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Study discovers how brain processes, stores words that we hear
Updated : 2 years, 8 months ago IST
According to neuroscientists from Georgetown University Medical Centre, the brain's auditory lexicon, or catalogue of verbal language, is located in the front of the primary auditory cortex, not the rear - a discovery that challenges a century-long understanding of this part of the brain. Th
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Department of Health: Abu Dhabi announces two Stroke Centres of Excellence
Updated : 2 years, 8 months ago IST
The Department of Health of Abu Dhabi (DoH), the regulator of the healthcare sector in the Emirate, announced Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi and Sheikh Shakhbout Medical City (SSMC) as Centres of Excellence for stroke in the Emirate.
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Suryakumar Yadav pulling off shots that I never did: AB de Villiers on com
Updated : 2 years, 8 months ago IST
Experts have been forced to draw comparisons between Suryakumar and the former Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) great due to his ability to play strokes all over the park.
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SAFF Championship: India, Kuwait play out 1-1 draw, Anwar Ali spoils Blue
Updated : 2 years, 8 months ago IST
In what was a high-tempo and high-tempered contest from start to finish, Sunil Chhetri's 92nd international goal, a clinical volley put India ahead at the stroke of half-time. However, an unfortunate own goal from Anwar Ali in second-half injury time put a heartbreaking and unfortunate end t
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Diksha Dagar dominates Tipsort Czech Ladies Open, wins after almost five y
Updated : 2 years, 8 months ago IST
Diksha Dagar carded rounds of 69, 65 and 69 for a 54-hole total of 203, 13-under-par and a four-stroke victory over Thailand's Trichat Cheenglab.
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Bariatric surgery reduces risk of major cardiac events in patients with ob
Updated : 2 years, 8 months ago IST
According to a new study presented at the American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery (ASMBS) 2023 Annual Scientific Meeting, bariatric surgery, also known as weight-loss or metabolic surgery, was associated with a 42% lower risk of major adverse cardiovascular events (MACE) such as
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New study expands understanding of treatment-resistant hypertension
Updated : 2 years, 9 months ago IST
Medication keeps hypertension--high blood pressure that can lead to stroke or heart attack--at bay for many patients. But what if the medication that doctors generally give doesn't work? This type of high blood pressure, known as apparent resistant hypertension (aRH), necessitates additional
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Exercise can lead to strokes in those who have blocked arteries: Study
Updated : 2 years, 9 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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Extreme weather in China destroys farms, kill animals
Updated : 2 years, 9 months ago IST
Amid extreme weather shocks, China has been facing floods and strokes of heat at the same time. While several provinces receive heavy downpours affecting the crops, some have come under the grip of extreme heat, reported The New York Times.
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Exercise may cause strokes in persons who have blocked arteries: Study
Updated : 2 years, 9 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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Bihar: Two die due to heatwave in Gaya
Updated : 2 years, 9 months ago IST
"Currently, 58 patients suffering from heatwave have been admitted here. Out of which two have died and the rest are undergoing treatment. 25 more beds have been increased in the heat stroke ward. The number of
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Clark pips McIlroy to US Open as Asian star Tom Kim registers first top-10
Updated : 2 years, 9 months ago IST
Wyndham Clark, who was the co-leader after three rounds, grinded out an even par 70, which included a two-putt par from nearly 60 feet on the last green to secure his first major triumph with a one-stroke win on 10-under 270. Rory McIlroy (70) finished runner-up after a 70 while World No. 1
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