Physical activity may reduce menopausal anxiety, stress and depression
A new study has suggested that physical activity by menopausal women can help reduce a variety of psychological symptoms such as - anxiety, stress and depression. ANI
Shorter Hepatitis C treatment more successful and cost-effective
A recent study has revealed that Hepatitis C (HCV), when treated with peginterferon and ribavirin, for shorter durations, can yield success rates similar to those from longer treatment lengths, with cost-savings and lower risk of serious side effects. ANI
Physicians tips to prevent older adults from adverse drug events
The key to preventing older adults from adverse effects of medicines lies in certain precautions that doctors may exercise prescribing drugs, say clinicians at Tufts University School of Medicine. ANI
Elderly surgical patients at increased risk for developing cognitive problems
Researchers at the Duke University Medical Center have revealed that patients over the age of 60, who have elective surgeries such as joint replacements, hysterectomies and other non-emergency, inpatient procedures, are at an increased risk for long-term cognitive problems. ANI
US pharmaceutical companies spend twice as much on promotion as on R and D
Pharmaceutical companies in the US spend almost twice as much on medicine promotion activities as they do on research and development (R and D) initiatives, says a report. ANI
Young smokers more likely to give up cigs than their older counterparts
A new study has shown that young adults are more likely to quit smoking successfully than their older counterparts. ANI
30 minutes of regular exercise holds major health and well-being benefits
Moderate exercise for half an hour a day, yields huge benefits in terms of mood, health, weight and the ability to live an independent and fulfilling life, according to the January issue of Mayo Clinic Womens HealthSource. ANI
Women smokers at increased lung disease risk than men
Women who smoke a lot are at an increased risk of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), a disabling breathing disorder including emphysema and chronic bronchitis, according to the January issue of Mayo Clinic Womens HealthSource. ANI
Researchers identify possible Parkinsons trigger
Researchers at the Albert Einstein College of Medicine of Yeshiva University have shed light on the onset of Parkinsons disease, by finding that a glitch in the mechanism through which bodys cells recycle damaged components may trigger the degenerative disorder. ANI
Obese people more prone to fatal accidents due to lesser seatbelt use
Obesity not only increases the risk of diabetes and cardiovascular problems, but also elevates the risk of a car accident, for a study has revealed that heavy people are less likely to use their seatbelts. ANI
Researchers get closer to spotting AIDS virus Achilles heel
In what may provide important tips for designing an effective AIDS vaccine, scientists have found that two simple changes in its outer envelope protein may render the AIDS virus vulnerable to attack by the immune system. ANI
Electronic switch may help in developing rheumatoid arthritis treatment
Scientists at the University of Leeds have raised hopes for the development of new treatments for inflammatory diseases such as rheumatoid arthritis, by identifying how atoms move across cell membranes in the human body. ANI
4-month course of hormone treatment may delay prostate cancer growth by 8 years
Researchers at the University of California - San Francisco (UCSF) have suggested that just four months of hormonal therapy could delay prostate cancer growth by up to eight years. ANI
Index to ring finger length ratio linked to arthritis risk
A study of index to ring finger length ratio (2D:4D) has revealed that having uncommonly long ring fingers raises the risk of developing osteoarthritis, the most common form of arthritis that results in severe pain in the joints. ANI
Antigen gene package to help bring cancer in the firing line
Scientists are trying to develop a process to place tumours in the firing line, where they may be attacked by the bodys immune system effectively. ANI
Scientists slam celebrities for unscientific promotion of fads
When it comes to endorsing fad diets and giving advice on medical matters, celebrities should first check their facts, say scientists. ANI
Red-wine waste could spring next-generation drugs against oral disease
A new study has revealed that specific polyphenols present in red-wine byproducts may considerably reduce the ability of bacteria to cause cavities. ANI
Immune cell protein may stop allergic reactions leading to asthma
Researchers at the Johns Hopkins Asthma and Allergy Center have found that activating a protein called Siglec-8, which is present on some immune cells, may be the key to stopping allergic reactions that lead to asthma. ANI
Energy-saving light bulbs could trigger migraines
Health experts in the UK have warned that energy-saving light bulbs could lead to migraines. ANI
Smoking induces hearing problems in teenagers
Teenagers who smoke, or whose mother used to smoke while bearing the child, are at a very high risk of hearing problems and understanding what is being said, says a study. ANI
Cradle of familiarity identified in the brain
Carnegie Mellon University researchers have devised a way to identify brain areas where peoples thoughts and perceptions of familiar objects originate. ANI
Scientists identify immunity proteins new role in autoimmune disorders
Researchers have identified the previously unknown role of a chemical messenger or an immunity protein known as interleukin 17 (IL-17), in the development of autoimmune disorders like rheumatoid arthritis and lupus. ANI
Daily alcohol increases sexual arousal, decreases inhibitions in males
Researchers at the Penn Sate have discovered that daily alcohol use can change male sexual behaviour, in terms of exual arousal, sexual inhibition, and sexual preferences. ANI