Researchers say illusive erogenous zone is a myth with no physical evidence.

28 Feb 2018 10:35 AM IST

Holi colours contain harsh chemicals which can easily lead to skin allergies, breakouts, and damaged hair. (Photo: AP)

Here's how you to take care of skin, hair during festival of colours

Most ill-effects to the skin and hair post Holi are caused because of the colors that are used during the festival.

28 Feb 2018 10:18 AM IST

Applying 20-minutes of cool running water to a burn (any type of burn) is the best first aid treatment (Photo: AFP)

Research says many mothers may not have adequate knowledge of burn...

It is a good idea to keep young children out of the kitchen altogether with a safety gate.

28 Feb 2018 9:57 AM IST

Swedes have long been known for their healthy outdoorsy lifestyle (Photo: AFP)

Compulsory exercise at work becomes latest trend in Sweden

In 2014, a University of Stockholm study showed that exercising during the workday was advantageous for both employees...

28 Feb 2018 9:32 AM IST

Diabetes is a chronic illness in which the body is unable to control its blood glucose level. (Photo: Pixabay)

'Frequent tracking may improve blood sugar conditions in diabetics'

The condition may also lead to heart disease, kidney failure, blindness, amputations.

27 Feb 2018 9:11 PM IST

Scientists said tossing and turning in bed at night should be seen as a warning of future ill-health. (Photo: Pixabay)

Waking up at night doubles risk of heart attack: Study

Research suggests that various sleep disturbances are connected to ischemic heart disease and stroke.

27 Feb 2018 8:47 PM IST

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Many women fear and misunderstand breast cancer radiation

Depending on the type and dose of radiation, long-term side effects may include nerve pain, heart damage, and lung...

27 Feb 2018 7:16 PM IST

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Lilly breast cancer drug wins expanded US approval

The expanded approval was based on a late-stage study.

27 Feb 2018 6:56 PM IST

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Global fossil fuel emissions underestimated: Study

The study used data collected from 20 observatories world-wide.

27 Feb 2018 6:39 PM IST

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Nadda launches initiative for free viral load test for people living...

Routine viral load testing will optimise the utilisation of first line regimens.

27 Feb 2018 6:09 PM IST

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Frequent tracking may improve blood sugar conditions in diabetics

Diabetes is on the rise in India.

27 Feb 2018 5:59 PM IST