Health News

Sack lunches may not provide adequate nutrients to preschooler
Packing lunch for your child might not be a good idea, for a new study has found that sack lunches may not regularly provide adequate nutrients for the growth and development of young children. ANI

Health-monitoring system helps maintain older adults well-being
Many older adults want to remain active and independent for as long as possible. Now, researchers from University of Missouri suggest that installing health monitoring system can help keep check on the health of the elderly and ensure their privacy. ANI

New drug shows potential to treat angina, other cardiac problems
A compound, designed to prevent chest pains in heart patients, could act as a drug to treat angina and possibly other cardiac pathologies, according to a study on animals. ANI

Health News for June 26, 2008

Two global TB initiatives to be announced on Monday
Two major health initiatives that will have a substantial impact in the fight against the global tuberculosis (TB) epidemic will be announced on Monday. ANI

The Pill is an outdated method of contraception, says expert
The contraceptive pill is outdated and results in unwanted pregnancies and abortions because women in the UK dont use it correctly, a Brit expert has said. ANI

Winter months bring more heart failures
Researchers from the University of Queensland have confirmed an association between winter months and an increase in heart failure. ANI

New treatment for prostate cancer helps maintain sexual function as well
Medics at Brisbanes Princess Alexandra Hospital have given fresh hope to prostate cancer patients, by developing a new treatment that could reduce painful side effects and help maintain sexual function. ANI

High levels of urinary albumin excretion may lead to hypertension
People with higher levels of urinary albumin excretion, even within the normal range are at greater risk of developing hypertension. ANI

Smart money required to counter AIDS crisis
The global fight against HIV/Aids needs smart money, not more money, the worlds largest humanitarian agency has claimed. ANI

WHO releases new report on water, sanitation and hygiene
Safer Water for Better Health is the first-ever report providing country-by-country estimates of the burden of disease due to poor water, sanitation and hygiene. ANI

President, Prime Minister call for united fight against drug abuse
President Pratibha Devi Singh Patil and the Prime Minister Dr. Manmohan Singh, in their messages on the occasion of International Day against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking, appealed to the people today to put up a united fight against drug abuse and illicit trafficking. ANI

Scientists identify second genetic risk factor for late-onset Alzheimers disease
Alzheimers disease has long been believed to be caused because of mutation in a single gene, but now scientists have identified a second gene, called calcium homeostasis modulator 1 (CALHM1), that is responsible for the late-onset of this neurodegenerative disorder.Alzheimers disease is a progressive neurodegenerative disorder characterized by a massive loss of neurons in several brain regions and by the presence of amyloid-B plaques. ANI

Not all complementary therapies are safe: Study
Complementary therapies might just help in bringing mild relief in depression and premenstrual syndrome, but its not safe for all, suggest experts from a German Institute. ANI

Single Indian takeaway chokes your daily caloric allowance
You might not notice it, but while relishing an Indian takeaway joints hot curry, youre actually packing in more saturated fat than a person should eat in a day, says a new research. ANI

Low childhood IQ linked to dementia in old age
A persons IQ in childhood may predict his or her odds of getting a common form of dementia in old age, according to a new study. ANI

Marijuana may help ease nerve pain
A new study from University of California Davis has revealed that smoking marijuana can cut pain intensity in patients with nerve pain. ANI

Oregano is better for your heart and brain than for your pizza
Apart from making your pizza more delicious, oregano seasoning can help cure inflammations also, suggests a new study. ANI