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First Made in India rotavirus vaccine, cost just around Rs 50

Written on 14 May, 2013 at 19:29 in Health | viewed 56 times | 0 Comments

New Delhi: An indigenously-developed vaccine that could cost around just Rs 50 per dose was unveiled here to treat severe rotavirus diarrhoea, which kills more than one lakh children under the age of five in India every year. The Rotavac... (Continue reading)

New synthetic oil for arthritis relief

Written on 4 May, 2013 at 12:43 in Health | viewed 143 times | 0 Comments

Scientists claim to have developed a new synthetic joint lubricant aimed at providing long lasting relief to millions of arthritis patients. The unique polymer supplements synovial fluid, the natural lubricant in joints, and works better than comparable treatments currently... (Continue reading)

Having unsupportive spouse ups risk of depression

Written on 1 May, 2013 at 15:05 in Health, Lifestyle | viewed 144 times | 0 Comments

Washington:People who have unsupportive spouses are significantly more likely to develop depression, a first-of-its-kind study has claimed. After analysing data from nearly 5,000 American adults,University of Michigan Health System researchers found that the quality of a person’s relationships with a spouse,... (Continue reading)

Lack of sleep may reduce a man’s sperm count

Written on 28 Apr, 2013 at 17:47 in Health, Lifestyle | viewed 186 times | 0 Comments

New York: Lack of sleep can reduce a person’s sperm count by up to a fourth in addition to reducing their quality, a new study warns. Researchers found that men who slept poorly had lower sperm counts and fewer sperm... (Continue reading)

Workplace stress can double your risk of heart disease

Written on 24 Apr, 2013 at 14:00 in Health, Lifestyle | viewed 175 times | 0 Comments

Berlin: Healthy employees exposed to stress at work are at twice the risk of cardiovascular disease, a new German study has warned. Scientists from the Helmholtz Zentrum Munchen in Germany evaluated data from a population-based cohort study and found that healthy... (Continue reading)

Stress can improve your brain’s performance

Written on 17 Apr, 2013 at 18:24 in Health, Lifestyle | viewed 190 times | 0 Comments

Washington: Being overworked and stressed may have a positive side, say scientists who found short-lived stress primes the brain for improved performance and optimal alertness. Researchers from University of California, Berkeley uncovered exactly how acute stress – short-lived, not chronic –... (Continue reading)

Being too active on social media may damage your relationships

Written on 10 Apr, 2013 at 14:36 in Lifestyle | viewed 229 times | 0 Comments

London: Engaging in too much social media activity may damage strong relationships, a new Oxford study has warned. Research by Dr Bernie Hogan of Oxford University tested the theory of ‘media multiplexity’ (the ability to communicate via several communications channels) which... (Continue reading)

Egg white protein can lower blood pressure: study

Written on 10 Apr, 2013 at 12:48 in Health, Lifestyle | viewed 1,384 times | 0 Comments

Washington: Here is another reason why you should include eggs in your diet! Egg white protein can lower your blood pressure as effectively as low doses of medication, according to a new study. “We have evidence from the laboratory that a substance... (Continue reading)

Diabetes drug may delay ageing: study

Written on 30 Mar, 2013 at 13:53 in Health, Lifestyle | viewed 312 times | 0 Comments

Washington: A widely prescribed type 2 diabetes drug slows down the ageing process by mimicking the effects of dieting, according to a study that used worms to investigate how the drug works. Following a calorie-restricted diet has been shown to improve... (Continue reading)

Genes behind smoking addiction in teens: study

Written on 28 Mar, 2013 at 16:33 in Health, Lifestyle | viewed 284 times | 0 Comments

Washington: Scientists have identified certain genetic risk factors that may accelerate a teen’s progression to becoming a lifelong heavy smoker. Scientists from the US, the UK and New Zealand examined earlier studies by other research teams to develop a genetic risk... (Continue reading)

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