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A change of heart -- new drug for HCM reduces heart mass

Washington [US], November 17 (ANI): For the first time, medication has impacted heart muscle thickness and function for patients with the most common inherited heart condition, rather than simply addressing their symptoms.

2020-11-17T05:15:03.887172+00:00 IST

Teeth grinding, facial pain increase due to coronavirus stress, anxiety

Washington [US], November 17 (ANI): The stress and anxiety experienced by the general population during Israel's first lockdown brought about a significant rise in orofacial and jaw pain, as well as jaw-clenching in the daytime and teeth-grinding at night, according to a new study from Tel Aviv University (TAU).

2020-11-17T05:07:08.311096+00:00 IST

Go (over) easy on the eggs: 'Egg-cess' consumption linked to diabetes

Washington [US], November 16 (ANI): New research from the University of South Australia shows that excess egg consumption can increase your risk of diabetes.

2020-11-16T06:44:49.512018+00:00 IST

Novel monoclonal antibody therapy cuts LDL cholesterol by half in high-risk patient population

Washington [US], November 16 (ANI): The investigational drug evinacumab reduced low-density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol--the so-called "bad" cholesterol--by 50 per cent in patients with severe hypercholesterolemia whose condition is resistant to standard treatments, a phase 2 study from the Icahn School of Medicine of Mount Sinai and other global academic sites has found.

2020-11-16T05:41:15.499434+00:00 IST

Vitamin E extracted from palm oil useful in boosting immune response based on studies on liver cells

Washington [US], November 15(ANI): The findings of a new study conducted on mice liver cells reveal that vitamin-e extracted from palm oil helps in boosting the immune response of the body.

2020-11-15T13:50:24.406285+00:00 IST

Study reveals e-cigarettes can be 'gateway' to cigarettes for teens with no prior intention to smoke

Washington [US], November 15 (ANI): E-cigarette use is associated with a higher risk of cigarette smoking among adolescents who had no prior intention of taking up conventional smoking, suggest the findings of a new study.

2020-11-15T13:30:23.191060+00:00 IST

New therapies to reduce lung fibrosis developed

Washington [US], November 15 (ANI): To suppress the impact of lung fibrosis, concerning COVID patients, scientists have been developing new treatment therapies, targeting the complications developed by the mutual relationship between the two.

2020-11-15T06:46:29.632845+00:00 IST

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Study focuses on identification of SARS-CoV-2 virus features causing COVID-19 using primate model

Seoul [South Korea], November 15 (ANI): Features of the SARS-CoV-2 virus causing COVID-19, which could be useful for developing vaccines and treatment strategies, were identified using a nonhuman primate model developed at the Korea Research Institute of Bioscience and Biotechnology (KRIBB).

2020-11-15T06:30:15.256887+00:00 IST

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Study reveals walnuts helpful in cardiovascular disease

Washington [US], November 15 (ANI): Studies from a randomised controlled trial reveals the capability of walnuts from preventing major risk factors for heart disease, claims,' people who regularly consume walnuts may have a lower risk of heart disease, compared to those who do not eat'.

2020-11-15T03:28:34.227989+00:00 IST

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Amid COVID, responsibility of diabetics to maintain healthy lifestyle gets bigger: Doctors on World Diabetes Day

New Delhi [India], November 14 (ANI): It is a double whammy for Sushil on Diwali. A Type-II diabetic, Sushil can't even taste sweets, but this Diwali, he is feeling the sickest.

2020-11-14T14:06:14.219793+00:00 IST

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According to AHA study, chilies in diet are secret to life

Washington [US], November 14 (ANI): A new study by the American Heart Association (AHA) has found that adding chilli peppers to a diet can contribute to a longer life.

2020-11-14T13:36:39.247538+00:00 IST

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'Rewiring' metabolism in insulin-producing cells may help in treating Type 2 diabetes

Washington [US], November 14 (ANI): Scientists have recently discovered an unknown way that pancreatic cells decide how much insulin to secrete.

2020-11-14T13:36:22.622138+00:00 IST

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Work stress, burnout are mutually reinforcing: Study

Washington [US], November 14 (ANI): Work stress and burnout are mutually reinforcing, suggests a recent study conducted on work-related stress.

2020-11-14T10:29:08.970973+00:00 IST

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Enhance the joy of Diwali by taking precautions for health

New Delhi [India], November 13 (ANI): On Diwali when people visit friends and exchange gifts, it is necessary to take a few precautions to stay safe from COVID-19 and enjoy good health. Doctors and other health professionals talk to ANI about some guidelines on the precautions that should be taken.

2020-11-13T07:40:23.893509+00:00 IST

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Ahead of World Diabetes Day, experts call for urgent action to address global diabetes epidemic

Washington [US], November 13 (ANI): Ahead of World Diabetes Day (November 14), a new report has called for action to close the gap in diabetes prevention and care. Worldwide, 463 million people have diabetes, with 80% from low-income and middle- income countries (LMICs). In 2019, 4.2 million people died as a result of the condition and its complications.

2020-11-13T03:24:55.233717+00:00 IST

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'Rewiring' metabolism in insulin-producing cells may aid Type 2 diabetes treatment

Washington [US], November 13 (ANI): Researchers have discovered a previously unknown way that pancreatic cells decide how much insulin to secrete. It could provide a promising new target to develop drugs for boosting insulin production in people with Type 2 diabetes.

2020-11-13T03:02:29.674725+00:00 IST

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Mental health strained by disaster, finds study

Delaware [US], November 12 (ANI): Disasters like hurricanes and tornadoes are occurring with increasing frequency and severity across the globe. In addition to impacting local communities, infrastructure and the economy, these disasters also can lead to severe emotional distress and anxiety for those living in their paths- suggest the findings of a new study.

2020-11-12T04:09:33.281652+00:00 IST

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New study points to a better way to ward off asthma triggers

California [US], November 12 (ANI): While asthma has become a matter of concern for Americans as every day, ten Americans die from the attack, researchers at La Jolla Institute for Immunology (LJI), in a breakthrough study, have discovered that blocking two immune molecules at the same time is key to preventing asthma attacks in a mouse model.

2020-11-12T03:57:40.316440+00:00 IST

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Routine testing for COVID-19 can make surgery safer: Study

Birmingham [UK], November 12 (ANI): Routine testing patients for COVID-19 before major surgery could reduce the risk of respiratory complications and save lives, a new study revealed.

2020-11-12T02:45:46.956211+00:00 IST

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Study reveals less screen time, more sleep critical for preventing depression

London [UK], November 12 (ANI): Lifestyle factors such as less screen time, adequate sleep, a better-quality diet, and physical activity strongly impact depression, according to a study.

2020-11-12T02:32:39.768950+00:00 IST

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New study proposes strategies to control Covid pandemic while sustaining economy

New York [US], November 12 (ANI): Researchers have developed two strategies, if used together and followed closely could reduce coronavirus transmission by transmission by an amount comparable to that of a strict lockdown, while maintaining economic activity.

2020-11-12T00:19:23.586881+00:00 IST