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Researchers discover biomarkers linked to autism risk

Washington [US], January 22 (ANI): A recent clinical study led by a team of international researchers has identified molecular signatures of gestational inflammation linked to the risk of developing autism spectrum disorder (ASD).

2022-01-22T17:47:13.201250+00:00 IST

Study looks at impact of obesity on heart of young obese children

London [UK], January 22 (ANI): According to research published in the 'European Heart Journal - Cardiovascular Imaging', obesity could have a severe impact on the heart's anatomy for young obese children.

2022-01-22T17:34:24.511301+00:00 IST

Research: Watching TV for longer hours linked to potentially fatal blood clots

Washington [US], January 22 (ANI): During a recent study researchers found that viewing TV for four hours a day or more is liked to a 35 per cent higher risk of blood clots compared with less than 2.5 hours.

2022-01-22T17:02:26.260639+00:00 IST

COVID-19 associated with birth-related problems among unvaccinated pregnant women: Study

Edinburgh [Scotland], January 22 (ANI): Women who have COVID-19 towards the end of their pregnancy are vulnerable to birth-related complications, suggests the findings of a recent study.

2022-01-22T16:59:58.538671+00:00 IST

Inaugural public health survey of new dads to help improve outcomes for entire family

Chicago (Illinois) [US], January 22 (ANI): It is a known fact that while federal legislation requires tracking and reporting data on maternal health behaviours around childbirth, fathers tend to get overlooked in these public health efforts to improve maternal and infant outcomes.

2022-01-22T13:26:49.813168+00:00 IST

Study finds lactic acid in body that may increase knowledge about cancer medicine

Washington [US], January 22 (ANI): A new study by the University of Copenhagen reveals that specific enzymes can remove lactic acid marks from proteins and this will increase our understanding of the effect of cancer medicine, among others.

2022-01-22T10:34:54.473232+00:00 IST

Study finds Mediterranean diet linked to lower risk of mortality in older adults

Barcelona [Spain], January 22 (ANI): A new study has paid adherence to the Mediterranean diet through an index made with biomarkers finding that it is associated with lower mortality in adults over 65.

2022-01-22T08:30:25.386133+00:00 IST

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COVID virus linked with headaches, altered mental status in hospitalised kids: Study

Pittsburgh (Pennsylvania) [US], January 22 (ANI): A new study has revealed that 44 per cent of hospitalised children who tested or were presumed positive for SARS-CoV-2, developed neurological symptoms, and were more likely to require intensive care than their peers who didn't experience such symptoms.

2022-01-22T07:58:15.049982+00:00 IST

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Study reveals people suffering from depression susceptive to vaccine-related misinformation

New Jersey [US], January 22 (ANI): During a time, when depression rates are increasing day by day due to COVID-19, a new study has revealed that people who feel depressed are more likely to believe vaccine-related misinformation.

2022-01-22T07:17:46.021769+00:00 IST

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Study finds physician mental health care visits increased during first year of pandemic

Ontario [Canada], January 22 (ANI): A new study found that the annual rates of outpatient visits for mental health and substance use among physicians increased by 27 per cent during the first year of the COVID-19 pandemic.

2022-01-22T07:17:16.015444+00:00 IST

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Study evaluates how walking pace impacts heart

Washington [US], January 21 (ANI): A new study has found that postmenopausal women who reported a faster walking pace had a lower risk of developing heart failure.

2022-01-21T16:28:15.508918+00:00 IST

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Study examines how COVID-19 can impact pregnant women, their babies

Washington [US], January 21 (ANI): A new study has found that pregnant women should get vaccinated to minimize the detrimental health effects COVID-19 has on the placenta, the foetus, and the newborn.

2022-01-21T11:43:34.087359+00:00 IST

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Study explores how to prevent cognitive decline in people with dementia

Montreal (Canada), January 21 (ANI): Dementia has been defined as the chronic or persistent disorder of the mental processes caused by brain disease or injury. It has been marked by memory disorders, personality changes, and impaired reasoning. Worldwide, around 55 million people have dementia, with over 60% living in low- and middle-income countries. Some good ways to prevent Alzheimer's disease and dementia are physical activity, nutrition and cognitively stimulating activities.

2022-01-21T10:08:07.465470+00:00 IST

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Study examines mask-wearing experiences of adult asthma patients

Chicago [US], January 21 (ANI): A new study found an association between poorer asthma control and higher MES (more symptoms while wearing a mask) in adult asthma patients.

2022-01-21T09:45:49.423274+00:00 IST

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Study finds COVID-19 vaccines don't lead to infertility

Boston [US], January 21 (ANI): A new study found that COVID-19 vaccination in either partner does not appear to affect fertility.

2022-01-21T07:53:57.401516+00:00 IST

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Study finds walking may decrease risk of Type 2 diabetes among older adults

California [US], January 21 (ANI): According to new research, walking regularly may help prevent Type 2 diabetes among 70 and 80-year-olds.

2022-01-21T06:57:21.690865+00:00 IST

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Haunted-house experience reveals interesting insights on the body's reaction to threats

California (US), January 21 (ANI) : Scientists have struggled to study the effects of genuine threats on people's mental and physical state because of ethical and practical constraints of human lab experiments.

2022-01-21T05:44:31.796072+00:00 IST

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Study finds metal pins no better than plaster cast for broken wrists

Washington [US], January 20 (ANI): A new study has found that using metal K-wires, commonly known as "pins", to hold broken wrist bones in place while they heal is no better than a traditional moulded plaster cast.

2022-01-20T10:38:56.425636+00:00 IST

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Study finds intervention increases primary care screening for older adults

Washington [US], January 20 (ANI): A team of researchers has developed a successful intervention combining education and workflow that increased primary care screenings for geriatric conditions like falls and dementia.

2022-01-20T08:58:05.570216+00:00 IST

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Study finds shorter treatment better for young kids with outpatient pneumonia

Washington [US], January 20 (ANI): A new study has found that five days of antibiotics is superior to ten days for children with community-acquired pneumonia who are not hospitalised.

2022-01-20T06:43:22.624779+00:00 IST

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Study finds losing weight before fertility treatment might not increase births for obese women

Washington [US], January 19 (ANI): A new study has found that women with obesity and unexplained infertility who lost weight prior to starting infertility treatments did not have a greater chance of having a healthy baby than those who did not lose weight prior to starting therapy.

2022-01-19T13:26:20.091579+00:00 IST