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Safe, highly efficacious measles virus-based vaccine expressing SARS-CoV-2 stabilized prefusion spike

Washington [US], March 10 (ANI): Researchers have found that an attenuated measles virus expressing the SARS-CoV-2 spike protein stabilized in its prefusion form induced higher levels of SARS-CoV-2-specific neutralizing antibodies in cotton rats than a virus expressing native full-length spike protein.

2021-03-10T02:39:15.900118+00:00 IST

Women reported decreased happiness during COVID-19 pandemic: Study

Washington [US], March 9 (ANI): A recent study found that during the COVID-19 pandemic women, especially mothers, spent more time on tasks such as childcare and household chores than men. In turn, time spent completing household chores was linked to lower well-being and decreased happiness during the pandemic.

2021-03-09T02:57:22.184088+00:00 IST

Higher airborne pollen concentrations correlated with increased SARS-CoV-2 infection rates

Washington [US], March 9 (ANI): Researchers have reported an association between SARS-CoV-2 infection and airborne pollen concentrations. The global spread of COVID-19 coincided with a large seasonal peak in pollen emissions in the northern hemisphere.

2021-03-09T02:21:59.873299+00:00 IST

People who have undergone sinus surgery should avoid COVID-19 nasal swab test: Study

Washington [US], March 8 (ANI): People who have had major sinus surgery should consult their ENT (ear, nose, throat) doctor before undergoing the COVID-19 swab testing, a new research suggested.

2021-03-08T05:44:09.549687+00:00 IST

Wearing a face mask during exercise safe for healthy people: Study

Washington [US], March 8 (ANI): According to a new study, wearing a face mask during intense exercise is safe for healthy people and could reduce the risk of COVID-19 spreading at indoor gyms.

2021-03-08T05:09:37.816587+00:00 IST

Customized diets may optimize mental health, claims study

New York [US], March 7 (ANI): A study led by researchers at Binghamton University, State University of New York claimed that while a balanced diet is advisable to provide the body all the essential nutrients, customized diets and lifestyle changes could be key to optimising mental health.

2021-03-07T16:45:08.960243+00:00 IST

Study shows that mortality is associated with vision impairment

Washington [US], March 7 (ANI): Researchers recently during a meta-analysis found that blindness and impairment of vision are closely associated with increased mortality risk. This has prompted a need to address global eye health disparities.

2021-03-07T03:21:28.023561+00:00 IST

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Study: Following a vegan diet may lead to poorer bone health

Washington [US], March 6 (ANI): A clinical study led by scientists of the German Federal Institute for Risk Assessment (BfR) claimed that following a full vegan diet may lower ultrasound value, leading to poor bone health.

2021-03-06T17:25:56.000592+00:00 IST

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Eating daily servings of fruits and vegetables helpful for longer life

Dallas [US], March 6 (ANI): Researchers during a recent study found that eating about five daily servings, two of which were fruits and three vegetables, is likely the optimal amount needed in order to sustain longer life.

2021-03-06T14:31:38.227730+00:00 IST

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Green tea proven to be beneficial for children with Down syndrome

Washington [US], March 6 (ANI): The findings of a recent study suggests that Green tea, which is already known for its antioxidant properties, that aid in immunity boosting and weight loss, has also proven beneficial for the facial development of children with Down syndrome.

2021-03-06T14:05:09.598387+00:00 IST

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Unstable work-life linked to future mental health problems in youth

Washington [US], March 6 (ANI): A new study has found that a precarious, unstable initiation by young people to working life is associated with poorer future mental health.

2021-03-06T11:42:09.723641+00:00 IST

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COVID-19 lockdown linked to uptick in tobacco use: Study

Washington [US], March 6 (ANI): A new study has found that pandemic-related anxiety, boredom, and irregular routines were cited as major drivers of increased nicotine and tobacco use during the initial COVID-19 lockdown.

2021-03-06T05:03:42.020474+00:00 IST

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Study finds new way to halt excessive inflammation in body

Dublin [Ireland], March 5 (ANI): Researchers at the Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland (RCSI) have discovered a new way to 'put the brakes' on excessive inflammation by regulating a type of white blood cell that is critical for our immune system.

2021-03-05T16:46:53.238561+00:00 IST

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Study suggests digital apps can help chronic pain sufferers

Washington [US], March 5 (ANI): Health apps have become a popular tool to track fitness, weight loss, sleep, and even menstrual cycles, and now another benefit of using digital applications has come to light.

2021-03-05T04:12:01.850836+00:00 IST

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Regular exercise could be an effective strategy to prevent type 2 diabetes: Study

Washington [US], March 5 (ANI): Exercising regularly has many health benefits, but did you know regular physical activity could prove to be an effective strategy to prevent Type 2 diabetes for people residing in relatively polluted regions?

2021-03-05T03:56:07.686048+00:00 IST

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Study reveals what happens to fat tissues during intermittent fasting

Canberra [Australia], March 4 (ANI): In a mouse study, researchers at the University of Sydney have mapped out what happens behind the scenes in fat tissue during intermittent fasting, showing that it triggers a cascade of dramatic changes, depending on the type of fat deposits and where they are located around the body.

2021-03-04T15:16:14.694774+00:00 IST

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Study finds walking pace among cancer survivors may be important for survival

Washington [US], March 4 (ANI): A new study led by Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis and the National Cancer Institute (NCI) has identified an association between slow walking pace and an increased risk of death among cancer survivors.

2021-03-04T14:54:58.416900+00:00 IST

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Study links birth weight to type 2 diabetes risk in adulthood

Washington [US], March 4 (ANI): A new study suggested that birth weight of 2.5 kg or more is strongly linked to the risk of developing type 2 diabetes in adulthood.

2021-03-04T04:14:10.799530+00:00 IST

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Study reveals frustration could be an additional factor of addiction

Washington [US], March 4 (ANI): A new study focused has found that frustration could be an additional factor in substance use disorders.

2021-03-04T03:33:47.138245+00:00 IST

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Study suggests layperson can reduce pregnant women's depression as well as mental health professional

Washington [US], March 3 (ANI): As perinatal depression has soared during the pandemic, a piece of good news comes from a new Northwestern Medicine study. The study finds that paraprofessionals generated similar reductions in depressive symptoms as mental health professionals when delivering a group-based cognitive-behavioural therapy intervention.

2021-03-03T02:24:01.505638+00:00 IST

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Aggressive intervention recommended to prevent pediatric diabetes, finds study

Washington [US], March 3 (ANI): Type 2 diabetes, once considered an adult disease, is increasingly causing health complications among American youth. A research review suggests physicians should work to more aggressively prevent pediatric diabetes.

2021-03-03T02:19:09.199764+00:00 IST