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Study reveals link between heart disease and soil contamination

Washington [US], July 23 (ANI): A review paper discovered that pesticides and heavy metals in soil may have harmful effects on the cardiovascular system.

2022-07-23T15:01:41.567320+00:00 IST

Study finds healthy lifestyle can balance high genetic risk

Washington [US], July 23 (ANI): According to a recent study, persons who are genetically prone to stroke can cut their risk by up to 43 per cent by leading a healthy cardiovascular lifestyle.

2022-07-23T12:43:28.989331+00:00 IST

Only half of parents recognize screen time impact on child's eyes

Washington [US], July 23 (ANI): Only half of the parents recognize that screen time has a major impact on their child's eye health, suggests the C.S. Mott Children's Hospital National Poll on Children's Health at the University of Michigan Health.

2022-07-23T09:49:47.195264+00:00 IST

Online parenting courses protect kids from divorce impact

Arizona [US], July 23 (ANI): According to a recent study from the Arizona State University Department of Psychology, online parenting skills programs for separating or divorcing parents, reduces interparental conflict, enhances parenting quality, and lessens the symptoms of anxiety and sadness in children.

2022-07-23T09:14:02.150409+00:00 IST

Researchers use AI technology to detect mental illness

Georgia [US], July 23 (ANI): In order to prevent and cure debilitating ailments including Alzheimer's disease, schizophrenia, and autism, a new study at Georgia State University's TReNDS Center may result in early detection.

2022-07-22T23:02:42.630926+00:00 IST

Researchers in US developing fast, efficient COVID-19 biosensor

Indiana [US], July 23 (ANI): Health professionals are increasingly ready for a future in which COVID-19 variations develop, surge, and fade similarly to seasonal flu as the BA.5 omicron variant spreads. The ability to immediately monitor the virus at a "population scale," a task that will need precise and extremely quick testing, will be crucial for keeping up with these changes.

2022-07-22T23:01:47.436181+00:00 IST

Study recognises risks for long COVID in children

Calgary [Canada], July 23 (ANI): A study conducted in eight countries and published in JAMA Network Open found that nearly 6% of kids who had COVID-19 when they went to the Emergency Department (ED) later on exhibited symptoms of extended COVID. Long COVID was linked to a first-time hospitalisation lasting 48 hours or more, four or more symptoms present at the first ED visit, and age 14 or older.

2022-07-22T20:49:21.102384+00:00 IST

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Study: Embryonic exposure to pollutants on risk of diabetes

Boston [US], July 23 (ANI): The School of Public Health and Health Sciences' Alicia Timme-Laragy, an associate professor, studies the effects of early life exposures to two common per- and polyfluoroalkylated substances (PFAS) chemicals, which are present in waterproof and nonstick household products as well as the PFAS-containing aqueous film-forming foam (AFFF), on the developing pancreas. These so-called "forever chemicals" have contaminated drinking water all around the world and take decades to degrade in the environment.

2022-07-22T20:47:26.036175+00:00 IST

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Women encouraged to eat potassium-rich meals for good heart heath

Brussels [Belgium], July 22 (ANI): According to a study, women who eat bananas, avocados, and salmon may be able to lessen the detrimental effects of salt in their diet (ESC).

2022-07-22T13:21:00.181436+00:00 IST

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New clinical symptoms in confirmed monkeypox cases identified

London [UK], July 22 (ANI): In the largest case study series to date, an international collaboration of clinicians have identified new clinical symptoms in people infected with monkeypox. Their findings will aid in the future diagnosis, slow the spread of infection, and assist the international community in allocating the limited global supply of monkeypox vaccines and treatments to the most vulnerable communities.

2022-07-22T00:30:37.150147+00:00 IST

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Researchers find spray coating to protect surfaces against virus

Sydney [Australia], July 22 (ANI): A team of Australian researchers has developed a first-of-its-kind sprayable coating that can prevent the surface spread of infection from bacteria and viruses, including COVID-19, for an extended period of time.

2022-07-22T00:25:43.686890+00:00 IST

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Study: Protective T cells remain 20 months after COVID-19

Gothenburg [Sweden], July 22 (ANI): Shortly after infection, patients infected with SARS-CoV-2 develop protective immune responses mediated by virus-specific T cells and antibodies. However, there is concern that immunity does not last, which could result in severe COVID-19 infection upon re-infection.

2022-07-22T00:07:00.676767+00:00 IST

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How various cancer cells react to drug-delivery nanoparticles

Boston [US], July 22 (ANI): Using nanoparticles to deliver cancer drugs allows for high drug concentrations to be delivered to tumours while avoiding the harmful side effects associated with chemotherapy. However, only a few nanoparticle-based cancer drugs have received FDA approval.

2022-07-22T00:05:58.244604+00:00 IST

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Healthy sleep habits assist toddlers in adjusting at school

Pennsylvania [US], July 22 (ANI): Kindergarten is a significant milestone for children and families who usually prepare by gathering school supplies and meeting the teacher. According to new research, developing a bedtime routine in which children consistently get at least 10 hours of sleep at night is an important way to prepare for the transition to first-time schooling, which will help them adjust during the transition.

2022-07-22T00:01:20.255318+00:00 IST

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Study: Shift workers can't all adjust to a night shift

Washington [U.S], July 21 (ANI): Scientists have challenged the widespread belief that shift workers adjust to the night shift, using data drawn from wearable tech.

2022-07-21T18:28:37.729452+00:00 IST

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Peptide 'fingerprint' enables diagnosis of Alzheimer's disease

Washington [U.S], July 21 (ANI): Neurodegenerative diseases like Alzheimer's disease or Parkinson's disease are caused by folding errors (misfolding) in proteins or peptides, i.e. by changes in their spatial structure. This is the result of minute deviations in the chemical composition of the biomolecules.

2022-07-21T17:24:49.224018+00:00 IST

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Male, female gut microbiomes respond to antibiotics differently

Washington [U.S], July 21 (ANI): In a new study, researchers found that antibiotics have sex-specific effects on the gut microbiome makeup of male and female laboratory rats. The findings could have implications for using the drugs in humans to treat or prevent bacterial infection.

2022-07-21T16:47:28.933330+00:00 IST

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Cancer: Study on improving critical illness communication

Lebanon [US], July 21 (ANI): By focusing on critical illness dialogues between patients with advanced cancer and their doctors, a quality improvement effort at the Dartmouth Cancer Center has increased these crucial communications by 70 per cent.

2022-07-21T14:30:42.451117+00:00 IST

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Study confirms link between Alzheimer's and gut health

Joondalup [Australia], July 21 (ANI): The chances of developing Alzheimer's disease may be higher in people with gut disorders, according to a new study conducted by Edith Cowan University.

2022-07-21T09:20:09.298254+00:00 IST

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Benefits of mental activity on thinking differ in men and women?

Minneapolis [US], July 21 (ANI): Studies have demonstrated that engaging in both physical and mental activities can prevent dementia and maintain cognitive function. According to a recent study, these advantages can differ for men and women. The research has been published online in the medical journal of the American Academy of Neurology.

2022-07-20T22:24:37.394967+00:00 IST

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Use of anti-inflammatory drug in treating patients with Covid-19

Houston [US], July 21 (ANI): According to a new study from UTHealth Houston and other institutions, an anti-inflammatory drug may have the ability to treat systemic inflammation and brain damage in patients with severe COVID-19 and greatly lower their risk of dying.

2022-07-20T21:52:19.762928+00:00 IST