Health

A team of scientists has found that even placebos can help reduce stress, anxiety and depression in people remotely. The study, published in the journal Applied Psychology: Health and Well-Being, found that the non-deceptive group […]

Neoadjuvant chemotherapy — used to shrink tumours before cancer surgery — can significantly improve treatment outcomes and boost survival rate, said experts. Neoadjuvant chemotherapy is a type of cancer treatment where chemotherapy drugs are administered […]

Leafy greens Leafy greens are nutritional powerhouses, rich in vitamins A, C, K, and folate, as well as minerals like iron and calcium. They are low in calories and high in fibre, which supports digestive […]

Chicken breasts are most people’s go-to option for daily protein intake. For some people, chicken makes up for the most part of their diet for health reasons. However, a recent study reveals that consumption of […]

Consuming red meat is related to a higher risk of type 2 diabetes, according to an analysis of more than 19 lakh adults from 20 countries across world regions, including southeast Asia, providing the “most […]

A new mice study may have found an association between an enzyme and memory loss in elderly people, an advance that can someday pave the way for the treatment of Alzheimer’s disease and dementia. The […]

Following a diet rich in proteins may help lower the risk of death among people with chronic kidney disease (CKD), claims a study. About 850 million people worldwide are estimated to have kidney disease, and […]

The dengue vaccine Qdenga, pre-approved by the World Health Organization in May, has shown more than 50 per cent efficacy in reducing the number of cases, with lasting effects and a good safety profile, according […]

The gut microbiome refers to the diverse community of trillions of microorganisms, including bacteria, viruses, fungi, and other microbes, residing in the digestive tract. These microorganisms play a crucial role in various bodily functions such […]

Researchers from S. N. Bose National Centre for Basic Sciences, Kolkata, have explored a new way to manage conditions like elevated low-density lipoprotein (LDL), or cholesterol, levels. Proteins are vital for our health, performing a […]

Fruits and vegetables, which are an under-prescribed treatment, have become a crucial part of hypertension treatment, new research said. Diets high in these foods have been shown to lower blood pressure, reduce cardiovascular risk, and […]

Japanese researchers have developed a new model that can help predict the outcomes of patients who suffer from out-of-hospital cardiac arrest (OHCA). In cardiac arrest cases, immediate action is crucial, as it can determine the […]

A new Lancet Commission report highlights high cholesterol and untreated vision loss as major new risks for dementia, which affects memory and thinking skills. Alzheimer’s Disease, the most common type of dementia, makes up 60-70% […]

Eating a vegan diet for eight weeks can help reduce biological age estimations, according to a small study. Knowing the biological age can help understand the risk of diabetes or dementia. The research, published in […]

People can reduce their risk of age-related dementia by exercising their brains through simple daily habits instead of just relying on smartphones and Googling, according to a report. Professor Mohamed I. Elmasry, a professor at […]

Sugar is a type of simple carbohydrate found naturally in many foods, including fruits, vegetables, and dairy products, and added to countless processed foods and beverages. Common forms of sugar include sucrose (table sugar), fructose […]

An HIV-preventive drug showed 100 per cent efficacy and “no safety concerns” in women, according to a study published in The New England Journal of Medicine. Lenacapavir, injectable twice a year, is developed by the […]