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Quitting smoking can be more difficult for women than men

27 Aug 2021 08:12 AM IST

The findings of a new study done on more than 35,000 smokers found that even though women smoke fewer cigarettes than men but they are less likely to quit. The research was recently presented at ESC Congress 2021. Study author Ms. Ingrid Allagbe, a PhD student at the University of

ACCELERATED BIOLOGICAL AGEING ASSOCIATED WITH EXPOSURE TO TOBACCO SMOKE IN EARLY LIFE

27 Aug 2021 08:04 AM IST

A new study has found that exposure to tobacco smoke in early life is associated with accelerated biological ageing. The findings of the study were published in the journal ‘Environment International’. Accelerated biological ageing is associated with exposure to tobacco smoke during pregnancy and early childhood, as well as with

Study finds how persistent lung disease develops long after virus has been cleared

27 Aug 2021 08:03 AM IST

A new study has found why short-lived lung infections can lead to long-lasting lung damage. The findings of the study were published in the ‘Journal of Clinical Investigation’. The deadliest time in a viral respiratory illness sometimes is actually after the virus is cleared from the body. Destructive processes that

A NEW STUDY AIMS TO UNDERSTAND MUSCLE FATIGUE IN OLDER ADULTS

26 Aug 2021 05:54 AM IST

Older adults on a walk or hike, or just going about their daily routines, seem to experience greater fatigue than their younger counterparts. Such fatigue may ultimately affect their ability to participate in activities that are meaningful to them and help keep them healthy. A University of Massachusetts Amherst team

TRANSCRANIAL STIMULATION ENHANCES BENEFICIAL EFFECT OF AEROBICS ON GAIT IN PARKINSON’S PATIENTS

26 Aug 2021 05:53 AM IST

Transcranial direct current stimulation (tDCS) can increase the benefits of aerobic exercise and improve the gait of patients with Parkinson’s disease immediately after a session. Step time variability decreases, reaction time shortens, and executive control of gait is enhanced. These were the main findings of a randomised, double-blinded, sham-controlled crossover

Monsoon-related illnesses on rise in Kanpur

26 Aug 2021 05:50 AM IST

Respiratory virus cases have increased in the past few days on Kanpur owing to the ongoing monsoon season. Dr Vishal Kumar Gupta, Associate Professor, Medicine Department, Lala Lajpat Rai Hospital, which was known as “Hallet Hospital” said the majority of patients are suffering from flu and they can continue treatment

‘RAPID RESPONSE CENTRE FOR COVID’ INAUGURATED IN DELHI’S RAJIV GANDHI HOSPITAL

26 Aug 2021 05:49 AM IST

Delhi Health Minister Satyendar Jain inaugurated the ‘Rapid Response Centre for Covid’ at the Rajiv Gandhi Super Speciality Hospital on Wednesday. Jain said that this facility will help in the reduction of waiting time for patients. “Today we inaugurated this facility. This will reduce the waiting time for patients. Anyone

ALL YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT CORNEA DONATION

26 Aug 2021 05:48 AM IST

One donor can help two persons with corneal blindness, and this way a deceased person can help people even after death.

STUDY SUGGESTS WAYS TO SUPPORT KIDS’ MENTAL HEALTH DURING PANDEMIC

24 Aug 2021 05:15 AM IST

A new study has suggested several simple, practical steps that families can take — including reducing passive screen time and news consumption, having a structured daily schedule and getting enough sleep — that can promote resilience against mental health problems in youth during the COVID-19 pandemic. The findings of the

WOMEN WITH RH NEGATIVE BLOOD TYPE AT HIGH RISK OF RH INCOMPATIBILITY-RELATED PREGNANCY COMPLICATIONS

24 Aug 2021 05:14 AM IST

Are you a woman with Rh Negative blood type planning a pregnancy? If yes, then you might be at the risk of experiencing pregnancy related complications due to Rh incompatibility and awareness is critical for you to ensure timely medical intervention. A large number of Rh negative women susceptible to

Pain after knee replacement surgery: When to see a doctor?

24 Aug 2021 05:12 AM IST

Total Knee replacement surgery is now widely accepted as a precise, repeatable and successful surgery. A large number of cases of knee replacement surgery are carried out in India itself. With better trained doctors and good hospital infrastructure, the results of knee replacement surgery are getting better every day. However,

HOW AI PROGRAM BOOSTS PATIENT’S SATISFACTION

24 Aug 2021 05:10 AM IST

The healthcare business is in desperate need of transformation. There are various ways in which technology may improve clinical workflows, improve experiences, and elevate overall care, from chronic conditions like heart disease and diabetes to risk assessment. Artificial intelligence is developing as a plausible answer to such challenges, as physicians

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