Shorter course of whole breast radiation therapy may be better than the longer course of treatment according to researchers as those who received shorter course experienced less toxicity and improved quality of…
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Old people suffering from spinal cord injury less likely to receive surgery
The gap between spinal cord injury, diagnosis and surgery in older patients has increased substantially, a new research published in CMAJ (Canadian Medical Association Journal) has claimed. The study has also suggested…
Experts call for elimination of sugary drinks from diet
Experts have called for elimination of sugary drinks from diet after a comprehensive review of over 60 dietary surveys from 51 countries spanning 30 years found that sugary drinks lead to a…
A good appetizer could ruin your main course
Appetizers are supposed meant to make you more hungry and crave for more; however, a new study shows that it might not always be the case as a good or mediocre appetizer…
Just one close friendship enough to help disadvantaged young people thrive
Just one close and supportive friendship is enough to help disadvantaged young people thrive in challenging circumstances, according to a new study published in British Journal of Psychology. For their research, psychologist…
Study looks at predictors for repeat, delayed anaphylactic reaction
A research, led by scientists at the Children’s Hospital of Eastern Ontario (CHEO) Research Institute, has looked into the frequency and severity of biphasic allergic reactions – in a bid to find…
A third of new dads worried about their mental health, NCT finds
Postnatal depression can affect men as well and according to a new study carried out by UK’s largest charity for parents – NCT – has found that more than a third of…
EndoBarrier implant could revolutionise type 2 diabetes treatment
A combination of medication, diet and exercise is what normally is prescribed to type 2 diabetes patients, but surgeons at the Southampton General Hospital are looking to test the potential of EndoBarrier…
Some heartburn drugs may not be as safe as we think
Researchers have claimed through a large data-mining study that a popular class of heartburn drugs might not be as safe as we think as they have been linked to an elevated risk…
Companies spending increasing amounts on cybersecurity: Study
A new study has found that companies across the globe are spending more and more money on cybersecurity, but many aren’t convinced their data is truly secure. The RAND corporation study also…
Emoji is UK’s fastest growing language: Report
Emoji is the fastest growing language in the UK, evolving even more rapidly than ancient languages such as hieroglyphics, a new research study has found. According to a study conducted by TalkTalk…
Younger generation more prone to obesity, type 2 diabetes, heart diseases
Ever wondered why there are so many overweight kids and youngsters around you? Well it seems there is a scientific reason behind it as according to a new research published in PLOS…
Skipping meals? You may end up with a fat belly warn researchers
People skip meals intentionally as well as unintentionally. There is a piece of research that will garner attention from those skipping meals intentionally as it shows that skipping meals sets off a…
Study estimates 35% adults in US as having metabolic syndrome
Metabolic syndrome, a combination of health conditions such as obesity, high blood pressure, type 2 diabetes, poor lipid profile, is said to affect 35 per cent of adults and 50 per cent…
Risk of sleep apnea increases with increased severity of PTSD
There is some bad news for those suffering from post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) symptoms specifically war veterans as according to a new study, the risk of obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) increases with…