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Delay in hip fracture surgery for more than 24 hrs ups odds of death

Here is what a new study has found.

29 Nov 2017 1:00 PM IST

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Stress during pregnancy affects the size of baby

Here is what a new study has found.

29 Nov 2017 11:41 AM IST

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Can social media help you lose weight?

University of California researchers investigated this subject.

29 Nov 2017 11:30 AM IST

According to research, proteins release in humans could be triggered by a pill containing a known compound named Yoda 1.

One in 10 drugs being sold in developing countires fake, says WHO

WHO says bogus drugs are growing threat as increased pharmaceutical trade, including Internet sales, open door to toxic...

29 Nov 2017 8:41 AM IST

Experts say that gut bacteria could lead to radical new anti-aging treatment (Photo: Pixabay)

Atacama Desert contains microorganisms that may cure HIV

One strain of bacteria found is proven to be an inhibitor of an enzyme that allows the HIV virus to reproduce itself.

29 Nov 2017 8:27 AM IST

Doctors should prescribe medicines that will not lead to falls in older adults after conducting tests. (Photo: Pixabay)

UK gives nod to Pfizer world's first over-the-counter Viagra

Drug will only be available in pharmacies and its supply will depend on pharmacists' assessment of its suitability for...

29 Nov 2017 8:09 AM IST

And lately, theres been a fair amount of enhancing, where yoga is offered with something extra on the side.

Another twist to yoga polga

Different forms like polga, doga and broga have been added to traditional yoga to make it popular across the world.

29 Nov 2017 12:02 AM IST

The woman who wishes to not be identified had her eggs removed at the age of 15. (Photo: Pixabay)

Cancer survivor's ovarian tissue frozen 11 years ago transplanted back...

The woman who wishes to not be identified had her eggs removed at the age of 15.

28 Nov 2017 9:00 PM IST

Less schooling can translate into fewer job opportunities and lower pay over a lifetime. (Photo: Pixabay)

OCD linked to educational underachievement

OCD sufferers also need to cope with the social consequences of their symptoms, which they may perceive as embarrassing.

28 Nov 2017 7:34 PM IST

The study also indicates how African countries are leapfrogging technology by skipping the landlines, moving straight to mobile devices. (Photo: Pixabay)

Text-message blast' can expand access to surgical services

Some 5 billion people in the world lack access to safe surgery and anesthesia.

28 Nov 2017 7:27 PM IST

The new origami-inspired muscles are both soft and strong, and can be made for less than $1. (Photo: Pixabay)

Artificial muscles give 'superpowers' to soft robots

Each artificial muscle consists of an inner "skeleton" that can be made of various materials.

28 Nov 2017 7:19 PM IST

Experts reveal top 6 tips to deal with childrens fussy eating habits

Experts reveal top 6 tips to deal with children's fussy eating habits

According to the study published in the Journal of Child Health Care most children develop picky attributes around the...

28 Nov 2017 6:54 PM IST