Health
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MRI Scans of the Tongue Could Help Detect and Track Motor Neurone Disease, Study Finds
NEW DELHI — A new study suggests that MRI scans of the tongue may provide valuable clues for early detection…
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Chest X-Rays Fail to Detect Most Asymptomatic TB Cases Among Household Contacts, Says Lancet Study
NEW DELHI — Chest X-rays, one of the most widely used tools for tuberculosis (TB) screening, are failing to identify…
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How many steps? 4,000 counts for a lot
How many steps do you need to reap health benefits? A new study by investigators from Harvard and Mass General Brigham examined…
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Longer lifespan, slower cognitive decline
BOSTON–Older adults with a long lifespan—particularly centenarians—experienced slower cognitive decline, shorter periods of cognitive impairment, and maintained better cognitive function…
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U.S. Records Highest Measles Cases in Over Three Decades
LOS ANGELES– The United States has reported 1,618 measles cases so far this year, including three deaths — the highest…
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Some Anti-Allergy Drugs May Increase Dementia Risk in Elderly, Study Finds
New Delhi– Certain antihistamines, commonly used to treat allergies, may increase the risk of dementia and cognitive decline in older…
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Study Links Early Menopause and Poor Heart Health to Decline in Brain Function
NEW DELHI– Women who experience menopause earlier in life may face an increased risk of cognitive decline when coupled with…
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Exercise Found to Counteract Depression Effects of Junk Food, Study Shows
NEW DELHI– Regular cardiovascular exercise such as running may help offset the depressive effects of a junk food-heavy diet, according…
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Delhi Doctors Report Surge in Respiratory, Eye, and Joint Problems as Post-Diwali Air Quality Plummets
NEW DELHI– With Delhi’s air thickened by post-Diwali pollution, doctors across the city are reporting a sharp rise in respiratory…
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Healing with Purpose: Dr. Anil Chandraker’s Visionary Journey in Kidney Transplantation and Compassionate Care
BOSTON–Dr. Anil K. Chandraker is more than a world-renowned transplant nephrologist—he is a visionary physician, educator, and policy leader whose…
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