One more dies of H1N1 in Orissa, toll rises to threeBHUBANESWAR - The swine flu toll in Orissa rose to three Wednesday with the state government confirming the death of a 48-year-old man due to the H1N1 virus. Life is without toilets for millions in BiharPATNA - Parvatia Devi and her young daughter, residents of Ranipur village near the Bihar capital, make their way to an open field under the cover of darkness every day - to defecate. They are the faces of millions of people in Bihar - around 8.8 million households in a state of over 100 million people - who have no toilet facilites. Summary Box: fed probe of doping allegations could hurt foundation arm of Lance Armstrong Inc.
Swine flu: Three Maharashtra doctors suspendedKOLHAPUR - A year after Influenza A (H1N1) claimed India’s first victim in Pune, the Maharashtra government Tuesday suspended three doctors, citing irregularities and negligence in duties in treating patients. Obesity rates: Gap closing between what Americans say they weigh and what measurements show more images Rajya Sabha passes bill on uniformity in healthcareNEW DELHI - A bill seeking uniformity in healthcare delivery by making registration of all clinical establishments mandatory was passed by the Rajya Sabha Tuesday. One more dies of swine flu in West BengalKOLKATA - The swine flu death toll in West Bengal rose to four with a teenager dying due to the Influenza A HINI infection, while two more people tested positive for the disease, an official said Tuesday. Mumbai hospital offers solution to IVF pregnancy failuresMUMBAI - Offering a ray of hope against recurrent In Vitro Fertilisation (IVF) pregnancy failures, a leading hospital here is offering metabolomics profiling that will enable doctors shift from multiple to single embryo transfer. 12 students ill after gas leak in schoolLUCKNOW - Twelve girl students of a government-aided school in Uttar Pradesh’s Faizabad district were hospitalised Tuesday after they fell unconscious following a gas leak from a generator in the school, officials said. 17 new swine flu cases in DelhiNEW DELHI - As many as 17 people tested positive for swine flu here, taking the total number of confirmed cases to 104 in the national capital, an official said Tuesday. Seven fresh dengue cases in DelhiNEW DELHI - The national capital Tuesday reported seven fresh confirmed cases of dengue, taking the number of people affected by the mosquito-borne disease to 68 this year, an official said. Exercise, caloric restriction may delay debilitating effects of agingWASHINGTON - A new research at the Harvard University has found out a mechanism through which caloric restriction and exercise may delay some of the debilitating effects of aging by rejuvenating connections between nerves and the muscles that they control. Mentorship program helps fight childhood obesityWASHINGTON - A new study found that pairing healthy young adults with urban middle school students helped the adolescents adopt healthy habits, active lifestyles and a healthy weight. Junk food causing surge in illnesses and allergies in UK: StudyLONDON - Britain is facing a spike in allergies and illnesses across the country - courtesy junk food, says a new study. Over-the-counter drugs could be fatal: US magNEW YORK - Over-the-counter supplements could harm your health instead of helping it, says American mag Consumer Reports investigation. Full fat dairy could cut risk of death related to heart diseasesMELBOURNE - If you love dairy products, it’s time for you to rejoice - a new study claims that not only they are harmless, they may even cut down risk of cardiovascular-related death. Starving kids and youth ‘more likely to have health problems’WASHINGTON - A recent report has revealed that children and youth who experience hunger are more likely to have health problems, and repeated episodes of hunger may be particularly toxic. Long-term lung cancer survivors’ breathlessness woesWASHINGTON - Scientists have found that most of the lung cancer survivors suffer from dyspnea or shortness of breath. Home-based diagnosis and treatment of sleep apnea viable: Study
Aerobic exercise may improve asthma symptomsWASHINGTON - Brazilian researchers have found that regular aerobic exercise may help improve respiratory symptoms and psychological distress in adult patients with asthma. Having a sister makes you less likely to feel down in the dumpsWASHINGTON - Having a sister makes 10- to 14-year-olds a bit less likely to suffer depression - that’s one of several intriguing findings from a new study. ‘Maharashtra is India’s swine flu capital’MUMBAI - One year after the deadly Influenza A (H1N1) claimed India’s first victim in Pune, Maharashtra has emerged as the country’s swine flu capital, a top health official said here Tuesday. Teen internet addicts face double depression riskLONDON - Teenagers who are addicted to the internet are more than twice as likely to suffer from depression. Brit woman on trial for ‘kicking three-inch stiletto heel’ into boyfriend’s eye socketLONDON - A British woman fractured her boyfriend’s eye socket, and burst a blood vessel in his brain when she kicked him with a three-inch stiletto heel, a trial heard. Teen Internet addicts ‘more likely to suffer depression’WASHINGTON - A recent study has revealed that teenagers who use the Internet pathologically are more likely to develop depression than those who don’t. ‘Blood transfusion can raise heart attack risk’LONDON - Concerns are being voiced that while blood transfusions have saved lives, they may have also taken some. Pregnant women benefit from close-knit community: StudyWASHINGTON - A new study showed that a strong sense of community is very beneficial to pregnant women. Oak moth pest could pose significant health risk to humans: StudyLONDON - The caterpillar of the oak processionary moth, which damages oak trees, could pose a danger to humans too, says a study. Scarlett Keeling’s mother fears being murdered by Goa “drugs nexus”PANAJI - The mother of murdered British teenager Scarlett Keeling has claimed that her own life was in danger after accusing a politician of involvement in her daughter’s death. Nanoparticle ’smart bomb’ formed by bee venom may harbour cancer cureWASHINGTON - A toxic protein in bee venom, when altered, significantly improves the effectiveness liposome-encapsulated drugs or dyes, such as those already used to treat or diagnose cancer, according to a new study. Tricking the brain to shed weightLONDON - Being a little smart may help you lose weight! The brain can be tricked into shedding weight by eating high satiety, low-calorie foods like apples, bananas and grapes. Cheers! Beer can help you lose weightLONDON - Swapping two glasses of red a night for a pint of beer can help people lose weight, according to a new study. Cholesterol levels in young adults predict future heart disease riskWASHINGTON - A 20-year study has found that young people with even modestly elevated cholesterol levels are more likely to develop coronary artery calcium and atherosclerosis later in life. Scarlett Keeling’s killers ‘gave her drugs’, claims her motherPANAJI - The mother of a British teenager Scarlett Keeling has told a children’s court in Panaji, Goa, that daughter was given drugs by the two men who have been convicted for her rape and murder. Ehlers Danlos Syndrome Patient’s Recovery Surprises WorldHigh heels may lead to joint degeneration, knee osteoarthritisWASHINGTON - A new study has found that prolonged wearing of and walking in high heels can contribute to joint degeneration and knee osteoarthritis. Keeping heart healthy may slow down brain agingWASHINGTON - Want to slow down the aging process of your brain? Well, then start keeping you heart healthy, suggests a new study. |
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