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COPD patients are 61 per cent more likely to die within a year after major
Updated : 3 years, 1 month ago IST
According to a recent study published in Canadian Medical Association Journal, patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) who undergo major surgery are more likely to die in the year following surgery and have greater healthcare expenses than equivalent patients without COPD.
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Study identifies potential new approach for treating lupus
Updated : 3 years, 2 months ago IST
The findings of a recent study suggest that targeting iron metabolism in immune system cells may offer a new approach for treating systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) -- the most common form of the chronic autoimmune disease lupus.
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Sanjay Chouhan, writer of Paan Singh Tomar, passes away at 62
Updated : 3 years, 2 months ago IST
Renowned screenwriter Sanjay Chouhan, best known for film pieces like 'Paan Singh Tomar' and 'I Am Kalam', passed away at the age of 62 battling a chronic liver illness at H. N. Reliance Foundation Hospital and Research Centre, on Thursday.
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IBS-related changes in patients can be monitored by wearable devices: Stud
Updated : 3 years, 2 months ago IST
The symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), which include chronic abdominal pain associated with bowel motions of one of four types--diarrheal, constipating, mixed, or unclassifiable are difficult to treat.
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IIT-Guwahati student found dead in room, autopsy confirms Chronic Coronary
Updated : 3 years, 2 months ago IST
A Bachelors in Technology (B. Tech) student in the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Guwahati in Assam was allegedly found dead in his room on Monday, the university officials said.
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Promising drug delivery method might replace injections with pills: Study
Updated : 3 years, 2 months ago IST
Chronic conditions, such as rheumatoid arthritis, usually require lifelong injections. Patients skip doses due to needle phobia, injection-associated infection, and pain, which encourages the development of new delivery strategies that combine efficacy with minimal side effects in order to a
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Study reveals good fluid intake aids healthier ageing of body
Updated : 3 years, 2 months ago IST
According to a study published in the journal 'eBioMedicine', adults who stay hydrated seem to be fitter as they develop fewer chronic conditions such as heart and lung disease, and live longer than those who may not get enough fluids.
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Good Hydration is associated with healthy ageing: Study
Updated : 3 years, 2 months ago IST
According to a National Institutes of Health study published in eBioMedicine, adults who stay hydrated appear to be healthier, develop fewer chronic conditions such as heart and lung disease, and live longer than those who may not get enough fluids.
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Researchers suggest transitions of chronic blood cancer to aggressive dise
Updated : 3 years, 2 months ago IST
For several years, a particular type of chronic leukaemia might develop. Myeloproliferative neoplasms (MPN) are a kind of blood cancer that may require treatment for some people, while long years of watchful waiting may be necessary for other patients. However, in a tiny number of people, th
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Implantable device provides prolonged treatment of Type 1 diabetes
Updated : 3 years, 2 months ago IST
A quarter-sized device created at Houston Methodist could drastically alter the course of treatment for Type 1 diabetes, a chronic condition that impacts millions of Americans and does not have a cure.
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Scientists develop device that has potential to transform islet cell trans
Updated : 3 years, 2 months ago IST
A quarter-sized device developed at Houston Methodist Hospital could significantly alter the course of treatment for Type 1 diabetes, a chronic condition that affects millions of Americans and has no cure.
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Study: Chronic exposure to low levels of blast may be associated with neur
Updated : 3 years, 2 months ago IST
Scientists at the Walter Reed Army Institute for Research demonstrated that biomarkers associated with traumatic brain injury were elevated among law enforcement and military personnel, particularly in active duty participants with longer duration of service. Most notably, these elevated bio
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