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High BMI raises risk of numerous rheumatic diseases: Research
Updated : 3 years ago IST
A higher BMI raises the risk of five major rheumatic disorders, according to a recent Uppsala University study: rheumatism, osteoarthritis, gout, psoriatic arthritis, and inflammatory spondylitis.
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Prevalence of metabolically related fatty liver disease is rising: Study
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According to a study presented at the Endocrine Society's annual meeting in Chicago, the percentage of adults suffering from metabolic-associated fatty liver disease (MAFLD), the leading cause of liver disease worldwide, is increasing.
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Research reveals perception of pain in people with Alzheimer's Disease
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According to a recent study from King's College London's Institute of Psychiatry, Psychology, and Neuroscience (IoPPN), the processing of pain signals differs in a mouse model of Alzheimer's disease (AD) compared to healthy mice.
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Flexible, friendly workplace culture makes for better remote work: Researc
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The pandemic forced many people to work from home, but it wasn't always a pleasant situation. Remote work has numerous advantages, including more flexibility, inclusion for parents and people with disabilities, and work-life balance. It can, however, cause issues with teamwork, communication
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Meghalaya: Solar lights installed in human-elephant conflict-hit villages
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One of India's foremost research-driven biodiversity conservation organisations, Aaranyak installed 10 solar street lights in seven villages identified as Human-Elephant conflict (HEC) areas in West Garo Hills district.
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Immune-boosting therapy helps honey bees resist deadly viruses: Study
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Researchers have successfully tested a novel strategy for enhancing honey bees' immune systems in an effort to help them fend off lethal viruses that have caused significant losses of the vital pollinator around the world.
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Researchers shed light on kids receiving helmet treatment for head-flatten
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For babies with position-related head flattening (deformational plagiocephaly [DP]), helmet therapy has a very high rate of success. On the other hand, infants with Medicaid insurance are more likely to have delayed treatment and are less likely to undergo helmet therapy.
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Researchers give more insight into T cell functions
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Researchers developed a tissue-imitating hydrogel model to show that more elastic tissues encourage T cells to develop into effector-like T cells with powerful tumor-killing potential, while more viscous tissues encourage them to develop into memory-like T cells
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Consult dieticians for weight control during pregnancy: Study
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According to a study of more than 100 research studies, pregnant women may gain from increased assistance from certified dietitians in limiting weight gain during pregnancy. A meta-analysis of nearly 35,000 individuals from 99 studies published in JAMA Network Open discovered that intervent
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Govt announces 'Tomato Grand Challenge Hackathon', seeks innovative ideas
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The Secretary, Department of Consumer Affairs, Rohit Kumar Singh on Saturday announced a Tomato Grand Challenge (TGC) hackathon to invite innovative ideas at various levels of the tomato value chain to ensure availability of tomato to the consumers at affordable prices and help tomato farmer
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Study discovers certain genetic mutations associated with treatment-resist
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A study performed by Sanford Burnham Prebys researchers discovered that specific genetic abnormalities are linked to treatment-resistant breast cancer in young women. These mutations do not appear to be associated with treatment-resistant breast cancer in older women.
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Researchers discover how honey bees are more faithful to flower patches th
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When it comes to returning to collect additional pollen and nectar, honey bees are more devoted to their flower patches than bumble bees, according to researchers.
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