Category: Education
Mobile phone addiction linked to depression
A new study from the University of Illinois finds that addiction to, and not simply use of, mobile technology is linked to anxiety and depression in college-age students. The study was published in the journal Computers in Human Behavior. “There’s […]
Medical marijuana results ‘promising’
Investigators with the University of Alabama at Birmingham Cannabidiol Program will present the first results drawn from the CBD oil studies underway at UAB and Children’s of Alabama. Three abstracts will be presented at the annual meeting of the American […]
Yogurt may help prevent high blood pressure
Women who ate five or more servings of yogurt per week had a lower risk of developing high blood pressure compared to those who rarely ate yogurt, according to research presented at the American Heart Association’s Epidemiology/Lifestyle 2016 Scientific Sessions. […]
Peanuts may help people lose weight
Middle school children lost weight when they snacked on peanuts, says a study from the University of Houston. The 12-week study was conducted by researchers at the University of Houston Department of Health and Human Performance (HHP), Baylor College of […]
Novel immunotherapy may beat brain cancer
Researchers, including one of Indian-origin, have shown that a next-generation cell-based immunotherapy may offer new hope in the fight against the most aggressive form of brain cancer called glioma. Despite improvements in surgical procedures, chemotherapy, and radiotherapy, this type of […]
Our hair and nails’ secret toxic tale
A team of scientists has discovered potentially harmful chemicals used in flame retardants in hair, toenails and fingernails. The Indiana University discovery of an easily available biomarker should ease the way for further research to determine the human impact of […]
Poor oral health can lead to big health issues
While we are focused on doing regular health checks, most of us are guilty of ignoring our dental health. And, that, health experts insist isn’t good. Dental health deserves as much, if not more importance, as it could lead to […]
Energy drinks trigger bad for the heart, blood pressure
A clinical trial led by researchers from University of the Pacific and David Grant Medical Center adds to the evidence that energy drinks may be bad for your heart. “Our findings suggest certain energy drinks may increase the risk of […]
Blood test could predict second stroke
A common blood test may be used to predict the likelihood of a second stroke. Researchers found a link between high levels of a protein found in the blood (C Reactive Proteins) with increased risk of recurring ischemic stroke. Ischemic […]
Stress causes cancer to spread – study
Australian researchers have established a link between high levels of stress and the spread of cancer, in a study that could affect the way doctors treat the disease. The researchers, from Melbourne’s Monash University, established that the psychological effects of […]
