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Coronavirus poses risks to global economy's fragile recovery: IMF
Updated : 6 years, 4 months ago IST
Washington DC [USA], Feb 20 (ANI): Coronavirus epidemic has already disrupted economic growth in China and its spread to other countries can derail a fragile projected recovery in the global economy this year, the International Monetary Fund (IMF) has said.
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'Boys exhibiting inattention-hyperactivity at higher risk of traumatic bra
Updated : 6 years, 4 months ago IST
Washington D.C. [USA], Feb 20 (ANI): According to a new study led by researchers at McGill University, boys exhibiting inattention-hyperactivity at the age of ten have a higher risk for traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) in adolescence and adulthood.
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Researchers identify new genomic regions that increase risk for skin cance
Updated : 6 years, 4 months ago IST
Washington D.C. [USA], Feb 19 (ANI): In a breakthrough study, researchers have now identified eight new genomic regions that increase a person's risk for skin cancer.
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Poor sleep may increase risk of obesity, heart disease in women
Updated : 6 years, 4 months ago IST
Washington D.C. [USA], Feb 18 (ANI): Women who sleep poorly tend to eat unhealthy food and consume a lower-quality diet, thereby increasing the risk of obesity and heart disease, according to a new study.
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People with HIV at higher risk of COPD
Updated : 6 years, 4 months ago IST
Washington D.C. [USA], Feb 18 (ANI): In a recent study, researchers found that people in Ontario living with HIV had a 34 percent higher incidence rate of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and were diagnosed with the disease about 12 years younger than HIV-negative individuals.
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Study reveals IVF-conceived children have somewhat higher mortality risk
Updated : 6 years, 4 months ago IST
Washington D.C. [USA], Feb 18 (ANI): Breakthrough research claims that children conceived with assisted reproductive techniques including in vitro fertilization (IVF) have a somewhat higher mortality risk during their first weeks of life compared to their counterparts conceived naturally.
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Consume plant-based diet for healthy heart: Study
Updated : 6 years, 4 months ago IST
Washington D.C. [USA], Feb 18 (ANI): Following a plant-based diet and cutting down on consumption of animal products can reduce the risk of heart diseases, suggests a new study.
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Sitting more might lead to heart diseases in older women, suggests study
Updated : 6 years, 4 months ago IST
Texas [USA], Feb 18 (ANI): Sitting for longer durations might lead to higher risks of heart diseases for overweight or obese women post their menopause, suggests a new study.
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Young men who are taller may have lower risk of dementia in old age: Study
Updated : 6 years, 4 months ago IST
Washington D.C. [USA], Feb 15 (ANI): In an attempt to assess specific types of individuals at the risk of developing dementia, a study has revealed that men who are relatively taller during their young adulthood are less likely to suffer from this debilitating condition in their old age.
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Vitamin D deficiency during pregnancy linked to increased risk of ADHD
Updated : 6 years, 4 months ago IST
Washington D.C. [USA], Feb 15 (ANI): Prenatal factors such as vitamin D deficiency during pregnancy can influence the development of ADHD (attention deficit hyperactivity disorder) in babies, suggests a recent study.
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Optimistic partners can make you happier, live longer: Study
Updated : 6 years, 4 months ago IST
Washington D.C. [USA], Feb 15 (ANI): Having a healthy relationship with an optimistic partner can greatly reduce a person's risk of developing age-related health conditions such as Alzheimer's, dementia and cognitive decline.
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Study reveals living in greener neighbourhoods may postpone natural onset
Updated : 6 years, 4 months ago IST
Washington D.C. [USA], Feb 13 (ANI): Residing in greener spaces is associated with a wide variety of benefits, including a lower risk of obesity, improved attention capacity in children and slower physical decline in old age.
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