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Study finds witnessing abuse of sibling can lead to mental health issues

New Hampshire [US], September 17 (ANI): A new study from the University of New Hampshire showed that children who witness the abuse of a brother or sister by a parent can be just as traumatised as those witnessing violence by a parent against another parent.

2021-09-17T04:29:52.318602+00:00 IST

Older age, chronic co-morbidities linked to more severe COVID-19 infection in children: Study

Tennessee [US] September 17 (ANI): While risk factors for hospitalisation and poor outcomes are well documented in adults, less is known about the clinical factors associated with COVID-19 disease severity in children.

2021-09-17T04:03:45.311812+00:00 IST

New insights into fundamental workings of immune system in response to skin cancer therapy

London [UK], September 16 (ANI): New research led by the University of Birmingham suggests that skin cancer patients could have a better prognosis if their T cells send messages from five specific genes in their immune response to drugs given to treat the disease.

2021-09-16T17:10:03.238963+00:00 IST

Elevated stress hormones linked to higher blood pressure risk

Washington [US], September 16 (ANI): In a study of more than 400 adults with normal blood pressure, those who had high levels of stress hormones detected in their urine were more likely to develop high blood pressure over the next 6-7 years.

2021-09-16T08:02:17.529954+00:00 IST

Study reveals menstrual changes after COVID-19 vaccination plausible

London [UK], September 16 (ANI): Some women say their periods change after getting a COVID-19 vaccination. In a new study, Dr Victoria Male, a reproductive specialist at Imperial College London, has said that a link between menstrual changes after COVID-19 vaccination is plausible and should be investigated.

2021-09-16T08:01:51.607701+00:00 IST

Study suggests better mental health support needed for pregnant individuals during COVID-19 pandemic

Toronto [Canada], September 15 (ANI): A team of researchers suggested that more mental health supports are needed for pregnant individuals after a survey found nearly three-quarters of individuals who had been pregnant during the pandemic reported moderate to high levels of distress, and one in five experienced depressive symptoms.

2021-09-15T05:12:09.607677+00:00 IST

COVID-19 antibodies persist, reduce reinfection risk for up to six months: Study

Michigan [US], September 15 (ANI): A new study has found that most patients with mild COVID-19 infections produce antibodies that persist and protect them from reinfection for up to six months.

2021-09-15T04:50:55.708182+00:00 IST

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Research finds breastfeeding is being overtly discouraged by infant formula websites

Washington [US], September 14 (ANI): Despite public health efforts to support breastfeeding and informed choice, during a news study, an analysis of websites for baby formula manufacturers found that their messages and images discourage breastfeeding while touting the benefits of the formula.

2021-09-14T11:07:45.223612+00:00 IST

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Study finds mothers' diabetes may lead to birth defects

Washington [US], September 14 (ANI): A study has found that maternal diabetes, even when controlled with insulin and blood sugar levels are kept mostly in check, can cause permanent damage to the fetus.

2021-09-14T08:00:30.063477+00:00 IST

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Study finds eye conditions linked to heightened risk of dementia

London [UK], September 14 (ANI): A new research has suggested age-related macular degeneration, cataract and diabetes-related eye disease are linked to an increased risk of dementia.

2021-09-14T07:59:04.838411+00:00 IST

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Researchers observe standing may help with insulin sensitivity

Turku [Finland], September 13 (ANI): In a Finnish collaborative study of Turku PET Centre and UKK institute, the researchers noticed that standing is associated with better insulin sensitivity. Increasing the daily standing time may therefore help prevent chronic diseases.

2021-09-13T15:26:55.027857+00:00 IST

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Only small percentage of people with alcohol use disorder are prescribed medicines

Solna [Sweden], September 13 (ANI): According to the findings of a recent study at Sweden's Karolinska Institutet, only a minority of Swedes with alcohol use disorders are prescribed alcohol medication, a situation that has remained largely unchanged in the country since the mid-2000.

2021-09-13T08:20:42.146817+00:00 IST

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Type 2 diabetes can be controlled through diet: Study

Kelowna [Canada], September 13 (ANI): During a recent study, a research team found that people with Type 2 diabetes can effectively control it through diet and pharmacists are well-positioned to supervise the transition.

2021-09-13T06:37:07.123568+00:00 IST

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Mental health distress increased during COVID-19 pandemic: Study

Washington [US], September 12 (ANI): A recent study reported individuals with pre-existing health conditions, such as cancer, were more likely to report depressive symptoms during the pandemic.

2021-09-12T09:49:36.854287+00:00 IST

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Older people with abdominal fat, weak muscles at risk of developing mobility issues: Study

Brasilia [Brazil], September 11 (ANI): A recent study led by a team of international researchers revealed that the dangerous combination of weak muscles and abdominal fat can lead to a significant loss of gait speed in older people.

2021-09-12T09:05:54.837784+00:00 IST

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Study finds why people with diabetes develop severe COVID-19

Washington [US], September 12 (ANI): A recent study by a team of international clinical researchers reveals the mechanism behind cytokine storm during coronavirus infection.

2021-09-12T04:26:07.655092+00:00 IST

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Washing, drying reusable masks does not affect their ability to filter viral particles

Washington [US], September 11 (ANI): The findings of recent research from the University of Colorado Boulder suggests that even though reusable cloth masks might seem bad for wearing but washing and drying them doesn't reduce their ability to filter out viral particles.

2021-09-11T18:00:37.427947+00:00 IST

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Young adults at highest risk of developing obesity: Study

London [UK], September 11 (ANI): A new study led by researchers at UCL, the University of Cambridge, and Berlin Institute of Health at Charite-Universitatsmedizin Berlin suggests that adults between ages 18 to 24 are at the highest risk of developing obesity in the next decade of their life compared to adults in any other age group, and obesity prevention policies should target this group.

2021-09-11T16:44:49.951078+00:00 IST

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Study finds why asthma worsens at night

Washington [US], September 11 (ANI): For hundreds of years, people have observed that asthma severity often worsens in the nighttime. One longstanding question has been to what degree the body's internal circadian clock -- as opposed to behaviours, such as sleep and physical activities -- contributes to the worsening of asthma severity.

2021-09-11T13:34:21.325014+00:00 IST

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Consuming a high-fat diet disturbs body clock: Study

London [UK], September 11 (ANI): According to a new study, when rats are fed a high-fat diet, this disturbs the body clock in their brain that normally controls satiety, leading to over-eating and obesity.

2021-09-11T13:17:33.001169+00:00 IST

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Study finds regular exercise may lower risk of developing anxiety

Stockholm [Sweden], September 11 (ANI): A new study has found that those who engage in regular exercise may lower their risk of developing anxiety by almost 60 per cent.

2021-09-11T13:02:20.762079+00:00 IST