Govt to announce packages for bird flu-hit farmers, industry: Pawar
Union Agriculture Minister Sharad Pawar has said that the Central Government is likely to announce packages for the farmers in the bird-flu hit West Bengal and for poultry industry in the next 8-10 days. ANI
Scientists identify key factor in the cause of metabolic syndrome
Researchers at the Joslin Diabetes Center have made advancement in the fight against metabolic syndrome and its associated atherosclerosis, disorders, by identifying insulin resistance in the liver as a key factor in the cause of the condition. ANI
Kids too can have high cholesterol levels
High cholesterol is not just confined to adults, for children can have it too even if they are not overweight, says a new study. ANI
Hand-held computers can help older adults exercise more
They may be wary of it, but technology really can help whip middle aged and older adults into shape. ANI
Resistance training may reduce fat, improve metabolism
Strength training, in addition to the endurance training, may benefit overweight individuals, suggests a new study conducted on mice. ANI
Muscular dystrophy drug holds promise for fighting cystic fibrosis
Researchers at the University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB) have found that an experimental drug called PTC124, which has already proven effective in treating patients with muscular dystrophy, can also help battle cystic fibrosis. ANI