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A group of researchers has found that continued use of cannabis causes violent behavior as a direct result of changes in brain function. (Photo: Pixabay)

Marijuana use increases violent behaviour, suggests study

A group of researchers has found that continued use of cannabis causes violent behavior as a direct result of changes in...

8 Oct 2017 11:03 AM IST

The researchers have now found a new drug which may help in the treatment of life threatening fungal infections such as aspergillosis. (Photo: Pixabay)

Researchers develop new antifungal drug for life threatening fungal...

The researchers have now found a new drug which may help in the treatment of life threatening fungal infections such as...

8 Oct 2017 10:53 AM IST

23 percent of suicide victims age 50 or older shared suicidal thoughts with another person in the month before their death, the study found. (Photo: Pixabay)

Older adults more likely to disclose suicidal thoughts as they age

23 percent of suicide victims age 50 or older shared suicidal thoughts with another person in the month before their...

8 Oct 2017 10:46 AM IST

Costs might also keep women from getting screenings in countries outside the UK, where national health insurance pays for tests. (Photo: Pexels)

Many women with disabilities don't get cancer screening

Costs might also keep women from getting screenings in countries outside the UK, where national health insurance pays...

8 Oct 2017 10:26 AM IST

Dementia is a syndrome characterized by deterioration in memory, thinking, behavior and daily functioning. (Photo: Pixabay)

Elderly with dementia at risk for inappropriate medications

Dementia is a syndrome characterized by deterioration in memory, thinking, behavior and daily functioning.

8 Oct 2017 10:03 AM IST

Health officials in many countries recommend vaccination during pregnancy. (Photo: Pixabay)

Fewer newborns get whooping cough when moms get vaccinated

Health officials in many countries recommend vaccination during pregnancy.

8 Oct 2017 9:49 AM IST

Wiping out the protective bacteria can allow the growth of Clostridium difficile (C diff) bacteria, leading to deadly diarrhoea. (Photo: Pixabay)

Antibiotics for dental procedures may up superbug infection

Wiping out the protective bacteria can allow the growth of Clostridium difficile (C diff) bacteria, leading to deadly...

7 Oct 2017 6:26 PM IST

All parents can be supportive, whether or not their children have facial anomalies. (Photo: Pixabay)

Anxiety, depression greatest in younger kids with facial birth defects

All parents can be supportive, whether or not their children have facial anomalies.

7 Oct 2017 6:11 PM IST

55% of girls avoid spending time with friends and family, participating in outside activities if they arent happy with the way they look. (Photo: Pixabay)

Low body esteem sees girls missing out on life

55% of girls avoid spending time with friends and family, participating in outside activities if they aren't happy with...

7 Oct 2017 5:48 PM IST

Drinking more fluids increases the rate of flushing of bacteria from the bladder. (Photo: Pixabay)

Drinking more water may cut risk of UTIs in women: Study

Drinking more fluids increases the rate of flushing of bacteria from the bladder.

7 Oct 2017 5:29 PM IST

Previous research showed that stiff and hard arteries increase a persons risk of suffering a heart attack or stroke. (Photo: Pixabay)

Potassium in bananas and avocados could prevent heart attacks and...

Previous research showed that stiff and hard arteries increase a person's risk of suffering a heart attack or stroke.

7 Oct 2017 4:08 PM IST

Cancer is a leading cause of death worldwide, and the prevalence of obesity has more than doubled during the past generation. (Photo: Pixabay)

Weight loss surgery linked to lower risk of cancer

Cancer is a leading cause of death worldwide, and the prevalence of obesity has more than doubled during the past...

7 Oct 2017 3:27 PM IST