Category: Health alert
Google Glass may obstruct peripheral vision
The characteristic hardware of the Google Glass frame partially obstructs peripheral vision above the right eye, according to an ophthalmologist who owns the wearable tech himself. “I actually had Google Glass myself when it first came out, and I almost […]
Shift work may make people dumber
PEOPLE who work shifts for 10 years or more may suffer loss of memory and brain power, said a study yesterday that also warned of safety concerns in high-risk jobs. The effects on brain function can be reversed, but this […]
Speech analyser could reveal mental health
A programme that analyses speech and uses it to gain information about one’s mental health is in the works. The idea to develop such a device came when researchers, including an Indian-origin scientist, from the University of Maryland in the […]
Healthy gums for stronger heart
DIAGNOSING a chronic disease in its early stage is difficult although treating it at this stage is easy. This applies especially to periodontal (gum and jaw bone) disease suffered by the majority of the adult population. A popular health poster […]
Hair disorder could signal dental decay
If you are experiencing hair fall problems, your teeth may require extra care as researchers have found that hair disorder could increase risk of dental decay. Keratins, proteins associated with strong hair, are important for tooth enamel, the findings showed. […]
Home blood pressure monitors could prove inaccurate
A recent study to be presented at ASN Kidney Week 2014 in Philadelphia revealed home blood pressure monitors may be inaccurate in up to 15% of patients. Major guidelines recommend home blood pressure monitoring to guide diagnosis and treatment of […]
Can you drink too much milk? Study links milk drinking to dying younger, fractures
Drink lots of milk to strengthen your bones and boost your health, doctors say. But a study in The BMJ medical journal on Wednesday said Swedes with a high intake of cow’s milk died younger – and women suffered more […]
Beware of new flu strains: Expert
SINGAPORE – The peak flu season is coming up, with the H3N2 virus likely to be the prevalent strain. But experts said there is a need to be prepared for new strains as the flu virus is ever evolving. Professor […]
Hidden dangers of hand sanitizers
Lately, it seems that every supermarket has a hand-sanitizing station prominently displayed near the doors. In fact, the trend of using hand sanitizers has really ramped up in recent years, with more people carrying around their own personal-size versions of […]
Young adults at risk of Osteoporosis
A study by Madras Medical College has revealed that even young adults are at risk of developing osteoporosis. The hospital’s rheumatology department screened 1,172 people in the 20-40 age group, with around 80 per cent being women, for bone density. […]
