LONDON - Researchers led by an Indian-origin scientist at the Gladstone Institute, University of California, have found a novel way to coax a damaged heart to mend itself.

Bodyguard testifies that Anna Nicole Smith’s boyfriend, doctor supplied her with drugs

Widow of comedian Bernie Mac files wrongful death lawsuit against longtime doctor

CHICAGO — Comedian Bernie Mac’s widow has filed a wrongful death lawsuit in Chicago against the late comedian’s longtime doctor.

21 more swine flu cases in Delhi

NEW DELHI - As many as 21 people tested positive for swine flu Friday, taking the number of people infected by the Influenza A (H1N1) virus to 155, an official said.

11 more cases of dengue in Delhi

NEW DELHI - The national capital reported 11 new cases of dengue Friday, taking the total number of people affected by the mosquito-borne disease to 97 this year, an official said.

Swine flu: 58 deaths, 629 cases in past one week

NEW DELHI - The number of swine flu cases in the country is rising with 629 people testing positive for the influenza A (H1N1) and 58 deaths reported during the last week, the highest for the current year.

One more swine flu death in Orissa; toll reaches four

BHUBANESWAR - The swine flu toll in Orissa rose to four with the death of a 27-year-old Biswanath Ekka, a software engineer, in Bhubaneswar.

Polio cases drop by 76 percent

NEW DELHI - The number of polio cases has reduced drastically in India, with only seven cases reported till July 30 this year - a drop of 76 percent, the Lok Sabha was informed Friday.

India wins patent dispute against China for flu medicine

NEW DELHI - India has won a crucial patent dispute against China for treating influenza and epidemic fever through medicinal formulations using ‘pudina’ (mint) and ‘kalamegha’ (andrographis), the Lok Sabha was informed Friday.

Gene cocktail could help rejuvenate failing hearts

LONDON - A revolutionary technique developed by scientists could help cardiac patients rejuvenate their failing hearts.

H1N1 used new trick to cause pandemic

Sexual discrimination reconsidered

WASHINGTON - A new study has revealed that gender harassment with no sexual advances is also harmful to women’s physical and emotional health.

China takes more aid money for AIDS, malaria than African nations

SHANGHAI - China has been accused of exploiting a global fund set up to fight AIDS, malaria and tuberculosis.

Go at your own pace to be stronger!

WASHINGTON - A particular strength training technique that allows athletes to increase strength by progressing at their own pace, provides better results than standard techniques in which resistance is steadily increased.

Late diagnosis behind thousands of dementia deaths

LONDON - Thousands of dementia patients are dying at least four years earlier than those screened at the right time. This suggests many are finally diagnosed at a time of crisis or when the disease has already taken a strong hold.

Fertility treatments show diminishing returns

LONDON - Beware, fertility treatments might not work if they are tried repeatedly. A woman’s chances of becoming pregnant with in-vitro fertilisation or IVF falls dramatically after just the second try, experts warned Friday.

Little adversity beneficial for those with chronic back pain

WASHINGTON - A new study has revealed that for people with chronic back pain, having a little adversity in life can be protective and beneficial.

Sex boosting food items could cause hemorrhage, high BP, erectile dysfunction

KUALA LUMPUR - If you are thinking of buying food or beverages that claim to boost sexual appetite or slim you down, here’s a reality check-such items could take a toll on your health.

Six dental myths demystified

WASHINGTON - Irrespective of brushing, flossing, and twice-yearly dental check-ups if you still face dental problems, then there are things you need to know.

‘Lockerbie bomber Megrahi could not have faked his cancer’: UK oncologist Sikora

Disfigured Afghan teenager in Time magazine cover photo to undergo plastic surgery in Calif.

Montana health officials say loophole allows out-of-state residents to get medical marijuana

Damaged heart could soon be able to mend itself