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High BMI increases risk of numerous rheumatic diseases: Study
Updated : 2 years, 8 months ago IST
According to a new study from Uppsala University, having a higher BMI increases the risk of five major rheumatic diseases: rheumatism, osteoarthritis, gout, psoriatic arthritis, and inflammatory spondylitis. The researchers also discovered that BMI was a greater risk factor for gout and psor
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MoHAP, health partners provide medical tests and health guidance to pilgri
Updated : 2 years, 8 months ago IST
The Ministry of Health and Prevention (MoHAP), in collaboration with its partners in the health sector has announced it will deploy specialised health education teams at airports, in a strategic move aimed at safeguarding the health and safety of pilgrims from infectious diseases.
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Study discovers diagnostic procedures for cardiovascular diseases
Updated : 2 years, 8 months ago IST
Recent research has moved us one step closer to developing effective treatments for complex cardiovascular diseases. The most recent issue of the Journal of Pharmaceutical Analysis contains three articles on cutting-edge research in these areas.
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Exercise can lead to strokes in those who have blocked arteries: Study
Updated : 2 years, 8 months ago IST
Many disregard the warnings displayed outside gyms that encourage them to see a doctor before indulging in rigorous exercise. Isn't it true that exercise is beneficial to your health? Certain diseases, on the other hand, may make the increased heart rate associated with activity harmful.
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Studies clearly prove even in lethal diseases like cancer, generic drugs a
Updated : 2 years, 8 months ago IST
The studies clearly prove that even in lethal diseases like cancer, generic drugs are very effective, said Director of Postgraduate Institute of Medical Education and Research (PGIMER) Prof Vivek Lal on Saturday.
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Malaria treatment made possible by cancer medication: Study
Updated : 2 years, 8 months ago IST
Because the disease is becoming increasingly resistant to existing medications, a group of UCF researchers is attempting to use cancer pharmaceuticals to accelerate the development of new, life-saving malaria treatments. The study's findings were published in the journal ACS Infectious Disea
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Schools in Kerala observe 'dry day' to tackle infectious diseases
Updated : 2 years, 8 months ago IST
Earlier on Thursday, Kerala state health department authorities announced that 'dry day' will be observed on Friday in schools, on Saturday in offices, and on Sunday at houses for the next few weeks to prevent mosquito vector breeding.
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Study reveals AI may transform the way we understand emotion
Updated : 2 years, 8 months ago IST
An emotion identification technology created by scholars at the University of the West of Scotland (UWS) might benefit people with neurodiverse diseases such as autism.
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Study finds diagnostic procedures to detect cardiovascular diseases
Updated : 2 years, 8 months ago IST
Recent studies have brought us one step closer to developing effective treatments for complicated cardiovascular illnesses.
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Exercise may cause strokes in persons who have blocked arteries: Study
Updated : 2 years, 8 months ago IST
Many people ignore the warnings posted before gym sessions that advise them to see a doctor before engaging in strenuous exercise. Isn't it true that exercise is healthy for you? Certain diseases, however, may make the higher heart rate associated with exercise harmful.
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Institute of Heart Lungs Diseases & Research Centre (IHLD) Set to Open
Updated : 2 years, 9 months ago IST
New Delhi [India], June 19: The Institute of Heart Lungs Diseases & Research Centre (IHLD) will soon open in the country's national capital, New Delhi. One of the premier institutes in North India, IHLD will be among the few institutes in the country offering specialised healthcare servi
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Radioactive iodine, surgery linked to increased survival in hyperthyroidis
Updated : 2 years, 9 months ago IST
According to a study, hyperthyroidism therapy such as radioactive iodine or surgery was linked to a lower risk for mortality.
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