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Study finds malaria control in young children saves lives into adulthood

Tanzania [East Africa], February 3 (ANI): Malaria is a serious and sometimes fatal disease caused by a parasite that commonly infects a certain type of mosquito which feeds on humans. Now, for the first time, a 22-year study in Tanzania has said that bed nets saved lives in the long run, which indicated that children who slept under them at an early age were more likely to survive into adulthood.

2022-02-03T12:50:31.059445+00:00 IST

Researchers identify abnormal heart-brain connection in generalized anxiety disorder

Tulsa (Oklahoma) [US], February 3 (ANI): A recent study by researchers at the Laureate Institute for Brain Research (LIBR) has identified an abnormal link between the autonomic and central nervous systems, more specifically, via the communication between the heart and part of the brain's frontal cortex, in women with a generalized anxiety disorder (GAD).

2022-02-03T12:30:54.642395+00:00 IST

Study finds social isolation, loneliness increases heart disease risk in older women

California [US], February 3 (ANI): A new study has found that there is an almost 27 per cent increase in heart disease risk in postmenopausal women who experience both high levels of social isolation and loneliness.

2022-02-03T10:36:49.826694+00:00 IST

Chronic conditions in middle age linked to increased dementia risk: Study

London [UK], February 3 (ANI): It has been rightly said that as one reaches middle age, they have the infamous 'mid-life-crisis'. Now, a new study has revealed that having two or more chronic conditions (known as multimorbidity) in middle age is associated with an increased risk of dementia later in life.

2022-02-03T09:53:13.588324+00:00 IST

Study reveals bariatric surgery reverses low testosterone levels in obese male teenagers

Chicago [US], February 3 (ANI): A new study has found that bariatric surgery not only treats obesity and reverses Type 2 diabetes but also reverses low testosterone levels in obese male teens.

2022-02-03T09:19:05.606414+00:00 IST

Study finds more spice may help adults avoid salt

Washington [US], February 3 (ANI): A new study has found that by adding a little spicy seasoning to a low sodium meal, adults over the age of 60 will have a harder time noticing the lack of salt.

2022-02-03T06:43:08.347828+00:00 IST

Automated, interactive video content could improve hand-washing practices for better hygiene: Study

Arlington (Virginia) [US], February 3 (ANI): From smartwatches that track everything from the number of steps walked in a day and our blood oxygen levels, to mobile applications and countless videos helping our day-to-day activities, we have come a long way when it comes to innovation. Now a new study sheds light on a technology that can help in improving hand-hygiene practices.

2022-02-03T06:41:13.046716+00:00 IST

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Study reveals that hepatitis E virus defies alcohol-based hand disinfectants

Hanover [Germany], February 2 (ANI): Hepatitis E is an inflammation of the liver caused by infection with the hepatitis E virus (HEV). HEV is the most common cause of acute virus-mediated hepatitis worldwide. Even though the infection can be prevented through appropriate hygiene measures, a recent study revealed that common hand disinfectants did not inactivate the virus.

2022-02-02T12:27:19.087294+00:00 IST

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Study finds obesity linked to increase in female reproductive disorders

Washington [US], February 2 (ANI): A new study has found an etiological link between obesity and a range of female reproductive disorders, but the extent of this link differs among conditions.

2022-02-02T11:36:58.607625+00:00 IST

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Moderate exercise program could improve cancer treatment outcomes, says study

London [England], February 2 (ANI): A recent study by Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust has said that a moderate exercise programme could improve the success of chemotherapy treatment in oesophageal cancer patients.

2022-02-02T11:20:51.284383+00:00 IST

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Study finds COVID-19 vaccine hesitancy linked to childhood trauma

Washington [US], February 2 (ANI): A new research has found that reluctance or refusal to get jabbed against COVID-19 infection (vaccine hesitancy), may be linked to traumatic events in childhood, such as neglect, domestic violence or substance misuse in the family home.

2022-02-02T07:49:36.074666+00:00 IST

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COVID-19 less severe in fully vaccinated people: Study

Busan [South Korea], February 2 (ANI): The COVID-19 pandemic, which began in 2019, continues to mutate as it spreads further and infects more people. Vaccination, earlier looked upon with scepticism, has now become the only saviour from the never-ending cycle of the COVID-19 virus. A recent study has said that COVID-19 is less severe in fully vaccinated patients.

2022-02-02T07:42:42.344991+00:00 IST

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Study reveals bilateral oophorectomy may increase a woman's risk for dementia

Washington [US], February 2 (ANI): A new research has found that removing the ovaries in a woman may cause an increased risk of dementia with bilateral oophorectomy.

2022-02-02T06:29:23.932690+00:00 IST

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Researchers deliver promising new approach to possible diabetes prevention and cure

La Jolla (California) [US], February 2 (ANI): Diabetes, especially type 2 diabetes has been known to have no cure. It can be controlled, but once diagnosed with it, a person needs to be careful all his life. But now, a new study has shown some promising results in actually curing it.

2022-02-02T05:54:14.528159+00:00 IST

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Daily physical activity boosts brain function in middle-aged, older adults: Study

California [US], February 1 (ANI): As one gets older, it becomes even more important to remain physically active, not just to remain fit, but also to improve one's cognitive performance. A new study by researchers at University of California San Diego School of Medicine has shed light on this.

2022-02-01T12:33:22.845860+00:00 IST

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Scientists discover crucial link between high blood pressure and diabetes

Bristol [England], February 1 (ANI): One of the long-standing medical mysteries is the diagnosis of diabetes (high blood sugar) in majority of patients suffering from high blood pressure (hypertension). The reason for this had been unknown. But now, an international team of universities have made a breakthrough in it.

2022-02-01T10:47:31.891587+00:00 IST

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Researchers discover key growth factor protein, effective in protection against IBD

New York [US], February 1 (ANI): Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) is an umbrella term used to describe disorders that involve chronic inflammation of one's digestive tract. A recent discovery by Weill Cornell Medicine researchers has said that a growth factor protein produced by rare immune cells in the intestine can protect against the effects of IBD.

2022-02-01T09:15:56.777362+00:00 IST

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Pregnant women faced more depression and anxiety during COVID-19 pandemic: Study

Colchester [England], February 1 (ANI): Constantly being locked in for weeks, without seeing one's friends and family, with the fear of catching a deadly virus, naturally has a negative impact on anyone's mind, and especially, pregnant women. A new study by the University of Essex has revealed that the COVID-19 pandemic caused a spike in depression and anxiety in expectant mums.

2022-02-01T07:03:32.694527+00:00 IST

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Study reveals COVID-19 exposure possible outside home isolation

New Jersey [US], January 31 (ANI): A new study has detected tiny airborne particles containing RNA from the SARS-CoV-2 that causes COVID-19, both inside and outside of the rooms in which infected people were self-isolating at home.

2022-01-31T11:31:59.589819+00:00 IST

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Study finds a slow strategy may help people with alcohol use disorder

Washington [US], January 31 (ANI): A team of researchers has found that modifying the time perspective of people with alcohol use disorder (AUD) may improve their recoveries.

2022-01-31T10:29:59.556694+00:00 IST

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Researchers develop new stratification tool for liver cancer risk after hepatitis C

Washington [US], January 31 (ANI): While Hepatitis C can be now cured with the help of modern drugs, some patients go on to develop liver cancer after that. A research team has now developed a new tool that can determine patients' cancer risk in a single examination.

2022-01-31T09:13:19.626682+00:00 IST