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Study finds how gum disease is linked to plaque formation in Alzheimer's p
Updated : 5 months, 2 weeks ago IST
Most people don't link oral illness to significant health problems, mounting research indicates that mouth bacteria are crucial in systemic diseases including colon cancer and heart disease. According to a recent Forsyth Institute study, amyloid plaque, a characteristic of Alzheimer's diseas
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Researchers find gum disease associated with buildup of Alzheimer's plaque
Updated : 2 years, 8 months ago IST
While most people do not associate oral disease with serious health problems, emerging evidence shows that oral bacteria have a significant role in systemic conditions including colon cancer and heart disease. In a recent study, the Forsyth Institute found a link between periodontal (gum) di
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Gut bacteria linked to fatty deposits in heart arteries: Research
Updated : 2 years, 8 months ago IST
Researchers in Sweden established a relationship between the numbers of particular bacteria in the gut and coronary atherosclerotic plaques in a large study. Atherosclerotic plaques, which are generated by the accumulation of fatty and cholesterol deposits, are a leading cause of heart attac
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Damage to gut bacteria linked with chemo-induced weight gain in breast can
Updated : 2 years, 8 months ago IST
Researchers discovered a relationship between chemotherapy-induced changes in gut bacteria and the harmful weight gain seen in breast cancer patients, perhaps leading the way to helping survivors avoid obesity-related illness later in life.
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Gum disease linked to buildup of Alzheimer's plaque formation: Study
Updated : 2 years, 8 months ago IST
Although most individuals don't associate oral disease with serious health issues, growing evidence suggests that oral bacteria play an important role in systemic disorders such as colon cancer and heart disease. New Forsyth Institute research suggests a relationship between periodontal (gum
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Lollipops may help in diagnostic procedures for both children, adults: Stu
Updated : 2 years, 8 months ago IST
For the first time, researchers who had their findings published in ACS' Analytical Chemistry have demonstrated that a lollipop-based saliva collection system can capture bacteria from adults and remain shelf-stable for up to a year. Participants in the study also preferred candies over t
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"I'm on road to recovery": Madonna shares health update after hospitalizat
Updated : 2 years, 8 months ago IST
American singer and song writer, Madonna, on Monday shared her health update with her fans after she developed a serious bacterial infection which led to a several-day stay in the ICU.
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Study reveals how triple combination therapy improves cystic fibrosis
Updated : 2 years, 8 months ago IST
Mucus in the airways is less sticky, and lung inflammation is greatly reduced: In individuals with cystic fibrosis (CF), triple combination treatment can produce these long-term benefits.
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Study finds potential solution for bacterial infection
Updated : 2 years, 8 months ago IST
According to a new study, a vaccine originally developed to prevent bacteria-caused diarrhoea has now been found to help infant nonhuman primates grow faster and will treat bacterial infections.
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Lizol's #NoMoreHalfTruths campaign busts myths around Phenyls; Receives Ma
Updated : 2 years, 8 months ago IST
New Delhi [India], July 5: For decades, Indian consumers have believed that phenyls are highly effective floor cleaners, however studies indicate that ordinary phenyls kill only 50% of germs on mopping**. A joint study conducted by Lizol, India's leading disinfectant brand, and an independen
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Researchers discover effective non-antibiotic approach for treatment of sk
Updated : 2 years, 8 months ago IST
A research team led by Professor Kelvin Yeung from the Department of Orthopaedics and Traumatology, School of Clinical Medicine, LKS Faculty of Medicine, the University of Hong Kong (HKUMed) developed a new microneedle patch to provide a highly effective non-antibiotic approach for the treat
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American singer, songwriter Madonna postpones tour after developing seriou
Updated : 2 years, 8 months ago IST
According to Madonna's manager, Guy Oseary, her health is improving but she is still under medical care. A full recovery is expected.
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