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Nutritional diet in early pregnancy reduces risk of gestational diabetes, finds study

Turku [Finland], January 1 (ANI): Researchers have found that dietary habits have an impact on both obesity and the onset of gestational diabetes in pregnant women.

2022-01-01T13:15:28.777478+00:00 IST

Study finds PTSD symptoms vary over course of menstrual cycle

Washington [US], January 1 (ANI): A recent study has found that women who have experienced trauma, post-traumatic stress disorder symptoms may vary over the course of the menstrual cycle.

2022-01-01T11:41:31.181844+00:00 IST

Gum disease heightens risk of mental illness, heart conditions: Study

Birmingham [UK], January 1 (ANI): A research conducted by the University of Birmingham showed an increased risk of patients developing illnesses including mental ill-health and heart conditions.

2022-01-01T10:21:23.063327+00:00 IST

Pesticide associated with chronic kidney disease: Study

Brisbane [Australia], January 1 (ANI): A new study by the University of Queensland has found that a commonly available pesticide is linked to an increased risk of chronic kidney disease (CKD).

2022-01-01T10:19:21.095769+00:00 IST

Researchers find good night's sleep may mitigate infant obesity

Washington [US], January 1 (ANI): Newborns that sleep longer and wake up less throughout the night are less likely to be overweight in infancy, according to a recent study led by an international team of researchers.

2022-01-01T09:19:09.351859+00:00 IST

Anxiety drugs, antidepressants trigger post-surgery delirium: Study

Adelaide [Australia], December 31 (ANI): A new research has found that older people taking a drug used to treat anxiety and insomnia as well as those on antidepressants are twice as likely to suffer postoperative delirium after hip and knee surgery.

2021-12-31T18:28:31.991454+00:00 IST

Treating insomnia with cognitive behavioural therapy may prevent major depression in elders: Study

California [US], December 31 (ANI): A new study by UCLA Health has found that cognitive-behavioural therapy (CBT-I) prevented major depression in older adults when compared to sleep education therapy in adults over the age of 60 with insomnia.

2021-12-31T11:11:50.261127+00:00 IST

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Study finds exercise effectively treats anxiety

Gothenburg [Sweden], December 31 (ANI): A recent study has found that both moderate and strenuous exercise alleviate symptoms of anxiety, even when the disorder is chronic.

2021-12-31T09:54:27.526342+00:00 IST

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Study finds computer, smartphone-based treatments reduce symptoms of depression

Washington [US], December 31 (ANI): A new study has found that computer and smartphone-based treatments appear to be effective in reducing symptoms of depression. However, it is unclear whether they are as effective as face-to-face psychotherapy.

2021-12-31T06:51:25.508789+00:00 IST

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Rates of type 2 diabetes higher in people with common psychiatric disorders: Study

Washington [US], December 30 (ANI): A new study has found that the prevalence of type 2 diabetes (T2D) is elevated in people with a psychiatric disorder compared with the general population.

2021-12-30T14:18:07.931843+00:00 IST

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Moderate amounts of caffeine not associated with maternal defects: Study

Washington [US], December 30 (ANI): A new study by the Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania and the National Institutes of Health has found that consuming a low amount of caffeine during pregnancy could help to reduce gestational diabetes risk.

2021-12-30T12:22:02.474247+00:00 IST

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Study finds overactive bladder, urinary incontinence worsen with age

Washington [US], December 30 (ANI): A new study has found that postmenopausal women aged 45 to 54 years are more likely to have overactive bladder (OAB) syndrome and obesity, and multiple births put a woman at greater risk for stress urinary incontinence (SUI).

2021-12-30T10:11:54.113568+00:00 IST

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Nutritional diet in early pregnancy reduces risk of gestational diabetes: Study

Turku [Finland], December 30 (ANI): According to a study conducted at the University of Turku and Turku University Hospital, dietary habits have an impact on both obesity and the onset of gestational diabetes in pregnant women.

2021-12-30T08:10:48.940214+00:00 IST

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Substantial weight loss may decrease risk of severe COVID-19 complications: Study

Cleveland [US], December 30 (ANI): A new study found that among patients with obesity, prior weight loss achieved with bariatric surgery was associated with a 60 per cent lower risk of developing severe complications from COVID-19 infection.

2021-12-30T06:08:58.962877+00:00 IST

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Baby teeth may later help identify kids at risk for mental disorders: Study

Bristol [UK], December 29 (ANI): According to a study by the University of Bristol, baby teeth could one day lead to the development of a much-needed tool for identifying children who are at risk for psychological problems.

2021-12-29T11:46:02.567621+00:00 IST

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Study examines cluster headaches

Texas [US], December 29 (ANI): According to a study by The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston, debilitating cluster headaches begin in childhood but are typically diagnosed in adulthood.

2021-12-29T10:07:10.791908+00:00 IST

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Limited global availability of nutrition-related care for patients with kidney disease: Study

Washington [US], December 29 (ANI): A new research has found that dietary and nutritional changes are needed when patients develop kidney disease; however, there are significant gaps in care related to the importance of nutrition for maintaining kidney health.

2021-12-29T07:16:28.197508+00:00 IST

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Scientists identify antibodies that might neutralize Omicron

Washington [US], December 28 (ANI): During a recent study, an international team of scientists identified antibodies that neutralize omicron and other SARS-CoV-2 variants.

2021-12-28T16:52:33.748488+00:00 IST

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Immune system can detect disease during pregnancy: Study

Oslo [Norway], December 28 (ANI): Pregnancy is a challenge for the mother's immune system from the outset. Half of the genes in the foetus are foreign to her body.

2021-12-28T13:49:17.732217+00:00 IST

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Increased mortality risk among alcohol abstainers might depend on other factors: Study

Washington [US], December 28 (ANI): A new study has found that increased mortality risk among current alcohol abstainers might largely be explained by other factors, including previous alcohol or drug problems, daily smoking, and overall poor health.

2021-12-28T04:35:58.427718+00:00 IST

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Drivers touch their face nearly 30 times an hour: Study

Washington [US], December 27 (ANI): According to new research by the University of Nottingham, drivers touch their face 26 times an hour on average, potentially spreading germs and infection, if handwashing is inadequate.

2021-12-27T11:04:10.317160+00:00 IST