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A vaccine against the virus that causes AIDS has come closer to reality after a recent study found that the immune system may keep body from neutralizing HIV-1 virus (Photo: Pixabay)

Heart problems in HIV-positive adults remain under-treated

Researchers find 5.1 percent of HIV-positive adults received aspirin/antiplatelet therapy for primary prevention or...

27 Nov 2017 2:40 AM GMT

Using rigorous statistical analysis and machine learning, accurate prediction models were created and integrated into the new Individualized Diabetes Complication (IDC) Risk Calculator. (Photo: ANI)

Web calculator can now predict complications from diabetes, obesity

Risk calculator predicts risk of death, complications from diabetes and obesity.

6 Nov 2019 5:30 AM GMT

Its much simpler to give people one medication that manages a couple of risk factors at the same time. (Photo: AP)

This 4-in-1 pill can prevent heart problems

Cheap combo pill cuts heart, stroke risks, study finds.

24 Aug 2019 5:50 AM GMT

Earlier studies had shown significant abnormalities in the white matter in the brains of people who had experienced child abuse (Photo: AFP)

Close relationships in midlife tied to lower mortality for child abuse...

Supportive relationships in adulthood may effectively combat or reverse the negative health consequences of childhood...

6 March 2018 3:41 AM GMT

It is already known that being overweight or obese increases a persons risk of CVD, as well as other diseases such as cancer. (Photo: Pixabay)

'Obesity paradox' is a myth: study

It is already known that being overweight or obese increases a person's risk of CVD, as well as other diseases such as...

18 March 2018 8:03 AM GMT

Both men and women who felt lonely were three times more likely to report symptoms of anxiety and depression (Photo: Pixabay)

Here's why loneliness is bad for your heart

We live in a time when loneliness is more present and health providers should take this into account when assessing...

11 Jun 2018 12:38 PM GMT

A good nights sleep can work wonders for overall well being (Photo: AFP)

Sleeping for more than 8 hours each night increases likelihood of...

Scientific study reveals a 47 per cent higher risk of heart disease and strokes for those who sleep more.

8 Aug 2018 5:49 AM GMT

Hydroxychloroquine has long been known to have potentially serious side effects, including altering the heartbeat in a way that could lead to sudden death (Photo | AP)

Hydroxychloroquine study for coronavirus partly stopped as patients...

One-fourth of those assigned to get 600 milligrams twice a day for 10 days developed heart rhythm problems, and trends...

14 April 2020 8:43 AM GMT

The machine scientists at Bhaba Atomic Research Centre have developed a small electro cardiogram (ECG). (Photo: Pixabay)

Indian scientists create credit card-sized ECG device

The 12 channel device was developed by the scientists at Bhaba Atomic Research Centre

16 March 2017 6:14 AM GMT

Serious heart problems were reported in 2.5 per cent of patients who received the Amgen drug.

Bone drug in trial increases risks to heart

The drug, Evenity, is awaiting approval by the Food and Drug Administration.

22 May 2017 9:04 PM GMT