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Blood Test can reveal Peanut and Seafood Allergy
A simple blood test can predict who can have severe allergic reactions to peanuts and seafood, researchers from Mount Sinai Hospital have reported. To detect food allergies, physicians typically use skin prick tests or blood tests that…
Australian Researchers find Unique Way to Combat Dengue
Australian researchers have come up with a unique way of preventing the spread of the dengue virus, a mosquito-borne disease that currently has no approved vaccine, according to a media report on Wednesday.
The University of…
Shock Treatment may Cure Depression
For people suffering from major depression who do not respond to conventional medications, shock treatment can provide an effective alternative, confirm researchers, including one of Indian origin.
Electroconvulsive therapy (ECT),…
‘Facebook Generation’ happier than Teenagers a Decade Ago
Today's "Facebook Generation" is happier and healthier than teenagers a decade ago, finds a new study. Adolescence is a crucial stage in life when you lay the foundation for adulthood.
The findings, published online by the European…
Christians feel targeted at ‘Peace Conference’ in Bhubaneswar
By S Banerjee: The Islamic Research and Development Foundation ( IRDF), Odisha organized a peace conference on the topic--- “Is the Bible God’s Word?” at Jayadev Bhawan in Bhubaneswar on 24th March. The main speakers were Dr Shuaib Sayyad…
Micropacemaker to treat Foetus with Heart Block
In a first, researchers have designed a fully implantable micropacemaker for use in a foetus with complete heart block. Reported in the journal Heart Rhythm, the micropacemaker has been designated a Humanitarian Use Device by the US Food…
Mangala Bank run by Beggars, for Beggars in Bihar Town
A group of beggars in Gaya town in Bihar has opened their own bank, which they run and manage to provide financial security in times of crisis. Dozens of beggars, who have been depending for their survival on alms from hundreds of Hindu…
‘Good’ Bacteria may help Prevent Meningitis
Researchers have found that nasal drops of a "good" bacterial strain can help prevent the deadly disease meningitis. The findings could lead to a new approach that could help suppress meningitis outbreaks.
"It is the first time that…
Ebola more deadly for Young Children: Study
Ebola is more likely to be fatal for children under five, an international team of scientists led by Imperial College London and the World Health Organisation (WHO) said on Wednesday, a media report said on Thursday.
The team analyzed…
Eight Oils that can Heal Your Body
Using an adequate amount of the right kinds of fats and oils can play a pivotal role in slowing down the ageing of your body. Good fats provide the body with fuel alongside the feeling of fullness. These can also stimulate fat burning.…