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Two doner kebabs can give a weeks worth of saturated fatSubscriber Only

January 27, 2009 17:01 IST

Just two doner kebabs,the most popular post-pub snack in the UK,can give people their recommended saturated fat intake for a week.

People buy a pen to restore shaken self-confidence: StudySubscriber Only

January 27, 2009 15:20 IST

People who have momentarily lost confidence in their intelligence are likely to buy a pen because it will help restore their self confidence.

Sitting on plane’s window seat raises blood clot riskSubscriber Only

January 27, 2009 15:00 IST

A new study has claimed that sitting close to the window on a plane can raise a passenger's chance of developing a deep vein thrombosis.

Health info technology saves lives,costs: StudySubscriber Only

January 27, 2009 12:01 IST

Hospitals that used computers to keep track of patient records and manage care had lower rates of deaths,complications and costs.

Using water in toilet serious health risk; employee firedSubscriber Only

January 27, 2009 11:50 IST

An Australian-based engineering firm has reportedly sacked an employee for using water instead of toilet paper in the washroom.

Aus thong lovers at greater risk of developing skin cancerSubscriber Only

January 27, 2009 11:43 IST

Australia's thong lovers,who relish spending time under the sun with exposed feet,are at a greater risk of developing skin cancer.

Aerobic,resistance best exercises for elderlySubscriber Only

January 27, 2009 11:21 IST

Older,obese adults who do a combination of aerobic and resistance exercises have less insulin resistance and are better able to do simple tasks.

Alcohol can improve men’s sexual performance: Aus studySubscriber Only

January 27, 2009 11:03 IST

Alcohol improves rather than damages men's performance in the bedroom if taken within safe guidelines,a new study has revealed.

Surrounded by friends? It’s all in your genesSubscriber Only

January 27, 2009 09:47 IST

Are you a social butterfly,or do you prefer being at the edge of a group of friends? Either way,your genes and evolution may play a major role.

Brain dead girl creates history by saving three livesSubscriber Only

January 25, 2009 15:21 IST

A three-year-old brain dead girl ended up saving three lives including that of a 21-month-old boy with timely transplant of her organs.

Experience can be the best teacher for infantsSubscriber Only

January 23, 2009 14:29 IST

Psychologists have found that infants as young as 10 months use their prior exposure to understand new actions.

Group support doubles your chances of quitting smokingSubscriber Only

January 23, 2009 14:11 IST

Smokers are twice as likely to kick the habit if they use a support group rather than trying to give up alone,according to a new study.

Apple juice can delay onset of Alzheimers diseaseSubscriber Only

January 23, 2009 13:39 IST

Drinking apple juice could help delay the onset of Alzheimers disease,says a new study.

Video games can ruin relationships with friends,familySubscriber Only

January 23, 2009 13:13 IST

As the amount of time playing video games goes up,the quality of relationships with peers and parents slides,says a new study.

Family abuse of people with dementia common: StudySubscriber Only

January 23, 2009 13:05 IST

People caring for family members with dementia commonly abuse them with behavior such as swearing and shouting.

First study on ‘use of embryonic stem cells in humans’Subscriber Only

January 23, 2009 12:28 IST

A team at a US biotech company is to start the world's first study of a treatment for spinal cord injuries based on them.

Study confirms link between social rejection and aggressionSubscriber Only

January 22, 2009 15:56 IST

People who feel socially rejected are more likely to see others' actions as hostile and are more likely to behave in hurtful ways towards others.

Trusting journalists can give your health a boost!Subscriber Only

January 22, 2009 15:23 IST

We're not saying that,that is the result of a study of people from 29 Asian countries,saying that individuals who trust mass media are healthier.

Women suffer more nightmares than men: StudySubscriber Only

January 22, 2009 15:23 IST

According to the study females find it harder to switch off their emotions at the end of the day,hence they get more nightmares.

‘Magic pill’ for those fighting battle of bulgeSubscriber Only

January 22, 2009 13:34 IST

There is a ray of hope for those fighting the battle of the bulge,with a 'magic pill' that stops the body from absorbing some of the fat in food set to go on sale.

Loss of libido hits postmenopausal womens quality of lifeSubscriber Only

January 22, 2009 11:44 IST

Postmenopausal women with low levels of sexual desire are likely to be depressed and to suffer physical symptoms such as back pain and memory problems.

Steroids to wheezing kids not a good idea: StudiesSubscriber Only

January 22, 2009 10:55 IST

Giving steroids to children who are wheezing because of viral or other infections does not help,researchers reported.

US obesity epidemic shows perils to health reformSubscriber Only

February 23, 2015 20:10 IST

The health insurance policies of the US are bearing the brunt from the obesity epidemic that is spreading across the country.

Cleaner air equals longer lives: StudySubscriber Only

January 22, 2009 10:41 IST

Dramatic improvements in US air quality over the last two decades have added 21 weeks to the life of the average American.

Kolkata takes the lead in preserving umbilical cord bloodSubscriber Only

January 21, 2009 15:32 IST

Umbilical cord blood is the richest source of adult stem cells which is collected,processed and cryogenically stored for future use to treat life-threatening diseases.