Ketamine, psychedelic use may raise death risk by 2.6-fold: Study
New Delhi-- The use of hallucinogens, such as ketamine and psychedelics can raise the risk of death by 2.6-fold, according to a study on...
Sleep apnoea can raise risk of Parkinson’s disease: Study
New Delhi-- People with obstructive sleep apnoea have an increased risk of suffering from Parkinson's disease, according to a study.
Obstructive sleep apnoea is when...
Congo, WHO investigate mysterious illness cluster as death toll reaches 60
Kinshasa-- Health authorities in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), in cooperation with the World Health Organisation (WHO), are investigating a new cluster...
Twin studies show neurological, respiratory disorders linger up to three years post-Covid
New Delhi-- While the Covid-19 pandemic is over, its effects continue to haunt a large majority of people infected by the infectious disease. Two...
Lawrence General Hospital President and CEO Dr. Abha Agrawal Resigns
LAWRENCE, MA-- Lawrence General Hospital President and CEO Dr. Abha Agrawal has resigned, the hospital said in a statement.
“Lawrence General Hospital Board Chair, Rosemarie...
Karnataka to ban use of plastic in idli making, stainless steel or banana leaf...
Bengaluru-- The Karnataka government has decided to ban the use of plastic in hotels and food establishments across the state while preparing idlis, as...
Prior infection with seasonal flu may guard against severe bird flu: Study
New Delhi-- Previous infections with seasonal H1N1 flu may boost immunity and reduce the severity of H5N1 bird flu, according to a study.
The study,...
A nasal spray may help treat traumatic brain injury
New Delhi-- A nasal spray being developed to target brain inflammation can also prove effective in treating traumatic brain injury (TBI) -- a leading...
Older adults at highest risk for suicide, yet have fewest resources
By Katrina Fu
Mass General Brigham Communications/The Harvard Gazette
Older adults, particularly those aged 75 and older, have the highest rates of suicide of any age...
Study shows continuous glucose monitors may harm healthy adults
New Delhi-- While continuous glucose monitors (CGMs) may be of significant help to people living with diabetes, they may harm healthy adults by showing...