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Sex differences in 'body clock' may benefit women's heart health

Washington D.C. [USA], Jan 10 (ANI): Did you know that a woman's 'body clock' benefits her heart health? A new research suggests that a gene that governs the body's circadian clock acts differently in males as compared to females and may protect females from heart disease.

2019-01-10T07:04:39.153371+00:00 IST

Eating breakfast can lower risk of type 2 diabetes

Washington D.C. [USA], Jan 09 (ANI): We all know that breakfast is the most important meal of the day. Now a new research shows why it is so important to eat healthy early in the morning.

2019-01-10T06:35:55.835100+00:00 IST

Lesser known tips every diabetic patient must follow

New Delhi [India], Jan 09 (ANI): A recent survey by the International Diabetes Federation of over 12,000 people with type 2 diabetes reveals that two in three have cardiovascular risk factors, yet, one-fourth said they never discussed, or could not remember discussing, cardiovascular risk factors with their doctor.

2019-01-09T13:24:33.052983+00:00 IST

PTSD linked to heart disease and cancer

Washington D.C. [USA], Jan 9 (ANI): A recent study has linked post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) with cardiovascular disease and cancer.

2019-01-09T07:51:16.296771+00:00 IST

Adolescents exposed to cannabis at risk of long-term anxiety disorders

Washington D.C. [USA], Jan 9 (ANI): According to a recent study - conducted on laboratory animals - exposure to cannabis in adolescents could increase risk of the onset of psychiatric illnesses in adulthood.

2019-01-09T07:03:35.891861+00:00 IST

How TV advertising influences kid's weight

Washington D.C. [USA], Jan 8 (ANI): Television advertisements of high-sugar cereals directed at children promote poor eating habits in them, thereby increasing the risk of obesity.

2019-01-08T13:48:13.156439+00:00 IST

Here's why elderly with hearing aids still report challenges

Washington D.C. [USA], Jan 08 (ANI): A study conducted by researchers at Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health recently deduced that a high proportion of older people with hearing aids report having trouble hearing and difficulty accessing hearing care services. The study finds that it is especially true for those individuals with lower incomes.

2019-01-08T09:05:06.931471+00:00 IST

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Anti-inflammatory diet may help you live longer

Washington D.C. [USA], Jan 07 (ANI): A new study now says that the best way to live a long and healthy life is by taking up an anti-inflammatory diet.

2019-01-07T10:27:10.625455+00:00 IST

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Cancer diagnosis notably increases suicide risk

Washington D.C. [USA], Jan 7 (ANI): Findings of a recent study suggest that cancer diagnosis significantly increases the risk of suicide.

2019-01-07T08:46:14.541652+00:00 IST

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Stroke, cardiac arrests, lead to loss of work, reduced income

Washington D.C. [USA], Jan 07 (ANI): A new study now finds that people who have experienced a heart attack, stroke or cardiac arrest are significantly less likely to be working than healthy people. The study goes on to add that if they are working, on average, they have lower incomes.

2019-01-07T07:16:12.827501+00:00 IST

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Meditate and exercise to avoid flu this winter

Madison [USA], Jan 07 (ANI): Searching for ways to avoid getting sick this winter? Regular exercises and meditation may help ward off cold and flu, a study says.

2019-01-07T03:43:57.086917+00:00 IST

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Obsessive compulsive symptoms in youth red flag for psychological issues

Washington D.C. [USA], Jan 06 (ANI): While engaging in repetitive and ritualistic behaviour is a part of childhood development, a new study now says that behaviours that develop into obsessive and compulsive symptoms (OCS) may represent a red flag for serious psychiatric conditions.

2019-01-06T14:14:40.368951+00:00 IST

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Researchers reveal new mechanism to 'activate' immune system against cancer

Washington D.C [USA], Jan 06 (ANI): A recent study now says that a new mechanism for activating the immune system against cancer cells allows immune cells to detect and destroy cancer cells better than before.

2019-01-06T11:38:22.379160+00:00 IST

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Insomnia can impact migraine prevalence

Washington D.C. (USA) Jan 6 (ANI): According to a recent study, sleep disorders, especially insomnia, can impact the pervasiveness of migraine.

2019-01-06T10:40:37.586972+00:00 IST

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Recurrent miscarriage might be linked to faulty sperm: Study

Washington D.C. (USA) Jan 6 (ANI): According to a recent study, recurrent miscarriage may be linked to the poor quality of a man's sperm.

2019-01-06T09:59:37.099427+00:00 IST

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K'taka, Tamil Nadu record highest TB cases, Sikkim lowest

New Delhi [India], Jan 6 (ANI): Notwithstanding developing new modalities for diagnosis and treatment of tuberculosis, thousands of people are still falling prey to this infectious disease, which adversely affects human lungs, and leading to death if not properly treated.

2019-01-06T09:49:59.271498+00:00 IST

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Here's how influenza infection weakens one's body

Washington D.C. [USA], Jan 06 (ANI): An individual with influenza infection faces severe weakness owing to an increase in the expression of muscle-degrading genes and a decrease in expression of muscle-building genes in skeletal muscles, a study has concluded.

2019-01-06T01:42:55.304582+00:00 IST

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Bodies may cure themselves of diabetes in future

Washington D.C [USA], Jan 05 (ANI): Diabetes is caused by the insulin cells' inability to produce insulin; a hormone that is necessary is regulating blood sugar levels. Diabetics usually have to take insulin supplements to regulate these levels in their body.

2019-01-05T13:48:06.347929+00:00 IST

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Respect may potentially save lives of elderly

Washington D.C. (USA) Jan 5 (ANI): Respecting elders has always been held as a benchmark for good behaviour. And now, there is scientific evidence that respect can potentially save lives among the elderly and keep them both physically and mentally healthy.

2019-01-05T13:32:42.787505+00:00 IST

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'Genetic tests do not result in unnecessary worries in breast cancer patients'

Washington D.C. [USA], Jan 5 (ANI): Ambiguity in the results of genetic testing for breast cancer does not cause patients to worry more about their cancer risk, suggest researchers.

2019-01-05T08:46:32.062758+00:00 IST

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Here's why obsessive compulsive symptoms in youngsters should not be ignored

Washington D.C. [USA], Jan 5 (ANI): Obsessive compulsive symptoms (OCS) in youth could be a red flag for serious psychiatric conditions, a study finds.

2019-01-05T08:08:35.597195+00:00 IST