Health, Medicine and fitness news for December 3, 2008

Gene that protects body from lung cancer identified
Researchers at the University of Nottingham have identified a gene that protects the body from lung cancer. ANI

Extract of the plant cats claw may harbour dengue cure
A plant from the Amazon region called the cats claw has been found to be effective in combating dengue. ANI

Yeast studies provide clue about controlling cholesterol levels
Johns Hopkins researchers say that they have gained significant insights into the mechanism whereby a single-celled fungus regulates its version of cholesterol. ANI

Stress-related disorders deteriorates brains memory processing ability
Using functional MRI (fMRI), a researcher team, which was led by an Indian-origin scientist, has found that patients suffering from stress-related psychiatric disorders have impaired wiring in the area of the brain behind suppressing memory. ANI

Novel breast imaging technology can locate hard-to-detect cancers
A new study has claimed that breast-specific gamma imaging (BSGI) effectively detects cancers, which can easily dodge mammograms or clinical exam. ANI

Robotic technology can improve stroke rehabilitation
Using a novel, hand-operated robotic device along with functional MRI (fMRI), scientists have found that chronic stroke patients can be rehabilitated, says a new study. ANI

Portable CT boosts chance of stroke survival and recovery
Scientists have found that having a portable eight-slice computed tomography (CT) scanner in an emergency room can potentially increase the number of stroke victims who receive a potentially life-saving treatment. ANI

Too much exercise during pregnancy linked to fatal high BP condition
Women who take more than four and half hours of exercise a week during pregnancy are at an increased risk of suffering from dangerously high blood pressure, a study has shown. ANI

Blood thinners dont address long-term problems in Thrombosis patients
A multi-centre Canadian study has shown that blood thinners do not cure long-term consequences of Deep venous thrombosis (DVT), the formation of blood clots in the lower limbs. ANI

Now, an online test to predict depression
An online test, called predictD, has been developed by University College London researchers which can tell whether or not a person is suffering from depression. ANI

More than two glasses of wine a day can cause heart trouble for women
Women who have more than two glasses of wine a day are at a risk of developing a potentially fatal heart problem, a new study has found. ANI

Elderly tend to feel younger than their biological ages
Older adults feel about 13 years younger than their actual age, says a new study, which analyzed responses of 516 men and women age 70 and older. ANI

Gene linked to age-related hearing loss identified
Scientists have identified a new gene, which may provide insights into the development of presbycusis, or age-related hearing loss. ANI

The protein that warns the liver that fatty cheese burger is on its way
Just after you finish gorging on burger, french fries and cola, a protein produced by the liver sends a signal that fat is on the way, according to a study. ANI

Being too committed in romance can be hazardous to health
Being too committed in a romantic relationship can be unhealthy, says a new study, which found that people who put too much emotional load on their rapport are prone to depression and anxiety. ANI

Drug marketing techniques compromising patients safety, says report
Patients safety is being compromised in America because medicines these days are reviewed and released onto the market faster than ever before, says a report. ANI