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Recurrent fungal infections and antibiotic resistance are fast becoming a growing public health concern, with certain groups of people falling in the high-risk category.

Fighting against fungal infections

Antibiotics are normally used to treat bacterial infections.

5 Aug 2019 2:28 AM GMT

$Spending more time with friends could also be good for mental wellbeing, and may correlate with being physically active.\$ Life

Being socially active can reduce chances of dementia in adults

Socially active adults are less prone to dementia.

4 Aug 2019 8:30 AM GMT

Researchers in a separate study found that e-cigarettes were almost twice as effective at helping smokers quit cigarettes than traditional nicotine-replacement therapy, such as nicotine patches. (Photo: Representational/Pixabay)

Vaping can increase risk of relapse in some former smokers

Do e-cigarettes really help in quitting?

4 Aug 2019 7:48 AM GMT

The authors discovered that urso did not have an impact on pregnancy outcomes including preterm birth, neonatal unit admission, and stillbirth. (Photo: Representational/Pixabay)

Avoid treating liver disorders during pregnancy

Treatment for liver disorder during pregnancy ineffective, claims study.

3 Aug 2019 9:55 AM GMT

The researchers found that those with moderate or severe TBI were 2.45 times as likely to die by suicide compared to those without a TBI diagnosis. (Photo: Representational/Pixabay)

High suicide risk in veterans with traumatic brain injury

Military veterans have higher risk of suicide due to traumatic brain injuries.

3 Aug 2019 8:04 AM GMT

Without the need for long-term anti-rejection drugs, islet cell transplants could become the treatment option of choice, and possibly a cure, for many people burdened by type 1 diabetes. (Photo: Representational/Pixabay)

Is there a need for anti-rejection drugs after transplant?

Scientists remove need for anti-rejection drugs in transplant recipients.

3 Aug 2019 6:28 AM GMT

One reason can be that a woman suffering from a psychological disorder may be less likely to seek treatment and may be diagnosed at a later stage. (Photo: Representational/Pixabay)

Stress disorders can trigger cervical cancer

Link between stress, cervical cancer uncovered.

2 Aug 2019 8:21 AM GMT

This study indicates that the average age of menarche delayed is linked with a lower risk of type 2 diabetes. (Photo: ANI)

Type 2 diabetes risk elevated with early onset of menstruation

BMI, early onset of menstruation can increases risk of type 2 diabetes.

2 Aug 2019 5:48 AM GMT

Dr John Jaquish.

Dr John Jaquish helps NBA and NFL stars work their way to peak fitness

Many NBA and NFL stars, who are currently at the peak of their fitness, have been spotted using this device.

2 Aug 2019 5:30 AM GMT

Buildings are not just a structure of steel and cement, but shifting ecosystems where we spend the majority of our lives. (Photo: Representational/Pixabay)

Beware of degrading indoor air quality

Green designs for buildings are an alternative to better the air quality inside the buildings.

1 Aug 2019 10:40 AM GMT

The researchers first tested methionine restriction in healthy mice to confirm it was having the desired effects on metabolism and then moved to testing it in mice with colorectal cancer and soft tissue tumours known as sarcomas. (Photo: AFP)

Research unveils how dietary interventions can significantly enhance...

Can diet help cancer treatment? Study in mice offers clues.

1 Aug 2019 4:07 AM GMT

The study found that the children of aged parents had fewer externalizing behaviour problems, as reported by the parents. (Photo: ANI)

Children born to aged parents tend to have less behavioural issues

Kids born to aged parents likely to have fewer behaviour problems.

1 Aug 2019 3:45 AM GMT