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Diagnosis at early stage is important for any kind of cancer, for the treatment to be effective (Photo: AFP)

BP risk high in childhood cancer survivors

Research shows high BP can have greater negative impact on survivors of childhood cancer who were treated with...

24 Nov 2017 8:08 AM IST

Some individuals develop brain networks that favor intelligent behaviors or more challenging cognitive tasks (Photo: AFP)

Shrinking brain linked to fatty liver

According to researchers liver fat may have a direct association with brain aging

24 Nov 2017 8:03 AM IST

Drinking a pint of beer may trigger productivity and help you think out of the box for your artistic tasks (Photo: Pixabay)

Find out how different alcoholic drinks affect your mood

Study finds that wine makes us feel more relaxed and amorous while vodka boosts energy.

23 Nov 2017 10:36 AM IST

Practice encourages both men and women to abstain from orgasm during sex in order to allow partners to enjoy longer and for more intense periods of sexual energy (Photo: Pixabay)

Shocking: Man goes blind in one eye after vigorous sex

Experts say man came to eye clinic reporting an obstruction in vision of left eye, which he noticed that particular...

23 Nov 2017 9:51 AM IST

With the suggestions stirring up a debate, we ask experts if non-vegetarian food and sexual intercourse during pregnancy can cause harm to women.

Find out why you should lose extra kilos before conceiving

According to a recent study, going into your pregnancy overweight means you could be putting your baby's health at risk.

23 Nov 2017 8:26 AM IST

It is a common sight today to see small children glued to a video game (Photo: AFP)

Autistics children may benefit in posture from video games

Balance challenges are more common among people with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) compared to the broader population.

23 Nov 2017 8:09 AM IST

Cigar smoke is inhaled and is just as harmful to the lungs as cigarettes. (Photo: Pixabay)

Cigars as harmful as cigarettes

Researchers find that the level of nicotine found in small cigar smoke is similar to or greater than cigarette smoke.

23 Nov 2017 7:58 AM IST

The implant is injected into the middle of a tumour, where it slowly releases tiny amounts of ethanol the pure alcohol that makes up, for example, 12 to 14 per cent of wine. (Photo: Pixabay)

Study shows jelly made of alcohol could help kill cancer

According to researchers implant releases ethanol to destroy tumour cells.

22 Nov 2017 1:08 PM IST

Many reports even had results of HIV, pregnancy and tuberculosis tests, and went viral on social sites after the leak. (Representational Image)

Antacids may help fight tuberculosis, say experts

Research finds people who used lansoprazole, as opposed to similar drugs omeprazole or pantoprazole, are a third less...

22 Nov 2017 12:01 PM IST

The data is based on more than 6.4 million samples received for Arthritis (bone health) testing over the last 3.5 years since January 2014. (Photo: Pixabay)

Vitamin D could help curb rheumatoid arthritis

The research, led by the University of Birnmingham found that while vitamin D can be effective at preventing...

22 Nov 2017 8:49 AM IST

Diagnosis at early stage is important for any kind of cancer, for the treatment to be effective (Photo: AFP)

Scientists discover potential treatment for leukaemia

Therapy genetically modifies patient's T cells to target different molecule called CD22, scientists at Stanford...

22 Nov 2017 8:23 AM IST

The study findings also show that there is a positive link between shyness and anxiety sensitivity. (Photo: Pixabay)

Being unsocila may boost creativity, finds study

According to researchers, some people withdraw themselves due to non-fearful preferences for solitude and outcome is...

22 Nov 2017 7:54 AM IST