HEALTH NEWS - Page 704

Too little sleep may raise diabetes risk: Study

March 12, 2009 10:42 IST

People who get fewer than six hours of sleep at night are prone to abnormal blood sugar levels,possibly putting them at risk for diabetes.

Ozone levels raise respiratory death rate: Study

March 12, 2009 10:16 IST

People who live in areas with the most ozone pollution are 25 per cent to 30 per cent more likely to die from lung disease than those living in areas with the cleanest air.

Insomnia can be long lasting

March 10, 2009 16:13 IST

Insomnia is a symptom of a sleeping disorder characterized by persistent difficulty falling asleep or staying asleep despite the opportunity.

Religion is a product of humans’ evolved brains: Study

March 10, 2009 15:22 IST

To interpret a religion,people rely mainly on the same recently evolved brain regions which divine the feelings and intentions of other people.

Why kids with ADHD move around a lot

March 10, 2009 11:44 IST

A new study has explained why children with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder move around a lot it helps them stay alert to complete challenging tasks.

Pregnant mothers’ drinking can give kids ‘a taste’

March 10, 2009 11:04 IST

Researchers found that early exposure while still in the womb can reduce youngster's sensitivity to the underlying bitterness of alcoholic drinks,making them more appealing.

Children of older fathers perform less well in intelligentsia

March 10, 2009 10:59 IST

Children of older fathers perform less well in intelligence tests during infancy and early childhood,Australian researchers have found.

Hot weather can trigger migraine: Study

March 10, 2009 10:47 IST

A new study has finally confirmed what many have long observed hot weather 'triggers migraine and other debilitating types of head pain'.

Insurance cover denied to Aussies with genetic fault

March 10, 2009 10:43 IST

The first study in the world revealing genetic discrimination has found number of Australians being denied insurance protection because of their genetic make-up.

Indian-origin scientist uses hair ‘to manage AIDS’

March 9, 2009 16:24 IST

Scientists have discovered that examining the levels of antiretroviral drugs in 'hair samples' of HIV patients' on therapy can strongly predict the treatment's success.

Ecstasy may help in psychiatric treatment

March 9, 2009 14:03 IST

The pharmaceutical version of the drug also known as MDMA has been found effective in treating patients undergoing Post Traumatic Stress Disorder.

Regular family meals improve teens eating habits

March 9, 2009 12:54 IST

Adolescents participating in regular family meals report more healthful diets and meal patterns compared to adolescents without regular family meals.

Giving teens more time to sleep helps studies

March 9, 2009 12:02 IST

Giving teenagers more time to sleep helps boost their concentration levels,and consequently grades in school,according to a leading head teacher.

Not too bright? Blame it on your father

March 8, 2009 16:20 IST

Not too bright? Now,you can blame it on your old man,for a new study has revealed that children with older fathers have low IQs.

Valley’s first ‘conjointed’ twins to go under the knife

March 7, 2009 15:08 IST

Shaheena,20,delivered conjointed twins,the first such case in Kashmir and doctors believe that they have low chances of survival.

Microbicide gel offers promising HIV prevention for women

March 6, 2009 16:04 IST

A vaginal microbicide gel has for the first time shown some promise to prevent HIV infection in women in a clinical trial.

Depression due to recession more in men: Study

March 6, 2009 13:14 IST

A new study has found that males who think they may lose their jobs become more depressed and stressed than women in the same situation.

Green tea helps promote healthy teeth,gums

March 6, 2009 13:06 IST

A study found that people who drink green tea regularly have superior periodontal health than those who had less green tea.

Earlier family violence worsens older women’s well-being

March 6, 2009 12:47 IST

Older women exposed to high levels of family violence during lifetimes are likely to have poor health,according to a new study.

Coming soon: A vaccine for diabetes?

March 6, 2009 12:34 IST

Scientists have claimed that a vaccine to prevent children from developing diabetes could be developed,after they discovered a link between a family of viruses and the disease.

Sugar overdose can accelerate ageing

March 6, 2009 12:21 IST

You need not search for that fountain of youth to stay young,for ageing can be kept at bay just by cutting back on sugar intake.

Older boozers get plastered faster than younger ones

March 6, 2009 12:13 IST

After all of their admonitions about safe drinking,it turns out older adults cant handle booze as well as they think.

Optimists live longer and healthier lives: Study

March 6, 2009 11:30 IST

Optimists live longer,healthier lives than pessimists,US researchers said in a study that may give pessimists one more reason to grumble.

More proof that it’s never too late to start exercise

March 6, 2009 11:20 IST

People who put off regular exercise until they hit the age of 50 can still benefit from physical activity but it appears to take 10 years for the effects to kick in.

Belly fat makes breathing hard: Study

March 6, 2009 11:11 IST

Carrying excess weight around the middle can impair lung function,adding to a long list of health problems associated with belly fat,French researchers said.