Health News

Structure of key breast cancer target enzyme unraveled
A researcher at Hauptman-Woodward Medical Research Institute has moved a step closer to a cure, and possibly the prevention, of the most common type of breast cancer. ANI

Smoking claimed 673,000 Chinese lives in 2005
A multinational research team, led by scientists at Tulane University School of Public Health and Tropical Medicine, has lent more force to the suggestion that smoking is a significant risk factor for mortality and disease. ANI

Genetic mutations can predict childhood leukaemia relapse
A collaborative study by American researchers has revealed that changes in a gene called IKAROS can help predict a high likelihood of relapse in children with acute lymphoblastic leukaemia (ALL). ANI

Health News for August 14, 2008

Strict household smoking bans prevent teens from lighting up
Teenagers who have strict household smoking ban are less likely to experiment with cigarettes, according to a new study. ANI

1 in 7 Brit kids has never eaten fruits
One in seven Brit kids dont eat fruits, says a new report. ANI

Moisturisers can up skin cancer risk
Moisturisers may increase the risk of common skin cancers, according to a group of researchers. ANI

Cocaine-induced changes linked to persistent addictive behaviours
In two separate studies, scientists have identified specific cocaine-induced changes in dopamine (DA) neurons that play a vital role in persistent addictive behaviours linked with drugs. ANI

How flesh-eating bacteria invade bodys immune system
A new study has found that flesh-eating or Strep bacteria are able to survive and spread in the body by degrading a key immune defense molecule. ANI

Protein behind growth of blood cells unveiled
Experts at The Childrens Hospital of Philadelphia have discovered that a protein called Lnk is key to the normal growth of blood cells, shedding new light on the biological events that convert stem cells in the bone marrow into the broad variety of cells that circulate in the blood. ANI

Junk food can make kids naughty
Kids who are brought up on a diet of junk food are more likely to be badly behaved at school, experts have warned.Sugary and fatty snacks have been blamed for naughtiness and poor concentration, leading to campaigns for healthier lunches. ANI

Trapping WBC may be a novel strategy against chronic viral infections
Researchers at Yerkes National Primate Research Center and the Emory Vaccine Center have found that trapping disease-fighting white blood cells (WBC) in the lymph nodes might be a novel strategy against chronic viral infections, such as hepatitis C and HIV/AIDS. ANI

Ancient herb, Ashwagandha, cows milk combo boosts immunity
Ashwagandha, an herb used in the 5,000-year old practice of Ayurvedic medicine, along with whole cows milk can help boost immunity, says a group of US researchers. ANI

Coming soon, a device that can detect bird flu outbreak in two hours
Researchers from Nottingham Trent University in Britain are developing a device that can detect an outbreak of bird flu in two hours. ANI

Sexual dysfunction among ageing people may be due to different causes
A team of researchers, including an Indian-origin scientist, says that apart from aging, factors like mental and physical health, demographics and lifetime experiences also lead to sexual dysfunction. ANI

New mechanism behind autoimmunity development found
A new study from the National Institutes of Health (NIH) in the U.S. has led to the identification of a mechanism in the immune systems of mice that can lead to the development of autoimmune disease when inactivated. ANI

Childhood dairy intake strengthens kids bones as teens
Childhood dairy intake has a significant impact on the adolescent bone health, including bone density, bone mineral content, and bone area, according to a new study. ANI

Flavour enhancer MSG use linked to obesity
A new study has found that people who use monosodium glutamate, or MSG, as a flavour enhancer in their food are more likely to be overweight or obese, compared to those who dont use it. ANI