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Brains of adolescents with mental health problems wired differently

Alberta [Canada], Dec 21 (ANI): A recent study has revealed that the brains of adolescents suffering from mental health disorders are structurally distinct from their healthy counterparts. Researchers from the University of Alberta, Canada conducted brain scans on teenagers with mental health issues and found out that their brains are wired rather differently from the normal subjects of similar age.

2019-12-21T10:10:15.294612+00:00 IST

'Tumor-on-a-chip' to revolutionize cancer drug testing

Kyoto [Japan], Dec 21 (ANI): Researchers from Kyoto University, Japan have created a new device that can culture cancerous cells in vitro in a three-dimensional fashion that better mimics the conditions present in the human body. Touted as 'tumour-on-a-chip', this piece of equipment opens up new possibilities for testing several potential cancer-fighting drugs with greater accuracy and ease.

2019-12-21T08:31:49.157649+00:00 IST

Study reveals protein SIRT6 protects against fatty liver, liver diseases

Washington D.C. [USA], Dec 20 (ANI): Fatty liver, or hepatic steatosis, which develops when the body produces too much fat or doesn't metabolise fat efficiently enough, affects around 25 per cent of the global population.

2019-12-20T18:16:41.998482+00:00 IST

Study reveals why belly fat is bad for thinking

Washington D. C. [USA], Dec 20 (ANI): Making a New Year's resolution to work out more and eat healthier may be a good idea, not only for your overall health but also to maintain healthy brain function.

2019-12-20T14:14:56.693882+00:00 IST

Cases of serious harm to children involving strong pain killers on rise: Study

Washington D.C. [USA], Dec 20 (ANI): The rates of high strength pain killer related cases of poisoning among children that led to emergency admission in US hospitals have markedly gone up, says research.

2019-12-20T12:57:45.804427+00:00 IST

Children allergic to cow's milk are smaller and lighter: Study

Washington D.C. [USA], Dec 20 (ANI): Milk is known for its high content of calcium and is considered good for children's health, but a recent study suggests children who are allergic to cow's milk are smaller and weigh less than those who have allergies to peanuts or tree nuts.

2019-12-20T12:08:52.716215+00:00 IST

New Year resolutions for better eating habits: 6 diet tweaks to make in 2020

Washington D.C. [USA], Dec 20 (ANI): As 2019 approaches its end, the New Year is the perfect opportunity to sort out your diet in terms of what you eat and how.

2019-12-20T08:33:38.954929+00:00 IST

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Long working hours may lead to high blood pressure, says Canadian Study

Washington D.C. [USA], Dec 19 (ANI): Long working hours in the office can potentially trigger high blood pressure in overworked employees, according to a Canadian study published in American Heart Association's journal `Hypertension'.

2019-12-19T13:21:47.360539+00:00 IST

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Children exposed to dogs less likely to develop schizophrenia later in life

Washington D.C. [USA] Dec 19 (ANI): Having a pet pooch has numerous positives and a recent study has found one more. Exposure to dogs since an early age is linked to a reduced risk of developing schizophrenia later in life, according to the US-based research.

2019-12-19T09:31:00.103349+00:00 IST

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Here's why greasy meal interrupts gut's communication with body

Washington D.C. [USA], Dec 18 (ANI): A meal loaded with too much of fat and grease can silence the communication between the intestine and the rest of your body, suggests a recent study.

2019-12-18T13:51:28.033552+00:00 IST

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Menopause complicates good night's sleep: Study

Washington DC (USA) Dec 18, (ANI): The value of a good sleep can't be underestimated, especially during the transition period like post menopause that causes sleep problems.

2019-12-18T13:08:21.430068+00:00 IST

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New wearable device to help millions with swallowing problems: Study

Washington D.C. (USA) Dec 18, (ANI): Patients suffering from the swallowing disorders is soon to get relief with the help of a monitoring device that will make the treatments easier and more affordable, says a recent study.

2019-12-18T12:17:35.663414+00:00 IST

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Safdarjung hospital starts prestigious fellowship program for young doctors

New Delhi [India], Dec 18 (ANI): For the first time, the Central government-run Safdarjung Hospital has started a prestigious fellowship program for young doctors.

2019-12-18T10:38:10.782295+00:00 IST

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Obesity affects blood test results in 70 percent of children, says study

Washington D.C. [USA], Dec 18 (ANI): Obesity can potentially influence the way in which routine blood tests are interpreted in children, as per findings of a latest research.

2019-12-18T06:55:39.977949+00:00 IST

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Study finds women need professional emotional support during high-risk pregnancies

Washington D.C. [USA], Dec 17 (ANI): While there is very little information about how women manage emotional distress during high-risk pregnancies, researchers learned that without psychosocial support, women struggle with fears and tears while feeling isolated and worried.

2019-12-17T16:41:45.170947+00:00 IST

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Exposure to anti-depressants during pregnancy can alter sensory processing well into adulthood: Study

Washington D.C. [USA], Dec 17 (ANI): A new study has revealed that exposure to anti-depressants during pregnancy and the first weeks of life can alter sensory processing well into adulthood.

2019-12-17T16:33:07.763789+00:00 IST

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Anxiety medication abuse on rise among American adolescents: Study

Washington D.C. (USA), Dec 17 (ANI): A recent study by a group of American researchers has pointed towards the worrying trend of rapidly increasing benzodiazepines overdose among American youths over the previous decade.

2019-12-17T16:08:07.353919+00:00 IST

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Study reveals air pollution affects human, marine health in similar ways

Washington D.C. [USA], Dec 16 (ANI): Air pollution is associated with detrimental effects on human health, including increased risk of heart disease and stroke.

2019-12-16T18:19:29.643775+00:00 IST

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Researchers discover new mechanism in genetics to treat little hearts

Washington D.C. [USA], Dec 16 (ANI): Heart is known as the pump to the body, which works in co-ordination with valves divided in between the left and the right ventricle. Researchers have discovered a new mechanism involved in a common congenital disease of the aortic valve located in the left ventricle.

2019-12-16T17:26:42.795211+00:00 IST

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Scientists compare human brain neurons with crabs to validate RNA sequencing

Washington D.C. [USA], Dec 16 (ANI): While we can count on crab as one of the tastiest delicacies of the seafood, its nervous system could help scientists learn what causes single neurons in the human brain to become out of whack, says a recent study.

2019-12-16T13:30:37.459418+00:00 IST

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More teens who vape us nicotine and other addictive substances: Study

Washington D.C. [USA]. Dec 16 (ANI): More teens who vape are using addictive or mind-altering substances than previously believed, a new study has found.

2019-12-16T10:08:58.865505+00:00 IST