Health

Skulls are seen inside the recently discovered burial site in Minya

Scientists discovered deadly Hepatitis B virus from remains of 4.5 million-year-old man

Hepatitis b was found from a 450-year-old child mummy's DNA and it was considered as the oldest evidence but the recent findings by University of Copenhagen and Cambridge University have revealed the existence of the virus.

May 12, 2018

By Bhaswati Guha Majumder

1 in every 8 Indians is a victim of high blood pressure, says ministry

Through this survey, which was conducted by the Indian Health Ministry, researchers found hypertension in those people, who are living in rural areas.

May 11, 2018

By Bhaswati Guha Majumder

Egg every day is healthy, no extra risk for Type 2 diabetics, says new study

A new study found eating up to 12 eggs per week throughout the year did not increase cardiovascular risk factors in people with pre-diabetes and type 2 diabetes

May 7, 2018

By Soorya Kiran NN

Diabetes

Cockroach inside Florida woman's ear takes 9 days to come out

The Florida resident Katie Holly woke up with a discomfort in her left ear and later found that it was caused by a cockroach.

May 6, 2018

By Bhaswati Guha Majumder

Shivering and exercise both trigger same fat-burning effect, says study

The study finds that the data essentially suggests that cold and exercise have opposite effects on BAT

May 2, 2018

By Soorya Kiran NN

Diabetes

Infants exposed to hepatitis-C not adequately screened: MWRI study

Like hepatitis B infection, perinatal transmission is the primary cause of HCV infection in children

May 2, 2018

By Soorya Kiran NN

Malaysian woman jailed and fined for stealing 10 chocolate bars on Christmas Day

Research shows dark chocolate can boost your health

IB Times Singapore present you five surprising benefits of including dark chocolates in your daily diet

Apr 26, 2018

By Nirmal Narayanan

New gold nanoparticle technique can make drugs 'smarter'

The new technique decorates gold nanoparticles with a protein of choice so that they can be used to tailor a drug to more accurately target an area of the body.

Apr 23, 2018

By IANS

Higher level of FT4 exhibit more risk of heart disease in older adults

Heart patients who walk faster hospitalised less

A total of 359 patients were identified as slow walkers, 362 intermediate and 357 fast walkers.

Apr 22, 2018

By IANS

Alzheimer's researcher of Research Center and Advanced Studies (CINVESTAV), shows a victims' brain

Medication use increases in newly-diagnosed dementia patients

The researchers conducted a longitudinal study using the National Alzheimer's Coordinating Center data.

Apr 22, 2018

By IANS

Treat sunburn, improve gastro immune system with yogurt

Himanshu Chadha, Founder, APS Cosmetoofood, and Nmami Agarwal, Nutritionist and Dietician, have listed the goodness of yogurt.

Apr 21, 2018

By IANS

A man lifts weight as part of his training during a six-week programme in an exercise room at the Bodyworks weight loss campus in Beijing August 26, 2011. Participants at the Bodyworks weight loss campus come from across China, paying 30,000 yuan ($4,696)

Stronger people have sharper brains: Study

Muscular strength, measured by handgrip, is an indication of how healthy our brains are, said the study published in the journal Schizophrenia Bulletin.

Apr 21, 2018

By IANS

Why sisters may be the key to understanding autism risk

Hans Asperger worked with Nazis resulting in the death of children with disabilities, study says

A new study report has alleged autism pioneer Hans Asperger for working with Nazis resulting in the death of children with disabilities

Apr 21, 2018

By Nirmal Narayanan

Gene therapy for blood disorder may be effective

Frequent transfusions, however, can cause serious complications due to iron toxicity and viral infections.

Apr 19, 2018

By IANS

Single concussion may up Parkinson's risk by nearly 60%

People with mild traumatic brain injury showed a 56 percent increased risk of Parkinson's disease.

Apr 19, 2018

By IANS

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Scientists discovered deadly Hepatitis B virus from remains of 4.5 million-year-old man

1 in every 8 Indians is a victim of high blood pressure, says ministry

Egg every day is healthy, no extra risk for Type 2 diabetics, says new study

Cockroach inside Florida woman's ear takes 9 days to come out

Shivering and exercise both trigger same fat-burning effect, says study

Infants exposed to hepatitis-C not adequately screened: MWRI study

Research shows dark chocolate can boost your health

New gold nanoparticle technique can make drugs 'smarter'

Heart patients who walk faster hospitalised less

Medication use increases in newly-diagnosed dementia patients

Treat sunburn, improve gastro immune system with yogurt

Stronger people have sharper brains: Study

Hans Asperger worked with Nazis resulting in the death of children with disabilities, study says

Gene therapy for blood disorder may be effective

Single concussion may up Parkinson's risk by nearly 60%

What is Mad Cow Disease? A Michigan Woman Dies of Rare Brain Disorder that has 100% Mortality Rate, Sparks Urgent Investigation

What is Mad Cow Disease? A Michigan Woman Dies of Rare Brain Disorder that has 100% Mortality Rate, Sparks Urgent Investigation

American Healthcare Academy Celebrates 14 Years of commitment to healthcare education

American Healthcare Academy Celebrates 14 Years of commitment to healthcare education

Scientists Confirm Deadly Bird Flu in Mainland Antarctica; Poses Risk for Penguins and Environment

Scientists Confirm Deadly Bird Flu in Mainland Antarctica; Poses Risk for Penguins and Environment