HEALTH NEWS - Page 697

US swine flu cases top 10,000,spread to all 50 states

June 2, 2009 15:59 IST

The number of swine flu cases in the United States topped 10,000 on Tuesday and the virus spread to all 50 states.

Cigarettes and drinks ‘can cause bowel cancer’

June 2, 2009 15:43 IST

People who smoke and down more than seven drinks every week are vulnerable to bowel cancer,says a new study.

Cheap HIV test developed,result in 30 minutes!

June 1, 2009 14:37 IST

Scientists have developed an HIV test which they claim works in just 30 minutes and can be performed anywhere in the world no laboratory required.

No time for love,go for Intrauterine Insemination

June 1, 2009 13:33 IST

Don't have time to make love. Go for Intrauterine Insemination (IUI) to have children.

Risk factor for obsessive-compulsive disorder identified

May 29, 2009 17:25 IST

Kids with impaired thought processes are more likely to develop obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) as adults,according to a new study.

Most skin bacteria help keep skin healthy: Study

May 29, 2009 16:36 IST

A study has found that the diverse community of bacteria help to keep the skin healthy by preventing infections with more harmful microbes.

Indian sailor quarantined in Egypt for suspected swine flu

May 29, 2009 11:36 IST

An Indian sailor in Egypt has been quarantined and put under medical observation over suspicion of having swine flu infection,the health ministry has said.

Arthritis drug may help fight flu

May 27, 2009 13:44 IST

A drug commonly used to treat rheumatoid arthritis has been found to reduce some of the severe symptoms of the Influenza A virus infection.

A cure for baldness on the anvil?

May 27, 2009 12:14 IST

Now,it seems that a cure for baldness is on the anvil after scientists identified a gene linked to hair loss.

In Asia,diabetes more likely to strike the young

May 27, 2009 10:25 IST

Diabetes is spiralling in Asia but unlike the West those affected are relatively young and less likely to be struggling with obesity,a new study shows.

H1N1 flu infects 13,000 people in 46 countries: WHO

May 26, 2009 15:22 IST

The World Health Organisation said that nearly 13,000 people have been confirmed infected with the new H1N1 flu strain but the number of countries affected is stable at 46.

Genes that slow ageing process ‘discovered’

May 26, 2009 14:30 IST

Scientists have taken a major step forward towards finding the key to elixir of youth by discovering key genes which slow the ageing process.

Secret to longevity: fruits,green tea,red wine!

May 26, 2009 14:20 IST

Dietary adjustments may not only influence present health but may determine whether or not an individual will develop diseases later in life,dieticians say.

Australia H1N1 flu tally rises to 32

May 26, 2009 12:03 IST

Australian govt ordered more than 2,000 passengers of a visiting cruise ship to isolate themselves after two child passengers were confirmed with H1N1,raising the country's total to 32.

Food poisoning bug Salmonella ‘survives on sugar’

May 25, 2009 17:14 IST

Scientists have discovered that the food poisoning bug Salmonella feeds on glucose to survive as it causes infection.

H1N1 virus spreads in Asia,protection wobbly

May 22, 2009 16:46 IST

The spread of the new H1N1 virus in Asia showed no signs of slowing as the Philippines recorded its first case and new infections were confirmed in Japan,China and Taiwan.

Busting the misconception about RF Radiations

May 21, 2009 15:37 IST

Mobile technology has accelerated the pace of economic development of the country and is a boon to communication system augmenting the connectivity in rural areas.

Swine flu death toll equals avian flu deaths in 2006: WHO

May 20, 2009 11:17 IST

Total death toll around the world from the new H1N1 influenza has equalled the record-high annual death toll from avian flu registered in 2006.

Radium weed sap can treat sun spots and skin cancer

May 19, 2009 10:00 IST

An Australia-based pharmaceutical company has claimed to have found a remedy for sun spots and skin cancer.

Schizophrenia patients show “deficit” in brain’s make-up

May 19, 2009 09:27 IST

Australian scientists have identified a "deficit" in the brain's make-up of people with schizophrenia,a finding which could lead to the first lab-based tool to diagnose the brain disorder.

Meditation classes offer tranquility for kids

May 18, 2009 16:44 IST

Australian schools are trying to add a little zen to their day through meditation classes.

Saffron ‘may prevent blindness’

May 18, 2009 16:32 IST

Saffron may hold one of the keys to preventing loss of sight in old age,and even help to improve vision in people suffering from certain blinding eye diseases,a new study says.

New-flu infections hit 130 in Japan,PM seeks calm

May 18, 2009 14:45 IST

The number of new-flu cases in Japan has reached 130 after 34 more infections were confirmed in Osaka and Hyogo prefectures.

Gene sets sexual clock in women: Study

May 18, 2009 13:51 IST

A new study has uncovered the 'first genetic evidence' to explain differences in the length of fertile lives in women.

Snoring likely to impair brain function: Study

May 18, 2009 12:19 IST

The changes in brain biochemistry linked to obstructive sleep apnoea have been compared to changes evident in people who have 'had a severe stroke or who are dying'.