HEALTH NEWS - Page 695

Mobile while travelling dangerous for drivers,pedestriansSubscriber Only

March 5, 2009 10:44 IST

Whether travellers use the phone while driving or while walking,it is increasing the deaths of pedestrians as well drivers and passengers,studies show.

Were friendlier to people who resemble usSubscriber Only

March 4, 2009 15:40 IST

People are more naturally drawn to people who look like them than their own relatives if the resemblance was too strong.

Teens respond positively to parents no smoking adviceSubscriber Only

March 4, 2009 14:26 IST

Teenagers are more positive today towards parents attempts to discourage them from smoking,regardless of whether or not they smoked,than in the past.

Healthy diet can offset obesity gene in kidsSubscriber Only

March 4, 2009 14:20 IST

Eating a low energy density diet can offset the influence of a gene strongly associated with obesity in children,according to new research.

Gifted kids shape their personalities as per social stigmaSubscriber Only

March 4, 2009 13:19 IST

These kids know from a young age what they want to be when they grow up,but when asked why they made those choices they cannot explain.

Gene involved in pancreatic cancer ‘identified’Subscriber Only

March 4, 2009 12:58 IST

A research team has pinpointed the gene called ATDC,which is overexpressed in 90 per cent of pancreatic cancers,the 'Cancer Cell' journal reported.

Obesity can affect womens fertilitySubscriber Only

March 4, 2009 11:17 IST

Women who are fat have alterations in their ovaries which might be responsible for an eggs inability to make an embryo,says a new study.

Alcohol on screen drives viewers to drink: StudySubscriber Only

March 4, 2009 10:40 IST

Watching films and ads in which alcohol features prominently drives people to immediately reach for the bottle themselves,researchers said.

Insulin trial in India shows promise in treating diabetesSubscriber Only

March 3, 2009 13:39 IST

The trial has shown that using biphasic BIAsp 30 insulin can lead to significant clinical improvements and greater patient satisfaction.

Modern women ignorant and ill-equipped on motherhoodSubscriber Only

March 3, 2009 13:28 IST

With more and more women moving long distances away from close family for work,many of them are ignorant and ill-equipped to cope with pregnancy and childbirth.

Why women store fat more efficiently than menSubscriber Only

March 3, 2009 13:01 IST

A new study has shed light on a question that has perplexed women for generations why they store fat more efficiently than men.

Vegetarian,vegan diets beneficial for pregnant mumsSubscriber Only

March 3, 2009 12:16 IST

'Well-planned vegan and other types of vegetarian diets are appropriate for all stages of the life cycle,including during pregnancy,lactation,infancy,childhood,and adolescence.'

Smoking cessation drug helps reduce alcohol cravingsSubscriber Only

March 3, 2009 12:11 IST

The study led by researchers from Yale School of Medicine has shown that heavy-drinking smokers were much less likely to drink after taking the drug varenicline.

New vaccination type may provide instant immunitySubscriber Only

March 3, 2009 11:42 IST

A new vaccination method may be used to provide instantaneous protection against diseases caused by viruses and bacteria,cancers,and even virulent toxins.

Night-shift can make you obese,prone to heart diseaseSubscriber Only

March 3, 2009 11:33 IST

A study has revealed that it can make one obese because it slows down the natural metabolism,raising the risk of cardio-vascular disease and diabetes.

Viewing TV two hours a day doubles asthma riskSubscriber Only

March 3, 2009 10:47 IST

Young children who spend more than two hours glued to the TV every day double their risk of developing asthma,a study has found.

Hormone patch to perk up womens sex drive may not workSubscriber Only

March 3, 2009 10:39 IST

Hormone patch designed to pep up a womans flagging sex drive after womb and ovary removal may not work,according to researchers.

Alcohol abuse may lead to depression: StudySubscriber Only

March 3, 2009 09:51 IST

Excessive alcohol drinking may increase the risk of depression,a long-term study conducted over 25 years has found.

Distracted kindergarteners become gamblers: StudySubscriber Only

March 3, 2009 09:43 IST

Children rated as impulsive in kindergarten appear more likely to begin gambling behaviours like playing cards or placing bets before they hit middle school.

Scientists on track of ‘spare part’ stem cell treatmentsSubscriber Only

March 2, 2009 16:02 IST

Researchers are on track to develop wide-ranging 'spare part' stem cell treatments without having to destroy human embryos.

Vitamin B12 can prevent major birth defectsSubscriber Only

March 2, 2009 15:11 IST

Before becoming pregnant,women need to get enough vitamin B12 in addition to folic acid to cut their risk of having a baby with a serious birth defect.