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COVID-19 not transmitted from pregnant mothers to offsprings: Study

Wuhan [China], Mar 16 (ANI): Amid the spurt in cases of novel coronavirus in different parts of the world, a new study which suggests that the contagious virus does not transmit from pregnant mothers to newborns seems to be bringing some sigh of relief.

2020-03-16T05:15:30.837883+00:00 IST

Type 1 diabetes may differ with the age of children : Study

Washington D.C. [USA], Mar 16 (ANI): A research conducted at the University of Exeter has found that children under the age of seven, who are diagnosed with type 1 diabetes, will have a different form of the condition compared to those diagnosed at age 13 or above.

2020-03-16T02:48:22.688508+00:00 IST

Breathing polluted air linked to weight gain: Study

Colorado [USA], Mar 15 (ANI): A recent study suggests that breathing dirty air takes a heavy toll on gut bacteria, boosting risk of obesity, diabetes, gastrointestinal disorders and other chronic illnesses.

2020-03-15T04:50:53.697194+00:00 IST

Study focuses on microparticles showing promise for transplant rejection

Washington D.C. [USA], Mar 15 (ANI): Researchers have engineered tiny particles that can trick the body into accepting transplanted tissue as its own. The research was inspired by the tactic cancer cells' use to evade the immune system.

2020-03-15T04:13:36.079592+00:00 IST

Researchers find stem cell-activated mechanism to treat patients post heart-attack

Washington D.C. [USA], Mar 14 (ANI): A stem cell-activated healing mechanism has been uncovered by a team of researchers to treat the patients after a heart attack.

2020-03-14T10:04:30.211096+00:00 IST

Research finds intermittent fasting works well for overall health

Washington D.C. [USA], Mar 14 (ANI): A new research has found that intermittent fasting works well for overall health as it changes the metabolism of the liver. Researchers said that it can help regulate diabetes.

2020-03-14T08:52:23.090734+00:00 IST

Stopping inflammation may prevent memory loss in Down syndrome, Alzheimer's

Washington D.C. [USA], Mar 14 (ANI): In a breakthrough study, researchers have discovered the therapeutic potential for a class of lipids to prevent progressive memory loss in a preclinical model of Down syndrome.

2020-03-14T03:56:02.475958+00:00 IST

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Study focuses on diagnosing hypertension in children

Washington D.C. [USA], Mar 14 (ANI): The recent study provides insights on evaluating high blood pressure for diagnosing hypertension among children.

2020-03-14T03:05:14.547778+00:00 IST

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Researchers uncover stem cell-activated mechanisms of healing after heart attacks

Minnesota [USA], Mar 13 (ANI): Researchers have uncovered stem cell-activated mechanisms of healing after a heart attack. Stem cells restored cardiac muscle back to its condition before the heart attack, in turn providing a blueprint of how they may work.

2020-03-13T06:13:50.803787+00:00 IST

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Ketogenic diet can induce flu-like symptoms during initial weeks: Study

Tasmania [Australia], Mar 13 (ANI): A ketogenic diet can lead to several flu-like symptoms within the first few weeks on the eating plan, according to a new study.

2020-03-13T05:42:52.167651+00:00 IST

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Low-dose aspirin mitigates liver cancer risk: Study

Washington D.C. [USA], Mar 13 (ANI): Among adults at high risk of liver cancer, those who took low-dose aspirin were less likely to develop the disease or to die from liver-related causes.

2020-03-13T05:28:40.227153+00:00 IST

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Job seekers with mental illness consider poor physical health a barrier for finding job: Study

Washington D.C. [USA], Mar 12 (ANI): In a recent study, researchers find that people with serious mental illness believe their physical health problems rather than psychological health make it difficult for them to find jobs.

2020-03-12T10:14:08.861031+00:00 IST

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Study reveals cycling to work linked to higher risk of injury-related hospitalisation

London [UK], Mar 12, (ANI): A recent United Kingdom study has associated cycling to work with a higher risk of being admitted to hospital for injury than other modes of commuting.

2020-03-12T03:33:05.510188+00:00 IST

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New fix heals herniated discs just like patching up a flat tire

Washington D.C. [USA], Mar 12 (ANI): In a breakthrough study, researchers have found a new two-step technique to repair herniated discs. The technique uses hyaluronic acid gel to re-inflate the disc and collagen gel to seal the hole, essentially repairing ruptured discs like you'd repair a flat tire.

2020-03-12T02:40:55.817676+00:00 IST

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Bowel cancer is increasing among younger adults in England: Study

Bristol [UK], Mar 11 (ANI): A recent research reveals a dramatic increase in the incidence of bowel cancer among younger adults under the age of 50 in England.

2020-03-11T11:01:57.790677+00:00 IST

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Study reveals physician psychotherapy unavailable to people with urgent mental health needs

Ontario [Canada], Mar 11 (ANI): An Ontario study has revealed that only a fraction of people with urgent mental health needs, get publicly-funded physician psychotherapy.

2020-03-11T10:47:32.582019+00:00 IST

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How intermittent fasting helps prevent diseases

Washington D.C. [USA], Mar 11 (ANI): Intermittent fasting works wonders for overall health, particularly for the liver, as it inhibits the secretion of a protein that regulates a large number of liver genes, new research has found. The findings will help develop new interventions to lower disease risk and discover the optimum intervals for fasting.

2020-03-11T08:30:13.703731+00:00 IST

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Bengaluru's Institute of Nephro-Urology organises free check-ups on World Kidney Day

Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India], Mar 10 (ANI): On the occasion of World Kidney Day, Bengaluru's Institute of Nephro-Urology, is organising free medical check-up sessions for patients on March 12.

2020-03-10T13:20:36.741353+00:00 IST

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Continuity of care leads to considerable improvements in patient outcomes: Study

Washington D.C. [USA], Mar 10 (ANI): In a breakthrough study, researchers have found that higher continuity of care, meaning a care team cooperatively involved in ongoing healthcare, is better for health outcomes.

2020-03-10T06:59:49.551527+00:00 IST

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Study reveals persistent sleep difficulties in infancy linked to heightened risk of childhood anxieties

Washington D.C. [USA], Mar 10 (ANI): Risk of developing childhood anxieties and emotional disorders are linked with persistent sleep difficulties during the first 12 months of life, indicates recent research.

2020-03-10T05:01:52.031396+00:00 IST

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Study reveals rejuvenating immune cells supports brain repair after injury

Washington D.C. [USA], Mar 10 (ANI): Researchers have identified a major shift in how to treat brain injuries after rejuvenating immune cells to support the repair process.

2020-03-10T04:42:16.023123+00:00 IST