Law to curb smoking at workplace soon: Ramadoss
Union Health Minister Anbumani Ramadoss on Friday said that the anti-tobacco law would be broadened to curb smoking at workplaces. ANI
Government to toughen its anti-smoking laws
The Union Cabinet on Friday decided to toughen anti-smoking laws, restricting smoking in public places and advertisement of tobacco products. ANI
Obese at higher risk to of developing multiple myeloma
Boffins have found that obese persons are at higher risk as compared to lean person to develop multiple myeloma. ANI
Manic depression linked with shrinking brain
A new study has linked bipolar disorder or manic depression with accelerated shrinking of the brain. ANI
Novel adult stem cell growth method may help treat cornea disorders
Ophthalmologists at the University Clinic of the University of Navarra have confirmed the efficacy of a self-designed, novel method of adult stem cell growth for its capacity to grow cornea stem cells in animal studies. ANI
How diet and exercise can help you live longer
A new research has shown just how a sensible diet, exercise and weight control helps people live a longer life. ANI
Prostate cancer drug doesnt diminish sexual function in most men
Men worried about taking finasteride, a drug proven effective in preventing prostate cancer, just because it might effect their performance in the bedroom, can now put their fears to rest, thanks to a new study. ANI
Experts identify vaccine target for HIV
An international team of researchers has identified three gene variants in the DNA of 486 people infected with HIV that appear to have helped some of the patients fight off the virus and delay the onset of full-blown AIDS. ANI
Paediatric use of ADHD drug may affect developing brain
The use of Ritalin, a stimulant similar to amphetamine and cocaine which is one of the most prescribed drugs for the attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), by young children may cause long-term changes in the developing brains, according to a study of mice by researchers at Weill Cornell Medical College in New York City. ANI
First genome-wide study of infectious disease may improve HIV therapies
A recent genome-wide study of infectious disease, the first of its kind, has opened new avenues for HIV treatment and vaccines. ANI
Heres how anti-smoking ads succeed
Public service announcements carrying anti-smoking messages can be made more appealing to youngsters by designing their subject matter in such a manner as convinces them that their peers also pay a heed to the campaign spots, rather than authoritatively suggesting that they kick the butt, according to Georgia University researchers. ANI
Self-harming among teens more common than thought
A new study has suggested that teens indulgence in non-suicidal injury is more common than what was previously suspected. ANI