Study on cell division may pave way for future cancer therapy
A cell biologist at the Medical College of Georgia is carrying out a study to gain deep understanding about the process of cell division, as he believes that it may pave the way for a potential cancer therapy. ANI
No clear proof that antidepressants alleviate low back pain
They are commonly prescribed for low back pain, but a new review by Cochrane researchers has found no clear evidence that antidepressants work on this chronic pain. ANI
Whole grain foods may cut diabetes risk
An analysis of previously carried out study reviews on the association between whole grain foods and type 2 diabetes risk appears to have backed the theory that such foods may reduce the likelihood of developing the disease, especially in people who consume a diet high in unrefined grains. ANI
Chinese scientists developing new HIV vaccine
Scientists are developing a new AIDS vaccine with the ability to ward off three variants of HIV sweeping across Hong Kong, Taiwan, and western areas of China. ANI
Helmets do reduce chances of accidental death, confirms international review
An analysis of data from a variety of studies on the usefulness of helmets has confirmed that helmets significantly reduce the likelihood of accidental death as well as injury. ANI
Hawthorn extract may be the best tonic for the heart
A group of Cochrane researchers has found that hawthorn extract is effective in controlling symptoms of chronic heart disease, and in improving a range of heart-related measurements. ANI
New compounds active against tuberculosis, malaria discovered
A researcher at the University of Navarra has discovered new compounds active for treating tuberculosis and malaria. ANI
Now, a wearable sensor system to investigate causes of asthma attacks
A sensor system developed by Georgia Tech Research Institute (GTRI) researchers has the capability to carry out continuous monitoring of the air around persons prone to asthma attacks. ANI
Washing hands significantly reduces diarrhoea episodes
A new study has suggested that hand washing can significantly reduce episodes of diarrhoea. ANI
Aspirin and ibuprofen effective for short-term relief of low-back pain
Non steroidal painkillers such as aspirin and ibuprofen are effective for reducing low-back pain in the short-term, says a Cochrane Systematic Review. ANI
Cranberry juice may reduce urinary tract infections in women
Cranberry juice not only makes a tasty drink, but as it turns out, it may also help reduce recurrent urinary tract infections (UTIs) in women, says a Cochrane Systematic Review. ANI
Drugs that bulk up muscles may make injuries more likely
Drugs that bulk up muscles might have a troubling side effect - small, brittle tendons that could make muscle injuries more likely. ANI