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Skin Test may help Diagnose Alzheimer’s Early
Skin tests can be used to detect elevated levels of abnormal proteins found in Alzheimer's and Parkinson's diseases, a new research has found. "Until now, pathological confirmation was not possible without a brain biopsy, so these diseases…
Researchers develop Blood Test for Early Cancer Detection
Researchers in the US, led by an India-born physician scientist, have said they have developed a new blood test that has the potential to detect cancers in their earliest stages. In a proof-of-principle study, researchers from Stanford…
Timely Meals, Early to Bed can prevent Mental Illness
Living a structured life with regular meal times and early bedtimes can lead to a better life and perhaps even prevent the onset of mental illness, suggests a study. Our daily sleep-wake cycle is governed by an internal 24-hour timer -- the…
Newly-discovered Virus behind US Man’s Death
A newly-discovered virus has led to the death of a man in Kansas, according to media reports. The victim became ill last spring after he was bitten by ticks, USA Today reported, citing federal health officials Friday. Following the tick…
Protein that keeps the Heart Beating Identified
In a major discovery that may eventually help scientists treat heart problems that kill millions of people every year, scientists have identified how a particular protein plays a central role in the continuous heartbeat. Those beats must be…
Eggs, Meat won’t give You Bad Cholesterol: US Panel
Much to the delight of egg and meat lovers, a US advisory health panel has determined that dietary restrictions may not affect the level of bad cholesterol in the blood. The recommendations may mark a major shift in dietary habits of some…
Women Doctors at Higher Divorce risk
Female physicians are approximately one and a half times more likely to be divorced than male physicians of a similar age, says a study. Those female physicians who work longer hours are at increased risk, possibly because of the need for…
‘Human Body on a Chip’ to test Deadly Radiation Impact
In a first, the US military and civilian science agencies are working on a project to develop miniature human organs on plastic chips to test the fallout of deadly radiation on people. Each year, the US government spends millions of dollars…
‘Modi Suit’ was gifted by Businessman Rameshkumar Virani
Putting all rumours and speculations into rest, a diamond merchant from Gujarat, Rameshkumar Bhikabhai Virani had confirmed that the monogrammed pinstripe suit to PM Narendra Modi, which he wore during his meeting with US President Barack…
Money Problems tied to Eating Disorders in Women
Experiencing financial difficulties at university may increase the risk of developing an eating disorder among female students, a research has found. Conversely, the study also found that having extreme attitudes to food and eating, such as…