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Researchers make progress in developing an accurate, noninvasive urine test for prostate cancer

Washington D.C. [USA], Feb 28 (ANI): Considerable advancement has been made by researchers at the Johns Hopkins Kimmel Cancer Center toward the development of a simple, noninvasive liquid biopsy test that detects prostate cancer from RNA and other specific metabolic chemicals in the urine.

2020-02-28T12:49:45.266533+00:00 IST

11th India Live national conference brings interventional cardiologists under one roof

New Delhi [India], Feb 28 (ANI): Leading experts from various fields of interventional cardiology have come under one roof to discuss the most advanced percutaneous cardiovascular interventions at the 11th India Live national conference in New Delhi from Feb 28 to March 1 with focus on "Interventional Cardiology: From Clinic to Cutting Edge".

2020-02-28T11:12:05.605799+00:00 IST

Measures to protect yourselves from coronavirus at your workplace

Washington D.C. [USA], Feb 28 (ANI): The coronavirus outbreak in China and its spread to other countries across the globe has kept all of us alarmed and utmost precautions should be taken to combat the epidemic.

2020-02-28T05:40:26.658858+00:00 IST

Eat less, live longer!

California [USA], Feb 28 (ANI): Eating less is the way to a healthier body and longer life, suggests a new study.

2020-02-28T05:03:31.520561+00:00 IST

Not just lungs, air pollution may also affect your kidney

Washington D.C. [USA], Feb 28 (ANI): The adverse effects on lungs while breathing polluted air is a well-known matter of concern. However, a recent study has now identified that higher levels of air pollution may also lead to having an increased risk of developing kidney disease.

2020-02-28T05:01:17.490281+00:00 IST

In humans, immune response to fungal infections changes after contracting virus, says study

Birmingham [UK], Feb 28 (ANI): The immune response of the human body to fungal infections changes when the patient is also infected by a virus, according to a new study.

2020-02-28T04:51:18.819489+00:00 IST

Overdose on exercise can lead to cardiac events

Washington D.C. [USA], Feb 27 (ANI): There are many benefits of a hardcore workout regime. However, people, especially those, who aren't accustomed to high-intensity exercise, when thrown to such hard participation, can risk sudden cardiac arrest according to a new Scientific Statement published in the American Heart Association's premier journal Circulation.

2020-02-27T05:36:13.029726+00:00 IST

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Health issues during 20s likely to develop weaker brain: Study

Washington D.C. [USA], Feb 27 (ANI): A new preliminary study has found that health issues in your 20s may lead to having problems with thinking, memory skills and the brain's ability to properly regulate its blood flow as you grow older.

2020-02-27T05:28:01.406563+00:00 IST

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Wearing hearing aids can improve brain function, says research

Washington D.C. [USA], Feb 27 (ANI): Hearing loss can have adverse effects on older people making the quality of life poor.

2020-02-27T05:15:31.040515+00:00 IST

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Sugary drinks a sour choice for adults trying to maintain cholesterol levels

Boston [Massachusetts], Feb 27 (ANI): Along with oily food products, adults struggling with high cholesterol levels should keep a tab on the levels of sugary drinks they consume, suggests a new study.

2020-02-27T05:09:43.225418+00:00 IST

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Staying connected to nature makes children happier

Mexico City [Mexico], Feb 27 (ANI): Nature is the best medicine for all human ailments, and a new study suggests that staying connected to nature is known to make children happier.

2020-02-27T05:06:48.517283+00:00 IST

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Covid-19: Connection between Singapore church clusters found

Singapore, Feb 26 (ANI): The Ministry of Health (MOH), Singapore has reiterated that people, who are not well, should stay at home, and not engage in social interactions, to prevent the spread of the coronavirus. This is what the MOH had been saying earlier, and it was strengthened by the search for the missing link between the COVID-19 clusters at The Life Church and Missions church and Grace Assembly of God church.

2020-02-26T11:05:50.566789+00:00 IST

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Researchers uncover key details how bacteria causing typhoid fever identifies host's immune cells

Washington D.C. [USA], Feb 26 (ANI): In a breakthrough study, researchers have uncovered key details as to how the Salmonella bacteria that cause typhoid fever, identifies a host's immune cells and delivers toxins that disrupt the immune system and allow the pathogen to spread.

2020-02-26T09:54:53.433288+00:00 IST

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Coronavirus survey reveals WHO faces credibility crisis among Hongkongers

Hong Kong, Feb 26 (ANI): The majority of Honkongers do not trust coronavirus-related data published by the World Health Organization (WHO) and Beijing, according to the non-profit Lion Rock Institute think tank.

2020-02-26T08:00:18.003401+00:00 IST

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Researchers identify process vital to placenta growth in early pregnancy

Washington D.C. [USA], Feb 26 (ANI): Normal rate of placenta growth is essential to decline the chances of pregnancy complications such as miscarriages, preeclampsia and foetal growth restriction. In a recent study, researchers have discovered the process that contributes to placental implantation during early pregnancy as well as cancer progression and spread.

2020-02-26T06:05:13.611862+00:00 IST

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Another reason to consume walnuts - healthy ageing!

California [USA], Feb 26 (ANI): Consuming walnuts every day makes ageing healthier for women, suggests a new epidemiological study.

2020-02-26T05:04:00.988441+00:00 IST

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Women gain significant weight after breast cancer: Study

Sydney [Australia], Feb 26 (ANI): A new study suggests that patients suffering from breast cancer experience a significant increase in their weight after the development of the condition in the body.

2020-02-26T05:01:53.351160+00:00 IST

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Researchers find spending time in nature reduces stress

Washington D.C. [USA], Feb 26 (ANI): While spending time close to nature can have remarkable benefits for human health, researchers have found that as little as 10 minutes in a natural setting can help one feel happier and lessen the effects of both physical and mental stress.

2020-02-26T04:55:34.098061+00:00 IST

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Like everything else, stress too comes with a positive effect!

Pennsylvania [USA], Feb 25 (ANI): A new study has thrown some positive light on stress and depression suggesting that despite all of its negative effects, stress still benefit people socially.

2020-02-25T05:14:04.045328+00:00 IST

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Older adults face new disabilities after hospital treatments for serious illnesses

Washington D.C. [USA], Feb 25 (ANI): Adults in their older ages face disabilities after staying at a hospital for serious illnesses, suggests a new study.

2020-02-25T05:00:57.877466+00:00 IST

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Study links childhood abuse to adolescent experimentation with cigarettes

Washington D.C. [USA], Feb 25 (ANI): Kids who have been abused, neglected or mistreated at home are more likely to start smoking, according to a recent study.

2020-02-25T04:54:08.268082+00:00 IST