Category: Education
‘No Smoking’ Campaigns Could Have Opposite Effect: Researchers
Researchers have claimed that “Just say no” public health campaigns, which are aimed at stopping people from drinking or smoking, may in fact be having the opposite effect. Although public health bodies frequently post signs and advertisements warning people not […]
Vitamin D in pregnancy may prevent multiple sclerosis- Research
Researchers said Thursday they have found evidence that Vitamin D supplements for pregnant women in the world’s colder, darker countries may stave off multiple sclerosis (MS) in their offspring. The finding adds to a growing body of work showing a […]
Gene variations linked to lung cancer susceptibility in Asian women- Research
An international group of scientists has identified three genetic regions that predispose Asian women who have never smoked to lung cancer. The finding provides further evidence that risk of lung cancer among never-smokers, especially Asian women, may be associated with […]
Pesticide Exposure Added to Head Injury Triples Risk for Parkinson’s Disease – Study
A new study found people who have had a head injury and have lived or worked near areas where the pesticide paraquat was used on crops, may be three times more likely to develop Parkinson’s disease. The study is published […]
Audio Therapy Can Reduce Patient Anxiety During Cataract Surgery
Using an audio therapy known as binaural beats can significantly reduce patients’ anxiety during cataract surgery, research shows. The 141-patient study, conducted in Thailand, is the first of its kind in cataract surgery, which is one of the most frequently […]
Heavy Use of Facebook Could Make You Fat, Broke and Lazy, Say Researchers
Facebook users who interact with large number of friends are more prone to impulse shopping and overindulgence in junk food, reveal researchers. “Simply browsing Facebook makes people feel better about themselves and momentarily enhances their self-esteem,” the Daily Mail quoted […]
First Trial Of Delivering Anti-Cancer Drugs In Humans- Research
For the first time a completely new way of delivering anti-cancer drugs to tumours, using ‘minicells’ derived from bacteria, has been tested in humans. And it was found to be safe, well-tolerated and even induced stable disease in patients with […]
Wealthy Kids More Vulnerable to Peanut Allergy Risk- Study
Children belonging wealthy families are more at risk of developing a life-threatening allergy to peanuts. Peanut allergy commonly causes breathing problems, but occasionally results in fatal anaphylactic shock. The number of British youngsters with the condition is believed to have […]
Nearly Half of Diabetic Men in India Suffer From Erectile Dysfunction- Study
Nearly half of Indian men with diabetes are suffering from erectile dysfunction, finds a study. The study conducted by Alpha One Andrology Group – an association of doctors dealing in sex-related problems in men – took into account nearly 2,500 […]
Kawasaki Disease Might Be The Cause If There Is High Fever and Evidence of a Virus- Study
When diagnosing a child who has a high fever and whose tests show evidence of adenovirus clinicians should take caution and not assume the virus is responsible for Kawasaki-like symptoms. Adenovirus detection is not uncommon among children with Kawasaki disease, […]
