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Excess screen time damages children's vision

Washington D.C. [USA] Aug 7(ANI): Turns out, there is an increasing concern about potential harm to the visual development of children, who spend excessive time glued to screens.

2018-08-07T01:47:57.093238+00:00 IST

Humoral response corresponds to production of antibodies

Washington D.C. [USA] Aug 7(ANI): When the body is continuously exposed to pathogens, the immune system notably mounts what is known as a 'humoral response', which corresponds to the production of antibodies that can help fight infections and provide long-term protection.

2018-08-07T01:38:13.515773+00:00 IST

Whole grain carbohydrates must for oral health

Washington D.C. [USA] Aug 7(ANI): One should stick to whole grain carbohydrates and avoid processed ones for better oral health, a recent study has found.

2018-08-07T01:22:50.627577+00:00 IST

Broadband internet can cause sleep deprivation

Washington D.C. [USA], Aug 6 (ANI): Did you know! Having access to the broadband internet can cause sleep deprivation.

2018-08-06T07:57:21.766960+00:00 IST

Childhood Trauma, a risk factor in adults with cancer

Washington DC, [USA] Aug 06 (ANI): According to a recent study, childhood trauma history should be considered during treatment for Head and Neck Cancer (HNC) as people who experience childhood trauma are more likely to have advanced cancer.

2018-08-06T05:31:09.843278+00:00 IST

Uterine defects during menarche cause fertility problems

New Delhi [India], Aug 06 (ANI): Turns out, uterine defects or the problems related to uterus affects the chances of a woman to conceive or carry the fetus to term.

2018-08-06T03:15:43.684824+00:00 IST

Highly lethal viruses hijack cellular defences against cancer

Washington DC, [USA], Aug 05 (ANI): A lethal virus has been discovered, which has the capability of hijacking cellular defence against cancer.

2018-08-05T09:51:48.921281+00:00 IST

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Bacteria can sense amino acids

Washington DC, [USA] Aug 05 (ANI): A new study has concluded that bacteria can sense amino acids and regulate their metabolism in response to the available nutrients.

2018-08-05T08:38:53.617738+00:00 IST

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Hookah or cigarette, what's more harmful?

Washington DC, [USA] Aug 05 (ANI): The debate on whether smoking a cigarette or Hookah is more harmful has been an endless one. However, researchers may have finally found an answer to the same.

2018-08-05T07:17:33.419282+00:00 IST

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Viruses can alter human body's response to vaccines, pathogens

Washington DC, [USA] Aug 05 (ANI): Turns out, viruses with slower impact tend to alter the human body's response to vaccines and pathogens alike.

2018-08-05T05:45:52.382377+00:00 IST

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Cystic Fibrosis in unborn babies may lead to lower brith weight

Washington DC, [USA] Aug 04 (ANI): Babies born with Cystic Fibrosis (CF), an ailment of the lungs and the digetsive system, suffer from a number of complications which includes lower average birth weight, finds a research.

2018-08-04T09:11:45.207112+00:00 IST

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Be safe from UTI this monsoon

New Delhi [India], Aug 4 (ANI): Monsoon season surely brings relief from the scorching heat, but this is also the time when many health issues crop up. During the rainy season, the bacteria present in and around our body multiply tremendously.

2018-08-04T07:49:22.478099+00:00 IST

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Brain-derived neurotrophic factors reduce cocaine relapse

Washington DC [USA] Aug 04 (ANI): Cocaine relapse can now be significantly reduced with the help of brain-derived neurotrophic factor (BDNF).

2018-08-04T06:26:03.971281+00:00 IST

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Imbalance in pH levels may cause Alzheimer's disease

Washington DC, [USA] Aug 03 (ANI): Imbalance in pH value may be a cause of Alzheimer's disease, a study has found.

2018-08-03T07:08:03.437523+00:00 IST

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Insulin resistance may go undetected in non-diabetics with Parkinson's

Washington DC, [USA] Aug 03 (ANI): A new research has found that the resistance to insulin amongst non-diabetic patients with Parkinson's Disease (PD) is a common yet largely undetected problem.

2018-08-03T06:35:38.076895+00:00 IST

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Blocking digestive hormone prevents pancreatic cancer

Washington DC, [USA] Aug 03 (ANI): Turns out, blocking Cholecystokinin (CCK), a digestive hormone, can help in preventing pancreatic cancer.

2018-08-03T05:48:54.474167+00:00 IST

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Add flaxseed oil to your diet for a better health

New Delhi [India], August 2 (ANI): Turns out, flaxseed oil, which is majorly known to benefit heart health, also has several other health benefits.

2018-08-02T11:04:24.507312+00:00 IST

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Study predicts long-term outcome of boys with ADHD

Washington D.C. [USA], Aug 2 (ANI): A recent study was conducted to predict the long-term outcome of boys with Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity disorder (ADHD).

2018-08-02T08:25:48.203460+00:00 IST

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Family caregivers of people with dementia sleep deprived: Study

Washington D.C. [USA], Aug 2 (ANI): Nine out of 10 people caring for a family member with dementia don't get enough sleep, finds a study.

2018-08-02T07:55:44.717081+00:00 IST

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Both heavy drinking and abstinence could raise dementia risk

Washington D.C. [USA], Aug 2 (ANI): According to a study, both long term abstinence and heavy drinking (more than 14 units a week during middle age) could boost dementia risk.

2018-08-02T07:35:54.264980+00:00 IST

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Chronic infections can outsmart the immune system

Washington D.C. [USA], August 1 (ANI): Turns out, chronic infections like hepatitis, herpes, and the Epstein-Barr virus can outsmart the human immune system.

2018-08-01T07:51:09.284342+00:00 IST