Struggling to reduce the ‘hidden’ belly fat? Quit smoking, says study
New Delhi-- Quit smoking if you are looking to reduce the ‘hidden’ abdominal fat, known as visceral fat, suggests a study.
While smokers tend to...
Aerosols spread tuberculosis like Covid-19: Study
Johannesburg-- Much like Covid-19, tuberculosis (TB) is also spread primarily by inhalation of virus-laden aerosols more than coughing, as thought so far, according to...
Marriage mystery
New Delhi-- An emotionally charged issue, infidelity has long been the focus of close examination. Over time, the dynamics surrounding it have changed, making...
J&J pulls Aveeno, Neutrogena spray sunscreens over cancer risk
New York-- Johnson & Johnson is pulling out its Neutrogena and Aveeno spray sunscreens from US stores after some samples showed presence of benzene...
Low calcium dose may prevent preeclampsia, preterm birth risk: Study
New Delhi-- Lower than the World Health Organization (WHO) recommended calcium supplementation (equivalent to one 500-milligram pill per day) may help prevent preeclampsia and...
Focus on drug price controls, preventive care can curb healthcare inflation
New Delhi-- While there are several options for taming inflation in healthcare, prioritising prescription drug price control and placing a strong emphasis on preventive...
Study shows family history raises skin cancer risk more than sun exposure
New Delhi-- More than exposure to sun, family history or inherited genes play a larger role in the risk of developing melanoma -- skin...
Stomach cancer atlas maps path to better treatment
Singapore-- Scientists in Singapore have assembled the world's largest and highest-resolution atlas of gastric cancer, a leading cause of global cancer deaths. The atlas...
New York State rolls out Covid booster doses
New York-- New York State announced on Monday that eligible New Yorkers could get Covid-19 booster doses with the launch of a new dedicated...
Female contraceptives continue to lack safe therapeutics: Report
New Delhi-- The current unmet needs in the female contraceptives market are similar to those that were present 10 years ago. The market still...
